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Self-guided cycling holiday

Danube Short Break: Grein to Vienna

Tyrol, Austria • Vienna, Austria

What’s included

  • 3–4-star hotels for 4 nights
  • Bed & breakfast
  • Luggage transfer
  • 1 wine tasting in the Wachau region
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English, French)

Overview

This shorter version of the Danube Cycle Path tour offers a condensed yet enriching journey through one of Austria’s most scenic and culturally significant regions. Starting in the riverside town of Grein and ending in Vienna, this ride takes in the dramatic river valley of the Strudengau, the vineyard-draped hills of the Wachau, and the historic towns that line this storied stretch of the Danube. Along the way, sample regional wines, marvel at grand monasteries, and immerse yourself in the beauty of rural Austria - before arriving in the imperial capital.

Ideal for those seeking a relaxed, scenic ride packed with highlights over a long weekend or short break.

Highlights

  • Explore the baroque riverside town of Grein
  • Cycle through the UNESCO-listed Wachau wine region
  • Visit Melk Abbey, Spitz, Dürnstein, and Krems
  • Enjoy a guided wine tasting and indulge in Austrian culinary specialities
  • End your journey in vibrant Vienna, a city rich in history and culture

Tour difficulty: Easy

Ideal for a relaxed pace with short distances and gentle terrain—perfect for beginners, families, or laid-back sightseeing.


Perfect for

  • E-bikes

  • Rivers & Lakes

  • Wine Lovers

  • Foodies


Itinerary

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  1. Arrive in the charming town of Grein on the Danube, known for its baroque town centre and historic theatre. Depending on your arrival time, take a walk along the river or visit Greinburg Castle before settling in for the night.

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

Tour map

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Bike rentals

Touring Bike

Touring Bike (EB)

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

£22 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…

£35 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…

£55 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…

£20 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…

£32 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…

£21 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…

£9 per day

Helmet

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

Included with bike hire

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