Itinerary 

Day 1: Passau, Germany
Boarding time at 4.00 p.m. Located at the confluence of three rivers, the Danube, the Inn and the Llz, Passau has numerous interesting sites to visit. Stroll through the narrow cobble stoned streets of the picturesque old town centre, listen to the bells of Passau’s Gothic Town Hall.  At 6.00 p.m. we cast off.

Day 2: Great Loop | Engelhartszell – Brandstatt approx. 45 km
Your first day’s cycle route begins with a ride through the classic scenery of the ‘Great Loop’ Donauschlinge – one of the most beautiful sections of the Danube. Explore the pristine countryside of the Upper Danube Valley on the former towpath. Along the way you will encounter sleepy villages and cozy cider taverns. In Austria’s only Trappist monastery at Engelhartszell you can taste their delicious liquors and cheese. The famous ‘Schlogener View’ provides a wonderful panorama of the surrounding Austrian countryside. The boat welcomes cyclists back on board while docked in the charming town of Brandstatt.

Day 3: Brandstatt  – Linz, approx. 24 km
The morning is cycling through pretty countryside and by noon you will reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Sample some weiner schnitzel and sacher torte while exploring the old town.

Day 4: Mauthausen - Grein  approx 36 km
Today's cycling is on a beautiful and varied route as you explore the idyllic hinterland of the Strudengau by bike: the Celtic village of Mitterkirchen, the baroque monastery of Baumgartenberg and the romantic ruins of Burg Clam Castle. Finally comes the little medieval town of Grein with its imposing castle.

Day 5: Tulln - Vienna   approx 31 km
As you approach Vienna, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, you find the 900 year old monastery of Klosterneuburg. Kahlenbergerdorf with its wine taverns is near the pier where you meet your floating hotel. After a stroll through the vineyards you can enjoy the panoramic view over Vienna. In the afternoon there are optional bus or walking tours through the historic centre of Austria's capital.

Day 6: Vienna  - rest day
Discover Vienna's most beautiful attractions. You can take an optional bus tour to experience Vienna’s most famous examples of architecture:… the imperial Hofburg, St. Stephens Cathedral, the gorgeous ‘Ring’-boulevard and the State Opera House.  Take time to relax in one or more of Vienna’s famous cafes for mouth-watering sachertorte (chocolate cake) and perhaps attend a classical concert (optional) at a famous Viennese palace..

Day 7: Wachau Valley round trip  approx. 37 km
Your last biking day is a special highlight! A magnificent ruin looms above the small Baroque town of Durnstein, while the blue spire of the monastery church is a landmark of the renowned Wachau Valley. In Weisenkirchen - the most important wine-producing village in Austria - you can discover the famous Wachau wines.

Day 8: Passau
As you cruise back up the Danube enjoy the early morning sunshine as the boat winds its way to Passau where you’ll disembark at approx. 11.00 a.m. Connecting travel should be booked for 12.00 pm. onwards.