Schloss Ort on Traunsee, Salzkammergut, Salzburg, Austria. Flickr:Hannes Schneider

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Salzburg & the 7 Lakes

Name: Salzburg & the 7 Lakes
Brand: Tripsite
SKU: ts118o1315
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Austria Bike Tours

A bike tour in Austria through a sparkling lake world

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Self Guided
Skill Level

Easy–Moderate
Length

8 days
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Overview
Your bike tour in Austria will be in the region of Salzkammergut (Lake District) situated snugly at the foothills of the Northern Alps. It is a masterpiece of majestic mountains and mystic blue lakes that stretch across the provinces of Styria, Salzburg, and Upper Austria.
The name of the region stems from the medieval chamber estate Kammergut, which produced considerable wealth for the Hapsburgs in Vienna with their prosperous salt mining.
The area's unparalleled beauty is so great that it attracted many ambitious artists (including Romantic), whose works were noteworthy enough to draw in poets and composers as well; and thus the region soon established itself as a haven for tranquility and artistic inspiration.
Highlights
- Mozart's beloved musical city of Salzburg
- The most famous of Salzkammergut's lakes, Mondsee, Attersee, Traunsee and Wolfgangsee
- Imposing Alpine backdrop of white peaks and hidden caves
- Wolfgangsee with its imposing Schafberg
- Gmunden
- Imperial summer residence Bad Ischl
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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg
Day 2: Salzburg - Lake Wolfgangsee, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 3: Wolfgangsee - Traunsee, 31 mi. (50 km) + ship ride on Lake Wolfgang
Day 4: Traunsee - Attersee, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 5: Attersee - Mondsee, 20 mi. (33 km)
Day 6: Mondsee - Trumer Seenland, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 7: Trumer Seenland - Salzburg, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 8: Departure from Salzburg
*All distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Salzburg
Individual arrival and handover of the rental bikes. You can use the rest of the day to explore and stroll through the picturesque old part of this cultural and fascinating town.
Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Hotel Amedia
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel Ibis Nord
Day 2: Salzburg - Lake Wolfgangsee, 31 mi. (50 km)
Begin the day exploring the birthplace of the world-famous classical composer, W.A. Mozart. Cycling along the breathtaking Drachenwand, you reach the beautiful Mondsee. From here, it is downhill to St.Gilgen where you will end the day with a boat ride on the “Wolfgangsee”.
Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Weißer Bär
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel-Pension Carossa
Day 3: Lake Wolfgangsee - Lake Traunsee, 31 mi. (50 km) + ship ride on Lake Wolfgang
After a relaxing ship ride on Lake Wolfgang (Category B), you cycle to the old imperial village of Bad Ischl, where you find traces and follow the footprints of Emperor Franz Josef and his Empress Sissi all over the area. A stop at the famous pastry shop “Zauner” is a must! Cycle along the river Traun until you reach Traunkirchen.
Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Symposionhotel Post
Cat. B: 3-star Panoramahotel Traunstein
Day 4: Traunsee - Attersee, 22 mi. (35 km)
One of the many highlights on this tour is the stop in Gmunden, a scenic village on the northern bank of the Traunsee. Today it is well known for its touristic importance and beautiful handmade ceramics. You will also explore the gorgeous area of lake Attersee.
Sample hotels:
Cat. A & B: 3-star Hotel Spitzerwirt
Day 5: Attersee - Mondsee, 22 mi. (35 km)
Follow the gorgeous blue waters of the Attersee until Unterach. After cycling about 2 km in the narrow valley, you discover the legendary Mondsee. Cycle along the northern bank until you reach the picturesque city of this lake. The Salzkammergut area is gorgeous and offers so much to explore. This lake has already inspired famous artists like composer Gustav Mahler and painters Gustav Klimt and Christian Ludwig Attersee. Your path continues to Mondsee and then onto the village of Mondsee. Visit the church, which was used as a romantic backdrop for the wedding in the musical "The Sound of Music".
Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Hotel Krone
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel Prielbauer
Day 6: Mondsee - Trumer Seenland, 29 mi. (46 km)
You will cycle the land of Mondsee, passing the natural Irrsee until you reach the Trumer Seen. If you enjoy a good beer, you should visit the Trumer brewery!
Sample hotels:
Cat. A/B: 3-star Gasthof Neumayr
Day 7: Trumer Seenland - Salzburg, 29 mi. (46 km)
On the day before departure, if weather permits, you should take a swim and enjoy the fresh water. You will cycle to Salzburg for the last night of your tour.
Sample hotels:
Cat. A: 4-star Hotel Amedia
Cat. B: 3-star Hotel Ibis Nord
Day 8: Departure from Salzburg
Individual departure or extend your stay in Salzburg.
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Hotels & Bikes
You have a choice between two categories. Category A consists of mostly 4-star or high end, 3-star hotels. Category B consists of quaint inns and 3-star hotels and pensions. In each day’s detailed itinerary you will find the name of the preferred hotel(s). If the hotel listed is not available, a hotel of equal standard will be offered.
Bicycles
Men’s and women’s bicycles

