Holiday Highlights
- Exploring the idyllic town of Constance its Sea Life Centre
- Visiting the gardens and Butterfly House on Mainau Island
- Learning about famous air-ships at the Zeppelin Museum
- Taking a refreshing swim in the lake
- Cycling through small villages with perfect lakeside views
- Picnic lunches on the banks of Lake Constance
The first couple of days were the best – cycling through little villages by the lakeshore. Such comfortable bikes, we wanted to take them home!
Itinerary
After arriving in Constance, today offers the chance to explore the unofficial capital of the region, after which the lake was named. The town is cut in half by the Rhine as it leaves the lake near the Mediterranean style harbour, overlooked by the striking Imperia statue based on a story by Balzac. The aquariums in the Sea Life Centre, the Archaeological Museum and a walk through the labyrinthine network of alleyways of Niederburg (the old town) are also recommended.
- Meals: Breakfast
From Constance, you will cycle to the nearby garden island of Mainau (tickets included) where you will have the opportunity to experience the famous butterfly house. You will then be transported by boat from Wallhausen to Überlingen before cycling on towards Unteruhldingen. In the lake dwelling museum (Pfahlbaumuseum) you will have the opportunity to learn about the Stone Age inhabitants of the shores of Lake Constance.

- Meals: Breakfast
Today you’ll be cycling alongside the shores of Lake Constance, enjoying the beautiful vineyards above Immenstaad, making your way to Friedrichshafen. Here you will be able to learn more about famous air-ships and blimps in the Zeppelin museum and spend the evening enjoying fabulous views of the Alps.
- Meals: Breakfast
Today is a day of fun off of your bikes as you will spend your day at the local amusement park (ticket included). The park includes various themes from adventure world to a green oasis. With over 70 attractions from circus school to moon racing there is certainly something for all the family to enjoy!
The park is just a short cycle away but it is quite a hilly route so for those looking to save energy for the park we recommend getting the bus from Friedrichshafen (ticket not included).
- Meals: Breakfast
Today will initially take you through Langenargen. Here you’ll find the pretty Schloss Montfort castle. Maybe you’ll catch one of the summer concerts that take place in the hall! Back on the bikes and you’ll continue riding through lush orchards, before arriving in the Bavarian town of Lindau, whose harbour is guarded by 6m high lions.

- Meals: Breakfast
In just a couple of kilometres you’ll be passing into Austria into the festival city of Bregenz. The floating stage here is certainly something to keep an eye out for. You can ride in a cable car (ticket included) to the top of Mount Pfänder. After you have crossed the border into Switzerland, you’ll be able to see the characterful Market Hall Altenrhein designed by the famous architect Hundertwasser.
*Depending on availability at the time of booking, tonight may be spent in Rorschach, Höchst, Staad or Arbon, all close by. This may affect the distance cycled on this day (up to 50 kms approx.), making tomorrow’s ride 10 kms shorter.
- Meals: Breakfast
Heading first through Arbon, a former Roman settlement, you’ll start your ride back to Constance. You will cycle through small, well kept villages along the lakeshore with plenty of opportunities for a refreshing dip in the lake and a celebratory ice cream. Back in Constance and it’s time to relax and enjoy your final evening by the lake.
- Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast it’s time to head home or if you would like more time in the region let us know and we can help arrange additional nights.

Gallery
The Cycling
Terrain
The route sees you riding around the flat lands of the upper lake, so the going is relatively easy (with only some small, manageable ups and downs). The majority of the route is along well surfaced cycle paths which run partially along the lake-shore and partially along lake-shore roads. You’ll share the road with traffic in some sections, especially going to and from your hotels, and in and out of the bigger towns and cities. Only very short sections see you riding on some bumpier terrain along forest tracks and dirt roads. We recommend a hybrid bike for this tour (not suitable for road bikes).

