Itinerary
- Day 1
Villach
You'll arrive in Villach and get settled into your accommodation. This charming town sits right in the heart of Carinthia, surrounded by crystal-clear lakes and thermal springs. Take the afternoon to relax, walk around the area a bit, and get your bearings before the cycling starts tomorrow.
Optional Activities
- Visit thermal baths
- Explore Villach town
Landmarks Villach 
- Day 2
Villach to Klagenfurt
Cycle east along the Drau cycle path through traditional Carinthian farmland, heading toward Velden on Lake Wörthersee. You'll pass through the Keutschach lake valley with its four beautiful lakes and turquoise waters. After that, follow the Lendkanal into Klagenfurt, the capital of Carinthia. The total distance is about 50 km, so plan for a full day in the saddle with time for lunch breaks along the way.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour from Villach to Klagenfurt
Optional Activities
- Stop and swim in Lake Wörthersee
- Explore Velden
- Visit the four lakes in Keutschach valley (Hafnersee, Keutschacher See, Baßgeigensee, Rauschelesee)
Landmarks Lake Wörthersee Velden Hafnersee Keutschacher See Baßgeigensee Rauschelesee Klagenfurt 
- Day 3
Klagenfurt to Lake Klopeiner See
Start the day cycling through Klagenfurt's old town, wandering past winding alleyways, arcaded courtyards, and Renaissance buildings. From there, head along the Glan through gentle hills and forests until you reach the Drau, then follow the well-maintained cycle path toward Lake Klopeiner See. This is the warmest bathing lake in the country, with woodlands and the Karawanken mountains surrounding it. If you'd like to cool off, take a swim. The ride is about 35 km total.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour through Klagenfurt old town
- Guided cycling route to Lake Klopeiner See
Optional Activities
- Explore Klagenfurt's churches and city palaces
- Swim in Lake Klopeiner See
Landmarks Klagenfurt Old Town Lake Klopeiner See 
- Day 4
Lake Klopeiner See to Hochosterwitz
Cycle from Lake Klopeiner See to the Völkermarkt reservoir, then along the Drau banks before crossing the river one final time. Follow the Glan-Gurk cycle path past Völkermarkt, an old ducal town, and through typical Carinthian villages toward Hochosterwitz Castle. This fortress sits atop a 150-meter limestone rock that rises steeply from the fields. The area has other castles and palaces from when St. Veit was the provincial capital. Expect about 50 km of riding.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour to Hochosterwitz Castle area
Optional Activities
- Visit Hochosterwitz Castle
- Explore Völkermarkt
- Visit other castles and palaces in the area
Landmarks Völkermarkt Reservoir Völkermarkt Hochosterwitz Castle - Day 5
St. Veit to Villach
Cycle through St. Veit, the former provincial capital, where you'll see a well-preserved medieval main square, town walls, Renaissance houses, and the ducal castle. Head westward along the Glan to Glanegg, passing the impressive ruins of Glanegg Castle that overlook the valley. Continue through Feldkirchen to Lake Ossiach for a short break, then cycle back to Villach where you started. This final stretch covers about 55 km.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided cycling tour through St. Veit
- Guided cycling route back to Villach
Optional Activities
- Explore St. Veit's medieval sites and churches
- Visit Glanegg Castle ruins
- Stop at Lake Ossiach
Landmarks St. Veit Glanegg Castle Lake Ossiach Feldkirchen - Day 6
Individual journey home
On your last day, you'll have breakfast at a time that works for you, then head home whenever you're ready. There's no rush this morning, so you can take it easy and wrap up your trip on your own schedule.
- Meals
- Breakfast
