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- ★★★★★ Monique Rub
On our own. In the land of Castles and Beer
Vienna to Budapest 5-nights (Active)
Perhaps I had not done all my homework as my Zmom had just passed and we were in Rurope two weeks before this. We never received any hardcopy trip material. Emails told us not to print anything off / we’d get everything
Our Vienna contract was very helpful and gave us a printed guide book. We failed to download the routes which others found helpful. Local gps also came into play.
Hotels and booked dinners were all quite lovely.
My husband fell on the third day and bruised ribs so we rode in the luggage fan the next two days snd I doubled back on the paths for a few hours.
The ebike was extremely heavy - twice the weight of his ebike at home.We would recommend the experience to others but warn them to do their homework.
- ★★★★★ Angela Hampton
Tales From the Danube Cycle Path
Danube Cycle Path Passau – Budapest
This was the trip of our dreams and was so great, I had to write a book about it!
We had amazing sights along flat paths, delicious wine in wine country and met interesting people. Navigating from the app was a bit challenging and there may have been a corn field we found ourselves in in Hungary where the paths weren't as easy to follow. However, it all added to the adventure. BikeTours was easy to work with and I highly recommend them.- What was the date of your tour?
- July 2023
- How many tours have you completed?
- 5+
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia
- ★★★★★ Monty Willhite
Beautiful Ride
Innsbruck to Lake Garda Across the Southern Slopes of the Alps
Discovered that a self guided bike tour is an excellent way to see and enjoy the country. Hope to do many more.
- ★★★★★ Tina
Super Fun Bike Tour
Vienna to Budapest (Classic)
This was a great tour. All of the details were handled very smoothly. Sandy took care of the luggage transfer with no problems. We enjoyed the towns and hotels that we visited. All of the meals were delicious. We usually don’t purchase dinners through the tour but in this case we were glad that we did because we got several evenings of authentic Hungarian meals. The bikes we rented were great for the terrain we cycled on. We will happily book other bike tours with this company.
- ★★★★★ Kenny S
Great trip and Great Route
Tauern Bike Path (Salzburg-Salzburg)
A little rough at the beginning since the communication with the local tour group was non-existent (not boketours.com fault). Some hockups with the initial the baggage transportation and bike lock. However, everything else went flawlessly. It was wonderful doing this route and just showing up to the next hotel with our bags already there. Absolutely beautiful route the entire time and the accomodations were very nice.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria
- ★★★★★ diane w
Joyful cycling and great views
Innsbruck to Salzburg: Through the Alps Along River Cycle Trails
One of the surprising bonuses of this trip was getting a feel for Austrian country life. The landscapes we cycled through had plenty of stellar views. But they also felt authentic in the sense that we were sharing space with rural working families and close-knit communities. Austrians in this region appear to be masters at integrating country roads, cycle paths, rivers, agricultural fields, lumber yards, clusters of rural homes, town centers (with the iconic long-steepled church), parks and other family-friendly spaces – all not far from a view of the Alps. The extra side trips to Krimmerl Falls, Lamprechtshöhle Cave and Seisenbergklamm and Vorderkaserklamm Gorges were especially worthwhile. (After quite a bit of puzzled searching, we realized it would have been helpful to have better directions to Seisenbergklamm.)
Generally we stayed on track with the GPX file maps mounted on our handlebars; occasionally a combo of other navigational tools came in handy: Google Maps, asking for directions, and/or trying to use the very detailed booklet with hardcopy maps and written directions, although this latter was not handy to do as we were cycling.
Also, it would have been super helpful to know beforehand that we needed to choose and upload a phone app that is able to read the GPX files – and then to more efficiently get the maps uploaded to our phone. (Three years ago, BikeTours simply gave us a link to the map files, so this new routine was unfamiliar to us, and we spent too much time in our Innsbruck hotel trying to figure it out.)
The only day that we were thrown royally off schedule was the very first cycling day. We ended up following the GPX map to the very end destination, which took us many kilometers past our target hotel, some of it up a steep mountain, only to find out that our lodging was not there at all. We had to backtrack a long ways. When we called the local guide to ask about this (not wanting to repeat the experience on subsequent days), he mentioned that we needed to pay attention to the booklet directions. There was a note in there about some of the lodging destinations coming before the end of the given day’s GPX route. However, many of the BikeTours reviews for this tour gave the advice to use the GPX directions rather than the guidebook because they are much easier to follow while cycling. We agree.
