Austrian Alps
Photo + Cycling Villa Tour
Skill Level: Intermediate cycling / All photography skills
July 18 – 24, 2024
- Daily bike rides and photo shoots
- Co-led by professional photographer
- Photo skills workshops
- Austrian Alps and high meadows
- Private villa
6 nights / All inclusive
$7,295 per person, double occupancy
PRE-SEASON SALE $6,495
Small Group Sizes
Full-Time Van Support
Fabulous Lodging
eBikes for All
Photo Workshops
Small Group Sizes
Full-Time Van Support
Fabulous Lodging
eBikes for All
Photo Workshops
Summer in the Alps. The Austrian Alps in summer present a mesmerizing panorama of natural beauty and outdoor activities. Verdant meadows, adorned with colorful wildflowers, stretch beneath snow-kissed peaks. Crystal-clear alpine lakes reflect the breathtaking scenery, creating a serene atmosphere. Hiking and biking trails crisscross the landscape, revealing awe-inspiring vistas. Summer unveils local festivals celebrating alpine traditions and offers a taste of hearty cuisine. The Alps in this season offer a tranquil retreat and an opportunity to immerse oneself in nature’s grandeur.
Photography, cycling, and more. Each day will include photography workshops and bike trips. You’ll have the option to wake early for a morning photo shoot, or sleep in and lounge; join other guests on an afternoon ebike ride, or learn new tips on photo processing; visit nearby villages, castles, and festivals, hike through endless olive groves, lay by the pool—or do it all! There’s no “one size fits all” day on this trip.
Photography Shoots and Workshops
A week of photography workshops. This trip blends two of our favorite passions: cycling and photography. Each day will offer both the option to work on your photography or to explore by bike—or to do both. Formal morning photo shoots amongst the spires and monasteries, plus late light shoots at dusk will highlight photography’s greatest ally: magic light. Magic light is that soft glow that illuminates the world in a way that brings out colors that even the largest Crayola pack hasn’t considered. It’s the light that kisses our eyes and our camera sensors, leaving any semblance of harsh contrast behind.
As a professional photographer, Russell Graves has been studying light as it hits his eye and camera sensor his entire life. He’s learned not only camera techniques that help capture an image, but how to anticipate and prepare so that he is ready when those magical moments reveal themselves. And, lucky for us, Russell will be with us this week to teach us what he’s learned, to improve our ability to see both with and without a camera, to help us understand what being prepared entails, and to improve our ability to capture and process beautiful photos. And let’s face it, everyone who longs to go to beautiful places wants photographs that do the original justice.
To learn more about Russell Graves and see a gallery of his fabulous work, visit his website at www.HackberryFarmTexas.com or www.RussellGraves.com. Be sure to sign up for his newsletter and webinars and scroll through his catalogue of past instructive presentations.
Cycling in the Alps
Exploring Alpine Treasures
An abundance of treasures. The Austrian Alps lure summer visitors with a symphony of natural wonders. Adventurers seek thrilling hikes through verdant valleys and atop majestic peaks, reveling in the crisp mountain air. The allure of crystal-clear lakes invites serene moments of reflection or exhilarating water sports. Picturesque villages, nestled amidst emerald landscapes, beckon with their charming ambiance and rich cultural experiences. The alpine meadows burst into a vibrant kaleidoscope of wildflowers, captivating artists, photographers, and nature enthusiasts alike. From adrenaline-fueled activities to tranquil respites, the Austrian Alps in summer offer a harmonious blend of beauty and adventure, inviting all to bask in its breathtaking splendor.
A Very Private Villa
A villa of our own. We’ll stay in a fabulous villa near Saint Anton am Alberg, nestled amongst deep forests, and towering peaks. Luxuriously furnished bedrooms with private baths provide personal space, while expansive indoor and outdoor common areas invite the group to assemble and share experiences. We’ll enjoy meals prepared in our gourmet kitchen, and we’ll lounge on our terrace or take walks through the gardens. Our home for this week will ground us and nourish us and bring us closer to the country that those lucky enough to live here treasure. For one lucky week in the Austrian Alps, we’ll call this villa home.
