A wonderful ride through an area of outstanding natural beauty - a perennial favourite!

	See some of Austria’s finest mountain scenery from two beautiful river valleys
	Easy-paced, relaxed  itinerary - ideal for families and occasional cyclists
	Excellent hotels, many with swimming pools, sports and leisure facilities
	Many diversions on rest days : summer skiing, tobogganing, hiking, rafting, cable car trips into high mountains
	Rich fauna and flora, including ibex and eagles and wonderful wild flowers
	Optional extra nights in beautiful Salzburg

You start this tour in the village of Krimml, high in the Hohe Tauern National Park, close to Europe’s highest waterfall which plunges 1,250 feet in three remarkable cascades. The cycling route follows the Salzach Valley on cycle paths through pine forests, picturesque villages and flower-strewn meadows.

As you near Kaprun the snow-capped peaks of Austria’s highest mountain range come into view – the Grossglockner at 12,400 feet is an awesome sight. The route continues along the lakeside through stylish Zell am See to Maria Alm, an attractive village at the foot of the imposing Steinernes Meer mountain range. The 9 night tour continues through a dramatic gorge to Lofer, your last base before the return transfer to Salzburg.

This is a superb tour offering quality hotels, leisurely cycling away from traffic, and an enticing range of activities when you’re not cycling. Remarkable scenery is guaranteed and ever-present.

Terrain & Distances
Generally flat or downhill. Itinerary is nearly all on village roads, dedicated tracks or cycle paths. On day 6 the section from Maishofen to Maria Alm has a few short ascents and descents. The cycling route is waymarked throughout and easy to follow.

Cycling distances: 16-21 miles (25-33km)

Climate
May to September offer ideal cycling conditions. High summer (July and August) can have an almost Mediterranean warmth and dryness with average daytime temperatures in the range 24-26°C (75-79°F). Rain is always a possibility but prolonged periods of rain are unlikely.