Men's and women's standard bicycles

Upright handlebar
7 or 21-speed KTM touring bike
Flat pedals
Step-through or men's frame (horizontal bar)
Shimano components
Accessories include one to two pannier bags, odometer, pump, and repair kit
Helmet purchase possible
Electric bicycle

Electrically assisted bikes can be provided for those who love to cycle but who find it increasingly difficult to either master the terrain or the distance. E-bikes are not motorized, but have a battery which enables you to pedal with ease. It has been described as similar to having a constant tailwind at your back.
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Hotel accommodations for 7 nights
- Breakfasts
- 7-speed bikes with back pedal brake or 21-speed standard bicycle (please specify at time of booking)
- Bicycle accessories including pannier bag, handlebar bag (1 per room), and odometer
- Route descriptions and maps
- Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel (1 piece p.p./ max. 23 kg)
- 7-day service hotline
- Boat ride on Lake Wolfgang
- Ferry ride St. Wolfgang - Abersee incl. bike
- Sweet break “Zauner Jause” in Bad Ischl (coffee and cake)
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and dinners (5 dinners can be included with a supplement)
- Local tax payable on spot (approx. €1-2.50/person/night)
- Bike Protection
- Travel Insurance

Dates & Pricing

Dates

Not available in 2023

Please Note

Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
Information to read before you book
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† Currency exchange rate set 90 days before travel
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Pricing

2023

	Category A	Category B
Season 1	$ 1509 £ 725 $ 1,340 € 833 Ft 345467 kr 123118 ₪ 3502 ¥ 137936 Mex$ 18916 NZ$ 1613 kr 10063 zł 3628 S$ 1267 kr 9281 CHF 800 $ 966	$ 1248 £ 600 $ 1,108 € 689 Ft 285746 kr 101835 ₪ 2897 ¥ 114091 Mex$ 15646 NZ$ 1335 kr 8324 zł 3001 S$ 1048 kr 7676 CHF 662 $ 799
Single room	$ 2017 £ 969 $ 1,791 € 1113 Ft 461590 kr 164503 ₪ 4680 ¥ 184301 Mex$ 25274 NZ$ 2156 kr 13446 zł 4847 S$ 1693 kr 12400 CHF 1069 $ 1,291	$ 1618 £ 777 $ 1,437 € 893 Ft 370350 kr 131986 ₪ 3755 ¥ 147871 Mex$ 20278 NZ$ 1730 kr 10788 zł 3889 S$ 1359 kr 9949 CHF 858 $ 1,036
Season 2	$ 1745 £ 838 $ 1,549 € 963 Ft 399381 kr 142333 ₪ 4049 ¥ 159462 Mex$ 21868 NZ$ 1865 kr 11634 zł 4194 S$ 1465 kr 10729 CHF 925 $ 1,117	$ 1502 £ 722 $ 1,334 € 829 Ft 343808 kr 122527 ₪ 3486 ¥ 137273 Mex$ 18825 NZ$ 1606 kr 10015 zł 3611 S$ 1261 kr 9236 CHF 796 $ 961
Single room	$ 2252 £ 1082 $ 2,000 € 1243 Ft 515504 kr 183717 ₪ 5226 ¥ 205827 Mex$ 28226 NZ$ 2408 kr 15016 zł 5414 S$ 1891 kr 13849 CHF 1194 $ 1,441	$ 1872 £ 899 $ 1,662 € 1033 Ft 428412 kr 152679 ₪ 4343 ¥ 171053 Mex$ 23458 NZ$ 2001 kr 12479 zł 4499 S$ 1572 kr 11509 CHF 992 $ 1,198
Season 3	$ 2125 £ 1021 $ 1,887 € 1173 Ft 486474 kr 173371 ₪ 4932 ¥ 194236 Mex$ 26637 NZ$ 2272 kr 14171 zł 5109 S$ 1785 kr 13069 CHF 1127 $ 1,360	$ 1756 £ 844 $ 1,559 € 969 Ft 401870 kr 143219 ₪ 4074 ¥ 160456 Mex$ 22004 NZ$ 1877 kr 11706 zł 4220 S$ 1474 kr 10796 CHF 931 $ 1,124
Single room	$ 2633 £ 1265 $ 2,337 € 1453 Ft 602597 kr 214755 ₪ 6109 ¥ 240601 Mex$ 32995 NZ$ 2814 kr 17553 zł 6328 S$ 2211 kr 16188 CHF 1396 $ 1,685	$ 2125 £ 1021 $ 1,887 € 1173 Ft 486474 kr 173371 ₪ 4932 ¥ 194236 Mex$ 26637 NZ$ 2272 kr 14171 zł 5109 S$ 1785 kr 13069 CHF 1127 $ 1,360

