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)*
$ 1565 £ 806 $ 1,388 € 925 kr 140486 ₪ 3745 ¥ 152904 Mex$ 17267 NZ$ 1687 NOK 10931 kr 10715 $ 1,025
$ 1800 £ 927 $ 1,597 € 1064 kr 161597 ₪ 4308 ¥ 175881 Mex$ 19862 NZ$ 1940 NOK 12574 kr 12326 $ 1,180
$ 1884 £ 971 $ 1,672 € 1114 kr 169190 ₪ 4510 ¥ 184146 Mex$ 20795 NZ$ 2031 NOK 13165 kr 12905 $ 1,235 Main Deck | Standard Twin
$ 1878 £ 967 $ 1,666 € 1110 kr 168583 ₪ 4494 ¥ 183485 Mex$ 20720 NZ$ 2024 NOK 13118 kr 12858 $ 1,231
$ 2241 £ 1154 $ 1,989 € 1325 kr 201236 ₪ 5365 ¥ 219025 Mex$ 24734 NZ$ 2416 NOK 15658 kr 15349 $ 1,469
$ 2326 £ 1198 $ 2,064 € 1375 kr 208830 ₪ 5567 ¥ 227290 Mex$ 25667 NZ$ 2507 NOK 16249 kr 15928 $ 1,524 Upper Deck | Double or Twin
$ 2926 £ 1507 $ 2,597 € 1730 kr 262746 ₪ 7004 ¥ 285972 Mex$ 32294 NZ$ 3154 NOK 20445 kr 20041 $ 1,918
$ 3104 £ 1599 $ 2,754 € 1835 kr 278693 ₪ 7429 ¥ 303329 Mex$ 34254 NZ$ 3346 NOK 21685 kr 21257 $ 2,034
$ 3256 £ 1677 $ 2,889 € 1925 kr 292362 ₪ 7794 ¥ 318206 Mex$ 35934 NZ$ 3510 NOK 22749 kr 22299 $ 2,134 Promenade Deck | Double or Twin
$ 3104 £ 1599 $ 2,754 € 1835 kr 278693 ₪ 7429 ¥ 303329 Mex$ 34254 NZ$ 3346 NOK 21685 kr 21257 $ 2,034
$ 3281 £ 1690 $ 2,912 € 1940 kr 294640 ₪ 7855 ¥ 320685 Mex$ 36214 NZ$ 3537 NOK 22926 kr 22473 $ 2,151
$ 3434 £ 1769 $ 3,047 € 2030 kr 308309 ₪ 8219 ¥ 335562 Mex$ 37894 NZ$ 3701 NOK 23990 kr 23516 $ 2,250 Single-Use Cabin Pricing Main Deck Astern* Cabin | Single-Use $ 1908 £ 983 $ 1,693 € 1128 kr 171317 ₪ 4567 ¥ 186460 Mex$ 21056 NZ$ 2057 NOK 13330 kr 13067 $ 1,250 $ 2201 £ 1133 $ 1,953 € 1301 kr 197591 ₪ 5267 ¥ 215058 Mex$ 24286 NZ$ 2372 NOK 15375 kr 15071 $ 1,442 $ 2285 £ 1177 $ 2,028 € 1351 kr 205185 ₪ 5470 ¥ 223323 Mex$ 25219 NZ$ 2463 NOK 15966 kr 15650 $ 1,498 Main Deck Cabin | Single-Use $ 2720 £ 1401 $ 2,414 € 1608 kr 244217 ₪ 6510 ¥ 265805 Mex$ 30016 NZ$ 2932 NOK 19003 kr 18627 $ 1,783 $ 3265 £ 1681 $ 2,897 € 1930 kr 293122 ₪ 7814 ¥ 319032 Mex$ 36027 NZ$ 3519 NOK 22808 kr 22357 $ 2,140 $ 3349 £ 1725 $ 2,972 € 1980 kr 300715 ₪ 8016 ¥ 327297 Mex$ 36961 NZ$ 3610 NOK 23399 kr 22937 $ 2,195 Upper Deck Cabin | Single-Use $ 4975 £ 2562 $ 4,414 € 2941 kr 446669 ₪ 11907 ¥ 486152 Mex$ 54899 NZ$ 5362 NOK 34756 kr 34069 $ 3,260 $ 5286 £ 2722 $ 4,691 € 3125 kr 474614 ₪ 12652 ¥ 516568 Mex$ 58334 NZ$ 5698 NOK 36930 kr 36200 $ 3,464 $ 5438 £ 2801 $ 4,826 € 3215 kr 488283 ₪ 13017 ¥ 531445 Mex$ 60014 NZ$ 5862 NOK 37994 kr 37243 $ 3,564 Promenade Deck Cabin | Single-Use $ 5286 £ 2722 $ 4,691 € 3125 kr 474614 ₪ 12652 ¥ 516568 Mex$ 58334 NZ$ 5698 NOK 36930 kr 36200 $ 3,464 $ 5597 £ 2883 $ 4,967 € 3309 kr 502559 ₪ 13397 ¥ 546983 Mex$ 61769 NZ$ 6033 NOK 39105 kr 38332 $ 3,668 $ 5749 £ 2961 $ 5,102 € 3399 kr 516228 ₪ 13762 ¥ 561861 Mex$ 63449 NZ$ 6197 NOK 40168 kr 39375 $ 3,768 *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
$ 1883 £ 970 $ 1,671 € 1113 kr 169038 ₪ 4506 ¥ 183981 Mex$ 20776 NZ$ 2029 NOK 13153 kr 12893 $ 1,234 $ 2052 £ 1057 $ 1,821 € 1213 kr 184226 ₪ 4911 ¥ 200511 Mex$ 22643 NZ$ 2212 NOK 14335 kr 14052 $ 1,345 $ 2221 £ 1144 $ 1,971 € 1313 kr 199414 ₪ 5316 ¥ 217041 Mex$ 24510 NZ$ 2394 NOK 15517 kr 15210 $ 1,456 Middle Deck - Comfort | Twin/double
$ 2424 £ 1248 $ 2,151 € 1433 kr 217639 ₪ 5802 ¥ 236877 Mex$ 26750 NZ$ 2613 NOK 16935 kr 16600 $ 1,589 $ 2593 £ 1336 $ 2,301 € 1533 kr 232827 ₪ 6207 ¥ 253408 Mex$ 28616 NZ$ 2795 NOK 18116 kr 17758 $ 1,699 $ 2762 £ 1423 $ 2,451 € 1633 kr 248014 ₪ 6612 ¥ 269938 Mex$ 30483 NZ$ 2977 NOK 19298 kr 18917 $ 1,810 Middle & Upper Deck - Superior | Twin/double $ 2762 £ 1423 $ 2,451 € 1633 kr 248014 ₪ 6612 ¥ 269938 Mex$ 30483 NZ$ 2977 NOK 19298 kr 18917 $ 1,810 $ 2931 £ 1510 $ 2,601 € 1733 kr 263202 ₪ 7016 ¥ 286468 Mex$ 32350 NZ$ 3160 NOK 20480 kr 20075 $ 1,921 $ 3100 £ 1597 $ 2,751 € 1833 kr 278390 ₪ 7421 ¥ 302998 Mex$ 34216 NZ$ 3342 NOK 21662 kr 21234 $ 2,032 Upper Deck - Junior Suite | Twin/double
$ 3270 £ 1684 $ 2,901 € 1933 kr 293577 ₪ 7826 ¥ 319528 Mex$ 36083 NZ$ 3524 NOK 22843 kr 22392 $ 2,143 $ 3439 £ 1771 $ 3,052 € 2033 kr 308765 ₪ 8231 ¥ 336058 Mex$ 37950 NZ$ 3707 NOK 24025 kr 23551 $ 2,254 $ 3608 £ 1858 $ 3,202 € 2133 kr 323952 ₪ 8636 ¥ 352589 Mex$ 39817 NZ$ 3889 NOK 25207 kr 24709 $ 2,365 Upper Deck - Master Suite | Twin/double $ 3608 £ 1858 $ 3,202 € 2133 kr 323952 ₪ 8636 ¥ 352589 Mex$ 39817 NZ$ 3889 NOK 25207 kr 24709 $ 2,365 $ 3777 £ 1945 $ 3,352 € 2233 kr 339140 ₪ 9041 ¥ 369119 Mex$ 41683 NZ$ 4071 NOK 26389 kr 25867 $ 2,475 $ 3946 £ 2033 $ 3,502 € 2333 kr 354328 ₪ 9446 ¥ 385649 Mex$ 43550 NZ$ 4254 NOK 27571 kr 27026 $ 2,586 Main Deck - Standard | Twin for single-Use $ 2813 £ 1449 $ 2,496 € 1663 kr 252571 ₪ 6733 ¥ 274897 Mex$ 31043 NZ$ 3032 NOK 19653 kr 19264 $ 1,844 $ 3075 £ 1584 $ 2,729 € 1818 kr 276111 ₪ 7361 ¥ 300519 Mex$ 33936 NZ$ 3315 NOK 21484 kr 21060 $ 2,015 $ 3337 £ 1719 $ 2,961 € 1973 kr 299652 ₪ 7988 ¥ 326140 Mex$ 36830 NZ$ 3597 NOK 23316 kr 22856 $ 2,187 Swiss Crown
Saturday departures
May 18, June 1, August 31, & September 14, 2024May & August June & September Main Deck - Standard | Twin/double
$ 2052 £ 1057 $ 1,821 € 1213 kr 184226 ₪ 4911 ¥ 200511 Mex$ 22643 NZ$ 2212 NOK 14335 kr 14052 $ 1,345 $ 2221 £ 1144 $ 1,971 € 1313 kr 199414 ₪ 5316 ¥ 217041 Mex$ 24510 NZ$ 2394 NOK 15517 kr 15210 $ 1,456 Middle Deck - Comfort | Twin/double
$ 2593 £ 1336 $ 2,301 € 1533 kr 232827 ₪ 6207 ¥ 253408 Mex$ 28616 NZ$ 2795 NOK 18116 kr 17758 $ 1,699 $ 2762 £ 1423 $ 2,451 € 1633 kr 248014 ₪ 6612 ¥ 269938 Mex$ 30483 NZ$ 2977 NOK 19298 kr 18917 $ 1,810 Middle Deck - Mini Suite | Twin/double $ 2762 £ 1423 $ 2,451 € 1633 kr 248014 ₪ 6612 ¥ 269938 Mex$ 30483 NZ$ 2977 NOK 19298 kr 18917 $ 1,810 $ 2931 £ 1510 $ 2,601 € 1733 kr 263202 ₪ 7016 ¥ 286468 Mex$ 32350 NZ$ 3160 NOK 20480 kr 20075 $ 1,921 Upper Deck - Superior | Twin/double
$ 2931 £ 1510 $ 2,601 € 1733 kr 263202 ₪ 7016 ¥ 286468 Mex$ 32350 NZ$ 3160 NOK 20480 kr 20075 $ 1,921 $ 3100 £ 1597 $ 2,751 € 1833 kr 278390 ₪ 7421 ¥ 302998 Mex$ 34216 NZ$ 3342 NOK 21662 kr 21234 $ 2,032 Lower Deck - Standard | Twin for single-Use $ 3075 £ 1584 $ 2,729 € 1818 kr 276111 ₪ 7361 ¥ 300519 Mex$ 33936 NZ$ 3315 NOK 21484 kr 21060 $ 2,015 $ 3337 £ 1719 $ 2,961 € 1973 kr 299652 ₪ 7988 ¥ 326140 Mex$ 36830 NZ$ 3597 NOK 23316 kr 22856 $ 2,187 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 $ 2136 £ 1100 $ 1,896 € 1263 kr 191820 ₪ 5114 ¥ 208776 Mex$ 23576 NZ$ 2303 NOK 14926 kr 14631 $ 1,400 Main Deck | Twin for single-use $ 3108 £ 1601 $ 2,758 € 1838 kr 279073 ₪ 7440 ¥ 303742 Mex$ 34300 NZ$ 3350 NOK 21715 kr 21286 $ 2,037 Middle Deck | Double/twin $ 2559 £ 1318 $ 2,271 € 1513 kr 229789 ₪ 6126 ¥ 250101 Mex$ 28243 NZ$ 2759 NOK 17880 kr 17527 $ 1,677 Upper Deck | Double/twin $ 2897 £ 1492 $ 2,571 € 1713 kr 260164 ₪ 6935 ¥ 283162 Mex$ 31976 NZ$ 3123 NOK 20244 kr 19844 $ 1,899 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 $ 1798 £ 926 $ 1,596 € 1063 kr 161445 ₪ 4304 ¥ 175716 Mex$ 19843 NZ$ 1938 NOK 12562 kr 12314 $ 1,178 $ 1967 £ 1013 $ 1,746 € 1163 kr 176632 ₪ 4709 ¥ 192246 Mex$ 21710 NZ$ 2120 NOK 13744 kr 13472 $ 1,289 $ 2136 £ 1100 $ 1,896 € 1263 kr 191820 ₪ 5114 ¥ 208776 Mex$ 23576 NZ$ 2303 NOK 14926 kr 14631 $ 1,400 Main Deck | Twin/front-astern* $ 1544 £ 795 $ 1,370 € 913 kr 138663 ₪ 3696 ¥ 150920 Mex$ 17043 NZ$ 1665 NOK 10789 kr 10576 $ 1,012 $ 1713 £ 883 $ 1,521 € 1013 kr 153851 ₪ 4101 ¥ 167451 Mex$ 18910 NZ$ 1847 NOK 11971 kr 11735 $ 1,123 $ 1883 £ 970 $ 1,671 € 1113 kr 169038 ₪ 4506 ¥ 183981 Mex$ 20776 NZ$ 2029 NOK 13153 kr 12893 $ 1,234 Main Deck | Single $ 2305 £ 1187 $ 2,046 € 1363 kr 207008 ₪ 5518 ¥ 225306 Mex$ 25443 NZ$ 2485 NOK 16107 kr 15789 $ 1,511 $ 2475 £ 1275 $ 2,196 € 1463 kr 222195 ₪ 5923 ¥ 241836 Mex$ 27310 NZ$ 2667 NOK 17289 kr 16948 $ 1,622 $ 2644 £ 1362 $ 2,346 € 1563 kr 237383 ₪ 6328 ¥ 258367 Mex$ 29176 NZ$ 2850 NOK 18471 kr 18106 $ 1,733 Main Deck | Twin/single-use On request Upper Deck Upper Deck | Twin
$ 2136 £ 1100 $ 1,896 € 1263 kr 191820 ₪ 5114 ¥ 208776 Mex$ 23576 NZ$ 2303 NOK 14926 kr 14631 $ 1,400 $ 2305 £ 1187 $ 2,046 € 1363 kr 207008 ₪ 5518 ¥ 225306 Mex$ 25443 NZ$ 2485 NOK 16107 kr 15789 $ 1,511 $ 2475 £ 1275 $ 2,196 € 1463 kr 222195 ₪ 5923 ¥ 241836 Mex$ 27310 NZ$ 2667 NOK 17289 kr 16948 $ 1,622 Upper Deck | Triple $ 1713 £ 883 $ 1,521 € 1013 kr 153851 ₪ 4101 ¥ 167451 Mex$ 18910 NZ$ 1847 NOK 11971 kr 11735 $ 1,123 $ 1883 £ 970 $ 1,671 € 1113 kr 169038 ₪ 4506 ¥ 183981 Mex$ 20776 NZ$ 2029 NOK 13153 kr 12893 $ 1,234 $ 2052 £ 1057 $ 1,821 € 1213 kr 184226 ₪ 4911 ¥ 200511 Mex$ 22643 NZ$ 2212 NOK 14335 kr 14052 $ 1,345 Upper Deck | Single $ 2644 £ 1362 $ 2,346 € 1563 kr 237383 ₪ 6328 ¥ 258367 Mex$ 29176 NZ$ 2850 NOK 18471 kr 18106 $ 1,733 $ 2813 £ 1449 $ 2,496 € 1663 kr 252571 ₪ 6733 ¥ 274897 Mex$ 31043 NZ$ 3032 NOK 19653 kr 19264 $ 1,844 $ 2982 £ 1536 $ 2,646 € 1763 kr 267758 ₪ 7138 ¥ 291427 Mex$ 32910 NZ$ 3214 NOK 20834 kr 20423 $ 1,954 *Operating and engine noise is discernible.
Extra Options
2024
Primadonna
Electric bike rental
$ 169 £ 87 $ 150 € 100 kr 15188 ₪ 405 ¥ 16530 Mex$ 1867 NZ$ 182 NOK 1182 kr 1158 $ 111 Excursion package* $ 161 £ 83 $ 143 € 95 kr 14428 ₪ 385 ¥ 15704 Mex$ 1773 NZ$ 173 NOK 1123 kr 1100 $ 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. $ 85 £ 44 $ 75 € 50 kr 7594 ₪ 202 ¥ 8265 Mex$ 933 NZ$ 91 NOK 591 kr 579 $ 55 )Vivienne & Swiss Crown
Guided option (limited availability, select dates) $ 506 £ 260 $ 449 € 299 kr 45411 ₪ 1211 ¥ 49425 Mex$ 5581 NZ$ 545 NOK 3533 kr 3464 $ 331 Bike options Electric bike rental $ 169 £ 87 $ 150 € 100 kr 15188 ₪ 405 ¥ 16530 Mex$ 1867 NZ$ 182 NOK 1182 kr 1158 $ 111 Discount if bringing own touring bike $ 101 £ 52 $ 90 € 60 kr 9113 ₪ 243 ¥ 9918 Mex$ 1120 NZ$ 109 NOK 709 kr 695 $ 67 Discount if bringing own e-bike $ 85 £ 44 $ 75 € 50 kr 7594 ₪ 202 ¥ 8265 Mex$ 933 NZ$ 91 NOK 591 kr 579 $ 55 Helmet rental (advanced reservation required) $ 25 £ 13 $ 23 € 15 kr 2278 ₪ 61 ¥ 2480 Mex$ 280 NZ$ 27 NOK 177 kr 174 $ 17 Transfers (one way) Munich airport - Passau (1-8 people, one-way) $ 457 £ 235 $ 405 € 270 kr 41007 ₪ 1093 ¥ 44631 Mex$ 5040 NZ$ 492 NOK 3191 kr 3128 $ 299 Munich City Center/Hotel - Passau or vv (1-8 people, one way) $ 541 £ 279 $ 480 € 320 kr 48600 ₪ 1296 ¥ 52897 Mex$ 5973 NZ$ 583 NOK 3782 kr 3707 $ 355 Prinzessin Katharina & SE Manon
Electric bike (limited number): $ 186 £ 96 $ 165 € 110 kr 16706 ₪ 445 ¥ 18183 Mex$ 2053 NZ$ 201 NOK 1300 kr 1274 $ 122
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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