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The Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour is an incredible journey through Germany that will allow you to explore the romantic Rhine and learn more about the charm of the region. Enjoy the southern flair and warm wind on two wheels while cycling past blossoming almond trees and exotic fruits that enchant with their wonderful scent. Between historical cities, extensive vineyards, and the southern atmosphere, you will be sure to experience the region with all your senses!

But that’s not all! The impressive imperial cathedrals in Speyer, Worms, and Mainz line the cycle paths along the largest German river, and the university city of Heidelberg, Nierstein, and Neustadt offer further highlights! Wine lovers should certainly take note, as Oppenheim is considered a Gothic city of wine that will be sure to delight your taste buds. So if you are looking for a slam dunk adventure, you will definitely find it on the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour.

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Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour

Taste Germany on the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour
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9 days from $1,375USD
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Duration
9 days
Season
Apr-Oct
Standard Biking
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Self-Guided, Private
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Difficulty
Moderate (3/5)
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The Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour is an incredible journey through Germany that will allow you to explore the romantic Rhine and learn more about the charm of the region. Enjoy the southern flair and warm wind on two wheels while cycling past blossoming almond trees and exotic fruits that enchant with their wonderful scent. Between historical cities, extensive vineyards, and the southern atmosphere, you will be sure to experience the region with all your senses!

But that’s not all! The impressive imperial cathedrals in Speyer, Worms, and Mainz line the cycle paths along the largest German river, and the university city of Heidelberg, Nierstein, and Neustadt offer further highlights! Wine lovers should certainly take note, as Oppenheim is considered a Gothic city of wine that will be sure to delight your taste buds. So if you are looking for a slam dunk adventure, you will definitely find it on the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour.

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Trip highlights

Visit the secret German wine capital of Neustadt an der Weinstraße

Explore historic cities like Heidelberg, Worms, and Mainz

Taste some of the most delicious wines Germany has to offer

Cycle along the winding banks of the Rhine, Germany’s largest river

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Day 1
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Arrival in Neustadt an der Weinstraße
After arriving in Neustadt an der Weinstraße, your holiday starts with a tour information meeting and bike fitting. Afterwards, you can spend time exploring the secret German Wine capital, with its contorted alleys, impressive abbey church, and the famous fountain “Elwedritschenbrunnen”.
Distance None
Overnight Location Hotel in Neustadt an der Weinstraße
Included Meals None
Day 2
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Cycle the Rhine Plain to Heidelberg
On your first day of cycling, you will leave the wine growing region and cycle on pleasant paths through the Rhine plain until you reach the cathedral city of Speyer with its medieval inner-city. The famous palace and palace-garden in Schwetzingen is a further highlight of the tour, before your day will end in the oldest German university town Heidelberg.
Distance 55 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Heidelberg
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 3
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Roman Town of Ladenburg and Worms
Today you will bike along the River Neckar to the old Roman town of Ladenburg with its beautiful medieval inner city. You will then continue your tour through the Rhine Valley to the imperial city of Worms with its cathedral built in the 12th century, the Martin Luther monument, and the oldest Jewish cemetery in Europe.
Distance 45 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Worms
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 4
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Ferry to Nierstein and Wine Tasting
Day 4 of the tour will see you enjoy a ride along the River Rhine, partly on the idyllic paths at the ancient Rhine channels, to Oppenheim, “the city of Gothic style and wine”. During a short ferry ride across the Rhine, you will already enjoy the view of Nierstein and its countless vineyards. To match the incredible scenery, a wine tasting has been organized for you.
Distance 55 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Nierstein
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 5
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Cycle to the Rhineland Capital of Mainz
Today you will cycle through vineyards to the second imperial cathedral along this tour, which is located in the city of Mainz, the capital of Rheinland-Pfalz. Here you will cross the river Rhine and visit the Gutenberg museum. In the romantic town of Rüdesheim, you can take the cable car to enjoy a splendid view over the vineyards, for an incredibly scenic experience.
Distance 50 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Rüdesheim
Included Meals Breakfast
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Cross the Rhine and Cycle to Alzey
After breakfast, you will cross over the River Rhine again to reach Bingen, where the River Nahe joins the Rhine and where four wine growing regions meet. It is recommended to visit the bridge Drususbrücke, which was built in the 10th century, as well as the bridge chapel (Brückenkapelle). Passing through the vineyards, you will cycle to the “Volker City” Alzey,and in the wine hotel a sommelier will explain the diversity of the region’s wine for you.
Distance 50 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Alzey
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 7
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Cycle to the Wine Producing Town of Grünstadt
Day 7 is a short stage that will allow you to spend plenty of time exploring and enjoying the wine culture in this area. You will eventually reach Bobenheim, the beginning of the German Wine Road, and your day will end in the small wine growers town of Grünstadt.
Distance 40 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Grünstadt
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 8
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Bike Through the Balcony of Pfalz
Wonderful wine growing villages will be the cultural highlight of today! In Bad Dürkheim, you will see the biggest wine barrel in the world and will have some time for another wine tasting. In Deidesheim, you will have the opportunity to visit the wine museum in the medieval town hall, before getting back on your bike to cycle through the region called “Balcony of the Pfalz” to return to Neustadt an der Weinstraße.
Distance 35 km
Overnight Location Hotel in Neustadt an der Weinstraße
Included Meals Breakfast
Day 9
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Departure Day
After breakfast, you will pack your things and bid farewell to the beautiful Rhineland for an individual departure from the region.
Distance None
Overnight Location None
Included Meals Breakfast

