Itinerary
- Day 1
Salzburg
You'll arrive in Salzburg and have time to settle in at your own pace. This morning or afternoon, start by walking through the winding alleyways of the old town where Mozart's birthplace sits alongside centuries of baroque architecture. Stop at a traditional café and try some local specialties like Salzburger Nockerl or a proper Melange coffee. The squares here reveal themselves as you wander, and you'll find that history and culture are really everywhere in this place.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore winding alleyways and squares in Salzburg
- Sample genuine Austrian café specialties at local cafés
Landmarks/POIs Salzburg Old Town - Day 2
Salzburg to St. Johann
You'll cycle south from Salzburg, following the Salzach river through wetlands on your way to Hallein. This historic Celtic town has charming alleyways and ornate house fronts that make it worth a stop. From there, you'll ride past the Golling waterfall along well-developed cycle paths heading toward St. Johann. The twin steeples of the Pongau cathedral become visible as you approach, marking your arrival in this valley town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling from Salzburg to St. Johann via Hallein and Golling
- Visit Hallein historic town centre
Landmarks/POIs Hallein Golling Waterfall Pongau Cathedral - Day 3
St. Johann to Mallnitz
Today you'll leave the Salzach river and follow the Gasteiner Ache into the wild, romantic Gasteiner valley. You'll cycle through Dorfgastein and Bad Hofgastein toward Bad Gastein, a spa and ski resort where the Gasteiner waterfall dominates the town center. After Bad Gastein, you'll continue to Böckstein and then take a train through the Tauernschleuse tunnel to Mallnitz on the other side of the Alps. From there, a speedy bike descent brings you down to your hotel in the Mölltal valley.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling from St. Johann through Gasteiner valley to Böckstein
- Train ride Böckstein to Mallnitz through Tauernschleuse tunnel (including bike)
- Cycling descent to Mölltal valley
Optional Activities
- Visit Bad Gastein spa and ski resort
- View the Gasteiner waterfall
Landmarks/POIs Gasteiner Waterfall Bad Gastein - Day 4
Mallnitz to Villach
You'll cycle along the Möll river through impressive alpine landscapes with a gentle descent that makes the ride easy. At Möllbrücke the Drautal valley begins, marking Austria's sunny south where the character of the landscape shifts. From here it's nearly effortless pedaling along the Drau river to Spittal, where you'll check out the Renaissance palace Porcia. Later you'll continue to Villach with its old town, southern atmosphere, and plenty of pubs and restaurants to choose from.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling from Mölltal through alpine landscapes to Villach
- Visit Renaissance palace Porcia in Spittal
Optional Activities
- Explore Villach's old town
Landmarks/POIs Porcia Palace Villach Old Town - Day 5
Villach to Friulian Alps
You'll skip the climb to Tarvisio by taking the train, then continue cycling into Italy where well-developed cycle paths make the riding straightforward. From there it's a leisurely downhill ride through the Val Canale valley. You'll pass through the Friulian alpine region with its unspoilt nature and extensive forests all around. The day finishes in one of the villages at the foothills of the Julian Alps where you'll stay the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Train ride Villach to Tarvis (including bike)
- Cycling through Val Canale valley to Friulian Alps
Landmarks/POIs Val Canale Valley Julian Alps - Day 6
Friulian Alps to Udine
You'll cycle to Gemona del Friuli, one of the region's most beautiful historic villages, where the cathedral Santa Maria Assunta dominates the landscape. From there, you'll head toward Udine passing the first vineyards along the route. By evening you'll roll into Udine itself and can spend time over coffee on the Piazza or wander through the alleyways to see the late Gothic and Renaissance architecture that fills the town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling through Val Canale to Gemona del Friuli and Udine
- Visit Gemona del Friuli historic village and cathedral
Optional Activities
- Explore Udine's alleyways and Piazza
Landmarks/POIs Santa Maria Assunta Cathedral Gemona del Friuli Udine Old Town - Day 7
Udine to Grado
You'll feel the warm sirocco breeze as you cycle through vast reed scenery and along little water canals toward the Gulf of Venice. Stop in Aquileia, the Roman city known as the 'second Rome', then head on to Grado, a popular Adriatic beach resort with a fishing town character. You'll have the extensive sandy beach to explore, the historic harbour, and narrow alleyways with Italian charm and restaurants throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling through reed scenery to Gulf of Venice
- Cycling to Grado via Aquileia
Optional Activities
- Stop and explore Aquileia Roman city
- Visit Grado's historic harbour and explore alleyways
Landmarks/POIs Aquileia Grado Gulf of Venice - Day 8
Departure
This is your departure day, or if you prefer, this is your chance to extend your stay in the area and enjoy more time along the coast or exploring other nearby attractions.
