As the gateway to either side of Europe, an activity holiday in Austria provides endless opportunities for exploring.
The last Ice Age left a wonderful legacy for visitors to Austria. Towering peaks, broad, flat-bottomed valley floors and beautiful lakelands help to entice individuals from all over the globe.
In addition to its unparalleled hospitality, architectural beauty and famous artwork, sweet-toothed visitors will have the opportunity to get stuck in to the sumptuous confectionery on offer, while history lovers will be able to learn about Austria's impressive past.
During our walking tours here at Headwater, you can expect to take gentle routes past tiny hamlets of gorgeous frescoed houses and onion-domed churches, which are set against a dramatic backdrop of rocky mountains.
After a bit more of a climb, you will get the chance to follow Alpine paths with magnificent views of the jagged snow-capped mountain ranges all around. Our Walking in Austria's Lake District will introduce you to crystal-clear lakes, babbling streams and tranquil shores, all before you settle down and relax in our carefully-selected hotels.
For cyclists - and those looking for a relaxed activity holiday in Austria - our trips offer spectacular views, gentle shoreline routes and lots of swimming opportunities. During your rest days, you can look forward to going out on a boat, riding a cable car and witnessing fairytale cities. No matter whether you'd like to cycle along the Danube from Passau to Vienna or see the highlights of Lake Constance by bike, we have something for everyone.
If you think you have found the ideal activity holiday in Austria, ensure that you click on the appropriate 'View Holiday' button for full holiday details. As flights to Austria are only a couple of hours, you'll be out and about enjoying your trip in no time. If you have any questions about how to add flights to your trip, don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.
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Enjoy meandering rides along the Danube river and through 3 iconic cities - from Vienna in Austria, through Bratislava in Slovakia and on to Budapest in Hungary. The cycling is mostly along the river through small villages and nature reserves but the real highlights are some of the stunning architecture to be seen in the cities.
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A glorious mix of spectacular scenic views, wooded forest trails and picture-perfect 'chocolate box' villages await as you pass crystal-clear lakes, babbling streams and secluded bays.
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Stay in a luxury 4-star hotel with a top-of-the-range wellness centre and choose from a host of activities: walking, cycling (route notes for both provided), water sports, boat trips, and ice caves. Complimentary Headwater bikes are included for the duration of your stay.
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With over 250km of gentle cycling trails - plus the option to hop on/off the local train (with your bike) - this region is perfect for exploring by bike. You'll visit Baroque churches, Gothic cathedrals, fairytale palaces - and the views are pretty special too!
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Discover the lakes and rivers of the Salzkammergut region of Austria on a self-guided cycling tour from your base at the family-run Hotel Goiserer Muhle in Bad Goisern. Explore the Imperial city of Bad Ischl and the World Heritage area around Lake Hallstatt and marvel at the surrounding landscape of peaks, lakes and rivers.
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Leutasch is a real winter wonderland with horse-drawn sleighs, tobogganing, winter walking and cross-country skiing. Our 7 night stay is at the luxury, family run Hotel Hubertushof in the Leutasch Valley.
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Follow the curves and bends of the Danube as it flows through steep-sided valleys and wide riverside woods towards beautiful Vienna. The densely wooded slopes and ravine forests help to create the setting for one of the most significant river landscapes of Central Europe; with the largely flat landscape perfectly suited to self-guided cycling. You will pass many delightful castles, ruins and abbeys whilst visiting historic towns such as Linz, Melk and Krems. The final destination of Vienna is the perfect place to explore, enjoy some great food and perhaps take in a concert.
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Delve into the Tyrolean valley of Stubaital, exploring its well-marked walking trails and vast mountain vistas. With gentle, moderate, and challenging walks on offer, you can go at your own pace as you discover your love for the Stubai Alps. Our 4* nature resort accommodation is an exceptional retreat after a day in the fresh, alpine air.
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Stay in a historic 4* hotel, perfectly placed amongst the dramatic Tyrolean Alps. Explore Kitzbühel, the world-famous winter sport resort before embarking along panoramic paths, through dazzling meadows, and to deep mountain lakes.
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On this 7-night self-guided walk, you will explore the many historic towns and vineyards of the Wachau valley along the blue Danube.
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This tour combines pleasant walking with culture and places of interest. Discover the UNESCO region of Hallstatt, the riverside spa town of Bad Ischl and lakeside St Wolfgang.
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Explore Lake Constance by bike on gentle cycling trails, stopping for lunches at waterfront restaurants and discovering some of the cultural and historic highlights of this region, staying in Austria, Switzerland and Germany.
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This is a gentle linear route following the course of the River Danube. Some of the highlights of this 10-night holiday include Passau 'City of Three Rivers', medieval Linz, the UNESCO Wachau Valley, and Benedictine Melk.
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Scenically stunning, immerse yourself in the beauty of flower-filled meadows, looming mountains and quaint villages dotted around the glimmering lakes and enjoy pleasant walking mixed with culture and places of interest.
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Starting and ending in the city of Mozart, Salzburg our 7 night cycle tour will take you around the lakes and rivers of the Salzkammergut region with gentle cycling along the water and more challenging routes between Mondsee, Attersee, Traunsee, Hallstatt and Wolfgangsee lakes.
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