Danube Bike Path - Passau to Budapest
Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Bike Tours
Cycle through four beautiful & culturally rich countries
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- Length10–14 days
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Overview
The Danube Bike Path, Europe's most famous cycling path, follows the beautiful Blue Danube River.
Beginning in Passau and ending in the Hungarian metropolis of Budapest, you'll discover the beautiful landscape of the region as you cycle over rolling hills, through forests, meadows, picturesque villages, and the impressive Wachau Valley. Wineries and cozy inns invite you to enjoy the culinary specialties of the region.
Experience the art and culture of some of Europe's most beautiful cities.
Highlights
- 3 river city Passau
- Historical theatre Grein
- Romantic Wachau Valley
- Danube metropolis Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest
- Abbey in Melk
- The Danube Auen National Park
- Archaeological Park Carnuntum
- Basilica in Esztergom
- Danube Bend
- Arabian National Stud Farm
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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Passau
Day 2: Passau - Schlögen/Danube Bend, 21 - 25 mi. (35 - 40 km)
Day 3: Schlögen/Danube Bend - Linz, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 4: Linz - Ardagger/Grein, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 5: Ardagger/Grein - Wachau Valley, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 6: Wachau Valley - Tulln, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Day 7: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 8: Vienna - Bad Deutsch-Altenburg/Hainburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 9: Bad Deutsch-Altenburg/Hainburg - Bratislava, 21 mi. (35 km)
Day 10: Bratislava - Mosonmagyaróvár, 28 mi. (45 km)
Day 11: Mosonmagyaróvár - Györ, 25 mi. (40 km)
Day 12: Györ - Komárom, by train - Esztergom, 34 mi. (55 km)
Day 13: Esztergom - Szentendre - Budapest, 34 mi. (55 km) + boat or train
Day 14: Individual departure from BudapestDaily distances and exact overnight destinations depend on the category of hotels and the length of the tour booked. All distances are approximate. You may encounter deviations in the route due to road work or other unforeseen circumstances.
Day 1: Arrival in Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Residenz
Cat. B - Hotel Passauer WolfDay 2: Passau - Schlögen/Danube Bend, 21 - 25 mi. (35 - 40 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle that you will admire during a ferry ride to the other side of the river.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - River Resort Donauschlinge Schlögen
Cat. B - Gasthof Draxler NiederrannaDay 3: Schlögen/Danube Bend - Linz, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. The Castle of Linz, the New Cathedral, and Pöstlingberg Mountain are all notable highlights. Don't forget the many eateries where you'll have to sample the famous Linz Pie.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Schwarzer Bär Linz
Cat. B - COURTYARD by Marriott Hotel LinzDay 4: Linz - Ardagger/Grein, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
You will pedal away from the course of the Danube for a change, via St. Florian (Augustinian monastery) to Enns, the oldest town in Austria. In Enns, you can view the town square with its 60-meter-high tower, or visit the archaeological collection in the municipal museum Lauriacum. You'll eventually pedal back to the Danube until reaching the beautiful baroque town of Grein. Here you have the opportunity to visit the oldest municipal theater in Austria that is still being used today. Additionally, you can visit the Greinburg Castle; possibly Grein's most popular attraction and one of the first castles in this region.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Goldenes Kreuz Grein
Cat. B - Gasthof Zur Donaubrücke ArdaggerDay 5: Ardagger/Grein - Wachau Valley, 40 mi. (65 km)
This section of the Danube, the Strudengau, was once feared by sailors due to the strong currents, but now you can cycle along it peacefully. In Maria Taferl, high above the Danube, you will find the magnificent pilgrimage church, which attracts thousands of pilgrims every year. Be sure to make a stop in Melk and admire the beautiful monastery that overlooks the Danube. As soon as you leave Melk, you will cycle into the picturesque Wachau region, where you can enjoy the charming atmosphere of the region’s typical orchards and vineyards.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Landhotel Kirchenwirt Weißenkirchen
Cat. B - Gasthof Goldenes Schiff SpitzDay 6: Wachau Valley - Tulln, 34 - 37 mi. (55 - 60 km)
Starting today's ride, you will pass through the little wine village of Dürnstein, famous for its ancient castle that once imprisoned English King Richard the Lionheart. You will continue pedaling along until reaching the 1000-year-old town of Krems, before finishing your day in Tulln. The city is also known as the "city of flowers". The local Egon-Schiele-museum is worth a visit. Enjoy your last night in this more rural area of Austria before heading to the capital of Vienna.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Best Western Tulln
