Danube Experience| Vienna – Bratislava – Budapest 

Cycle the routes and trails used by Emperors and Kings of the past. A cycle tour along the Danube is the best way to experience this historically important landscape, cultural heritage and “Old World” architecture. Explore the three most popular cities along the Danube: Vienna, the imperial city of classical music and delicious desserts, the coronation city of Bratislava and the vibrant capital of Hungary, Budapest. Experience these great cities, the charming landscapes and much more along the Blue Danube.

Highlights

• 3 capitals: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
• National Park Donauauen
• Archaeological Park Carnuntum
• Protected Area “Szigetköz”
• Basilica in Esztergom
• Artist town Szentendre 

Tour Character: Level 1-2

Level 1-2; the tour is mostly flat with rolling hills. The Austrian section follows well- maintained and equipped cycling paths, in Hungary you will often cycle on country back and side roads. Upon entering and leaving cities there is more traffic that must be closely observed. 

Included in the tour:

• 6 nights in 3/4 star hotels/ inns with private facilities
• Breakfast or 6 x dinner (219 EUR)
• Daily luggage transport Vienna-Budapest (max. 2 pieces of luggage (max. 20 kg piece) with max. 30 kg / Person)
• 1x ship or train ride in Danube Bend area
• Service-hotline (also accessible on weekends)
• Handlebar bag with route book, maps and information material incl. tour app + GPS data 

Not included:

• Helmet – payable locally € 46,-
• Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 - 2,5 per person/night) 
• Arrival/ departure 
• Dinners, lunches and drinks 
• Bike insurance (25-52 EUR)
• Bike rental
• Anything not mentioned in 'included'

Notes:

• All bike tours are unescorted.
• The mileages and distances are approximations of the recommended routes.
• Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket and pants), sun hat, sunscreen and proper sport shoes.
• Arrival and departure to and from Vienna is not included in tour price.
• In Hungary you have to wear a safety vest at night and by poor vision outside of cities/villages.
• All rental bikes are equipped with a pannier (saddle bag) and an odometer (except e- bikes). 
• This cycling tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. Individual requests are in special cases possible (e.g. handicapped accessible room). 
• Extra nights 
  • Vienna: 94 EUR (double) or 136 EUR (single)
  • *Budapest: 94 EUR (double) or 136 EUR (single) - *except Formula 1 Grand Prix in Budapest from July 24-26 2026 | equals start in Vienna on July 18 + 19 2025. Supplement of € 70,- per room per night in Budapest with 3 nights minimum length of stay 

Arrival/ Departure/ Parking:

• Return transfer of own bikes every Friday in Season 1 and in Season 2+3 every Saturday, € 69,- Arrival in Vienna the next day approx. at 10 a.m. – extra night in Vienna is recommended.
• Departures Saturday and Sunday from April to October
• Public parking garage = Park & Ride: approx € 25,- per week, unguarded, at the underground/metro “Leopoldau"
• Arrival in Vienna. Departure from Budapest - trains are available between cities 

If you would like to rent a Trekking Bike (115 EUR) or E-Bike (239 EUR), please contact [email protected] when booking

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