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Dates and prices

This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only, where the pricing depends on your travelling dates, as well as the types of the rooms that you need.

2025 Departures:
The departures are available every Saturday, from April 5th to October 11th, 2025.

  • Single room: from $1,975USD*
  • Sharing a double room: from $1,375USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates. The prices listed are per person.

What’s included

Meals

8 breakfasts are included.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 8 nights are included in the tour. Accommodations before or after the tour in Neustadt an der Weinstraße are not included, but can be added as a supplement.

Transportation during the Tour

Transportation for your luggage is included throughout the tour.

Also Included

  • Welcome briefing (German, English)
  • Route map/details
  • Detailed travel documents 1x per room (German, English)
  • 3 Wine tastings (German)
  • App for Navigation and GPS-data available
  • 24/7 service hotline

Not included

  • Flights and transportation to and from the starting point of the tour
  • Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
  • Tourist tax
  • Ferry tickets in Nierstein approx. EUR 2,50 / person incl. bike
  • Ferry tickets in Bingen approx. EUR 2,70/person incl. bike

Optional Extras

  • Additional nights before or after the tour
  • Single occupancy upgrades
  • Bike rental and insurance

Accommodation for Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour

This tour is based in hotels. Accommodations on this trip are of a 3 and 4-star standard, and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplemental fee to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Frequently asked questions

How hard is the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour?

We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. Cyclists will need to be able to cover between 40 and 70 kilometres per day, and there is one longer ascent throughout the tour.

Do I need a visa to travel to Germany?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

Are meals included on the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour?

8 breakfasts are included.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover cycling. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Neustadt an der Weinstraße to start this tour?

Fly into the Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) or Frankfurt/Main (FRA) airports, then transfer to the Neustadt an der Weinstraße train station.

Is the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour in English?

Yes, the travel documents and resources for this trip are in English.

Where does the Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour end?

The Cycle the Vineyards of the Rhine Tour ends where it began, in Neustadt an der Weinstraße. From there, you can head to the Neustadt an der Weinstraße train station and transfer to either the Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden (FKB) or Frankfurt/Main (FRA) airports.

Can I rent a bike?

Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes come in 7-gear and 21/24-gear varieties. You can also rent an e-bike.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a road bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Germany?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Germany?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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