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Bike and Barge Tour Danube 8-days 4 countries (1000)
Accompanied by a cruise ship you cycle along Europe's second-largest river Danube from the charming Bavarian “three river city” of Passau straight into the heart of the once glorious Imperial and Royal Monarchy. Enjoy three of the most enchanting European capitals: the lively Vienna, the Slovak coronation city of Bratislava at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains and Budapest, the "Hungarian Danube Queen"! By bicycle, you discover the stunning natural spectacle of the Schlögener Donauschlinge ("Great Loop"), the legendary Wachau with romantic towns and mighty castles amidst lovely vineyards, the untouched alluvial forests of the Danube National Park, as well as the picturesque Hungarian Danube bend where the important cupola of the basilica in Esztergom salutes from the distance. The highlights of the tour: Passau, the City of 3 rivers, the Schloegen Danube Loop, the Hungarian Danube Bend, the World Heritage Site Wachau, the metropoles of Bratislava, Budapest and Vienna.
The comfortable boat provides the right ambience to make you feel at ease. Onboard the premium ship you can expect classic elegance, a tasteful interior and a friendly crew. Enjoy the special atmosphere and let yourself be spoilt by the good cuisine. On two passenger decks, you will find a panoramic restaurant, a comfortable salon, two bars and an inviting foyer, a book corner, a small shop and a hairdresser's salon. On the spacious, partly covered sun deck there are enough deck chairs available.
All 71 cabins are outside cabins and comfortably and tastefully furnished featuring en-suite facilities with shower/WC, hairdryer, air-conditioning, TV, on-board-radio, telephone and a small refrigerator.
Upper deck: 29 two-bed cabins, 1 triple cabin und 2 single cabins;
all cabins have approx. 11 m2 with french balcony (= floor-to-ceiling windows which can be opened). 2-bed cabins with a sofa bed and a Pullman bed (stowed during the day for more comfort). In the triple cabin, a 3rd bed is folded down from the wall (max. 80 kg).
Main deck: 38 two-bed cabins, 1 single cabin (all cabins have approx. 11 m2) with two sofa beds standing in a right angle and a picture window (not to open).
All distances are “approximate distances” of recommended bike tours. When a guest does not want to cycle one day, she/he can skip the bike tour and relax on board while cruising to the next harbour. The bike tours are individual, at your own pace, without a tour guide, but with daily briefings on board and detailed bicycle maps and directions. All cycle tours can be classified as being easy.
If you would like to rent a bike (89 EUR) or e-bike (199 EUR), please contact our office when booking: [email protected]
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Passau – Engelhartszell
Arrival in the "Three River City". Passau attracts many with the world's greatest church organ at the Stephansdom and its charming Old Town. Embarkation will be around 4pm, departure around 7pm. Enjoy your first dinner on board and an evening sail to Engelhartszell.
Engelhartszell - Great Loop - Aschach – Vienna- Nussdorf, ca. 40-43km
The day starts in Engelhartszell (the only Trappist monastery in Austria), where we head towards the "Great Loop" - one of the most beautiful and original sectors of the Danube. Your cycling will encounter small villages and cosy must-see taverns. You’ll board again in Aschach. Then, you “sail into the night” towards Vienna-Nussdorf.
Vienna-Nussdorf , (day of rest)
You should be sure to see the most famous places of interest like the St. Stephens Cathedral, the Hofburg, the gorgeous boulevard “Ringstraβe” with the Burgtheater, the State Opera House or the town hall that takes you back to the past. In the night shipping to Budapest.
Budapest (day of rest) or roundtrip to Szentendre, (ca. 48 km/28.8 mi.) | Budapest – Visegrad
In the early morning, you enjoy the panoramic view of the Danube's gorgeous landscape on the Sundeck. The gateway to Budapest is overwhelming, as many of the famous tourist features are situated directly next to the river bank. In the afternoon you can explore the numerous attractions of the city. Nearby, you find the Margaretheninsel which is outstandingly qualified for a small bike tour or the charming town of Szentendre with Mediterranean atmosphere and lively art life. In the night shipping to Visegrad.
Danube Bend | Visegrad – Vác – Visegrad (ca. 36 km / 21.6 mi.) | Visegrad – Bratislava
The Danube bend is definitely a delightful part and is called the Hungarian Wachau. Today’s bike leg starts at Visegrad with its famous fortress and the ruins of the former palace. You cycle through the picturesque countryside via the Szentendre Peninsula to the baroque village of Vác, which has been influenced by the architects of the Austrian empress Maria Theresia. Via small Hungarian villages you return to Visegrad. In the afternoon shipping to Bratislava.
Bratislava (day of rest)
Arrival at Bratislava in the morning. Today discover the small lively capital of Slovakia. Tip: Enjoy a magnificent pano-ramic view from the castle and take a ride on a mini train through the enchanting old town. Alternatively, explore the city´s surroundings along the Danube during a guided bike tour. In the night shipping to Rossatz or Dürnstein (Wa-chau).
Wachau – Melk – Pöchlarn, ca. 40 - 50km
Your last biking day is a special highlight! Amidst small dreamy villages, apricot trees, vineyards, castles, monasteries and ruins, this gentle hilly landscape enchants everybody. A powerful ruin looms above the small Baroque town of Dürnstein, while the blue tower of the monastery church is a landmark of Wachau. In the small village of Pöchlarn, you will board again. After the farewell gala dinner, you start “sailing” back to Passau.
Departure from Passau
Every journey draws to an end. Once again you enjoy on deck the first sunbeams and the peaceful silence of the Danube Valley. Take a last sight at the Schlögener Schlinge ("Great Loop") before you arrive relaxed at Passau. Arrival: approx. at 11am, disembarkation half an hour later.
We reserve the right to make changes of routing and program. If there is low or high water and a route cannot be shipped, the captain reserves the right to change the route in view of your safety (this cannot be accepted as a reason for free withdrawal).
Tours marked with are special prices.
Start | End | Max. No. Guests | Accommodation | Price p.p. | ||
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Sep 28 2024 | Oct 05 2024 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,349€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,049€ | |||||
Oct 05 2024 | Oct 12 2024 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,249€ | ||
Double rooms | 949€ | |||||
Apr 12 2025 | Apr 19 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,299€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ | |||||
Apr 26 2025 | May 03 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,399€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,099€ | |||||
May 10 2025 | May 17 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
May 24 2025 | May 31 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
May 31 2025 | Jun 07 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
Jul 19 2025 | Jul 26 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
Jul 26 2025 | Aug 02 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
Aug 23 2025 | Aug 30 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
Aug 30 2025 | Sep 06 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
Sep 06 2025 | Sep 13 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,499€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,199€ | |||||
Sep 27 2025 | Oct 04 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,399€ | ||
Double rooms | 1,099€ | |||||
Oct 04 2025 | Oct 11 2025 | 140 | Single rooms | 1,299€ | ||
Double rooms | 999€ |
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