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Austria to Italy Cycling Trip
- September 2019 Unforgettable Moments...
with From The Alps toThe adriatic Sea
Cycle without borders along the Alpe-Adria-Trail; from the eternal ice of the glacier at the foot of the majes c kitzsteinhorn through beau ful region of carianthia and all the way to the azure blue Adria c in Italy.
Wonderful natural spectacles, such as roaring waterfalls, rare animals and plants, warm gli ering lakes, babbling brooks and rushing rivers encourage you to take a pause. The gentle, sunny, mild climate is also part of the package. Pleasures from the crea ve Alps-Adria c cuisine smell temp ng along the way, served by friendly hosts who love to chat “from the kitchen”.
Go on a journey of discovery between idyllic swimming paradises and historical monuments of me. Art, culture and cuisine in abundance can be found on the Alpe-Adria cycle path, which leads from Zell-am-see over the Alps to Grado at the sea. DAY 1 Zell-Am-See KAPRUN 0 kms
Kaprun is a town southwest of Salzburg in the Austrian Alps. It sits at the foot of the Kitzsteinhorn G l a c i e r i n t h e H i g h Ta u e r n mountains.
Breathtaking cycle holidays in the midst of mul faceted natural surroundings, the glacier and Austrian culture. DAY 2 Mallnitz - – An Alpine Pearl 50 kms
It is situated in a high valley of the Hohe Tauern mountain range stretching southwards down to Obervellach on the Möll river.
Mallnitz is in the heart of a vast mountain pasture and the scenic mountain landscape and waterfalls that plunge over sky-high rock faces and deep and mysterious gorges gives mallnitz its name - “The Alpine Pearl”.
The proximity of the mountains, in combina on with excellent accessibility by public transport make this Mountaineering Village a popular holiday des na on. DAY 3 Millsta am See 50 kms
Ia er enjoying the White waters ra ing on the crystal- clear Möll river, we cycle to Millsta am See - a Small village in carinthia. Lake Millsta is adorned with the a ribute "The Jewel of Carinthia". Both for the local popula on and for the numerous visitors, the community offers a special charisma and magic. Nestled in a unique scenic backdrop, Millsta am See has a historically and culturally very interes ng past and an architecturally unique scenery. DAY 4 Villach 45 kms
Villach, lies near the fron ers with Italy and Slovenia in the heart of the countr y's mountainous south. Surrounded by spectacular mountain scenery - the Villacher Alpe to the west and the Karawanken chain to the south, together with the Julian Alps to the rear - the town a racts many visitors on their way to the Carinthian lakes for their thermal springs. The newest and most luxurious of Warmbad's spas is the Kärnten Therme Spa, a stunning state of the art facility that includes a large thermal swimming pool with a treatment complex, an open air pool with a sauna, a fun pool with numerous leisure facili es and slides, as well as a thermal pool. DAY
5 CARNIA 55 kms
Carnia is a beau ful village with gentle hills and enchan ng valleys. Discover the delights of Friuli's 'li le Sienna”, San Daniele, birthplace of DOP prosciu o. From the sweetest slopes of the hills, to the majes c peaks of the Friulian Dolomites Natural Park, the pleasure of discovery never ends, including waterfalls, canyons and high al tude lakes. Inhabited for thousands of years by a people that has never lost its pride, Carnia preserves among its mountains a peculiar cultural and religious heritage, represented by Roman archaeological remains and typical rural villages, small parishes and Cel c rite. among castles, vineyards and mills. DAY 6 Udine 50 kms
Udine is town with squares of Vene an charm and ancient buildings and tas ng of tajut wine. Let your gaze rest on red roofs and charming Vene an-style square Udine, an elegant and extremely lively city, from Piazza Libertà to Piazza Ma eo , surrounded by por coes and ancient palaces. The Castle, home to the Civic Museums, dominates the city from its hilltop; in the Cathedral you can admire masterpieces by Giamba sta Tiepolo. DAY 7 Grado 55 kms
Another Friulian surprise, the tasteful beach resort of Grado, 14km south of Aquileia, spreads along a narrow island backed by lagoons and is linked to the mainland by a causeway.
Grado is a ny island in north-east Italy surrounded by the Adria c Sea that is known as the Sunny or Golden Island. Grado is a halfway point between Venice and Triste where the beauty of nature and a rich history can be enjoyed along with the delights of a sublime beach and restora ve thermal treatments. www.kirangoradiaadventures.com
Returned home a er a fantas c once in a life me Cycling Experience from the Glacier in Austria to the Sea in Italy. Made new friends, learnt a lot from observing their friendship, open-heartedness, outgoing a tude and accomoda ng spirit of one and all. Thanks Kiran for a Fabulous and a Fantas c show. -Dr. Mukesh Desai
Itinerary - Austria to Italy 2019
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3 Day 4 Day 5 Day 6 Day 7 Day 8
Arrival At Munich Cycle to Mallnitz Rafting from Cycle to Villach Transfer to Cycle to udine. Cycle to Grado. Leave for your Morning and transfer to (Approx 50 Kms) Fiattach (Approx 45 Kms) Tarvisio (Approx 50 Kms) (Approx 55 Kms) Individual Kaprun to Destination Obervellach.
Check In at Hotel Arrival at Cycle to Millstatt Arrival at Villach Cycle from Arrival to Udine Arrival to Grado Afternoon Tauren Spa Mallnitz (Approx 50 Kms) & Tarvisio to & & & Check in Venzone / Check In Check In Check in carnia (Approx55 Kms)
Evening Relax In Kaprun / Enjoy town of Arrival at Millstatt Enjoy Kaernten Relax at Hotel Enjoy Town of Enjoy The Town Zell-am-see Mallnitz. & Therme Spa Udine. and Night Life Check In of Grado