Austria's Ten Lakes Cycle in Comfort

Austria's Ten Lakes Cycle in Comfort

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Austria's Ten Lakes Cycle in Comfort

8 Days Starting and ending in Salzburg, Austria

Visiting: Salzburg, Mondsee, Gmunden, Hallstatt, Lake Wolfgangsee

Tour operator:

UTracks

Tour code:

ALC

Group Type:

Independent

Guide Type:

Self Guided

Physical rating:

moderate

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Active

From: $2064

NB: Prices correct on 20-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating journey through Austria's picturesque Salzkammergut region with the "Austria's Ten Lakes Cycle in Comfort" tour. This self-guided cycling adventure begins and ends in the enchanting city of Salzburg, offering you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Pedal through lush meadows, along serene lakesides, and past impressive rock massifs, visiting charming lakeside towns like Hallstatt, Bad Goisern, and Bad Ischl. Enjoy the warm hospitality and delicious cuisine of family-run hotels, staying in comfortable 4-star accommodations. Highlights include a boat excursion on Lake Attersee, a visit to the famous Café Zauner, and the option to relax by Lake Wolfgangsee or take a cog railway up Mount Schafberg. With luggage transfers, a digital information pack, and bicycle insurance included, this tour ensures a seamless and memorable experience amidst Austria's stunning landscapes.

Highlights

  • Cycling through the Salzkammergut region with incredible views

  • Exploring the enchanting city Salzburg

  • Discovering beautiful lakeside towns of Hallstat, Bad Goisern and Bad Ischl

  • Cycling along the shore of Lake Mondsee and Lake Attersee

  • Visiting the famous Cafe Zauner in Bad Ischl

  • Taking the cog railway up to the top of Mount Schafberg

  • Cycling through the Strubklamm and Glasenbachklamm gorges

  • Enjoying a rest day by Lake Wolfgangsee with options for swimming or a boat ride

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Arrive Salzburg

Location: Salzburg

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Check into the hotel where you will receive your travel documents. The remainder of the day is free to explore the city. The attractions are aplenty and you should spend some time visiting the castle, the square or enjoying a beer in one of the monastery breweries.

Day 2 : Cycle To Lake Mondsee (40Km/25Mi)

Location: Mondsee

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Mondsee

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will cycle along the Salzach and then along the disused Ischler railway line en route to Eugendorf. You will then cycle across lush meadows on the cycle path to Thalgau and the foot of the Drachenwand, an impressive rock massif that stretches all the way to Lake Mondsee. The lake side cycle path will then lead you into the centre of the town with the same name, which is well-known - and not just because of the Sound of Music! Overnight Mondsee.

Day 3 : Cycle Via Gmunden To Traunkirchen On Lake Traunsee, Partly By Boat In Jul And Aug (50-70Km/31-43.5Mi)

Location: Gmunden

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Traunkirchen

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will cycle along the shore of Lake Mondsee until you get to Lake Attersee. This is the largest lake in Salzkammergut and is well-known due to its deep-green During the months of July and August part of the route will be by boat, otherwise you will travel by bike along the lakeside, heading towards Weyregg and then through Aurachtal past Lake Traunsee to Gmunden, with its famous palace and the ceramic bells in the town hall tower. From Gmunden you only have a few more kilometres until you get to Traunkirchen, where you will stay overnight.

Day 4 : Cycle Along The River Traun Via The Health Resort Of Bad Goisern To The Delightful Village Of Hallstatt (45Km/28Mi)

Location: Hallstatt

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Hallstatt

Meals Included: Breakfast

The cycle route takes you along the edge of Lake Traunsee until you get to the salt town of Ebensee. From here you will continue to cycle along the river Traun until you get to Bad Ischl with its imperial past. Once you have cycled through the health resort town of Bad Goisern, you will arrive at Lake Hallstatt. The scenery here is spectacular so be sure to enjoy the view as you cycle along the lake to the “loveliest lakeside town in the world” – Hallstatt. You will stay overnight in the centre of the village.

Day 5 : Cycle To Lake Wolfgangsee (40Km/25Mi)

Location: Lake Wolfgangsee

Accommodation Name: Hotel near Lake Wolfgangsee

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you head back along the river Traun until you get to Bad Ischl. You should definitely stop in the famous Café Zauner where you can try the sweet specialities (included in the trip cost). Emperor Franz Josef and Sissi both enjoyed the Gugelhupf cake here. Fuelled up, you will continue cycling along Lake Wolfgang, soaking up the delightful atmosphere until you reach your accommodation for the next two nights.

