What is the difficulty level of this tour?

This is an easy, family-friendly cycling tour along the Danube Cycle Path. Daily distances range from 30 to 67 km, and on Days 2, 3 and 4 you can choose between two overnight towns, so that younger cyclists can take the shorter option.

What type of accommodation is provided?

You will stay in good 3-star hotels along the route and 4-star hotels in Linz and Vienna, with a daily breakfast buffet. Half board with a 3-course dinner can be added for €165 per person (6 evenings; not available in Vienna).

Are bikes included in the price?

Bike rental is available as a supplement: trekking bikes and e-bikes (on request); prices are shown on this page. You are welcome to bring your own bikes.

How does the return transfer work?

The return journey from Vienna to Linz by train is included in the package. Trains run every half hour as a direct connection in 2nd class, with free choice of departure time. The ticket is not valid on Westbahn services and the transfer to the station is not included; renting bikes is recommended.

Is luggage transported during the tour?

Yes, daily luggage transport from hotel to hotel is included. Bags are picked up at 9:00 AM and delivered by approximately 6:30 PM, with liability coverage up to €1,000 per person.

What activities are suitable for children?

The tour is packed with family highlights: the Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen, Greinburg Castle, the Garten Tulln adventure world and playground (admission included), and the Giant Ferris Wheel in Vienna (ride included). Each child also receives a surprise gift.

What is the children's discount policy?

Children aged 0–6 travel free (100% discount), ages 7–11 receive 50% off and ages 12–15 receive 25% off. Maximum 2 children in a double room with 2 full-paying adults; if extra beds are not possible, two adjacent double rooms are booked. On half board, children 0–6 have no meals included (children's menu payable on site), ages 7–11 get 50% off and from 12 years the full supplement applies.

When can we start the tour?

Arrivals are on Sundays and Mondays from May to October.

What is not included in the price?

Optional entrance fees not listed as included (for example the Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen) and meals beyond breakfast are at your own expense.

Danube Family tour Linz – Vienna

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Trekking bikeE-bike8 days / 7 nights250 km2/5Medium-EasyLinear

Self-guided
Solo-friendly
Family

Short Description

You'll pedal the legendary Danube Cycle Path as a family, gliding from Linz through the enchanting Wachau Valley to vibrant Vienna. Your kids will love the Celtic Village, the adventure playground at Garten Tulln, and a spin on the iconic Giant Ferris Wheel — while you soak in vineyard panoramas and a scenic boat cruise. Luggage transfers and the train back to Linz keep things effortless.

Tour Program

Day 1: Arrival in Linz
Welcome to Linz! Settle into your 4-star hotel and explore this charming Danube city at your own pace. Parking is available at the hotel (€10 per day) or in the underground car park at the main railway station.

Day 2: Linz – Enns/Au (30–45 km)
Your cycling adventure begins along the Danube Cycle Path through the Machland region. Pedal past Steyregg and the Abwinden power station to Mauthausen, then on to your overnight stop in Au or Enns. Family tip: cool off at the beautiful Pleschinger Lake along the way.

Day 3: Enns – Grein/Bad Kreuzen/Ardagger (30–44 km)
Follow the northern bank to Mitterkirchen, where the Celtic Village awaits with its museum workshop, pottery, bakehouse, and weaving mill (admission approx. €8, payable on site). Choose between a scenic, hilly ride past Clam Castle with its wild gorge and waterfalls, or a gentler route along the Danube to Grein. Family tip: visit Greinburg Castle or hike to the Stillensteinklamm Gorge.

Day 4: Grein – Maria Taferl/Melk (50–67 km)
Pass the legendary Island of Wörth and the dramatic Black Wall rock formation on your way to the Nibelung town of Ybbs. Continue along the northern bank via Persenbeug to your overnight stop in Maria Taferl or Melk.

Day 5: Melk – Krems (30 km cycling + boat cruise)
Cycle through the heart of the Wachau Valley, passing Aggsbach Markt and the famous wine village of Spitz with its Thousand-Bucket Hill. Then board a Danube cruise boat to Krems — a magical stretch on the water.

Day 6: Wachau Round Tour from Krems (42 km)
Explore both banks of the Danube on a loop through Dürnstein and Weißenkirchen to Spitz. Take the ferry across to Arnsdorf and cycle back along vineyards and the southern bank via Mautern to Krems.

Day 7: Krems – Vienna (39 km cycling + train)
Pedal along the Danube via Traismauer to the flower city of Tulln, where admission to the Garten Tulln adventure world and playground is included. Drop off your bikes and take the train to Vienna city centre (ticket included). Cap the day with a ride on the famous Giant Ferris Wheel.

