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Cycling
Overview
SelfGuided
Cycling in:
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Munich to Lake Garda
Bavaria
Germany
From Bressanone you cycle on the Eisacktal cycle path and then along the river Etsch to the biggest lake of Italy, lake Garda.
On cycling paths or small side roads you will experience three countries with their various regions and lots of outstanding natural and cultural beauties. The tour starts in the capital of Bavaria, Munich, and leads along Bavarian lakes and Tyrolean rivers to the Austrian-Italian border. Through the Wipptal and Eisacktal you cycle into South Tyrol’s capital Bolzano, where you may pay a visit to the oldest Tyrolean, Ötzi the Iceman. Along the river Etsch fruit meadows and green fields will accompany your way to Lake Garda, one of the most popular lakes in Italy.
The most demanding stage over the Alps (Innsbruck–Brenner) can be shortened by train or bus. Between the Etsch Valley and Lake Garda there is only one long ascent. There is plenty of time to look at cultural places of interest or relax along the way.
Biking Tour
Meeting:
Munich or Bad Toltz
Airport:
Munich
Transfer:
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Rates and Dates for 2021
Rates include:
Accommodations, All breakfasts, Lugage transfers, Transfer by train or bus from Innsbruck to the Brennerpass, Transfer from Lake Garda to Munich on last day, Tour information package (maps, route descriptions...) & Phone hotline service.
A | 2021 | 8 day self-guided tour | 8d / 7n | €1100 | $1310 |
Single supplement | €240 | $285 |
Transfer and Other Charges:
2021
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Transfer from Lake Garda to Munich bus terminal every Saturday, included
ded
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$0
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2021
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Bike rental, pp (for entire week)
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€
115
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$140
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2021
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Ebike rental, pp (for entire week)
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€
195
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$230
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2021
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Extra nights - please inquire
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$0
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Custom dates possible for groups of 5+ pax
Rates do not include:
Drinks, Lunches and dinners, Rental bike & Travel insurance.
Tourist tax (if requested) has to be paid on the spot.
Sample Itinerary - subject to changes
Day 1: Arrival to Munich
Individual arrival to the first hotel in Munich.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Munich
Day 2: Munich to Bad Tölz
You leave Munich along the river Isar, going past monasteries, through Bavarian villages and the Isar Auen to the rafting town of Bad Tölz with its old town.
Biking approx. 60 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Bad Tölz
Day 3: Bad Tölz to Maurach or Jenbach
From Bad Tölz along the river Isar to lake Sylvensteinsee. Through the Karwendel Nature Park you will cross the German-Austrian border and rach the holiday region Achensee and the same named mounatin lake. If you like, you can take a boat trip on the Achensee. Overnight stay depending on availavility in Maurach/Jenbach.
Biking approx. 70 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Maurach or Jenbach
Day 4: Maurach or Jenbach to Brixen/Bressanone
You cycle on the cycling path, along the river Inn, into Tyrol’s capital Innsbruck. Visit the historic city with its famous „Goldene Dachl“ (Golden Roof) or go on an excursion on Mount Isel with its ski-jump or the Tirol Panorama „Berg-Isel-Museum” in remembrance of the battle of Mount Isel under the freedom fighter Andreas Hofer. The demanding part from Innsbruck to the Brennero pass, border between Austria and Italy and at the same time watershed and cultural axis, will be done by transfer (train or bus). Only a few buildings remind of the former border between the two European countries. From the Brennero you cycle along the old railway track to Vipiteno and further on to Bressanone.
Biking approx. 90 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Brixen/Bressanone
Day 5: Brixen/Bressanone to Bozen/Bolzano
The tour continues along the Eisacktal valley past the city of Ponte Gardena with a view of the castle Trostburg. From here the valley gets narrower on its way to the capital town of South Tyrol, Bolzano. The town itself has much to offer, the arcades, the lawns by the river, a visit to the Ice Man in the Archaeological Museum or sitting and drinking a coffee in one of the many cafes in town.