Day 6 : Rest Day To Visit Mt Schafberg Or Relax By The Lake

Location: Lake Wolfgangsee

Accommodation Name: Hotel near Lake Wolfgangsee

Meals Included: Breakfast

There are so many options today for an active day by Austria’s most famous lake. We recommend taking the cog railway up to the top of Mount Schafberg (1782m/5846ft). If you do wish to take the cog railway, you will need to arrange this yourself. From the top you get a beautiful view of the surrounding area. Another option is a boat ride on the lake (also organised by yourself). You could also spend the day swimming in the crystal clear water of Lake Wolfgangsee.

Day 7 : By Bike To Salzburg (50-70Km/31-43.5Mi)

Location: Salzburg

Accommodation Name: Hotel in Salzburg

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today you will cycle along the the bike path, following the lake, to St. Gilgen and on to the deep blue Fuschlsee. Continue cycling to Lake Hintersee and through the Strubklamm gorge into the Wiestal valley. The ride through the Glasenbachklamm gorge is impressive and will bring you to the Salzachtal valley. Just before Salzburg, a diversion to Schloss Hellbrunn is well worth it. Your destination is the festival and Mozart town of Salzburg with its many tourist attractions.

Day 8 : Trip Concludes

Meals Included: Breakfast

The trip concludes after breakfast.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    7 nights 4 star hotels/ spa hotels

  • 7 breakfasts

  • 7 nights 4 star hotels/spa hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities

  • Bicycle, 21 or 7 speed with pannier and bicycle insurance for theft/damage (27 speed superior bike and e-bike available - supplement applies)

  • Digital information pack including smartphone app with maps and useful information

  • Luggage transfer

  • Welcome briefing

  • Boat excursion on Lake Attersee (during July and August only)

  • 1 Zaunerstollen and a coffee per person in the famous Cafe Zauner

  • Emergency hotline

  • Travel to and from Salzburg

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What's Not Included

  • Items of a personal nature such as telephone calls, souvenirs and laundry etc.

  • Lunch and dinner daily and beverages

  • Paper documents on arrival, request at time of booking

Accommodation

7 nights 4 star hotels/spa hotels. In Austria, a twin room may have one or two mattresses on the same bed frame with separate duvets. Some rooms may have two beds positioned together but cannot be separated due to room constraints.

Grading

The trip is graded moderate. The daily distances cycled each day are between 40 and 70km (25 and 43.5mi). On the banks of the Lakes and while on the River Salzach the paths will be flat. Otherwise, the cycling is over mostly hilly terrain. Around one third of the route cycled in on dedicated cycling paths, and the majority of the rest is cycled on field and forest paths, farm roads and little used backroads. Only some short sections have to be cycled on roads with more traffic. We recommend pre-trip training involving cycling on light to medium traffic roads to ensure you are comfortable cycling through towns.

Mode of Transport

Transportation includes cycling along dedicated paths, field and forest paths, farm roads, and little-used backroads. Some sections may involve cycling on roads with more traffic. A boat excursion on Lake Attersee is included during July and August.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7 nights in 4-star hotels or spa hotels. Note that in Austria, a twin room may not always have two separate beds; it often has one or two mattresses on the same bed frame with two separate duvets.

  • Is there a welcome briefing included in the tour?

    Yes, a welcome briefing is included in the tour.

  • Are bicycles provided, and what types are available?

    Yes, bicycles are provided. You can choose between a 21-speed or 7-speed bike with a pannier and bicycle insurance for theft/damage. A 27-speed superior bike and e-bike are also available for an additional supplement.

  • Is luggage transfer included in the tour?

    Yes, luggage transfer is included in the tour.

  • Is there any special activity included during the stay in Bad Ischl?

    Yes, during your stay in Bad Ischl, you can enjoy a Zaunerstollen and a coffee per person at the famous Café Zauner, which is included in the trip cost.

  • What should I bring for the cycling tour?

    You should bring a well-fitted helmet as they are not available for rent. It is also recommended to bring a handlebar phone holder to follow the route more easily using the app.

  • Is there an emergency contact available during the tour?

    Yes, an emergency hotline is available during the tour.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    The tour includes 7 breakfasts. Lunch and dinner are not included and need to be arranged separately.

  • Is travel insurance required for this tour?

    Yes, travel insurance is mandatory for this tour.

  • Is this a guided tour?

    No, this is a self-guided trip.

  • What happens on the rest day at Lake Wolfgangsee?

    On the rest day at Lake Wolfgangsee, you have several options. You can take the cog railway up to the top of Mount Schafberg, go for a boat ride on the lake, or spend the day swimming in the crystal-clear water of Lake Wolfgangsee.

  • How fit do I have to be?

    Our adventures are first and foremost holidays and can be undertaken by anyone in a reasonable state of health and fitness - however, please carefully read our Terms & Conditions when booking and view the trip grading. We rank our trips according to our honest Trip Grading System. We recommend that you familiarise yourself with our grading system by reading our detailed trip notes (which you can order through this site) and to speak with us about the physical requirements of your chosen trip.

