From € 995
You will cycle from the eastern Dolomites through Austria and Slovenia, following rivers, alpine valleys and vineyard hills, before reaching the Adriatic coast and the historic city of Trieste. Three countries, ever-changing landscapes, and a spectacular finale by the sea.
8 days / 7 nights
Italy – Austria – Slovenia
Dolomites, Carinthia, Julian Alps, Friuli Venezia Giulia
Alta Pusteria (Villabassa / Dobbiaco) or Sillian
Trieste
• Cycle along the Drava and Gail rivers • Lake Bled and the Julian Alps • Isonzo Valley route • Collio wine region vineyards • Miramare Castle and Trieste
What type of trip is this? This is an individual cycling tour with organized logistics and luggage transport between accommodations. How long is the route? The itinerary covers approximately 305 to 360 km over 8 days, depending on selected variants. What accommodation is provided? Accommodation is in 3-star hotels and guesthouses, occasionally 4-star, in double rooms with private facilities and breakfast included. Is there luggage transport? Yes, luggage transport from hotel to hotel is included. Are bike rentals available? Yes, trekking bikes, TOP bikes and e-bikes are available for rental. Optional insurance for rental bikes can be added.
Day 1: Arrival in Alta Pusteria (Dobbiaco / Villabassa) or Sillian You will arrive individually in Alta Pusteria and settle into your hotel, surrounded by the peaks of the eastern Dolomites. Day 2: Alta Pusteria/Sillian – Oberdrauburg/Kötschach Mauthen (approx. 60–75 km) From the Dobbiaco saddle you will gently descend along the Drava River, crossing into Austria and reaching Lienz, the “City of the Sun”. You will continue towards Oberdrauburg, cycling beneath the silhouette of the Dolomites. Day 3: Oberdrauburg/Kötschach Mauthen – Feistritz/Tarvis (transfer + approx. 65 km) After a short transfer to Gailbergpass, you will ride along the Gailtal cycle path, passing forests, lakes and the warm waters of Lake Pressegger, before reaching Feistritz an der Gail. Day 4: Feistritz/Tarvis – Bled (approx. 55–65 km) You will pedal towards Italy and continue to Slovenia, riding past Kranjska Gora and through unspoiled countryside until you reach Lake Bled, where mountains reflect on its tranquil waters. Day 5: Bled – Cividale del Friuli (train + approx. 50 km) A train transfer will bring you to Most na Soci in the Isonzo Valley. You will cycle via Kobarid and descend along the Natisone valleys to Cividale del Friuli. Day 6: Cividale del Friuli – Gradisca d’Isonzo (approx. 35 km, or 65 km via Udine) You will ride through the vineyards of the Collio wine region before reaching the fortress town of Gradisca d’Isonzo. Day 7: Gradisca d’Isonzo – Trieste (approx. 40 km) You will climb onto the Karst plateau and descend towards the Adriatic Sea, passing Miramare Castle before arriving in Trieste. Day 8: Trieste, departure Individual departure or possibility to extend your stay.
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⭐️⭐️⭐️ ECONOMY: hotels 2-3*, guesthouses, Bed and Breakfasts
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ STANDARD: hotels 3-4*, Farmhouses, B&B
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ SUPERIOR: 4-5* and 3* superior hotels
CANCELLATION POLICIES
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Terms of cancellation: Non-refundable likeonabike platform fee: 100 € • More than 28 days before the departure date: 20% penalty of the total package • 27 to 14 days before the departure date: 30% penalty of the total package • 13 to 08 days before the departure date: 50% penalty of the total package • 07 to 0 days before the departure date: 100% penalty of the total package | EnglishGermanitalian |
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