In the future, it would be handy to have a separate, clearly-worded, simpler document for each day that gives a good overview (clearer than in the booklet) and that offers reminders about what to expect that day. For ex., “Today you have the option to visit … Here are some pointers for locating these optional destinations … Be aware that your lodging may come well before the end of the GPS route; you may want to enter your lodging address into Google Maps to determine where your end point for the route is today. Etc.) SHOW MORE
Luggage transfer was always well-organized and all of the accommodations were pleasant, except at Hotel Zillertal. Beautiful views from the lodging, but the staff seemed overworked. (For ex., one individual was manning the restaurant, bar, cash register, and front desk check-in, and he was understandably exhausted and done with tourists.) In contrast, we especially remember the family-run Gästehaus Waltl, where we were welcomed with such genuine kindness and generosity.
We were glad for the layover day. Zell am See felt a bit too upscale touristy for our taste, and we maybe would have preferred one of the smaller towns in the area for our rest day. But the activity options still make it a logical location for most people.
We very much enjoyed exploring both Innsbruck and Salzburg on each end of the trip. The young woman who set up our bike rental in Innsbruck was super helpful and patient. She familiarized us with the equipment and supplied us with some extra tools such as the phone attachment for the handlebar.
After the tour, we rented a car to explore the Salzkammergut Lake District for a couple of days, just outside of Salzburg. Beautiful! Side note: We were scammed in a major way by Sixt Rent-a-Car after we returned our rental, so we would recommend looking at other rental options. (You can see more details, if desired, in our Google review for Sixt in Salzburg.)
This was our second self-guided tour with BikeTours, where I rented an e-bike (I like to stop and take photos) and my cyclist husband rented a regular road bike. This arrangement works well for us. We are both active in our sixth decade, and this tour was a good blend of cultural exploration, wholesome exercise, and memorable views.As was the case on our cycling tour three years ago, we leave with tremendous respect for the countries who provide safe and (very often) scenic trails, roadway passage, and clear signage for cyclists.
SHOW LESS- What was the date of your tour?
- Sept 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 2
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria
- ★★★★★ Christa S.
Amazing tour!
Vienna to Budapest (Classic)
My friends and I had a great time on this tour. Hotels were in the perfect locations to explore each city. Can’t wait to do another bike tour!
- ★★★★★ Tim H
Enjoyable, but not one of the best
Lake Constance Bicycle Path
This was our 8th or 9th bike tour in Europe, most booked thru Biketours.com. They always do a great job with a a shout out to Taylor, who is asked responsive. We enjoyed the tour, but compared to others, It fella bit flat in some areas. Lake Constance was beautiful, hotels (category K) were great, but the paths were not as interesting as we’ve experienced on other tours. Although we had nice views of the lake most of the time, some of the paths were they more industrial zones and railroad tracks. Not bad, but not 5 star.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 25, 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 8-9
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany, Switzerland
- ★★★★★ Tom A,
Lake Bike Tour
Lake Constance Bicycle Path
The tour was very well organized. The lake was very low due to a lack of rain, so probably not as scenic as it would otherwise have been. The hotels in Switzerland were very pedestrian and should definitely be upgraded. Also, the bags didnt always arrive timely when we got to the hotels in the afternoons. Apart from that, we enjoyed the trip and it went very smoothly.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat easier
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany, Switzerland
- ★★★★★ Jo C
Definitely Recommended
Prague to Vienna via Cesky Krumlov
The small towns in the Czech Republic were beautiful. This tour was a great way to experience them. We had e-bikes and the milage was very enjoyable. Many sections of the ride were through forests.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Czech Republic
- ★★★★★ Susan B
Great cycling trip!
Vienna to Budapest (Classic)
The classic tour from Vienna to Budapest exceeded our expectations. We had a lovely stretch of weather, warm with no rain, so the riding was easy and pleasant. The small towns were delightful, especially Gyor, and every hotel was comfortable.
The bikes were sturdy but lightweight, easy to ride and control.
Power banks were needed every day to maintain the provided navigation. - ★★★★★ Maria B.
Beautiful scenery, excellent cycling, great diversity in terrain
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
Absolutely loved this trip. A true From-the-mountains-to-the-sea adventure with a wonderful mix of scenery and cycling terrain. First two days were mostly along riverside cycle routes through lovely Austrian countryside with mountains as a constant companion. Next two days were a mix of roads and paths from Austria to Slovenia and back to Italy. These were the two more physically challenging days but the landscape was just enchanting. Last two days through Italy had some gravel riding through vineyards and a breathtaking road along the Adriatic into Trieste. I'm glad we just did the one night in Lake Bled. The lake itself is beautiful but the town is very touristy. I much preferred having time in Cividale del Friuli, which was very charming!
I'm middle aged and in decent shape. I normally ride an e-bike back home for commuting but opted for a non e-bike for this trip. I was worried that the inclines and distances would be too difficult but I managed to do all the riding (except for one or two steep sections) without a problem, just the right amount of challenging.
