
Germany & Austria: The Danube River
Self-Guided Biking
- Daily Mileage: 5 - 63 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 6 hours
Starting From
10-day Air Package
$4,495
7-day Bike Tour Only
$3,045
Per person, double occupancy
Germany & Austria: The Danube River
Discover the enchantment of the Danube River Valley and the splendor of the Alps on this unique self-guided cycling vacation. In the German city of Passau, you’ll meet your VBT Local host, who brings a well-maintained bike, fitted just for you. Then, you’re free to cycle and explore at leisure—with 24/7 support from your local VBT friend should you need it. Spin along the storied Danube River and discover the Eastern Alps as you pedal a gentle downhill trail from the shores of Lunzer See. Your detailed navigation app provides audio prompts to keep you on track—plus fantastic suggestions for lunch spots, photo ops, and medieval castles to explore along the way. If you’ve been dreaming about a Danube cycling vacation with independence and support, this is a perfect fit!
Tour Highlights
- Discover the historic old town of Passau at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers.
- Stay at comfortable lodges with spectacular river views and hotels brimming with history.
- Ride along one of Austria’s most famous bike paths, the Ybbs Valley Cycle Trail (Ybbstalradweg), formerly a railroad connecting the Alps with the Danube.
- Bike on one of Europe’s most well-known bike paths, the EuroVelo 6, along the banks of the Danube combining easy terrain with fabulous views from both sides of the river.
- Taste the famous white wines of the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau Valley whose vineyards date back to the medieval Roman settlements.
What to Expect
This tour offers easy, riverside terrain. Riding is primarily on paved bike paths with some road riding through both urban and rural areas. For the Ybbs Valley Cycle Trail, you will be transported to Lunz am See for a splendid ride with a gradual descent. Please verify your bike selection for this tour as it is not always possible to change bikes once you arrive. Travel with your friends and family—we can accommodate multiple guests on this self-guided vacation. Our 24/7 support system is available as needed.
- Daily Mileage: 5 - 63 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 6 hours
Cycling
Cyclists
System
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr59º/41º
May68º/46º
Jun73º/52º
Jul77º/54º
Aug75º/55º
Sep77º/58º
Oct73º/55º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr2.75 in
May3.30 in
Jun3.8 in
Jul3.95 in
Aug3.6 in
Sep1.2 in
Oct3.37 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Detailed information for your independent travel to/from arrival and departure airports | ||
One night in Passau and one night in Vienna in conveniently located hotels with breakfasts included | ||
Transportation from the last hotel in Weissenkirchen to your hotel in Vienna (one-hour drive) | ||
Transportation from Ottensheim to Ybbs an der Donau (one-hour drive) | ||
Transportation from Ybbs an der Donau to the top of the mountain at Lunz am See (45-minute drive) | ||
6 nights in town center boutique hotels and countryside spa hotels | ||
6 meals: 6 breakfasts | ||
Puncture-protected tires |

Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
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Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
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Road Bicycle (Aluminum alloy frame)
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT bike with puncture-protected tires
Welcome orientation and bike fitting
Luggage transportation
Ride with GPS and daily route notes
VBT Road Book with destination information
24/7 emergency support from local host
Helmet, bike bag, and tool kit
Your choice of VBT branded gear for your adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )

The self-guided tour was wonderful and well paced - it went through beautiful and interesting country, the people I met were kind and the food was terrific! I had some trouble, though, with the Ride With GPS app. It functioned poorly with frequent messages that the GPS signal was weak. I had to seek out directions, several times, from people in towns or on the trail.
Germany & Austria: The Danube River
Absolutely incredible experience. I loved the great elements of the tour but the ability to round out my experience with great exploration and meals!
Germany & Austria: The Danube River
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