ideal for families and beginners From the Dolomites to Klagenfurt Self-guided tour approx. 255 km 8 days / 7 nights

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1 DRAVA/DRAU CYCLE PATH ideal for families and beginners From the Dolomites to Klagenfurt Self-guided tour approx. 255 km 8 days / 7 nights Description Undoubtedly, the Drau Bicycle Path is one of the most spectacular bicycle routes in Europe and has been classified in 2016 from ADFC as 5-star-quality-route. The part from Hochpustertal/Alta Val Pusteria to Klagenfurt is especially suitable for families and novice cyclists. The cycle path starts at the source of the Drava River in Toblach/ Dobbiaco. This is the place where Gustav Mahler, the composer, found most of his inspiration. The River Drava accompanies you on the way to the East Austrian capital of Lienz. From here the tour takes you through Spittal and Villach to Klagenfurt. On the way you will encounter several lakes where you can have a refreshing bath. Or you just enjoy the sun on the banks of the Millstätter, Ossiacher, Faaker or Wörther Lakes. Characteristics of the route Easy tour. This tour is ideal for beginners and families. The route mainly takes you alongside the river Drau and there are no steep inclines. The bicycle path is well marked. FUNActive Tours GmbH Bahnhofstraße Toblach (BZ) Italien Tel.: office@funactive.info

2 A day by day account of the route Day 1: Arrival in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco Starting point: the north-eastern Dolomites; Day 2: to Lienz (approx. 50 km) Wichtelpark, Loacker World of Goodness, petting zoo; Day 3: to Berg im Drautal (approx. 35 km) Museum Aguntum, outdoor swimming pool; Day 4: to Spittal an der Drau/surroundings (approx. 45 km) Lake Millstätter, Greifenburg, Castle Porcia; Day 5: to Villach (approx. 40 km) Castel Landskron and eagle show; Day 6: Villach - Lake Ossiacher round trip - V. (approx. 45 km) The clear warm water invites you to stop at Lake Ossiacher; Day 7: to Villach - Wörthersee - Klagenfurt (approx. 40 km) Minimundus, Reptile Zoo Happ, Planetarium Klagenfurt; Day 8: Departure Individual departure or extension of your stay ;

3 detailed routing Day 1: Arrival in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbico Individual arrival at the hotel in Villabassa/Dobbiaco. Free, unguarded public car park near the hotel. For those arriving earlier, it is well worth cycling into the valley Höhlensteintal to visit lake Toblacher See. The brave among you can go to the Adventure Park in Dobbiaco to climb the high rope course. It is also possible to visit the Gustav Mahler Wild Animal Park. Day 2: Villabassa/Dobbiaco Lienz (approx. 50 km) Starting in Villabassa or Dobbiaco you cycle along the bike path to San Candido and then on to Sillian. Afterwards the cycling path runs downhill all the way to the sunny Austrian town Lienz. Attractions for the whole family: - Wichtelpark in Sillian, one of the most beautiful play grounds of the Hochpustertal - Loacker World of Goodness and Moccaria in Heinfels - Galitzenklamm, a waterfall with an adventure park for the whole family - Alpine Coaster Osttirodler in Lienz - Petting zoo near the station of the Osttirodler Day 3: Lienz - Berg im Drautal (approx. 35 km) You leave from where the Isel flows into the Drau and carry on with the bike path to Oberdrauburg ( Perchten and Alm museum and old mill) and then to Berg. This was once an important Roman Trade Route. Attractions: - Roman city and museum Aguntum, located about 5 km after Lienz - Outdoor swimming pool in Berg Advice: The hotel (Ferienpark Putz) is a point of sale for the Kärnten-Card (not included in the package price), a card that provides you several advantages, as for example different entry fees (Folk culture museum in Spittal, boat trips, Monkey- Mountain in Villach and many more). With this card you are also granted a 50% discount on public means of transport in Carinthia. Day 4: Berg im Drautal Spittal an der Drau/ surroundings (approx. 45 km) From Berg you pass through idyllic landscape and dreamy villages en route to Spittal/Drau. Soon after leaving Berg you will reach Greifenburg, where a high rope course is located. There is also the possibility of taking a detour to lake Millstättersee for a quick swim or a short rest. Spittal is famous for its comedies at Castle Porcia, one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Austria to visit. Day 5: Spittal an der Drau/surroundings Villach (approx. 40 km) This day takes you to Villach, the second largest town in Carinthia. Villach is not only well known for its carnival adventures, but also for its fair. There are also many interesting places to visit. Enjoy a trip to the local lakes Ossiacher See and/or Faaker See. If you should still have plenty of time we recommend visiting castle Landskron with its eagle show and/or the nearby Monkey Mountain with 145 Japanese Macaques that move freely in the whole park. Day 6: Villach - Lake Ossiach round trip - Villach (approx. 45 km) Follow the river Seebach out of Villach and shortly afterwards, the ruin of Landskron castle will appear reigning regally over the countryside. Shortly afterwards you will reach lake Ossiacher See which lies idyllically amid the mountains. The clear warm water invites you to stop and have a swim before returning to Villach. Day 7: Villach - Wörthersee Klagenfurt (approx. 40 km) For the first few kilometres, follow the Drau through the countryside that has kept its naturalness. After reaching the famous lake Wörthersee, there is plenty of fun for the entire family; sandy beaches, boats for hire and trips around the lake. In the evening, enjoy a walk around the romantic old town and discover its southern charm. Other possibilities: - Minimundus, the miniature world at lake Wörthersee - Reptile Zoo Happ, Austria s largest reptile zoo - Planetarium Klagenfurt Day 8: Departure Individual departure or extension of your stay. starting dates 2018 arrival every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday 06/05/2018 (first available date) to 30/09/2018 (last available date) exception Sunday 08/07 (no start possible on 06/07 and 07/07) non schedule arrival dates minimum of 5 persons upon request

