BIKING
Castel Fragsburg
AUSTRIA
DAYS 1–2 Welcome to South Tyrol, home to a captivating mix of Italian, Austrian and Tyrolean cultures • Bike up and down the spectacular Etsch Valley as you embark on a pleasant riverside ride past orchards, vineyards and castles • Descend through the Venosta Valley, flanked by the jagged peaks of the Ortles and Ötztal Mountains. » Castel Fragsburg - Premiere shown above DAY 3 Meadows, woodland and quiet hamlets set the stage for today’s ride along the Rienz River • A haven of tranquility, the Ahrntal Valley greets you with gentle inclines and delights with majestic vistas of the Zillertal range’s snow-covered peaks • Soak up the scene of fairy-tale forests, barns and locals hand-cutting their lawns with traditional wooden scythes • Bike to Bruneck, a town with a well-preserved medieval core • Discover wonderful regional wines, including Vernatsch, Lagrein and Gewürztraminer • Taste delectable mountain specialties—polenta, funghi , local cheese, canederli and apple strudel. » Falkensteiner Hotel Kronplatz - Premiere DAYS 4–6 Behold hidden valleys and storybook villages surrounded by towering mountains • Following peaceful cycling routes, make your way through the countryside to Lienz, a charming cobbled town ringed by jagged spires • Spin along a picture-perfect route through a forested valley and small lakes nestled among the Alps • Savor the bounty of an alpine picnic in cozy Matrei • Back in Lienz, celebrate an unforgettable week over a festive farewell dinner. » Grand Hotel Lienz - Premiere A secret alpine network of quiet cycling paths. Lush valleys and limestone massifs. Friendly denizens with unique traditions. Storybook villages and cozy family inns. World-Class Routes in Italy & Austria DOLOMITES
Matrei
Sand im Taufers
Lienz
Rio Pusteria
Bruneck
Meran
Rienz River
Drau River
To Venice
Adige River
Venice
Bolzano
ROME
6 Days Activity Levels 1-4 Premiere Hotels $5,699 to $6,299 / person double occ. See web for date-specific pricing. Choose a Trip for • Couples, Friends & Solos shown here • Your Private Group o \ Search DMSB on backroads.com
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