Cat. B - Hotel Nibelungenhof TullnDay 7: Tulln - Vienna, 25 mi. (40 km)
Today's cycling route is relaxed as you make your way to the Austrian metropolis of Vienna. There is so much to do and see here! Treat yourself to a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna’s typical coffee houses. Explore the imperial Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, visit the Hofburg, or spend some time shopping on the Mariahilfer Strasse.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Austria Classic Hotel Vienna
Cat. B - ROOMZ Hotel Prater ViennaDay 8: Vienna - Bad Deutsch-Altenburg/Hainburg, 31 mi. (50 km)
The Donau-Auen National Park preserves the last great floodplain landscape in Central Europe, and today you'll cycle through it. Here, you will discover the diversity of the flora and fauna as well as the manifold types of landscape. You pass the Orth Castle and the village of Eckertsau before reaching Bad Deutsch-Altenburg, your destination.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Altes Kloster Hainburg
Cat. B - Hotel Stöckl Bad Deutsch-AltenburgDay 9: Bad Deutsch-Altenburg/Hainburg - Bratislava, 21 mi. (35 km)
From Bad Deutsch-Altenburg/Hainburg, you will cycle on the Roman bike trail (Römerweg) to Carnuntum. The archaeological park is regarded as one of the most significant archaeological sites in Austria. After Hainburg, you reach the border of Slovakia, and it's capital city Bratislava which is your next overnight stay. The shorter distance today allows plenty of time to visit the old part of this charming city.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Devín Bratislava
Cat. B - Hotel Apollo BratislavaDay 10: Bratislava - Mosonmagyaróvár, 28 mi. (45 km)
You'll spend only a short time in Slovak territory before passing the Hungarian border in Rajká. Within the first few miles of your cycle trip in Hungary, you will discover charming villages in a region heavily influenced by agriculture. The route guides you through the so-called Szigetköz or Little Rye Island. This is characterized by the numberless side arms of the Danube. Today´s destination is Mosonmagyaróvár which is also called the "City of 17 bridges".Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Hotel Lajta Park Mosonmagyaróvár
Cat. B - Hotel Simbad MosonmagyaróvárDay 11: Mosonmagyaróvár - Györ, 25 mi. (40 km)
Little Rye Island is a natural paradise, and you'll discover more of it this morning. Continuing on, you will pass Hédervár, which is the perfect place to stop and eat lunch. The castle here is situated in the middle of a protected park. The day's destination is Györ and we highly recommend arriving with plenty of time to explore. The oldest, most tangled, and most compact quarter of Győr is the Káptalan Hill, the cobblestone episcopal district full of interesting buildings.Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Barokk Hotel Promenád Györ
Cat. B - Hotel Klastrom GyörDay 12: Györ - Komárom, by train - Esztergom, 34 mi. (55 km)
After breakfast, you will start with a short train ride to Komárom. Today's route runs near riverbanks in the flat Danube valley. Over the course of this day, you pass quaint villages with vineyards always visible in the background. The sportier bikers can choose a route over Tata but there are some ascents, keep this in mind! Those interested in history should plan time for the Roman castle Kelemantia which is along the way. Your destination, however, is the highlight! Esztergom (also known as "Hungarian Rome") is home to a basilica which is the largest church in the country. Take your time to explore this amazing city!Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - Portobello Wellness & Yacht Hotel Esztergom
Cat. B - Hotel Szent Adalbert Esztergom, Szent Tamás HouseDay 13: Esztergom - Szentendre - Budapest, 34 mi. (55 km) + boat or train
You cycle along the "Donauknie", which is probably one of the most attractive sections of the entire Danube bike path. The Royal Palace and the castle of Visegrád are a delight and the open-air museum as well as the baroque old town of Szentendre invites you to linger. From Szentendre, you will board a river boat* that brings you the last few miles into Budapest. Budapest, a city that dates back to the Old Stone Age, has enough antiquity to satisfy any history buff, as well as the gastronomy and culture to impress travelers of all ages. Be sure to visit the Széchenyi Baths, the Hungarian Parliament, or the National Gallery.*The timetable for the boat in 2024 has not yet been established. The boat is expected to run every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from early May until the end of September. Outside of this period, you will receive a train ticket as a replacement.
