Alpe Adria Cycling Tour

Introduction
Northern Italy Italy
Your adventure starts at the source of the Drava River in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco. The river Drava accompanies you on the way to the East Austrian capital of Lienz. From here the tour takes you through Spittal an der Drau to Villach. Eventually, you will have to say goodbye to Austria, and cross the border back to Italy. To finish your holiday on a high note, you will enjoy a “slacker-day” at Grado, one of the most popular bathing resorts of Italy.
The mixture of cultures experienced along this route reflects itself also in the cuisine: Alpine-Austrian, Slovenian and Venetian influences characterise the gastronomic offer of the region.

The route from Hochpustertal to Villach mainly takes you alongside the river Drava and there are no steep inclines. The bicycle path is well marked. The route from Villach to Grado goes along bike paths or very quiet side roads, through small villages and picturesque landscape.

Accomodation

Accommodations
During this trip, nights are spent in different locations.

Description
Accommodations consist of a mixture of guesthouses as well as 3 and 4 star hotels offering private bedrooms with ensuite facilities.

Local tax
Some cities charge a tourist tax. These taxes are not included in the sale price of the tour and must be paid directly by you at check-in or check-out at the hotels.
This fee varies depending on the hotel category, the season and the number of days of stay. It is usually between 1 and 5 € per person per night.


Meals
All breakfasts are included.

Riding

Approx. 320-385km total

Rental bikes:
21-gears women‘s or men‘s bicycle
TOP bike (unisex model - male model on request)
E-bike (UNISEX bike, 500 W battery; range up to 100 km)

Itinerary

Sample Itinerary - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival in Hochpustertal (Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco)
Individual arrival at the hotel in Hochpustertal. Free, unguarded public car park near the hotel.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco

Day 2: Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco to Oberdrauburg
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 of Lienz. You continue from where the Isel flows into the Drava and carry on with the bike path to Oberdrauburg (“Perchten and Alm” museum and old mill) famous for its trout breeds.
Biking approx. 70-75 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Oberdrauburg

Day 3: Oberdrauburg to Spittal an der Drau
Today you cycle to Berg im Drautal and you will pass idyllic landscape and dreamy villages en route to Spittal an der Drau. Soon after leaving Berg im Drautal, you will reach Greifenburg, where a high rope course is located. There is also the possibility of taking a detour to lake Millstätter See for a quick swim or a short rest. Spittal an der Drau is famous for its comedies at Castle Porcia, one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Austria - worth a visit.
Biking approx. 55 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Spittal an der Drau

Day 4: Spittal an der Drau to Villach
The day's route takes you to Villach, the second largest town in Carinthia. Villach is not only famous 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 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.
Biking approx. 40 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Villach

Day 5: Villach to Moggio Udinese/Tolmezzo/Venzone
Following the river Gail you leave Villach behind and shortly after, you say goodbye to Austria and enter Italy. In the three-nation corner of Italy-Austria-Slovenia the valley Kanaltal is extending, whose centre constitutes the Italian border town of Tarvisio. Here Austrians, Slovenes, Friulians and Italians have been living together since hundreds of years, because all the three big European language families – Teutons, Romans and Slavs – join there. Tarvisio is a small city – surrounded by wide valleys and woods – with modern looks and an ancient soul, full of traditions. It is not only one of the most important mountain resorts of Friuli - Venezia Giulia, but it is also famous for its winter offers in this region. Continuing through the valley of Kanaltal you can admire the beauties of the Friuli-Alps-Region with unspoilt nature and vast, intact forests. If you want, you can shorten your trip by taking the train (ticket not included) to Ugovizza.
Biking approx. 85-90 km (shorter option approx. 40-55 km if taking the train)
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Moggio Udinese/Tolmezzo/Venzone

Day 6: Moggio Udinese/Tolmezzo/Venzone to Udine
The little city of Gemona which is located on the southern exit of the valley Kanaltal and on the foothills of the Julian Alps is one of the most beautiful historic towns of Friuli - Venezia Giulia. The view of the place is characterised by the majestic dome Santa Maria Assunta which is surely worth seeing. Wine defines today’s stage. Hills filled with grape-vines line your way and invite you to taste some.
Your destination for the day is Udine, a city affected by Venetian influences. Enjoy a cup of coffee on the Piazza or go for a stroll in the inner city to admire the great buildings of the late-gothic and renaissance era.
Biking approx. 60-70 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Udine

Day 7: Udine to Grado
Accompanied by a breeze of the Scirocco you pass reed-landscape and water channels to arrive at Grado, a historic city of fishermen and one of the most popular bathing resorts on the Adria.
Biking approx. 55 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Grado

Day 8: Departure
Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast

Rates and Dates for Alpe Adria Cycling Tour

Dates Note: Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax

Other Info
Meeting: Niederdorf/Villabassa or Toblach/Dobbiaco
Airport: Innsbruck
Transfer:

Climate:
                                                    Udine area