Family Cycling Grade
Aspects of both our grade 1 and 2 holidays
Suitable for those looking for a relaxed ride
Occasional ups and downs
Our grading guidelines have been carefully created based on our many years of cycling experience, as well as customer feedback from our trips. Of course, if you're still struggling to figure out where you fit on the scale, do feel free to give us a quick call and we'll be more than happy to help!
For more information about our grading system click here.
Is this suitable for you?
Holidays that are graded as a 1-2, will have aspects of both our grade 1 and grade 2 holidays. These tours are still suitable for those looking for an accessible cycling holiday with manageable daily distances, along predominately flat terrain, however there will be some days / sections where we’d expect you to be up for a slightly cheeky challenge. It might be that the distances are a little longer on some days or that the terrain is slightly more undulating, but the rides are still relaxed and manageable for families who are generally fit and healthy.
This was a great family holiday, the children both really enjoyed themselves! A fantastic holiday that we can’t recommend enough.
Dates & Prices

Daily departures available. The season prices below are per person and are applicable for all start dates between and inclusive of the stated dates.
2022 From 17 Apr – 23 Oct
Season 1 – £855 per adult 09 – 23 Oct
Season 2 – £965 per adult 24 Apr – 14 May / 18 Sep – 08 Oct
Season 3 – £1025 per adult 17 – 23 Apr / 15 – 21 May / 29 – 31 May / 19 – 30 Jun / 21 Aug – 17 Sep
Season 4 – £1055 per adult 22 – 28 May / 01 – 18 Jun / 01 Jul – 20 Aug
We are able to offer the following kid’s discounts on the land only price (when the child is sharing a room with 2 fully-paying passengers) – Dependent on availability
0 – 5: Free
6–11: 50%
12–17: 25%
Whats Included 
A) Accommodation (shared twin / double en suite rooms) in 3* (or equivalent) hotels and guesthouses
B) Meals as per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
C) Local representative
D) Detailed route notes and map
E) Luggage transfers
F) Boat trip Wallhausen – Überlingen (incl. bicycle)
G) Entrance to Rosgarten museum in Constance
H) Entrance to Lake Dwelling Museum in Unteruhldingen
I) Entrance to Sea Life Centre in Constance
J) Entrance to Mainau Island
K) Entrance to Ravensburger Spieleland – Amusement Park
L) Entrance to Zeppelin Museum in Friedrichshafen
M) Cable Car Return Ride to Mount Pfänder (excl. bike)
What's not Included 
A) Bike hire (available if required)
B) Flights and charges for travelling with your bike (if applicable)
C) Meals not stated in the itinerary
D) Travel insurance
E) Personal clothing and equipment
F) Personal expenditure (souvenirs, bar bills etc)
G) Entrance fees to museums and other attractions en route (if not stated)
H) Bus Ticket to Ravensburger Spieleland
I) City or visitor‘s tax where applicable
J) Travel to first hotel on arrival day and from final hotel on departure day
The Essentials
News, Reviews & Stories
Reviews
Andrew, Bath, UKWe can't wait to go again...The cycling and service provided was excellent, as well as all the hotels being clean, comfortable and relaxing. Also, we loved the ferry trips and the Pfander cable car, which is a must!
We can’t wait to go again on another Saddle Skedaddle holiday!
Helen, Derbyshire, UKThe quality of the package was consistent with our expectations...Meersburg to Friederichschafen(day 3) in particular was a great day. All hotels we stayed at were like hidden gems, exceptional rooms which were very clean and the hosts were welcoming.
The bikes we hired were in good condition which were suitable for the type of cycling. Collection was easy and swapping the bike provided for our youngest to a smaller size was not a problem.
Becky, Bristol, UKAlready looking at other trips!This was a great family holiday, the children both really enjoyed themselves, especially the swimming in the lake! The hotel in Lindau was amazing, and the lady that looked after us was particularly helpful. Thank you for a fantastic holiday that we can’t recommend enough.
Helen, Essex, UKVery good...The first couple of days were the best – cycling through little villages by the lakeshore. Such comfortable bikes – we wanted to take them home!