Wine Tasting Bike Tour

Location: Vienna, Austria

Starting From: €55.00

Tags: activity sightseeing tour wine tasting biking bike tours

Duration : 9 Hours

Our action-packed day-trips to the Wachau Valley are the perfect city getaway!

Enjoy a fun-filled day biking through vineyard surroundings, tasting Austrian wines at small, family-run wineries, feasting on a traditional wine tavern lunch and sampling the locally-made chocolates, jams, mustards and chutneys. Learn the unique methods of wine and schnapps production in this historic region, and master the art of wine appreciation in a laid back environment. Our engaging and professional guides guarantee a social, entertaining and educational day out. We pride ourselves on showing you the Wachau Valley like no other tour can!

Additional Information

The first part of the tour is a one hour bus ride to the Wachau Valley.

The Bus holds 18 persons so there is a maximum of passengers! be sure to check availablity.

Combine wine tasting with a bike tour on a day trip outside of Vienna
Enjoy open-air biking along an easy and well-surfaced route (max. 15km)
Small group environment ensures a fun and personal experience
Visit small, family-owned wineries.
Taste locally-made chocolate, schnapps, liquor, jam and mustard (including the famous -Apple Strudel- liqueur and -Rabbit Droppings- chocolate)
During free time, wander through castle ruins, explore the towns, or just relax at the wineries
Master the techniques of wine tasting in a laid back environment
Cycle through Austria's best and most celebrated wine region: the Wachau Valley
Swim in the River Danube, or play a game of beach volleyball or beach cricket
Hike through the castle ruins of Durnstein: once the prison of King Richard the Lionhearted
Hear the fascinating history of the region from experienced and engaging guides andTransport by air-conditioned bus
Full-day accompaniment by expert and fun guide
Tastings at all wineries(Minimum 3 wineries)
Chocolate, jam, chutney and mustard tasting
Schnapps & liquor tasting
Bike rental, helmets & rain ponchos
Tour operates in all weather conditions (rain ponchos provided; bus transportation possible in severe weather conditions).
Tandem bikes, child seats and kids bikes available on request.
Tour is also available for non-bikers. We are happy to accommodate any requests to take the tour without having to bike.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Traditional wine tavern lunch available for EUR 6, 50 (payable in cash directly). Lunch will be served in an outdoor setting at one of our partner wineries, with magnificent views of the River Danube. This traditional Austrian “Heurigenplatte” will include a broad selection of cold meats and cheeses, a variety of fresh spreads and patés, olives, pickles, fresh vegetables, potato salad, and locally baked breads and rolls. Dessert will include apricot roulade and fresh fruit.

Things To Bring

Sun protection: sunscreen, sunglasses & hat recommended
Camera (dont forget to charge your battery!)
Swimwear & towel - you will have a chance to play beach volleyball and swim in the River Danube
Warm clothing in case of cold weather, especially in May, September & October
Water - There will be opportunities along the way to refill or purchase bottles of water
We supply baskets for each bike to carry bags and personal items. There is also the option to leave items in our bus, as it will follow the group most of the day.

What to Wear:

Dress comfortably for a day of easy bikies

Inclusions

Transport by air-conditioned bus
Full-day accompaniment by expert and fun guide
Tastings at all wineries(Minimum 3 wineries)
Chocolate, jam, chutney and mustard tasting
Schnapps & liquor tasting
Bike rental, helmets & rain ponchos

Departs

09:30 AM Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. (Tuesday and Thursday on request only.)

Pickup/Departure

Tour meeting point at 9 :30 Am
Spittelau Train Station - to reach this station ,take subway(Metro)U6 or U 2 and get off at Spittelau. We meet in the main hall of the train station ,in front of a Bakery Strock