The hotels were comfortable, some more than others, but all were in a good location and had excellent breakfasts. One day our luggage arrived quite late, around 6:30pm, but usually the luggage was there when we arrived.
The app did use battery quickly as others said. Bring a power bank and/or plan to share navigating duties. Besides that, the app worked decently well. Sometimes the map was off but it was easy enough to figure out what was supposed to happen.
This trip has two transfers, one by van over a challenging mountain pass after Day 1, and another by train in Slovenia. For both transfers, the timing was actually different than what the app stated. We were informed of the change with a slip of paper, which would've been easy to misplace or not catch.
I got a flat on the last day. After "patching" the tube with the tire foam they provided, they directed us to a bike shop to have the tube properly replaced, and then I was reimbursed for that expense. The bike shop was a bit out of the way and I probably would've preferred just replacing the tube myself. Perhaps bring a spare tube with you in case this happens.
Looking forward to my next bike tour!
- ★★★★★ Deidra Goodacre
Fab 4 Bike trip
Vienna to Budapest (Classic)
We had a wonderful time biking the Danube from Vienna to Budapest. The accommodations were great and the app was easy to follow. The bikes were very comfortable with soft seats and fairly upright so no wrist or neck issues. Our group of four ladies was a perfect amount of people to travel with. I would encourage anyone who can bike to do this trip.
- ★★★★★ Brian T
Amazing fun family trip
Lake Constance Bicycle Path
Wife and I went with two teenagers. We all enjoy physical activity and seeing new things. This was a wonderful fit for us. We really enjoyed the biking and exercise and getting to our next hotel and town to enjoy amazing accommodations and sites. We (me) opted for going old school without e-bikes, foot power only. It all worked out but there are some hills and a few steep inclines along the way and one or two days of longer miles. Paying extra for the e-bike would have been good in hindsight, at least for my wife. It allows you some more time at sites along the way or at destination town to explore.
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Germany, Switzerland
- ★★★★★ Patty L.
Octopedalers GiveThumbs Up!
Danube Bike Path 7 Nights (Classic)
A gorgeous, scenic Bike Tour with excellent accommodations and great food! The path is as they say, flat and paved, though there are a few ups and downs when going in and out of the towns. Highly recommend!
- ★★★★★ Doug G
One of my best tours ever!
Tauern Bike Path (Salzburg-Salzburg)
This was a self-guided tour. Bikes provided. Bikes were of good construction, 20spd disc brakes and mostly sufficient. We had to walk up hills a few times although the vast majority of the route was along the river or riding downhill. However you will want to train for this ride and it is not for beginners unless you go electric. Highlights were the constant incredible views, cute Austrian villages with delicious bakeries. Flowers on the homes were extraordinary and the hotel accommodations and food were top notch!
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- More than 10 but first with bike tours.com
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria
- ★★★★★ Karen C
A wonderful introduction to the Dolomites region
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
Before this trip, I didn’t realize you could cross national borders of Italy, Austria, Slovenia with no hassle by bike. It was pretty awesome to be in and out of 3 countries in one day of this tour. To whoever rated the scenery of this trip as 3 out of 5, they need to get their goggles checked because it was stunning when we went mid September. The weather was a bit chilly and foggy in the morning when we started our trip in the mountains, but by the time we ended up closer to Trieste, it was closer to summery.
If you fly into VCE, make sure you arrive before 2pm to be able to make the one Cortina express bus that will go to Dobbiaco each day! I made the mistake of a cheaper flight that arrived later at 7pm and got stuck paying extra money to stay in Venice overnight and paid for the extra night in Dobbiaco for nothing and couldn’t get a refund because it was a double occupancy and my roommate would be using the room.
My only complaint was with the “upgraded” gravel bike and pannier provided by the local tour company Fun Active Tours. I was not present upon pickup day to contest this with the company, so my group member got my bike on my behalf. The seatpost literally had to be cut to accommodate my 5’2” stature, so it was lucky that her bike seatpost was also too tall for her and she caught the issue on my bike by proxy.
Once I was present to see my “upgraded” gravel bike, there were a couple issues off the bat:
1. the two bottle cages were setup in the wrong bolt holes so that if you had a bottle in one cage, it would negate the other cage. Total rookie bike shop mistake that should have been spotted right away.
2. the rear rack pannier bag clips were setup in a very specific position that was not correct for the rack on my bike. Another bike shop mistake that should have been corrected for pickup.
3. The air pressure on the bike was way below the recommended amount listed on the sidewall of the tires 50 PSI and was discovered after a cursory hand squeeze - this is literally bike ABC’s and also should have been topped off for pickup. Thank god Fun Active had a place in Dobbiaco to go for air because after that there was no bike pump at any of the hotels to check on the air pressure until day 6 in Gradisca d’Isonzo / Hotel Franz which was a legit bike hotel with a repair tool stand and tool setup.