Extra Options

Extra nights, Category A	Twin/Double	Single
Salzburg	$ 179 £ 86 $ 159 € 99 Ft 41058 kr 14632 ₪ 416 ¥ 16393 Mex$ 2248 NZ$ 192 kr 1196 zł 431 S$ 151 kr 1103 CHF 95 $ 115	$ 270 £ 130 $ 240 € 149 Ft 61794 kr 22022 ₪ 626 ¥ 24673 Mex$ 3384 NZ$ 289 kr 1800 zł 649 S$ 227 kr 1660 CHF 143 $ 173

Extra nights, Category B	Twin/Double	Single
Salzburg	$ 141 £ 68 $ 125 € 78 Ft 32349 kr 11528 ₪ 328 ¥ 12916 Mex$ 1771 NZ$ 151 kr 942 zł 340 S$ 119 kr 869 CHF 75 $ 90	$ 216 £ 104 $ 191 € 119 Ft 49352 kr 17588 ₪ 500 ¥ 19705 Mex$ 2702 NZ$ 230 kr 1438 zł 518 S$ 181 kr 1326 CHF 114 $ 138

Extra nights in other cities possible. Please ask about prices.

Dinners included*
Category A	$ 337 £ 162 $ 299 € 186 Ft 77139 kr 27491 ₪ 782 ¥ 30800 Mex$ 4224 NZ$ 360 kr 2247 zł 810 S$ 283 kr 2072 CHF 179 $ 216
Category B	$ 288 £ 138 $ 256 € 159 Ft 65941 kr 23500 ₪ 669 ¥ 26329 Mex$ 3611 NZ$ 308 kr 1921 zł 692 S$ 242 kr 1771 CHF 153 $ 184

Additional options (must be reserved at the time of booking)
Electric bike	$ 181 £ 87 $ 161 € 100 Ft 41473 kr 14780 ₪ 420 ¥ 16559 Mex$ 2271 NZ$ 194 kr 1208 zł 436 S$ 152 kr 1114 CHF 96 $ 116
Helmet purchase	$ 71 £ 34 $ 63 € 39 Ft 16174 kr 5764 ₪ 164 ¥ 6458 Mex$ 886 NZ$ 76 kr 471 zł 170 S$ 59 kr 435 CHF 37 $ 45

Child discounts available. Must accompany two full paying people.
Children’s bikes and other specialized equipment for children on request.

Please note that extra nights can only be requested at time of booking.

Extra Info

Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This is an easy to moderate self-guided hotel tour on country roads, cycling paths, and field paths. The terrain is hilly with some longer uphill stretches. Please note that there will be more traffic on country roads during the summer holiday. Daily distances range from 20 to 30 miles (33 to 48 km).
Airport Info
It is recommended that you fly into Salzburg International Airport (SZG), which is located just 4 miles (7 km) from the city center. Another option is to fly to Munich International Airport (MUC).
Local Travel
From the Salzburg Airport, city bus line 2 departs regularly and will take you to Salzburg Hbf (main train station). From the main train station, it is recommended that you take a taxi to your first hotel. You can also take a taxi from the airport which will cost between €18 and €25.
From the Munich Airport, you can take a train to Salzburg Hbf. The ride takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes and costs around €35.
Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. The climate of the Salzkammergut region during the Spring and Summer months is relatively mild.
Recommended
We recommend booking extra nights which are possible in Salzburg, Wolfgangsee, Traunsee, and Attersee!
Important to know
Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit.  This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.

US citizens:  A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov .
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.

