Austria Slovakia Vienna, Wine, Wind and Water Cycle Tour 2019 Individual Self-Guided 7 days/6 nights

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1 Austria Slovakia Vienna, Wine, Wind and Water Cycle Tour 2019 Individual Self-Guided 7 days/6 nights East of Vienna begins the fascinating landscape of the Pannonian Lowlands. The wonderful Donauauen Nature Reserve is host to one of the last primeval forests in Europe. You continue south in the direction of Lake Neusiedl, the Sea of Vienna. Gentle hills with vineyards, fields of reed and numerous small lakes with salty water surround this unique lake. Idyllic, typical villages with stork s nests can be found around the entire lake. This region offers the largest network of bike trails in Austria. It also houses a national park, where more than 250 different species of birds can be witnessed and observed. Enjoy the Puszta-Romance on a holiday in a national park, which has a mild climate until late fall, well equipped bike paths in a gorgeous picturesque landscape and incredible wildlife. Numerous swimming and leisure facilities are readily available. Lake Neusiedl is surrounded by winery villages, imposing castles and the historical Hungarian city of Sopron with its beautiful medieval city centre. After 4 days you will continue your travel to Bratislava, the Slovakian capital, with its charming city center and numerous sights.

2 Itinerary Day to Day Day 1: Vienna Individual arrival to Vienna. Day 2: Vienna - Petronell Carnuntum/surrounding area 46 km The Danube cycling path leads you on peaceful path through the National Park Donauauen through the former Roman city Petronell-Carnuntum until the health resort town Bad Deutsch Altenburg. The vineyards of Carnuntum offer you countless delights. Day 3: Petronell-Carnuntum/surrounding area Podersdorf 35 km You say Good Bye to the Danube and bike southwards in direction of Lake Neusiedl. Passing grain, sunflower fields and vineyards you will reach the Steppe lake with its unique flora and fauna. Day 4 and 5: Podersdorf ROUTING SUGGESTIONS: Lake Neusiedl bike path 50 km Along the bike path you ll find picturesque villages and quaint towns through slightly hilly landscapes until you arrive in Rust, The Village of the Storks. Return back to Podersdorf by ferry and enjoy the cozy warm shafts of the sunlight. Wine and Culture cycle path 43 km The wines from this region are very distinct and delicious. During your ride through the extensive vineyards and rolling hills you will enjoy the wonderful lake view. The castle of Halbturn is renowned and the most significant Baroque building in all of Burgenland. Maybe you ll see the coloured bee eaters which are breeding in sandy holes during the summer.

3 Day 4 and 5: Podersdorf ROUTING SUGGESTIONS: Lacken bike path 48 km "Lacken" (little lakes) are worth visiting. Most of them are less than 50 cm deep and partly consist of salt water. These "Lacken" are the reason for the variety of flora in this region. You will pass by swamps, reed fields and vineyards, where the grapes are acclaimed worldwide for high level wines. Today is also the perfect day for a side trip to the St. Martins Thermal bath one of Austria s most beautiful thermal baths. Day of rest Take a day to relax and regenerate. Enjoy the lake with its numerous leisure facilities, such as sailing, surfing or swimming. Joining the hotel s wellness area would be another option. Sopron/Hungary 60 km The ferry takes you to the southern town of festival Mörbisch. You continue cycling on to the Hungarian side of the lake and reach Sopron, which is located near the border. Sopron is a city that is rich of historical heritage and which has many sights to see. A special recommendation near the Austrian-Hungarian border is the winegrower house Raspi in the town of Fertöràkos. The menu card starts with fillets of lamb and presents lots of different, exquisite specialities. Cherry-Blossom bike path 43 km Start today s journey by ferry to the other side of the lake. You will be guided alongside vineyards and extensive cherry orchards. Wonderful views over the Hungarian Lowlands will be a reward for you after a few short uphill stretches on today s tour. Return by ferry back to Podersdorf. Day 6: Podersdorf - Bratislava 40 km Today you will leave the unique nature of this natural park and bike towards north back to the mighty river The Danube. Bratislava, today s capital of Slovakia and former coronation town of Hungary will enchant you. High above the Danube you can see the castle of Bratislava. Day 7: Bratislava - Vienna Extension in Bratislava or bus ride back to Vienna (included).

4 Route Technical Characteristics: Route Profile: Easy. The region is flat, cycling paths are well equipped. Upon entering and leaving cities there is, traffic that must be closely observed! Distance: 181 km Travel Dates: Arrival on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Arrival on Saturday only in Season 1. Season 1: April 13 - April 28 and October 4 - October 12, 2019 Season 2: April 29 - June 30 and August 26 - October 3, 2019 Season 3: July 1 August 25, 2019

5 Price per Person: Season 1 Season 2 Season 3 Double Occupancy B&B Single Room Supplement Half Board (in Vienna only breakfast) Rental Bike (7-speed bikes with back pedal brake or 21- speed bikes (Unisex)) All rental bikes are equipped with a pannier (saddle bag) and an odometer (except electric bikes). E-Bike Helmet (to be paid on spot) Extra Nights 4* Bratislava Double Occupancy Extra Nights 4* Bratislava Single Occupancy Extra Nights 4* Vienna Double Occupancy Extra Nights 4* Vienna Single Occupancy Reductions Child 0-6 years in extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults -100% Child 7-11 years in extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults -50% Child years in extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults -25% Person over 15 years in extra bed in double room with 2 full paying adults -10% *In Austria it is mandatory for children under 12 yrs to wear a helmet when on a bike. In Slovakia you must wear a helmet by law outside of city limits! Accommodation: In Vienna, Podersdorf and Bratislava 4* hotel, Petronell-Carnuntum surrounding 3* hotel Included: 6 nights in rooms with private facilities Breakfast or 5 x dinner (surcharge, Vienna breakfast only) Lake Neusiedl Card (ferries, museums and various entrance fees reduced or for free) Daily luggage transport up to hotel in Budapest (max. 2 pieces of luggage (max. 20kg/piece) with max. 30 kg/person) Return transfer by public bus from Bratislava to Vienna Service Hotline (also accessible on weekends) Handlebar bag with maps and information material per room

6 Bikes Our bicycles are modern and high stardard quality of KTM. We offer 28 Zoll Unisex tour bikes with deep comfort entrance. The bikes are equipped with a precious Shimano 7 gear hub with back pedal and caliper breaks or 21 derailleur gear with override, caliper breaks and robust wheels. Our bicycles are mostly not older than 3 years. Our bicycles are equipped with: 1 good sized, waterproofed pannier bag 1 handle bar bag repair kit air pump lock Electric bikes E-Bikes Pedelecs You will receive modern high quality E-Bikes of the brands Flyer/Kalkhoff and KTM with 8 gear hub, individual regulated use of support of pedal use, robust wheels and deep Unisex comfort entrance. The bikes have a strong Panasonic Pedelec mechanism and a strong licium ionen battery. The batteries lasts up to 70 kilometres, depending on sort of cycling, weight and routing. The more hills to go, the heavier the weight, the more accucapacity will be used. You can regulate range of the battery if you use less support at the beginning and raise it if needed. Batteries will be loaded with the battery recharger by night in your room. Assisting people in realizing their touring dreams worldwide is our passion. THIS IS A PARTNER TOUR FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT OK Cycle & Adventure Tours Inc. 666 Kirkwood Ave - Suite B102 Ottawa, Ontario Canada K1Z 5X9 Toll Free Local TICO Ontario Registration No: