Along the Danube - Four Country Tour
Austria, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary Bike + Boat Tours
Exploring the Danube: Bike, Boat, & beyond - Unveiling Nature, Art, & History
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Overview
This bike and boat tour along the Danube River has proven year after year to be one of our most popular tours. The Austrian and Hungarian alluvial landscape and the Danube River Bend is a region of varied natural beauty and is chock full of art, culture, and history.
Offered on different vessels, each with its own unique itinerary, there is something for everyone.
As you cycle the famous Danube Cycle Path from Passau, you pass through four countries and visit enchanting European capitals and villages featuring Vienna, city of music; Budapest, the Hungarian "Danube Queen"; and Bratislava, the "beauty" on the Danube.
Highlights vary by boat so be sure to look at each boat's details.
Highlights
- Passau, the intersection of three rivers
- European metropolises of Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest
- Wachau region and landscape
- Romantic towns and castles
- Danube National Park
- Hungarian Danube Bend
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Itinerary
Important Information:
In case of flood or low tide, the operators reserve the right to modify the itinerary and bridge parts of the passages with busses if necessary or to cancel the journey on short notice as the safety of the passengers and crew is paramount.
No legal right shall be constituted in these situations. (Water level is force majeure). The same applies for locally mandated (but not previously announced) repair work on locks or bridges as well as unexpected and unfortunate mechanical issues of the ships' engines or power unit.
Please be aware that these ships, like all ships, are not just floating hotels, but machines, with perceptible engine noises. The ships along the Danube do navigate at night to traverse the distances necessary. If you are sensitive to noise, please bring your earplugs.
Each boat has a different itinerary, so look at the details below. All distances are approximate.
Day 1: Arrival in Passau at 4 pm
Day 2: Schlögen - Linz, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 3: Tulln - Vienna, 19 or 32 mi. (31 or 52 km)
Day 4: Estergom - Szentendre, 37 mi. (59 km) + Budapest, 14 mi. (22 km) (or 40 min. by train)
Day 5: Sightseeing in Budapest and cycling tour to Margareteninsel, 14 or 34 mi. (22 or 55 km)
Day 6: Sightseeing in Bratislava and cycling Bratislava - Devin - Bratislava, 21 or 30 mi. (33 or 48 km)
Day 7: Cycling tour Krems to Pöchlarn, 40 mi. (48 km)
Day 8: Departure from Passau at 9 amDay 1: Arrival in Passau
Boarding begins at 4 PM! A welcome snack is offered as you arrive. At approximately 6:30 pm, the boat will depart Passau and navigate to Schlogen.Day 2: Schlogen - Linz, 34 mi. (55 km)
The distribution of rental bicycles will occur in the morning. Your cycling will begin from the UNESCO heritage site, ‘Schlogener Schlinge’, through the uninhabited Kaiserau valley, to the Aschach baroque market, and to Linz via Ottensheim.Day 3: Tulln - Vienna, 19 or 31 mi. (31 or 49 km)
A visit to the Museum of Egon Schiele and garden exhibition (with 65 gardens) in Tulln is on the agenda, followed by a cycle tour from Tulln with a beautiful view of the foothills of the Viennese Wood (Wiener Wald), past Klosterneuburg (monastery – Austrian Escorial) to Vienna. Individual sightseeing in Vienna or if you prefer, a city tour by bike, 95 % of which will take place on a dedicated bike path! More information will be provided onboard. After dinner, at 8:30, a guided bus tour “Vienna by night” is optional.Day 4: Estergom - Szentendre, 37 mi. (59 km) + Budapest, 14 mi. (22 km) (or 40 min. by train)
You cycle on the Eurovelo 6 through the Danube Bend on car-free cycle paths past Visegrád to Vác and then by ferry to the Szentendre island.
You can go by train (approx. every hour) to Budapest or continue by bike for another 22 km.Day 5: Sightseeing in Budapest/biking to Margarete’s island 14 mi. (22 km)
You may enjoy a city tour by bus in the morning, leaving directly from the boat landing station. The tour will take about 3 hours. From here, you will be transferred back to the ship. In the afternoon, there is a possibility for a round-trip tour by bike on the, car-free Margareten Island in Budapest.Day 6: Sightseeing in Bratislava and cycling Bratislava - Devin - Bratislava, 21 or 30 mi. (33 or 48 km)
You will enjoy a guided city tour through the historical center of Bratislava. Afterward, on the Danube cycling route, you via pedal via Wolfsthal to Hainburg and to the Schloss Eckartsau (castle). Back on the same way or to Schloss (castle) Hof and Devín (approx. 6 km busy secondary road). Devin is Slovakia's national memorial with beautiful views.Day 7: Cycling tour Krems to Pöchlarn, 40 mi. (48 km)
Leaving the UNESCO World Heritage City Krems, you will soon arrive in one of the most famous places in the Wachau: Dürnstein. Continue cycling to Weißenkirchen and Spitz. From afar, you will see the impressive monastery Melk. Continue to Pöchlarn where the MS Primadonna is already waiting for you.Day 8: Departure from Passau at 9 am
You will arrive in Passau at approximately 9 am and depart after breakfast. At 10 am, a bus transfer to public parking or the central train station is available.*All distances are approximate. The timetable and program are subject to changes by the captain due to regional conditions (among other things, high or low water, adverse weather, storms, etc.).
Swiss Crown - tour starts on SATURDAY (Day 1)
Vivienne - tour starts on SUNDAY (Day 1)
Day 1: Passau | boarding at 4pm, boat departs at 6pm
Day 2: Great Loop/Engelhartszell-Aschach | 26 miles (42 km)
Day 3: Devin - Bratislava | 27 miles (43 km)
Day 4: Budapest (day of rest) I Szentendre | 34 miles (54 km)
Day 5: Danube bend - Esztergom | 27 miles (43 km)
Day 6: Vienna (day of rest)
Day 7: Wachau / Krems - Melk | 24 miles (39 km)
Day 8: Passau | disembarkation around 11:30am, connecting travel should not be made earlier than 12 noon
Day 1: Passau
Boarding time at 4:00 p.m. Located at the meeting point of the Danube, Inn and Ilz Rivers, Passau has numerous of interesting sites to visit. Use your free time and stroll through the cobblestoned old town centre, listen to the bells of Passau’s Gothic Town Hall or have a look at the world’s largest Catholic Church organ in the Passau Cathedral. At 6.00 p.m. we cast off!Day 2: Great Loop/Engelhartszell-Aschach | 26 miles (42 km)
Your first day’s cycling begins with a ride through the classic scenery of the ‘Great Loop’ Donauschlinge - one of the most beautiful sections of the Danube. Along the way you will encounter tiny villages and cozy cider taverns. In Austria’s only Trappist monastery at Engelhartszell you can taste their delicious liquors and cheese. The famous ‘Schlogener View’ provides a wonderful panorama of the surrounding Austrian countryside. The boat welcomes all cyclists back on board in the charming market town of Aschach.Day 3: Devin - Bratislava | 27 miles (43 km)
You pedal along the former ‘Iron Curtain’, cross the green line and reach the imposing Imperial Palace of Hof with its beautifully terraced gardens. Follow the bike path through Austria’s ‘vegetable garden’ to the coronation city of Bratislava and the slopes of the little Carpathians and discover the hidden alleyways and sights of Bratislava on an optional city tour.Day 4: Budapest (day of rest) I Szentendre | 34 miles (54 km)
The entrance to Budapest, Hungary’s capital is stunning. Savour the beauty of Budapest during a coach tour or a guided bike tour (optional) to discover many of the highlights of this handsome city. You can also choose to cycle to the charming town of Szentendre with its Mediterranean atmosphere and lively art scene. You will get a very close experience of Hungarian culture at an evening show with traditional music and dance (optional).Day 5: Danube bend - Esztergom | 27 miles (43 km)
The wooded hills of Pilis, Visegrád and Börzsöny together with the meandering Danube create a wonderful landscape that has become a nature lover’s paradise. Situated in the middle of the Danube River the idyllic isle of Szentendre exudes silent Puszta romance. You cycle via the baroque village of Vác (influenced by the architects of Austria’s empress Maria Theresia) to the bishop town of Esztergom with its gorgeous basilica – Hungary’s largest Catholic Church.Day 6: Vienna (day of rest)
Discover Vienna’s most beautiful attractions. During a city tour by bike or bus (optional) you will experience Vienna’s most famous examples of architecture: the imperial Hofburg, St. Stephens Cathedral, the gorgeous ‘Ring’-boulevard and the State Opera House, the Burgtheater and town hall and, of course, the colorful "Hundertwasserhaus". Take time to relax in one or more of Vienna’s famous cafés, while the evening ends impressively at a classical concert (optional) in one of Vienna‘s most famous palaces.Day 7: Wachau / Krems - Melk | 24 miles (39 km)
Your last biking day is a special highlight! A powerful ruin looms above the small Baroque town of Durnstein, while the blue spire of the monastery church is a landmark of the renowned Wachau. Amidst dreamy towns, apricot trees, vineyards and castles, this hilly landscape enchants everybody who visits ... you will be biking on cloud nine! In Spitz (possibility to do a wine-tasting – optional) you will find comfortable wine taverns along the bike path. After the Captain’s farewell dinner, lots of fun and entertainment can be experienced during the popular crew show.Day 8: Passau
As you cruise back up the Danube, enjoy the early morning sunshine as you wind your way to Passau, where you will disembark at about 11:00 am. Connecting travel should not be booked earlier than 12.00 noon.Excursions offered (these excursions are reserved and paid for onboard)
Bratislava:
City tour by old-time excursion train and walking tour
Budapest:
Sightseeing tour by bike or bus
Traditional Hungarian folklore show
Vienna:
City tour by bus
City tour by bike
Waltz and Operetta Concert in one of Vienna's famous palacesDay 1: Arrival in Passau, Passau - Engelhartszell
Day 2: Engelhartszell - Great Loop - Untermühl, 22 mi. (35 km)
Day 3: Bratislava, 34 mi. (54 km)
Day 4: Budapest (day of rest) or roundtrip to Szentendre, 30 mi. (48 km)
Day 5: Danube Bend | Visegrad- Esztergom, 16 - 37 mi. (25 - 60 km)
Day 6: Vienna - Nussdorf (Korneuburg may also be possible) - Day of rest
Day 7: Wachau / Rossatz - Melk - Pöchlarn, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 8: PassauDay 1: Passau – Engelhartszell
Individual arrival in the "Three River City". Passau attracts many with the world's greatest church organ at the Stephansdom and it’s charming Old Town. Embarkation will be at 4:00 pm and departure around 7 pm.Day 2: Engelhartszell - Great Loop - Untermühl, 22 mi. (35 km)
The day starts in Engelhartszell with the only Trappist monastery in Austria, towards the "Great Loop" - one of the most beautiful regions of the Danube. The route leads through small villages with typical taverns. and you board again in Untermühl. This ship will navigate during the night to Bratislava.Day 3: Bratislava, 34 mi. (54 km)
Arrival in Bratislava at approximately 9 am. You start cycling from here via Hainburg to the imposing Imperial Palace of Hof beautifully terraced gardens and idyllic manor farm further on to Devin and then back to Bratislava.
Day 4: Budapest - Szentendre - Budapest, 30 mi. (48 km) or Day of rest
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 a Mediterranean atmosphere and lively art life. In the night shipping to Visegrad.Day 5: Danube Bend | Visegrad - Esztergom, 16 - 37 mi. (25 - 60 km)
The Danube bend is definitely one of the most delightful and attractive parts 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 can choose from 2 different routes: the longer one includes a side trip to the island of Szentendre and the baroque village of Vác, which has been influenced by the architects of the Austrian Empress Maria Theresia. The other route leads you directly to the bishop-town of Esztergom, with its gorgeous basilica, Hungary's largest Catholic Church, overlooking the village. In the night shipping to Vienna. (*60 km-tour is designed for strong cyclists only).Day 6: Vienna - Nussdorf (Korneuburg may also be possible) - Day of rest
You should be sure to see the most famous places of interest like the St. Stephens Cathedral (Stephansdom), the Hofburg, the gorgeous boulevard with the Burgtheater, the State Opera House or the town hall that takes you
back to the past. In the night shipping to Rossatz or Dürnstein (Wachau).Day 7: Wachau - Melk - Pöchlarn, 25 - 31 mi. (40 - 49 km)
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 Weißenkirchen, you will find comfy wine taverns right along the bike path. You owe it to yourself to take a break! You’ll board again in the small village of Pöchlarn. After the farewell gala dinner, you start “sailing” back to PassauDay 8: 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 the last sight at the Schlögener Schlinge ("Great Loop") before you arrive relaxed at Passau. Arrival is at approximately 10 AM, disembarkation is at 10:30 AM. Due to possible unforeseen mooring delays, it is recommended that you do not make travel arrangements until after 12 PM.Excursions offered (these excursions are reserved and paid for onboard)
Bratislava:
City tour by old-time excursion train and walkabout
Budapest:
Sightseeing tour by bike or bus
Budapest by night
Wachau
Wine-tasting
Vienna:
City tour by bus
City tour by bike
Waltz and Operetta Concert at the historic halls of the Vienna Imperial Palace (Hofburg)Minor itinerary changes are possible for the 2024 season.
Day 1: Passau - Engelhartszell
Day 2: Engelhartszell - Great Loop - Brandstatt - Bratislava, 29 mi. (46 km)
Day 3: Bratislava (day of rest)
Day 4: Budapest (day of rest) or roundtrip to Szentendre, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 5: Danube Bend | Visegrad – Esztergom, 16 or 37 mi. (25 or 60 km)
Day 6: Vienna-Nussdorf / (Korneuburg may also be possible) (day of rest)
Day 7: Wachau – Pöchlarn, 25 - 31 mi. (40 - 49 km)
Day 8: Departure from PassauDay 1: Passau – Engelhartszell
Individual arrival to the "Three River City". Passau attracts many with the world's greatest church organ at the Stephansdom and it’s charming Old Town. Embarkation will begin at 4:00 pm. The ship will depart at 7 pm to sail to Engelhartszell in the evening.Day 2: Engelhartszell - Great Loop - Brandstatt - Bratislava, 29 mi. (46 km)
The day starts in Engelhartszell (the only Trappist monastery in Austria) and leads towards the"Great Loop", one of the most beautiful and original sectors of the Danube. Your route passes through small villages and cozy must-see taverns. You'll board again in Brandstatt. and "sail into the night" towards BratislavaDay 3:Bratislava (day of rest)
You will arrive in Bratislava around noon and have opportunity to discover this small lively capital of Slovakia. You can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view from the castle and take a ride on a mini train through the enchanting old town. This evening you will navigate to Budapest.Day 4: Budapest (day of rest) or roundtrip to Szentendre, 30 mi. (48 km)
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. Your ship will moor at about 9 am. In the afternoon you can explore the numerous attractions of the city. Nearby, you find the Margaretheninsel which is perfect for a short bike tour or a longer ride to the charming town of Szentendre with a Mediterranean atmosphere and lively art life. In the night shipping to Visegrad.Day 5: Danube Bend | Visegrad – Esztergom, 16 or 37 mi. (25 or 60 km)
The Danube Bend is definitely one of the most delightful and attractive parts and is called the Hungarian Wachau. Today's bike route starts at Visegrad with its famous fortress and the ruins of the former palace. You can choose from 2 different routes: the longer one includes a side trip to the island of Szentendre and the baroque village of Vác, which has been influenced by the architects of the Austrian Empress Maria Theresia. The other route leads you directly to the bishop-town of Esztergom, with its gorgeous basilica – Hungary's largest Catholic Church – overlooking the village. In the night shipping to Vienna.Day 6: Vienna-Nussdorf / (Korneuburg may also be possible) (day of rest)
You should be sure to see the most famous places of interest like the St. Stephens Cathedral (Stephansdom), 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 Rossatz or Dürnstein (Wachau).Day 7: Wachau – Melk - Pöchlarn | Pöchlarn - Passau, 25 - 31 mi. (40 - 49 km)
Your last biking day is a particular highlight! Amidst small dreamy villages, apricot trees, vineyards, castles, monasteries, and ruins, this gentle hilly landscape enchants everybody. A mighty ruin looms above the small Baroque town of Dürnstein, while the blue tower of the monastery church is a landmark of Wachau. You will board again in the small village of Pöchlarn, located close to Melk. After the farewell gala dinner, you start “sailing” back to Passau.
Day 8: 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 11:00 a.m., disembarkation half an hour later. Please make a note of these times when arranging onward travel.Excursions offered (these excursions are reserved and paid for onboard)
The below list will be confirmed for 2024
Bratislava:
City tour by old-time excursion train and walkabout
Budapest:
Sightseeing tour by bike
Budapest by night
Wachau
Wine-tasting
Vienna:
City tour by bus
City tour by bikeMinor itinerary changes are possible for the 2024 season.
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Boats & Bikes
- Primadonna
Deluxe Class Boat
Experience the elegance of the MS Primadonna, with spacious decks, spa facilities, restaurant, bar, atrium and much more, on a cycling holiday without having to pack and unpack each day. Your boat will await you at your destination every day. You can also feel free to spend some of your time on board where you can enjoy the Jacuzzi on the outdoor deck or the spa area, which is equipped with Jacuzzi, sauna, Kneip basin, etc. All meals on this Austrian cruise line are freshly cooked and have a… Read More
- Vivienne
Deluxe Class Boat
The newest ship to the Danube fleet, the exquisite Vivienne, was completely renovated from the hull up in 2020 resulting in a modern, light-filled vessel with all the amenities of a top-class hotel. Read More
- Swiss Crown
Deluxe Class Boat
Stylish, elegant, and timelessly beautiful, the deluxe class ship the Swiss Crown navigates the mighty Danube river on this one-of-a-kind Bike & Boat tour! Read More
- SE-Manon
Deluxe Class Boat
On board the comfortable deluxe ship, the Se-Manon, you will find a relaxing and cozy atmosphere. The wellness area, containing a sauna and whirlpool, invites you to relax after a day of cycling. Read More
- Prinzessin Katharina
Deluxe Class Boat
On board the deluxe vessel, the Prinzessin Katharina, you will enjoy a classic elegance. With a spacious well-designed light-filled interior, a partially covered sun deck, comfortable cabins, great cuisine, and accommodating crew, your time onboard will be relaxing, refreshing, and memorable! Read More
Inclusions
What’s Included
Primadonna
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Welcome snack on arrival day
- Transfer from parking space/info point to the ship on arrival day and back on departure day or from/to train station in Passau - fixed time (advanced notification required)
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Daily 3-course lunch or packed lunch for cyclists
- Coffee/tea & pastries in the afternoon
- Daily 4-5 course dinner
- Midnight snack
- 7 or 21-speed bike with pannier bag
- English & German-speaking tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group)
- Full route description & cycling maps
- GPS data available for download
- A welcome evening with the crew, including a complimentary drink
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Welcome cocktail reception
- Gala dinner with farewell cocktail party
- Daily cabin cleaning
- Full meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner (packed lunch for cyclists, light lunch on board for non-cyclists)
- Afternoon coffee
- A snack in the evening
- English and German-speaking tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group)
- Daily briefing
- 21 or 24-speed unisex trekking bike equipped with saddlebags and handlebar bag
- An information pack with road book (one per room)
- GPS files
- Port fees
- Guided group limited to 18 people maximum
- Cycle touring guide
- 4 ferry trips (Engelhartszell, Au, Visegrad and Szob)
- Cider tasting in the Upper Danube Valley
- Wine tasting in the Wachau region
- Guided city tour by bike in Vienna
- Guided city tour of Budapest by Hop On/Hop Off bus
- Helmet (adults)
- Accommodation for 7 nights
- Welcome cocktail
- Gala dinner with a complimentary farewell drink
- Full meals (breakfast, packed lunch or light lunch on board for non-cyclists, dinner)
- Afternoon coffee
- Daily cabin cleaning
- Linen change
- English and German-speaking tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group)
- Daily briefing
- Unisex 7-speed bicycle with handbrake and pedal brake or handbrake only (subject to availability) with saddlebag
- Bicycle protection
- One information pack with road book (one per room)
- Port fees
- GPS files
Swiss Crown and Vivienne
Also included with the guided package
SE Manon and Prinzessin Katharina
What’s Not Included
- All beverages, including extra water, except for those mentioned
- 3 ferry rides (about €2 each) (Fortuna)
- Helmets (SE-Manon and Prinzessin Katharina) - clients must bring their own
- Helmets (Primadonna) - clients must bring their own
- Helmet rental aboard the Swiss Crown and Vivienne (€15 with advanced reservation)
- Excursions are available. Can be booked & paid for onboard.
- Gratuities
- Bike Protection aboard the Swiss Crown, Vivienne, & Primadonna
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates & Pricing
2024
Deluxe Class Boats
Primadonna
Friday departures
Low season: October 4, 2024
High season: May 3, May 10, May 17, May 24, July 5, July 12, July 19, July 26, August 2, August 16*, August 23, September 6, September 13, September 20, & September 27, 2024*Extra supplement incurred. See pricing column below.
Double Occupancy Pricing (per person) Low season High season August 16 Main Deck | Bunk Bed (astern)*
$ 1563 £ 807 $ 1,379 € 925 kr 141815 ₪ 3733 ¥ 154210 Mex$ 16922 NZ$ 1704 NOK 11051 kr 10895 $ 1,019
$ 1798 £ 928 $ 1,586 € 1064 kr 163126 ₪ 4294 ¥ 177383 Mex$ 19465 NZ$ 1960 NOK 12711 kr 12532 $ 1,172
$ 1882 £ 972 $ 1,661 € 1114 kr 170792 ₪ 4495 ¥ 185718 Mex$ 20379 NZ$ 2052 NOK 13309 kr 13121 $ 1,227 Main Deck | Standard Twin
$ 1875 £ 968 $ 1,655 € 1110 kr 170178 ₪ 4479 ¥ 185051 Mex$ 20306 NZ$ 2044 NOK 13261 kr 13074 $ 1,222
$ 2239 £ 1156 $ 1,975 € 1325 kr 203141 ₪ 5347 ¥ 220895 Mex$ 24239 NZ$ 2440 NOK 15829 kr 15607 $ 1,459
$ 2323 £ 1199 $ 2,050 € 1375 kr 210807 ₪ 5549 ¥ 229230 Mex$ 25154 NZ$ 2532 NOK 16427 kr 16196 $ 1,514 Upper Deck | Double or Twin
$ 2923 £ 1509 $ 2,579 € 1730 kr 265233 ₪ 6981 ¥ 288413 Mex$ 31648 NZ$ 3186 NOK 20668 kr 20377 $ 1,905
$ 3100 £ 1601 $ 2,736 € 1835 kr 281331 ₪ 7405 ¥ 305918 Mex$ 33569 NZ$ 3380 NOK 21922 kr 21614 $ 2,021
$ 3252 £ 1679 $ 2,870 € 1925 kr 295129 ₪ 7768 ¥ 320923 Mex$ 35216 NZ$ 3545 NOK 22997 kr 22674 $ 2,120 Promenade Deck | Double or Twin
$ 3100 £ 1601 $ 2,736 € 1835 kr 281331 ₪ 7405 ¥ 305918 Mex$ 33569 NZ$ 3380 NOK 21922 kr 21614 $ 2,021
$ 3278 £ 1692 $ 2,892 € 1940 kr 297429 ₪ 7829 ¥ 323423 Mex$ 35490 NZ$ 3573 NOK 23177 kr 22850 $ 2,136
$ 3430 £ 1771 $ 3,026 € 2030 kr 311227 ₪ 8192 ¥ 338427 Mex$ 37136 NZ$ 3739 NOK 24252 kr 23911 $ 2,236 Single-Use Cabin Pricing Main Deck Astern* Cabin | Single-Use $ 1906 £ 984 $ 1,682 € 1128 kr 172938 ₪ 4552 ¥ 188052 Mex$ 20635 NZ$ 2078 NOK 13476 kr 13286 $ 1,242 $ 2198 £ 1135 $ 1,939 € 1301 kr 199461 ₪ 5250 ¥ 216894 Mex$ 23800 NZ$ 2396 NOK 15543 kr 15324 $ 1,433 $ 2282 £ 1178 $ 2,014 € 1351 kr 207127 ₪ 5452 ¥ 225229 Mex$ 24715 NZ$ 2488 NOK 16140 kr 15913 $ 1,488 Main Deck Cabin | Single-Use $ 2717 £ 1403 $ 2,397 € 1608 kr 246529 ₪ 6489 ¥ 268075 Mex$ 29416 NZ$ 2962 NOK 19210 kr 18940 $ 1,771 $ 3261 £ 1683 $ 2,877 € 1930 kr 295896 ₪ 7788 ¥ 321756 Mex$ 35307 NZ$ 3555 NOK 23057 kr 22733 $ 2,125 $ 3345 £ 1727 $ 2,952 € 1980 kr 303562 ₪ 7990 ¥ 330092 Mex$ 36222 NZ$ 3647 NOK 23654 kr 23322 $ 2,180 Upper Deck Cabin | Single-Use $ 4969 £ 2565 $ 4,384 € 2941 kr 450896 ₪ 11868 ¥ 490303 Mex$ 53802 NZ$ 5417 NOK 35135 kr 34641 $ 3,239 $ 5280 £ 2726 $ 4,659 € 3125 kr 479106 ₪ 12611 ¥ 520978 Mex$ 57168 NZ$ 5756 NOK 37333 kr 36808 $ 3,441 $ 5432 £ 2804 $ 4,793 € 3215 kr 492904 ₪ 12974 ¥ 535982 Mex$ 58815 NZ$ 5921 NOK 38409 kr 37868 $ 3,540 Promenade Deck Cabin | Single-Use $ 5280 £ 2726 $ 4,659 € 3125 kr 479106 ₪ 12611 ¥ 520978 Mex$ 57168 NZ$ 5756 NOK 37333 kr 36808 $ 3,441 $ 5590 £ 2886 $ 4,933 € 3309 kr 507316 ₪ 13353 ¥ 551653 Mex$ 60534 NZ$ 6094 NOK 39532 kr 38975 $ 3,644 $ 5742 £ 2965 $ 5,067 € 3399 kr 521114 ₪ 13716 ¥ 566657 Mex$ 62181 NZ$ 6260 NOK 40607 kr 40035 $ 3,743 *Astern cabin is located at the rear of the ship.
Vivienne
Sunday departures
April 28 (first departure) to October 6 (last departure), 2024
Guided option offered on Vivienne: May 5, May 26, June 16, July 14, August 4, September 1, & September 22, 2024 (space is limited to 18 people)April & October May & August June, July, & September Main Deck - Standard | Twin/double
$ 1880 £ 971 $ 1,659 € 1113 kr 170638 ₪ 4491 ¥ 185552 Mex$ 20361 NZ$ 2050 NOK 13297 kr 13110 $ 1,226 $ 2049 £ 1058 $ 1,808 € 1213 kr 185970 ₪ 4895 ¥ 202223 Mex$ 22190 NZ$ 2234 NOK 14491 kr 14287 $ 1,336 $ 2218 £ 1145 $ 1,957 € 1313 kr 201301 ₪ 5298 ¥ 218894 Mex$ 24020 NZ$ 2418 NOK 15686 kr 15465 $ 1,446 Middle Deck - Comfort | Twin/double
$ 2421 £ 1250 $ 2,136 € 1433 kr 219699 ₪ 5783 ¥ 238900 Mex$ 26215 NZ$ 2639 NOK 17120 kr 16879 $ 1,578 $ 2590 £ 1337 $ 2,285 € 1533 kr 235030 ₪ 6186 ¥ 255571 Mex$ 28044 NZ$ 2823 NOK 18314 kr 18057 $ 1,688 $ 2759 £ 1424 $ 2,434 € 1633 kr 250362 ₪ 6590 ¥ 272242 Mex$ 29874 NZ$ 3008 NOK 19509 kr 19234 $ 1,798 Middle & Upper Deck - Superior | Twin/double $ 2759 £ 1424 $ 2,434 € 1633 kr 250362 ₪ 6590 ¥ 272242 Mex$ 29874 NZ$ 3008 NOK 19509 kr 19234 $ 1,798 $ 2928 £ 1512 $ 2,583 € 1733 kr 265693 ₪ 6993 ¥ 288914 Mex$ 31703 NZ$ 3192 NOK 20704 kr 20412 $ 1,908 $ 3097 £ 1599 $ 2,733 € 1833 kr 281024 ₪ 7397 ¥ 305585 Mex$ 33533 NZ$ 3376 NOK 21898 kr 21590 $ 2,019 Upper Deck - Junior Suite | Twin/double
$ 3266 £ 1686 $ 2,882 € 1933 kr 296356 ₪ 7800 ¥ 322256 Mex$ 35362 NZ$ 3560 NOK 23093 kr 22768 $ 2,129 $ 3435 £ 1773 $ 3,031 € 2033 kr 311687 ₪ 8204 ¥ 338928 Mex$ 37191 NZ$ 3744 NOK 24288 kr 23946 $ 2,239 $ 3604 £ 1861 $ 3,180 € 2133 kr 327019 ₪ 8607 ¥ 355599 Mex$ 39021 NZ$ 3929 NOK 25482 kr 25124 $ 2,349 Upper Deck - Master Suite | Twin/double $ 3604 £ 1861 $ 3,180 € 2133 kr 327019 ₪ 8607 ¥ 355599 Mex$ 39021 NZ$ 3929 NOK 25482 kr 25124 $ 2,349 $ 3773 £ 1948 $ 3,329 € 2233 kr 342350 ₪ 9011 ¥ 372270 Mex$ 40850 NZ$ 4113 NOK 26677 kr 26302 $ 2,459 $ 3942 £ 2035 $ 3,478 € 2333 kr 357681 ₪ 9415 ¥ 388941 Mex$ 42679 NZ$ 4297 NOK 27872 kr 27479 $ 2,569 Main Deck - Standard | Twin for single-Use $ 2810 £ 1451 $ 2,479 € 1663 kr 254961 ₪ 6711 ¥ 277244 Mex$ 30423 NZ$ 3063 NOK 19867 kr 19588 $ 1,831 $ 3071 £ 1586 $ 2,710 € 1818 kr 278725 ₪ 7336 ¥ 303084 Mex$ 33258 NZ$ 3348 NOK 21719 kr 21413 $ 2,002 $ 3333 £ 1721 $ 2,941 € 1973 kr 302488 ₪ 7962 ¥ 328925 Mex$ 36094 NZ$ 3634 NOK 23571 kr 23239 $ 2,173 Swiss Crown
Saturday departures
May 18, June 1, August 31, & September 14, 2024May & August June & September Main Deck - Standard | Twin/double
$ 2049 £ 1058 $ 1,808 € 1213 kr 185970 ₪ 4895 ¥ 202223 Mex$ 22190 NZ$ 2234 NOK 14491 kr 14287 $ 1,336 $ 2218 £ 1145 $ 1,957 € 1313 kr 201301 ₪ 5298 ¥ 218894 Mex$ 24020 NZ$ 2418 NOK 15686 kr 15465 $ 1,446 Middle Deck - Comfort | Twin/double
$ 2590 £ 1337 $ 2,285 € 1533 kr 235030 ₪ 6186 ¥ 255571 Mex$ 28044 NZ$ 2823 NOK 18314 kr 18057 $ 1,688 $ 2759 £ 1424 $ 2,434 € 1633 kr 250362 ₪ 6590 ¥ 272242 Mex$ 29874 NZ$ 3008 NOK 19509 kr 19234 $ 1,798 Middle Deck - Mini Suite | Twin/double $ 2759 £ 1424 $ 2,434 € 1633 kr 250362 ₪ 6590 ¥ 272242 Mex$ 29874 NZ$ 3008 NOK 19509 kr 19234 $ 1,798 $ 2928 £ 1512 $ 2,583 € 1733 kr 265693 ₪ 6993 ¥ 288914 Mex$ 31703 NZ$ 3192 NOK 20704 kr 20412 $ 1,908 Upper Deck - Superior | Twin/double