4 General information Classification of the cycle-tour: Self-guided tour Duration: 8 days 7 nights Distance: approx. 255 km Starting point: Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco Accommodation: in hotels and guesthouses - 3***category Attention: Tourist tax if requested - has to be paid directly on the spot. Parking: Free unattended parking facilities for the duration of the bicycle tour at a nearby public parking area Arrival: By car By car on the motorway Brenner/Brennero (A22) to Brixen/Bressanone take the exit Vahrn/Varna, then along the valley Pustertal/Valle Pusteria (SS49) to Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco, depending on the location of your hotel or drive along the Felbertauernstraße to Lienz in Eastern Tyrol (Austria) and then further into Italy through the valley Pustertal/Valle Pusteria to Toblach/Dobbiaco or Niederdorf/Villabassa, depending on the location of your hotel. By train Take the train from Innsbruck over the Brenner/Brennero to Franzensfeste/Fortezza. Change trains for the valley Pustertal/Valle Pusteria - Lienz and get off either at Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco depending on the location of your hotel Timetable available on By plane Low cost flights are available to Innsbruck airport, Sant Angelo - Antonio Canova airport in Treviso and/or to the Marco Polo airport in Venice On request, we can organise transfers from the airport to the starting point of the cycle tour Transfer every Saturday (in June, July and August even on Wednesday) by shuttle bus from Venice mainland/mestre to Toblach/Dobbiaco or Niederdorf/Villabassa at a price of p. p. (bicycle included reservation and payment upon booking). Transfers: Klagenfurt > Villabassa/Dobbiaco every Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday p. p. (bicycle included) reservation and payment upon booking. Alternative Good train connections from Klagenfurt over Villach/Lienz to Toblach/Dobbiaco or Niederdorf/Villabassa at a price of approx per person (limited availability for bicycles on the trains).. Rental bikes: 21-gear women s or men s bicycle 7-gear unisex bicycle with back pedal Electro bike (unisex bike) Children s bike, children s bike seat, kid-van and trailer are available on request Included services Accommodation in hotels or guesthouses -3***star category Breakfast buffet or full breakfast If you have booked half board: minimum of 3 course evening meal Personal tour information Luggage transfer from hotel to hotel Well planned routes Detailed documents (maps, route description, places of interest, important telephone numbers) Telephone service hotline for during the entire tour non Included services Arrival to the starting point of the tour Departure at the end of the tour Drinks and all extras Lunch Dinner, if not booked half board Not mentioned entries Rental bikes Travel insurance All not expressly mentioned under the item Included services

5 prices 2018 Self-guided tour Package price per person in a double room with breakfast arrival date 06/05 and 30/09/ Package price per person in a double room with breakfast Single room surcharge per person High season* surcharge per person Half board surcharge per person ***Reduction children up to the 6th birthday, with breakfast (different services and extras to be paid directly in the hotel): 100% ***Reduction for children from 6 years to the 12th birthday; with breakfast: 50% *** Reduction for children from 12 years to the 15th birthday; with breakfast: 25% ***Reduction for extra beds in a double room and for children from 15 years and adults 10% Additional services Rental bike Children bicycles (for children up to 12) Trailers, trail-a-bikes Rear child seat Electro Bike Extra nights in Villabassa/Dobbiaco (Hotel 3*-category) Per person and night in a double room with breakfast- in April/May/October Per person and night in a double room with breakfast in June/from August, 19th/September Per person and night in a double room with breakfast in July/until August, 3rd (incl.) Per person and night in a double room with breakfast from August, 4th to 18th (incl.) Surcharge single room per night Extra nights in Villabassa/Dobbiaco (Hotel 4*-category) Per person and night in a double room with breakfast- in April/May/October Per person and night in a double room with breakfast in June/from August, 19th/September Per person and night in a double room with breakfast in July/until August, 3rd (incl.) Per person and night in a double room with breakfast from August, 4th to 18th (incl.) Surcharge single room per night Extra nights in Klagenfurt (Hotel 3*-category) Per person and night in a double room with breakfast Surcharge single room per night Extra nights in Klagenfurt (Hotel 4*-category) Per person and night in a double room with breakfast Surcharge single room per night * High season: arrival date from 23/06/2018 to 08/09/2018 (incl.) ** Half board can be booked for children from 6 years. Meals and other extras for children under the age of can be booked and paid directly in the hotel. *** The reduction in cost applies for a third and fourth bed in a room when sharing with two full paying adults. The reduction only applies to the package price (including breakfast) and cannot be used in conjunction with any additional services.