Biking approx. 40 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Bozen/Bolzano
Day 6: Bozen/Bolzano to Trento
From Bolzano there are two ways to get to Salorno. Either along the old railway track to Überetsch and then further on to Caldaro and its famous and beautiful lake Kalterer See, or through the wide Etsch Valley along the bike path. At Salorno you leave the German speaking province of South Tyrol and enter the famous Trento wine growing region and the Diocese town of Trento.
Biking approx. 65-70 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Trento
Day 7: Trento to Riva del Garda or Torbole
The Etschradweg leads you futher to the South. After passing the old Tyrolean border town of Rovereto you leave the Etschtal valley and go over the San Giovanni Pass rising to 287 m in altitude above sea level on the route to Lake Garda.
Biking approx. 45-50 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Riva del Garda or Torbole
Day 8: Departure
Return transfer to Munich or possibility to extend your stay.
Meals included: Breakfast
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Meeting:
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Munich or Bad Toltz
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Airport:
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Munich
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Train station:
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Munich or Bad Toltz
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Transfer:
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Level:
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Easy to Moderate
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Approx. 370-380km total.
Rental bikes:
21-gears women‘s or men‘s bicycle
E-bike (UNISEX bike, 500 W battery; range up to 100 km)
Passport and Visa Requirements:
Passport valid for length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card. Passport NoteGermany is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen A. more
Innsbruck area
Month
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
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Apr
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May
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Jun
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Jul
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Aug
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Sep
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Oct
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Nov
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Dec
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Average High Temperature (°F)
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39
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44
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53
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61
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69
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74
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78
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77
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69
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61
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48
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39
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Average Low Temperature (°F)
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24
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27
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33
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39
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47
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53
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56
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55
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49
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41
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33
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26
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Average High Temperature (°C)
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4
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6
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12
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16
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21
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23
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25
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25
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21
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16
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9
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4
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Average Low Temperature (°C)
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-4
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-3
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1
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4
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8
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12
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13
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13
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10
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5
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0
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-3
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Average Precipitation (days of rain)
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8
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7
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8
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10
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11
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14
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15
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13
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9
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7
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8
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9
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Source: NOAA
Seasons
This region benefits from a mild Mediterranean climate bringing a lot of sunshine throughout the year and allowing for clement winters.
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Accommodations
During this trip, nights are spent in different locations.
Description
Accommodations consist of a mixture of 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.
Tack:
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Horses:
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Pace:
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Level:
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(2
out of 5) Easy to Moderate
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Age:
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Min
16
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Approx. 370-380km total.
Rental bikes:
21-gears women‘s or men‘s bicycle
E-bike (UNISEX bike, 500 W battery; range up to 100 km)
Passports
Passport valid for length of stay required by all nationals referred to in the chart except:
1. EU nationals holding a valid national ID card.
Passport Note
Germany is a signatory to the 1995 Schengen Agreement.
Visas
Not required by all nationals referred to in the chart above for the following durations:
(a) nationals of EU countries for an unlimited period;
(b) nationals of Australia, Canada and the USA for stays not exceeding 90 days in a six-month period; stay begins when nationals enter any of the Schengen countries.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Contact Addresses).
Visa Note
2. Nationals of EU countries intending to stay for three months or more must register with the German authorities within seven days of arrival.
Passport Required? |
British |
Yes |
Australian |
Yes |
Canadian |
Yes |
USA |
Yes |
Other EU |
1 |
Visa Required? |
British |
No/2 |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No/2 |
Return Ticket Required? |
British |
No |
Australian |
No |
Canadian |
No |
USA |
No |
Other EU |
No |
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Munich to Lake Garda
Tour Code:
ZZ-BKGRFA02
8 days /
7 nights
~$1,310.00
Level :
Difficulty Levels Explained
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Easy
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Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
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2. |
Easy to Moderate
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An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured
activity is recommended.
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Moderate
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Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with
some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and
you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
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Demanding
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You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or
ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain. |
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Strenuous
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Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc.. |
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Airport:
Munich
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