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Self-guided cycling holiday

Rivers, Castles & Cuisine: Salzburg to Villach

Salzburg, Austria

What’s included

  • 3–4-star hotels for 6 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • Train ride Böckstein – Mallnitz incl. your bike

Overview

Cycle through the soul of Austria on this scenic ride from Salzburg to Villach. Beginning in the baroque city of Mozart, you'll follow riverside paths through dramatic alpine valleys, past waterfalls, canyons, castles, and charming old towns. This is a journey rich in natural beauty, cultural treasures, and culinary delights—from Salzburger Nockerl in cosy cafés to hearty Carinthian cheese dumplings in sunny Villach. Ride at a relaxed pace through lush valleys and beneath towering peaks, soaking up everything that makes Austria so special.

Tour Highlights

  • Begin your journey in the cultural heart of Salzburg
  • Explore the dramatic Salzach and Gastein valleys
  • Admire mountain panoramas, waterfalls, and fortresses
  • Discover historic towns like Golling, St. Johann, and Spittal
  • Taste traditional Austrian specialities along the way
  • End in Villach, known for its southern flair and welcoming old town

Tour difficulty: Moderate

Great for active riders ready for rolling hills and longer days in the saddle—offering both challenge and beautiful scenery.


Perfect for

  • E-bikes

  • Families

  • Foodies

  • Rivers & Lakes


Itinerary

  1. Arrive in the vibrant cultural capital of Salzburg. Stroll the old town’s winding lanes, visit Mozart’s birthplace, or relax in a traditional café with a slice of Sachertorte.

Flights are not included with this holiday, but we recommend flying to Salzburg and returning from Salzburg.

Tour map

View route

Bike rentals

Touring Bike

Touring Bike (EB)

Our KTM trekking bikes combine decades of experience with thoughtful design, tailored to the needs of our…

£15 per day

Premium Touring Bike

Premium Touring Bike (EB)

Our Premium Touring Bike offers noticeable upgrades throughout the bike. From the saddle to the brakes and gears, every component…

£25 per day

Gravel Bike

Gravel Bike (EB)

A dynamic new addition to our fleet, gravel bikes blend the speed of a road bike with the versatility of a touring bike—ideal for…

£32 per day

Electric Touring Bike

Electric Touring Bike (EB)

Discover a new way to ride with our electric bikes—designed for smooth, effortless cycling across all terrains. When your legs…

£40 per day

Childrens Bike

Child's Bike (EB)

Our children's bikes come in three wheel sizes: 20", 24", and 26". The number of gears (12, 18, or 24) corresponds to the wheel…

£14 per day

Childrens follow me

Child’s bike + Follow-Me (EB)

For children who can already ride their bikes independently, but also want to be pulled along the route by their parents, we offer…

£22 per day

Childrens Trailer

Child Trailer (EB)

Take the little ones on your cycle tour – our KTM child trailers can also be used as ‘strollers’ after the stage and offer space…

£14 per day

Childs Seat

Child Seat (EB)

The child sits relaxed on the parents bike and enjoys the breeze. Small children from the age of one and a half will be very…

£6 per day

Helmet

Helmets are included when hiring a bike, available in all sizes.

Included with bike hire

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