  • What happens if something goes wrong?

    On our guided tours, you travel in small groups with a local multi-lingual guide whose knowledge of the terrain, flora, fauna and history of the region is exemplary. Our self guided tours give you the freedom to explore at your own pace - but they're not unsupported. We provide detailed route notes and maps and our local partners are on hand throughout the day in the unlikely event that something goes wrong. All we request is that you select a program that matches your level of fitness to ensure that you have a comfortable experience.

  • I'm travelling solo on a self-guided trip. Do I pay the single supplement or the single traveller surcharge?

    Most of our self guided trips are priced based on twinshare. If you are travelling solo the single traveller surcharge will apply. The single supplement would apply if you were travelling in a party with others and you had chosen to book a single room. You would never pay a single traveller surcharge and a single supplement.

Reviews of this operator

Katharine McLennan (Google Reviewer)  

UTracks is awesome. My...

13-Jun-2024

UTracks is awesome. My Assisi trip was one of the most beautiful trips I have taken in my 56 years. I wanted to walk by myself, and Utracks teamed up with a local Italian travel company to do everything for me—book the hotels and move my bags from hotel to hotel as I walked the track. The app was AMAZING. It showed the daily itinerary, and the interactive map told me metre by metre where I needed to go and whether I was on track or not. It was far more accurate than Google Maps, and I loved all the commentary on what to look for and what not to. The places I stayed were known as "agriturismo places." They are hosted by families on working farms. Those gorgeous families had farms and accommodations that sometimes dated back to 800!!! But all of them had done a fantastic job updating them to be modern, beautiful rooms. I loved how warm the hosts were and how much they appreciated my stay. There were seldom more than 5 people staying each night. The walk was fabulous -- and incredibly well-researched and noted. I was often the only one on the trails, but I always felt safe and looked after by UTracks in their 24-hour cover. I never had to use it - but as a single woman walking on her own through the Italian hills -- it is great to know that people know where I am. The preparation pack sent to me was also incredibly organised with equipment lists, hotel directions-- with all the contacts, and the contacts of the lovely fellow who would be taking my bag from place to place. He was fantastic -- and I also felt supported by him if things were to go wrong. I will definitely be working with Utracks again and can't wait to plan my next adventure.

Addy K (Google Reviewer)  

Great hike to sample some...

04-Oct-2023

Great hike to sample some of the best locations along the Tour Du Mont Blanc. Our guide Sara was great at maintaining pace and knew the route very well. The scenery was amazing especially the tall mountains close to our accomodation. The accomodation provided great 3 course dinners, and we got to sample French, Swiss and Italian food. This is not an easy hike, but as long as you are able to do 1000 mtr elevation gain hikes, this is thoroughly enjoyable.

Patrick Shum (Google Reviewer)  

Hassle free self guided tour...

26-Jul-2023

Hassle free self guided tour around the most scenic Austrian hills and lakes. All our heavy baggage taken care of from hotel to hotel. Hiking not difficult at all, instructions are v clear. I recommend use online GPS map. In case someone want to shorten the walking, various options (bus / boat) provided.

Amanda Liddell (Google Reviewer)  

300km in 12 days from...

15-Jun-2023

300km in 12 days from Porto to Santiago de Compostela where a Cathedral stands as the most beautiful ‘Welcome’ imaginable. The accomodation arranged by UTRACKS was consistently excellent & the ease of only having to worry about carrying your backpack and what you’ll have for lunch is perfect. Yes, most days at breakfast you can make up your own bread roll and filling. Notes and directions were included but once you arrive in Spain you just need to look for the ‘shell’ and ‘yellow arrow’ to find your ‘way’. I am 67 years old & consciously chose to walk alone however I met some fabulous people along the way and finally had hours on end with ‘no headchatter’. There’s healing which catches you unaware & makes every step very worthwhile.

Kerry Andersen (Google Reviewer)  

We used UTracks to organise...

13-Jul-2023

We used UTracks to organise our self guided Portugal Coastal Camino walk. We were very happy with information provided for our walk and accommodation picked.

Ian Freestone (Google Reviewer)  

Recently two trips with utracks....

26-Aug-2024

Recently two trips with utracks. Mont Blanc self-guided and Austrian hike-bike. In summary, the experience is only as good as the local partner. In Austria, Helmut was amazing! Met with us prior - went over every detail of the trip, answered his phone if we had a concern. Mont Blanc, the partner would only communicate by text, did not meet us on arrival, and would not return calls even when we had an emergency. Other concerns we raised with utracks staff were not responded to adequately leaving the feeling that they had our money, job done.

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    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of utracks charges.

    Up to 70 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 69 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

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