4. There was a klick fix front bag mounted to the handle bars that completely crimped the front cabling underneath
- ★★★★★ Rebecca
Gorgeous scenery
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
My friends and I had a great time on this tour. The scenery was wonderful and the route was interesting. We especially enjoyed our time in Slovenia. The weather in mid-September was very good. Overall the tour logistics went smoothly, with just a few small issues (one area where navigation was confusing, one delayed bus/train transfer, and one delayed luggage transfer). The hotels were generally good, with very good breakfasts. We arrived a day early to hike Tre Cime di Lavaredo, which I would recommend. We also hiked the Vintgar Gorge near Bled. The "long route" via Udine was worth the extra miles. On the last day we took the coastal route, which did have some traffic but I found that it was worth it for the views and the stop at Miramare Castle.
- ★★★★★ Maggie Stapleton
Fabulous trip full of variety!
Dolomites to Trieste via Lake Bled at the Foot of the Julian Alps
We chose this trip partially due to the high star rating (and quantity) of the reviews, and I'm happy to report it lived up to the hype.
We began in the picturesque, mountainous town of Dobbiaco in the Dolomites and booked an extra night at the beginning of the trip in order to take a bus to do the Tre Cime Hike before starting the bike tour. Once the biking began, we rode our way through beautiful valleys (2 almost entirely flat days in Austria!) with stunning views all around. Getting into Slovenia was hillier, but rewarding. us with some of the most beautiful water in Slovenia. We did the 1-night Bled stay, and maximized our activities by booking a 3:20pm entry into the Vintgar Gorge, which was easy to get to directly from our bike route. After we left Slovenia, we were in Italy for the remainder of the trip and enjoyed more great variety of scenery (farmlands) with moderate elevation gain and took the coastal route into Trieste, enjoying the views of the Adriatic as we concluded the trip.
Main positive notes:
1) Overall, the FunActive App worked very well for navigation and the FunActive support phone number came in very handy when 2 people in my group got flat tires. I called and they immediately sent Google Map pins to the closest bike shops on our route, and offered reimbursement up to 35 euros for the repairs.
2) The hotels varied in quality and character, but were all very comfortable/hospitable with kind staff and provided excellent breakfasts.
3) Most people in my group requested (in advance) to rent gravel bikes and we found it to be well worth the extra charge, as the route does have some gravel sections. The bikes handled very well on the road and off. This tour is well-suited for intermediate cyclists to do on non-e-bikes, and seemed great for less-experienced cyclists to do on e-bikes.
4) The scenery was rarely less than stunning, even when the weather was cloudy!
A few cautionary points:
1) The amount of information (documents, info in the app, personal itinerary) sent to us prior to the tour was a little overwhelming and had some conflicting information (e.g. # of bags allowed per person for the daily luggage transfer, day/time for transfer points). Be sure to read everything carefully and ask questions to your BikeTours.com representative to clarify any discrepancies.
2) The FunActive staff was satisfactory when we picked up the bikes to help us get set up, but they did not go above and beyond with additional requests (e.g. to install SPD pedals that we brought; swap out saddles more comfortable ones).
3) This was my first time doing a tour which included transfers over mountain passes (Oberdrauberg Pass on Day 1, and from Bled to Most na Soci on Day 4). These were much appreciated to save energy and prevent some potentially dangerous riding, but it did require extra attention to our timing and schedule to make sure we were not late for the shuttles. SHOW MORE
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Italy, Slovenia, Austria
- ★★★★★ Heidi Ward
An unforgettable bike trip through Czechia and Austria
Prague to Vienna via Cesky Krumlov
We had such a wonderful experience on this trip. Riding from Prague through the Czech countryside, along the former Iron Curtain, through wine country, and eventually into Austria was an incredible way to see this part of Europe.
The route was beautiful and gave us a mix of history, small villages, castles, countryside, and places we never would have experienced traveling by car. We especially loved having the freedom to ride at our own pace and explore along the way.
Communication and organization were very good, and when we needed help, we felt supported. Our bikes worked well and the daily routes were manageable while still feeling like a real adventure.
Some of the accommodations were definitely more basic than others, and there were a few we would not choose again, but overall that didn’t take away from how special the trip was.
This ended up being one of those trips we’ll talk about for years. If you enjoy cycling, history, beautiful countryside, and traveling a little differently, I would absolutely recommend it.
- What was the date of your tour?
- September 2026
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat harder
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
- Countries included in this tour?
- Austria, Czech Republic
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