*Important note: Please check on the  European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Extra Stay
Extra nights in Salzburg is highly recommended
Tour Operator

Tour Operator

This tour is run by Rad und Reisen.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
We are not a broker.
We do not inflate tour prices.
We are simply travelers helping travelers.
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Sheila Riggs
October 8, 2022
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This started very badly with our reservation having gone missing. Our start day was on a weekend, making it even more challenging. Stress level was through the roof!
Local hotel staff was excellent at the Wyndham in Salzburg, ensuring that we got our room and also printed off the package that was supposed to have been left for us (vouchers). The next day we went to pick up our bikes…’sorry, your tour starts tomorrow’ , oh, today IS the 25th. Fortunately, bikes were found for us.
Off we trundled with minimal guidance from the mapping app…thank goodness one of our group had a European SIM card, so Google maps was a bit more helpful. It would be nice if the maps & book (that WE didn’t get) told us which bike path to follow clearly. We figured out we were basically following the R2…until we weren’t…
The hotels were generally great, if a bit off the beaten path. So, no wandering about in the towns after we had our showers and got ourselves changed.
Meals, both dinners and breakfasts, were tasty and ample. Most of the hotels could use some decent pillows; they were either flat or lumpy.
Sorry, while I enjoyed the trek, I think Pack-n-Pedal let us down on this trip. I don’t believe I will use them again. Some minor offer of compensation for the stress they caused us would have been welcome.
Neil Blanks
October 5, 2016
Verified Reviewer

Just came back from an exceptional Salzburg Lakes holiday.
I'll start with the good - fantastic scenery (so green), friendly well-appointed hotels, not too difficult route (a few hills from time to time but appropriate for the "easy to moderate" level, well sign-posted. Even the continuous rain on the first day didn't dampen our spirits.
This was my second time with "Tripsite" (went to Provence, France two years ago) and I feel compelled to add a few negative comments by comparison. Most of the maps and brochures were in German and not English. The quality of the bikes was less than expected. Far worse was the comedy of errors on the bike handover - no saddle bags, no repair kit, no pump, no apology. We only got the missing equipment at the end of the first day of riding. My thanks to the Tripsite Team, who did their best to intervene on our behalf.
In conclusion - don't let the negative comments stop you from booking this trip. I would however recommend to Tripsite to have a serious word with their local agents to prevent such mistakes in the future. And, yes, I'm already planning the next trip !!

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James Umpherson
September 29, 2012
Verified Reviewer

The Austrian people are friendly, helpful, and accommodating. We enjoyed the food, the scenery, the various communities, and the cycling. An awesome time.
If you do the trip, make sure to upgrade to the 4-star hotels. They are excellent, especially, the Holiday Inn in Salzburg,and the hotel in Mondsee. Both the service and support were superb.
There is a lot to see, experience, and take in. The cycling is challenging but fun. You traverse some nice locations with minimal road usage.
We will be back.

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Neil Blanks
9 years ago

Verified Reviewer

Just came back from an exceptional Salzburg Lakes holiday.
I'll start with the good - fantastic scenery (so green), friendly well-appointed hotels, not too difficult route (a few hills from time to time but appropriate for the "easy to moderate" level, well sign-posted. Even the continuous rain on the first day didn't dampen our spirits.
This was my second time with "Tripsite" (went to Provence, France two years ago) and I feel compelled to add a few negative comments by comparison. Most of the maps and brochures were in German and not English. The quality of the bikes was less than expected. Far worse was the comedy of errors on the bike handover - no saddle bags, no repair kit, no pump, no apology. We only got the missing equipment at the end of the first day of riding. My thanks to the Tripsite Team, who did their best to intervene on our behalf.
In conclusion - don't let the negative comments stop you from booking this trip. I would however recommend to Tripsite to have a serious word with their local agents to prevent such mistakes in the future. And, yes, I'm already planning the next trip !!

Sheila Riggs
3 years ago

Verified Reviewer

This started very badly with our reservation having gone missing. Our start day was on a weekend, making it even more challenging. Stress level was through the roof!
Local hotel staff was excellent at the Wyndham in Salzburg, ensuring that we got our room and also printed off the package that was supposed to have been left for us (vouchers). The next day we went to pick up our bikes…’sorry, your tour starts tomorrow’ , oh, today IS the 25th. Fortunately, bikes were found for us.

Off we trundled with minimal guidance from the mapping app…thank goodness one of our group had a European SIM card, so Google maps was a bit more helpful. It would be nice if the maps & book (that WE didn’t get) told us which bike path to follow clearly. We figured out we were basically following the R2…until we weren’t…

The hotels were generally great, if a bit off the beaten path. So, no wandering about in the towns after we had our Read More

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Salzburg & the 7 Lakes

Austria Bike Tours

A bike tour in Austria through a sparkling lake world

Overview

Highlights

Itinerary

Map

Hotels & Bikes

Bicycles

Men’s and women’s bicycles

Electric bicycle

Inclusions

What’s Included

What’s Not Included