From the birth city of Mozart to a shimmering alpine lake amid the majesty of the south-eastern Alps, there is something for everyone on this unforgettable Alps cycling trip. Beginning at the baroque city of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you will cycle from ornate baroque architecture to a splendid alpine landscape laden with meandering rivers, picturesque valleys, waterfalls, and towering mountain peaks.
The route goes through quaint villages where you can sample great local food, before arriving at the fairytale setting of Lake Bled in Slovenia.
A network of cycle paths and quiet country roads will take you through the magnificent Salzach, Gastein, and Molltal valleys. South of Villach, you’ll pass through Italy briefly before turning into Slovenia and continuing on through the heart of the Julian Alps and onwards to the magical, fairytale setting of Lake Bled, with its unique island church and hilltop castle to top it all off.
Join us to cycle Salzburg, Austria to Lake Bled, Slovenia. An 8 day Alps cycling holiday to remember!
Departures only on Sundays from July 13 to October 4, 2025!
No departures between July 27 to August 3 and September 3 to September 7, 2025 due to local events in Austria!
Overview
Embark on an 8-day Alps cycling holiday: Cycle Salzburg, Austria via Italy to Lake Bled, Slovenia.
Itinerary
Itinerary for the Alps cycling holiday: Cycle Austria to Slovenia.
Day 1: ARRIVAL IN SALZBURG
We recommend arriving in Salzburg a day or two before the tour begins to acclimate and fully savor the city, especially the charming Altstadt (old town), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
DAY 2: SALZBURG - ST. JOHANN IM PONGAU (↔ 65 km, ↑ 560 m, ↓ 390 m)
Head off today through the lovely Salzach Valley to the 900-year old Hohenwerfen Castle, perched on a rock 113 metres high above the market village of Werfen. It’s among Europe’s oldest and most well-preserved castles. Surrounded by the Tennengebirge, Hagengebirge and Hochkönig mountain ranges, this is a sight not to be missed. Time permitting; take a side trip high above the valley to the glacial caves of Eisriesenwelt. You’ll spend the night at the popular alpine sports town of St. Johann.
DAY 3: ST JOHANN IN PONGAU - MALLNITZ (↔ 57 km, ↑ 900 m, ↓ 260 m)
Today\'s cycling tour leads you through the enchanting Gastien Valley and the striking Liechtensteinklamm (Liechtenstein Gorge) to the lovely spa town of Bad Gastien, adorned with a central waterfall. Continuing on, you\'ll traverse the Tauerntunel, emerging on the sunlit southern side of the Alps. Your overnight stay will be amidst the vibrant colors of the Hohe Tauern National Park.
DAY 4: MALLNITZ - MÜHLDORF / SACHSENBURG (↔ 30 km, ↑ 160 m, ↓ 780 m)
Today, you\'ll venture into the historic province of Carinthia, descending gently into the Mölltal Valley, with majestic 3,000-meter mountain peaks dominating the scenery. Immerse yourself in the enchanting North-Carinthian rural countryside, offering a perfect blend of outdoor adventure and scenic tranquility as you pedal through the valley.
DAY 5: MÜHLDORF / SACHSENBURG - VILLACH (↔ 54 km, ↑ 180 m, ↓ 250 m)
Today\'s journey involves a relatively easy descent along the Drau River, passing through the lakeside town of Spittal an der Drau and its impressive ancient Roman city of Teurnia. The route then takes you to Villach, where the Alpine climate meets the Mediterranean climate, making it an ideal location to explore the vintage car museum.
DAY 6: VILLACH – KRANJSKA GORA (↔ 54 km, ↑ 590 m, ↓ 280 m)
Cross the border briefly to savor an Italian pizza and cappuccino in Tarvisio before following a scenic cycling path along the old railway line that crosses the Italian-Slovenian border. Continue through the lush, green landscapes of the Sava Valley, heading to the village of Kranjska Gora for the night, with the magnificent Vitranc Mountain dominating the view.
Day 7: KRANJSKA GORA – BLED (↔ 40 km, ↑ 290 m, ↓ 620 m)
On your final day, you\'ll explore the heart of Triglav National Park, following the Sava Dolinka River as it joins the Sava Bohinjka to form Slovenia\'s longest river, the Sava. From Mojstrana, you\'ll enter the peaceful Krma Valley, with its WW2 monuments and traditional farmhouses, one of which is now a museum. Enjoy lunch at a mountain hut beneath Triglav, the highest peak in the Julian Alps, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery. Afterwards, pass through the Radovna Valley and take a short detour to the Vintgar Gorge, a 1.6km-long, 150m-deep gorge discovered in 1891 and opened to the public with built walkways.
Day 8: DEPARTURE
Provider Information
What's Included
- Accommodation in hotels and guesthouses 3* or 4* in a two-bed room with WC and shower, on a bed & breakfast basis
- Luggage transfer – one piece, max 23 kg / 50 lb, Lufthansa dimensions. Every additional piece 60 EUR per tour, payable on the spot.
- Personal welcome meeting and bike handover
- Tour description and maps in GUIBO application electronic form, one download per room.
- Backup service during the trip
- Local tourist and other taxes in Slovenia. They are not included on Austrian side of the tour.
- OBLIGATORY EXTRA: train ticket for Boeckstein to Mallnitz trip incl. bicycle, approximately 12 EUR per cyclist with bike
What's Not Included
- Single traveler 490 EUR, applies when a person travels alone
- Single room 230 EUR in low season, 290 EUR in high season, applies when a person in traveling together with other persons in party
- Standard touring bike rental 120 EUR. Bikes have 27 gears. Included are: one pannier per bike, helmet. One repair set per pair of bikes – includes: one long lock, one spare inner tube, one set of Allen keys, tire levers and a basic puncture patch set. Every additional rental day: 25 EUR per bike. Bike rental period starts 9:00 of day 2 of the tour and ends at 18:00 of day 7.
- Electric bike rental 290 EUR. Every additional day 50 EUR.
