Austria - Linz to Vienna - Self guided - 8 Days - Family

Family cycling along the Danube

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  • Duration

    8 Days
  • Difficulty

    Easy
  • Distance

    205km
  • Landscapes

    • Nature
    • River
    • City
    • Greenway
  • Theme

    • Family
    • E-Bike
    • Culture 
  • Type of Journey

    Self-Guided

Description

The Danube is an adventure playground for all ages. This cycling tour is an exciting journey  of discovery and a hands-on holiday for kids. The big kids (adults) will enjoy recreation and  rest in dreamy landscapes with numerous sights and attractions, although the program is  customized and focused on the younger cyclists. Lots of variety is guaranteed: a donkey  riding adventure and even a ride on the world’s oldest Ferris Wheel are just to name a few  of the numerous highlights. 

 

HIGHLIGHTS

▪ Fairy tale land Linz – Pöstlingberg

▪ Grein – City Theatre

▪ Celtic open-air museum in Mitterkirchen

▪ amusement park Prater inc. ferries wheel ride 

Characteristics of this journey/holiday

Day by day

Day 1 Linz

Children and adults are warmly welcomed. Check-in. The travel documents are then issued.
The rest of the day is at your leisure. Possibilities: Let yourself be transported to another world where you and your children can experience a new way of traveling – with the dragon procession through the land of the dwarves against the magical backdrop of the historic and impressive city of Linz.

Day 2 Linz – Mitterkirchen 40 km

Today we visit a Celtic open-air museum. In a village that represents the Iron Age, you will be shown and introduced to the ways of life and lifestyles of the distant past. Accommodation for this night is in a cozy farmhouse in the Machland region. Dinner is served with exceptional hospitality and prepared with delicious Austrian specialties made in-house.

Day 3 Mitterkirchen – Strudengau 40 km

On the way to Strudengau there are old markets and castles embedded in wooded hills. At the Grein Maritime Museum you will find impressive models of old shipbuilding and early naval architecture, and a paradise for recreation and pleasure awaits you in Ardagger. A leisure pool and sand beach volleyball courts are just the beginning of endless possibilities for fun and action. Have fun!

Day 4 Strudengau – Wachau 50 km

Shortly after Pöchlarn you reach the world-famous Wachau, one of the most beautiful river landscapes in Europe. The impressive and breathtaking Benedictine Melk Abbey towers over the city and can be seen from afar. Through the seemingly endless vineyards you cycle to the wine village of Spitz, which was built around the so-called „1000 bucket hill”.

Day 5 Wachau (rest day)

You can enjoy the beautiful landscape of the Wachau and explore the castle of Dürnstein or  Aggstein, visit the museum of shipbuilding in Spitz or swim in the beautiful Danube.

Day 6 Wachau – Stockerau 50 km + train ride Krems-Tulln

Start the day with a bike ride through a spectacular landscape with steep rock faces, sun-drenched vineyard terraces, beautifully blooming orchards, picturesque villages, dignified monasteries and authentic castles and enjoy the magnificent views until you reach Stockerau.

Day 7 Stockerau – Vienna 25 km

The goal in mind you cycle comfortably towards Vienna. You will have a fantastic view of the  skyline, far away from the fast-paced city and all the traffic. Vienna is a city that loves its  music and food. Kids will have a great time enjoying traditional sweets and hot chocolate. At  nearly every corner you’ll hear waltzes, impromptu violin concerts and various street  performers. When the kids need a change of pace, head to the eastside of Vienna to ride the  worlds’ oldest ferris wheel and run around the fun filled all-year-round amusement park  “Prater”. 

Day 8 Departure or extension

Before you leave Vienna, you should definitely visit the famous Naschmarkt (international food/goods) and take a detour to the beautiful Schönbrunn Imperial Palace or even the zoo. The return journey to Linz is by train (with your own bike for an additional charge), or of course you can extend your stay in the City of Music.

Accommodation

7 nights in family-friendly hotels with private facilities

Included services

• 7 nights in family-friendly hotels with private facilities
• Daily extended breakfast
• Welcome conversation
• Train ride Krems-Tulln incl. BicycleA ride on the Vienna Ferris Wheel (Prater)Train ride Vienna – Linz (without your own bikes)
• Daily luggage transfer
• Tour description on our app
• Tour description with maps
• 7/7 Service Hotline

City tax is not included and has to be paid on the spot.

Possible options:

• Purchase of a helmet : 46 €
• Discount for „no train ticket : 22 €
• Surcharge for train travel to Vienna Airport – Linz main station : 22 €
• Reprinting the roadbook for changes to bookings from 4 weeks before the start of the trip: 25 €
• Parking: 11 € / Day

21/27-Gear Hybrid bike          115€
E-Bike (250 € deposit)              239€
Children’s e-bike                          239€
Child seat                                            39€

Children’s discount (in an extra bed with 2 adults):
0 – 6 years             100%
7 -11 years              50%
12 – 14 years          25%
15 – 18 years          10%

In Austria it is mandatory for children under 12  years to wear a helmet when on a bike. 

*Cots only available on request, costs could incur  (payable locally). Please advise need of a cot at  time of booking! 

Tour dates

Arrival: Daily 25.04  – 10.10.2026

 

Additional informations

Route characteristics:  the cycling path is completely paved  from one end to the other, flat, almost always  directly along the riverbank and very suitable for  beginners and children.

 

How to get there ?

General information 

All bike tours are unescorted. 

The mileages and distances are   approximations of the recommended  routes. 

Please be prepared by packing all necessary  items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket  and pants), sun hat, sunscreen and proper  sport shoes. 

The arrival to Linz is not included in the tour  price and has to be arranged on your own. This cycling tour is not suitable for people  with limited mobility. 

 

Parking 

Parking garage near the train station for approx.  € 11,- per day (public, guarded). For reservation, please contact the garage directly in advance.

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