$ 2928 £ 1512 $ 2,583 € 1733 kr 265693 ₪ 6993 ¥ 288914 Mex$ 31703 NZ$ 3192 NOK 20704 kr 20412 $ 1,908 $ 3097 £ 1599 $ 2,733 € 1833 kr 281024 ₪ 7397 ¥ 305585 Mex$ 33533 NZ$ 3376 NOK 21898 kr 21590 $ 2,019 Lower Deck - Standard | Twin for single-Use $ 3071 £ 1586 $ 2,710 € 1818 kr 278725 ₪ 7336 ¥ 303084 Mex$ 33258 NZ$ 3348 NOK 21719 kr 21413 $ 2,002 $ 3333 £ 1721 $ 2,941 € 1973 kr 302488 ₪ 7962 ¥ 328925 Mex$ 36094 NZ$ 3634 NOK 23571 kr 23239 $ 2,173 SE Manon
Friday Departures
June 21, June 28, July 5, July 26, August 2, August 9, August 30, September 6, September 13, September 20, 2024Main Deck | Double/twin $ 2134 £ 1102 $ 1,883 € 1263 kr 193635 ₪ 5097 ¥ 210559 Mex$ 23105 NZ$ 2326 NOK 15089 kr 14876 $ 1,391 Main Deck | Twin for single-use $ 3104 £ 1603 $ 2,739 € 1838 kr 281714 ₪ 7415 ¥ 306335 Mex$ 33615 NZ$ 3384 NOK 21952 kr 21643 $ 2,024 Middle Deck | Double/twin $ 2556 £ 1320 $ 2,256 € 1513 kr 231964 ₪ 6106 ¥ 252237 Mex$ 27679 NZ$ 2787 NOK 18075 kr 17821 $ 1,666 Upper Deck | Double/twin $ 2894 £ 1494 $ 2,554 € 1713 kr 262627 ₪ 6913 ¥ 285579 Mex$ 31337 NZ$ 3155 NOK 20465 kr 20177 $ 1,886 Prinzessin Katharina
Saturday Departures
Season A: April 13* & October 5, 2024
Season B: April 27 & September 28, 2024
Season C: May 11, May 25, June 1, June 8, June 15, July 13, July 20, August 17 & August 24, 2024*50% discount offered on the cabin price for 2nd person in twin cabin. Valid for new bookings after Jan. 23, 2024.
Season A Season B Season C Main Deck Main Deck | Twin $ 1796 £ 927 $ 1,585 € 1063 kr 162973 ₪ 4290 ¥ 177216 Mex$ 19446 NZ$ 1958 NOK 12699 kr 12521 $ 1,171 $ 1965 £ 1014 $ 1,734 € 1163 kr 178304 ₪ 4693 ¥ 193887 Mex$ 21276 NZ$ 2142 NOK 13894 kr 13699 $ 1,281 $ 2134 £ 1102 $ 1,883 € 1263 kr 193635 ₪ 5097 ¥ 210559 Mex$ 23105 NZ$ 2326 NOK 15089 kr 14876 $ 1,391 Main Deck | Twin/front-astern* $ 1542 £ 796 $ 1,361 € 913 kr 139976 ₪ 3684 ¥ 152209 Mex$ 16702 NZ$ 1682 NOK 10907 kr 10754 $ 1,005 $ 1711 £ 884 $ 1,510 € 1013 kr 155307 ₪ 4088 ¥ 168880 Mex$ 18532 NZ$ 1866 NOK 12102 kr 11932 $ 1,116 $ 1880 £ 971 $ 1,659 € 1113 kr 170638 ₪ 4491 ¥ 185552 Mex$ 20361 NZ$ 2050 NOK 13297 kr 13110 $ 1,226 Main Deck | Single $ 2303 £ 1189 $ 2,032 € 1363 kr 208967 ₪ 5500 ¥ 227230 Mex$ 24934 NZ$ 2510 NOK 16283 kr 16054 $ 1,501 $ 2472 £ 1276 $ 2,181 € 1463 kr 224298 ₪ 5904 ¥ 243901 Mex$ 26764 NZ$ 2695 NOK 17478 kr 17232 $ 1,611 $ 2641 £ 1363 $ 2,330 € 1563 kr 239630 ₪ 6307 ¥ 260572 Mex$ 28593 NZ$ 2879 NOK 18673 kr 18410 $ 1,721 Main Deck | Twin/single-use On request Upper Deck Upper Deck | Twin
$ 2134 £ 1102 $ 1,883 € 1263 kr 193635 ₪ 5097 ¥ 210559 Mex$ 23105 NZ$ 2326 NOK 15089 kr 14876 $ 1,391 $ 2303 £ 1189 $ 2,032 € 1363 kr 208967 ₪ 5500 ¥ 227230 Mex$ 24934 NZ$ 2510 NOK 16283 kr 16054 $ 1,501 $ 2472 £ 1276 $ 2,181 € 1463 kr 224298 ₪ 5904 ¥ 243901 Mex$ 26764 NZ$ 2695 NOK 17478 kr 17232 $ 1,611 Upper Deck | Triple $ 1711 £ 884 $ 1,510 € 1013 kr 155307 ₪ 4088 ¥ 168880 Mex$ 18532 NZ$ 1866 NOK 12102 kr 11932 $ 1,116 $ 1880 £ 971 $ 1,659 € 1113 kr 170638 ₪ 4491 ¥ 185552 Mex$ 20361 NZ$ 2050 NOK 13297 kr 13110 $ 1,226 $ 2049 £ 1058 $ 1,808 € 1213 kr 185970 ₪ 4895 ¥ 202223 Mex$ 22190 NZ$ 2234 NOK 14491 kr 14287 $ 1,336 Upper Deck | Single $ 2641 £ 1363 $ 2,330 € 1563 kr 239630 ₪ 6307 ¥ 260572 Mex$ 28593 NZ$ 2879 NOK 18673 kr 18410 $ 1,721 $ 2810 £ 1451 $ 2,479 € 1663 kr 254961 ₪ 6711 ¥ 277244 Mex$ 30423 NZ$ 3063 NOK 19867 kr 19588 $ 1,831 $ 2979 £ 1538 $ 2,628 € 1763 kr 270292 ₪ 7114 ¥ 293915 Mex$ 32252 NZ$ 3247 NOK 21062 kr 20766 $ 1,941 *Operating and engine noise is discernible.