Day 8: Departure from Vienna
Say goodbye to Vienna or extend your stay with additional nights. The train back to Linz is included.

Tour details

LinearSelfguidedMinimum 1 person

✅ What is included in the trip?

🏨 Overnight stay and breakfast
💼 Luggage transfer
📞 Local telephone assistance 7/7
📲 GPS or navigation APP
🎡 Ride on the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel
🚇 Return journey by train from Vienna to Linz (excluding your own bike)
🗺️ Maps
🚢 Ship tour cruise Spitz – Krems incl. bike
🚢 Ferry Spitz – Arnsdorf incl. bike
🎁 Surprise gift for each child
🌳 Admission to the "Garten Tulln" adventure world with the adventure and nature playground

❌ What is not included?

🚎 Transfers not listed as Included
✈️ Journey to/from the starting point
🍽️ Meals and drinks not listed as Included
🖼️ Entrance fees and extras not listed
🌎 Tourist taxes
🛡️ Travel insurance

🙋 Common questions

What is the difficulty level of this tour?
This is an easy, family-friendly cycling tour along the Danube Cycle Path. Daily distances range from 30 to 67 km, and on Days 2, 3 and 4 you can choose between two overnight towns, so that younger cyclists can take the shorter option.
What type of accommodation is provided?
You will stay in good 3-star hotels along the route and 4-star hotels in Linz and Vienna, with a daily breakfast buffet. Half board with a 3-course dinner can be added for €165 per person (6 evenings; not available in Vienna).
Are bikes included in the price?
Bike rental is available as a supplement: trekking bikes and e-bikes (on request); prices are shown on this page. You are welcome to bring your own bikes.
How does the return transfer work?
The return journey from Vienna to Linz by train is included in the package. Trains run every half hour as a direct connection in 2nd class, with free choice of departure time. The ticket is not valid on Westbahn services and the transfer to the station is not included; renting bikes is recommended.
Is luggage transported during the tour?
Yes, daily luggage transport from hotel to hotel is included. Bags are picked up at 9:00 AM and delivered by approximately 6:30 PM, with liability coverage up to €1,000 per person.
What activities are suitable for children?
The tour is packed with family highlights: the Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen, Greinburg Castle, the Garten Tulln adventure world and playground (admission included), and the Giant Ferris Wheel in Vienna (ride included). Each child also receives a surprise gift.
What is the children's discount policy?
Children aged 0–6 travel free (100% discount), ages 7–11 receive 50% off and ages 12–15 receive 25% off. Maximum 2 children in a double room with 2 full-paying adults; if extra beds are not possible, two adjacent double rooms are booked. On half board, children 0–6 have no meals included (children's menu payable on site), ages 7–11 get 50% off and from 12 years the full supplement applies.
When can we start the tour?
Arrivals are on Sundays and Mondays from May to October.
What is not included in the price?
Optional entrance fees not listed as included (for example the Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen) and meals beyond breakfast are at your own expense.

📋💸 Cancellation fees

Bike & hotel tours — terms of cancellation:

• More than 30 days before the departure date: 20% penalty of the total package

• 29 to 20 days before the departure date: 30% penalty of the total package

• 19 to 10 days before the departure date: 40% penalty of the total package

• 09 to 08 days before the departure date: 70% penalty of the total package

• 07 to 0 days before the departure date: 100% penalty of the total package

Bike & boat tours (MS Primadonna cruises RK1, RK3, RK4) — terms of cancellation:

• Up to 84 days before the departure date: 20% penalty of the total package

• 83 to 42 days before the departure date: 50% penalty of the total package

• 41 to 28 days before the departure date: 70% penalty of the total package

• 27 to 15 days before the departure date: 80% penalty of the total package

• 14 to 0 days before the departure date: 90% penalty of the total package

• No-show: 100% penalty of the total package

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€839/ person

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Available

2 May 2027 – 4 Oct 2027

Departures

Monday, Sunday

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Starting from

€839/ person

or €890

Available

2 May 2027 – 4 Oct 2027

Departures

Monday, Sunday

3 other tours on this route

Linz → Vienna · From €415

Danube Short Tour: Linz to Viennafrom €415 Danube Family Cycling Tourfrom €676 Linz to Vienna Danube Cycling Tourfrom €459

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✅ What is included in the trip?

❌ What is not included?

🙋 Common questions

What is the difficulty level of this tour?

What type of accommodation is provided?

Are bikes included in the price?

How does the return transfer work?

Is luggage transported during the tour?

What activities are suitable for children?

What is the children's discount policy?

When can we start the tour?

What is not included in the price?

📋💸 Cancellation fees

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Organized by

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