Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District, Self- Guided Cycling Trip Notes
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Current as of: July 4, 2019 - 14:08 Valid for departures: From April 5, 2018 to December 31, 2019 Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District, Self- Guided Cycling Trip Notes Ways to Travel: Self-Guided 8 Days Land only Trip Code: Destinations: Spain Min age: 8 Leisurely / Moderate Programmes: Cycling C07SZ Trip Overview At a Glance 7 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of hotels 3 Days cycling All breakfasts and 2 evening meals Services of your local Headwater Representative GPS route directions and maps RideWithGPS navigation app High quality hybrid bikes Luggage transfers between hotels Countries visited: Spain Trip Highlights Start in Salzburg and finish on Lake Mondsee Excellent 4 star hotels, most with spas; warm, friendly hoteliers; lovely local cuisine Superb free day options - Salzburg and Hallstatt just two of the highlights Exceptional lakeside routes: swimming opportunities every day See three lakes in one easy day's cycling Is This Trip for You? Classification: Self-Guided Activity Level: 2 (Leisurely/moderate) Average daily distance on move on days: 28.6km ( 18 miles). No. of days cycling: 3 Terrain and route: The suggested cycling is mainly follows traffic-free lanes along shimmering lakes and through alpine villages. Vehicle Support: This is a self-guided trip for those who prefer to cycle independently, but with our assistance to take out the stress of the logistics and planning. We arrange your accommodations, provide you with a map and route notes so that you can cycle at your own pace. A representative will be there to meet you, make sure the bikes are all set up and will be on call throughout the trip should you need. It is important that you are happy reading maps and following route notes, we make these as accurate as possible and they are regularly checked. As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. There maybe others on the same departure date as you, but you will not be organised together. The route notes contain a 24-hour emergency assistance telephone number should you need it and in emergencies, the local representative is normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service. This shorter version of the holiday still packs the punches, beginning on the shores of Lake Mondsee, where the local church was the location of the famous wedding in The Sound of Music. Then it's on to Bad Ischl, perhaps the jewel in the crown of all the towns you visit en route. There is so much to do and see here, you might want to have extra nights. From Bad Ischl you cycle to the beautiful lakeside town of Strobl (from where you can visit fairytale Salzburg) before arriving back for your final night on the shore of Lake Mondsee. EXCELLENT CHOICE FOR Flora & fauna, art & history, swimming opportunities, vegetarian meals, solo travellers, couples, families, high peaks, lake & river routes Group As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. A local representative is on hand to assist you and will meet you at the beginning of the week to go through the route notes and point out particular places of interest. Your luggage is transferred and route notes and maps are provided. Please note: the walking and luggage transfers included in this tour are subject to a minimum of 2 people (in total) booked on the departure. A supplement (payable in advance) to cover these transfers and sole occupancy of a room will apply if only 1 person travelling on a departure date. Adult min age: 18 Child min age: 8 Child max age: 17 Itinerary Land Only Start City: Salzburg End City: Mondsee Land Only Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Salzburg Arrive in Salzburg, a Baroque jewel with a UNESCO-recognised historic centre and the birthplace of Mozart on the Salzach river. Staying at Markus Sittikus. Meals included: Breakfast Day 2 Salzburg to Mondsee Transfer to the Hotel Leitnerbrau in Mondsee and visit St Basilica before dinner (payable locally). Staying at Hotel Leitnerbrau. Meals included: Breakfast Day 3 Mondsee to Bad Ischl Follow the shore of Mondsee before joining Attersee, Austria's largest lake, at the pretty lakeside town of Unterach. Stop for lunch at the lake shore before continuing on, following the river Traun, into Bad Ischl. Staying at Hotel Goldener Ochs. Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 40 km / 25 miles Day 4 At Bad Ischl There is so much to do in Bad Ischl that you might want to add extra nights here! Visit the imperial spa, thermal salt baths, the Katrin cable car, the Siriuskogl viewing platform, museums and villas. Take a horse-drawn carriage ride, people-watch on the riverside esplanade or enjoy coffee and cake in the famous Zauner restaurant. Alternatively, cycle to the beautiful mountain lake of Hallstatt and visit the famous salt mines with their subterranean salt lake. Staying at Hotel Goldener Ochs. Meals included: Breakfast Day 5 Bad Ischl to Strobl Explore the Kaiservilla, Emperor Franz Josef's former holiday home, before setting off along the banks of the River Ischl. Sunlight sparkles on the water as you pass tiny shrines hidden in the pines below the Leonsberg and Bleckwand peaks. You could take an optional detour to visit historic St Wolfgang before arriving in Strobl. Staying at Hotel Bergrose. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner Distance covered: 17 km / 11 miles Day 6 At Strobl Spend the day in beautiful lakeside Strobl with its watersports, summer toboggan run and animal park. The popular beachfront is ideal for a cooling swim, or you could join a boat cruise on the lake. Staying at Hotel Bergrose. Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner Day 7 Strobl to Mondsee Keeping close to Wolfgangsee's southern shore, a level cycling track through a tiny nature reserve brings you to lovely St Gilgen. Visit the Mozart museum or take the cable car up Zwolferhorn for stunning 360 degree views. In the afternoon, continue along past Krottensee and coast downhill back to Lake Mondsee. Staying at Hotel Leitnerbrau. Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 29 km / 18.5 miles Day 8 Leave Mondsee Meals included: Breakfast Accommodation Hotels Our centrally-located hotels are extremely friendly and provide a wonderful contrast throughout your holiday. The Hotel Goldener Ochs boasts a prime location in Bad Ischl's town centre and features a spa, sauna, swimming pool and sun terraces with mountain panorama, whilst the Hotel Bergrose has a traditional feel, with wooden interior and Gothic script on the exterior. Where a single supplement is available, paying for a single only guarantees a room for single use. It does not always mean a twin or double room will be provided for sole occupancy. Single supplement from $249.55 USD Food & Transport Eating & Drinking All breakfasts and 2 evening meals. Austria is renowned for its wholesome, robust food and you will be thankful for this after a a day of walking. Typically, you will be set up for the day by a breakfast of cold meats and cheeses, along with the traditional bread, jam and coffee. Austrians tend to eat heartily at lunchtime and less in the evenings; you will be well catered for at dinner. Local specialities include Wiener schnitzel (breaded veal cutlet) and various stews of beef and pork. Dumplings, potatoes or noodles are all regular accompaniments along with vegetables in a style similar to English cooking. Desserts are often fruit based - such as Apfelstrudel - or cream pastries. Rehrucken is a traditional chocolate and almond cream cake On average Austrians, drink twice as much coffee as beer. There are many different types to choose from, particularly in the larger towns and cities and are often drunk in specialist coffee houses, known locally as a Kaffeehaus. It is often served in large cups and finished off with a healthy dose of whipped cream. Austrian wines tend to be sweet white varieties, similar to German Mosel wines. The three best-known areas for producing white wines are Krems, Klosterneuburg and Gumpoldskirchen. The main red wine producing area is Voslau. Of course Austria is better known for its beer and you will find a wide variety of local brews. The best known are Gösser and Augustiner Brau and come in light or dark forms. Weather & Seasonality Weather Information The weather here is comparatively stable, particularly during mid-summer. Temperatures are similar to those experienced in North America and rainfall although relatively low is possible throughout the year. Joining Instructions Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our office or your travel agent. Arrival Details Airport transfers are not included, inquire for details and prices for pre-booked transfers. Nearest arrival and departure airport is the Salzburg airport. Location start: Salzburg Location end: Mondsee What to Take Essential Equipment q p Waterproofs Warm jumper/fleece Suncream Water bottle (1 litre) you will be able to refill each day at the accommodation. Bringing Your Own Bike If you prefer the familiarity of your own bike, you may of course bring it along. Please advise us at the time of booking and you will receive a discount off the price of the holiday, as specified above. You will be responsible for any extra baggage charges, please speak to our Sales team for individual airline fees. Any clients bringing their own bike should ensure they have adequate cover for loss, damage or theft under their travel, home contents or a specialist insurance policy.