Extra Options
2024
Primadonna
Electric bike rental
$ 169 £ 87 $ 149 € 100 kr 15331 ₪ 404 ¥ 16671 Mex$ 1829 NZ$ 184 NOK 1195 kr 1178 $ 110 Excursion package* $ 160 £ 83 $ 142 € 95 kr 14565 ₪ 383 ¥ 15838 Mex$ 1738 NZ$ 175 NOK 1135 kr 1119 $ 105 Discounts for triple & quad cabins On request *Excursion package:
City tour Vienna & Budapest
City tour Bratislava
Concert on the Bruckner organ in Linz (minimum participation 20 persons)Please request additional services at the time of booking.
Some excursions can also be booked individually on board, subject to availability, and according to the individual service price list (e.g., Budapest city tour approx. $ 84 £ 44 $ 75 € 50 kr 7666 ₪ 202 ¥ 8336 Mex$ 915 NZ$ 92 NOK 597 kr 589 $ 55 )Vivienne & Swiss Crown
Guided option (limited availability, select dates) $ 505 £ 261 $ 446 € 299 kr 45841 ₪ 1207 ¥ 49847 Mex$ 5470 NZ$ 551 NOK 3572 kr 3522 $ 329 Bike options Electric bike rental $ 169 £ 87 $ 149 € 100 kr 15331 ₪ 404 ¥ 16671 Mex$ 1829 NZ$ 184 NOK 1195 kr 1178 $ 110 Discount if bringing own touring bike $ 101 £ 52 $ 89 € 60 kr 9199 ₪ 242 ¥ 10003 Mex$ 1098 NZ$ 111 NOK 717 kr 707 $ 66 Discount if bringing own e-bike $ 84 £ 44 $ 75 € 50 kr 7666 ₪ 202 ¥ 8336 Mex$ 915 NZ$ 92 NOK 597 kr 589 $ 55 Helmet rental (advanced reservation required) $ 25 £ 13 $ 22 € 15 kr 2300 ₪ 61 ¥ 2501 Mex$ 274 NZ$ 28 NOK 179 kr 177 $ 17 Transfers (one way) Munich airport - Passau (1-8 people, one-way) $ 456 £ 236 $ 403 € 270 kr 41395 ₪ 1090 ¥ 45013 Mex$ 4939 NZ$ 497 NOK 3226 kr 3180 $ 297 Munich City Center/Hotel - Passau or vv (1-8 people, one way) $ 541 £ 279 $ 477 € 320 kr 49060 ₪ 1291 ¥ 53348 Mex$ 5854 NZ$ 589 NOK 3823 kr 3769 $ 352 Prinzessin Katharina & SE Manon
Electric bike (limited number): $ 186 £ 96 $ 164 € 110 kr 16865 ₪ 444 ¥ 18338 Mex$ 2012 NZ$ 203 NOK 1314 kr 1296 $ 121
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
This is a relatively easy tour following the flow of the Danube River. The route is mostly flat with some rolling hills, especially coming out of the Danube valley. It takes place on good, asphalt bike paths and is a tour that is very suitable for beginners and children. As in all of our bike tours, a good command of the bicycle is required, including good balance, ability to stop and start quickly, and comfort in riding in a group.
Airport Info
We recommend that you fly into Munich Airport (MUC).
Local Travel
Munich Airport (MUC) is well connected to the city center and beyond by public transportation, taxis, and transfer services.
Public transportation:To access a train to Passau, your point of embarkation, you first take a bus to Freising train station (approximately €3). It’s also possible to take a taxi from the airport to Freising Station (approximately €27). From Freising, continue by train to Passau. The train ride is approx. 2–2½ hr. (depending on connections) and costs €30 to €45 depending on type of train.
If you are arriving by car, just ask! We can provide parking details. If your travel plans include spending some time in Munich before your bike and boat tour, you can access a train to Munich city center directly at the airport at either Terminal 1 or Terminal 2.Private transfers:
Transfers from Munich can be booked individually through Salzburger Mietwagen und Reise Service GmbH (SMS).
Phone: +43 (0) 662 - 8161 - 0
sms@flughafentransfer.at, www.flughafentransfer.atClimate
The region has a moderate maritime climate, generally experiencing pleasantly mild winters and relatively cool summers. Please check local conditions prior to your departure and remember that your tour will cover a significant distance and will stretch along the Danube from Passau to Budapest and back.
Day of Rest
Any day can be designated a day of rest by remaining on board and enjoying the amazing Danube scenery!
Remarks
Please be aware you will be part of an international group of people, but your tour guide and crew members are multilingual.
Important to know
Documents
Before you travel, please check the passport and visa requirements of the country/countries you plan to visit. For US citizens, the US Department of State website is a good source of information. The Country Information tab in the International Travel section provides details about passport validity, blank passport pages required, etc. For our other international clients, please be sure that you research your own country's travel requirements. It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure proper documentation.
*Important note: Please check on the status of the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.
Life on Board
The ships used on this tour have an on-board tour director that does not cycle with the group. The tours are generally designed for self-guided cycling. The multi-lingual director on board is available in case of a breakdown or emergency. On certain dates aboard the Swiss Crown, Fortuna, and Vivienne a fully guided package is available for a supplement. See dates/pricing.
Tour Operator
This tour is run by Rad und Reisen, SE Tours, & Donau Touristik.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
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We do not inflate tour prices.
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