Sample accommodation:
Cat. A - NH Hotel Budapest City Center
Cat. B - Impulso Fashion Hotel BudapestDay 14: Individual departure
Your time in Budapest comes to an end, unless you wish to stay longer! Please inquire about extra nights!Day 1: Arrival in Passau
Day 2: Passau - Aschach/Brandstatt, 43 miles (70 km)
Day 3: Aschach/Brandstatt - Ardagger/Grein, 49 miles (80 km)
Day 4: Ardagger/Grein - Krems, 53 miles (85 km)
Day 5: Krems - Vienna, 49 miles (80 km)
Day 6: Vienna - Bratislava, 43 miles (70 km)
Day 7: Bratislava - Györ, 49 miles (80 km)
Day 8: Györ - Esztergom, 68 miles (110 km)
Day 9: Esztergom - Budapest, 53 miles (85 km)
Day 10: Departure from BudapestDaily distances and exact overnight destinations depend on the category of hotels and the length of the tour booked. All distances are approximate. You may encounter deviations in the route due to road work or other unforeseen circumstances.
Day 1: Arrival in Passau
You will arrive at the Three-River City of Passau, one of the oldest cities in Bavaria. If you arrive early, be sure to take a stroll on the delightful old-world cobblestoned streets and visit the jewel of the city: Saint Stephen’s Cathedral. This Italian Baroque-style building is home to the largest organ outside of the United States. In the evening, our personal representative will hand over your bikes and provide a welcome meeting.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Passauer WolfDay 2: Passau - Aschach/Brandstatt, 43 miles (70 km)
Today you will start your trip along the Daube River. Via Obernzell, you pedal through the Sauwald region with lush forests and abundant farmland to Engelhartszell. Stift Engelszell or Engelszell Abbey, founded in 1293, is the only Trappist monastery in Austria and is also home to the only Trappist brewery in the country (and only one of eight total outside of Belgium). The ride continues through the Donauleiten nature reserve, from where you reach the Schlögen Bend. This is where you'll see the mighty Danube river change directions by 180 degrees, an incredible natural spectacle that you will admire during a ferry ride to the other side of the river. Soon you will reach Aschach, where you will find your hotel.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Faustschlössl AschachDay 3: Aschach/Brandstatt - Ardagger/Grein, 49 miles (80 km)
The route leads through the green Eferdinger Basin via the market towns of Aschach, Ottensheim, and Wilhering. You'll eventually reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. Linz is unique as it features an awesome combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations. Further highlights of the European cultural capital of 2009 are the magnificent views from the Pöstlingberg. Later, you will continue your trip towards Strudengau and Nibelungengau to Grein and its surroundings. Here you have the opportunity to visit the oldest municipal theater in Austria that is still being used today.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Goldenes Kreuz GreinDay 4: Ardagger/Grein - Krems, 53 miles (85 km)
Leaving Grein, you'll pedal down river passing through Melk. Entering into town, you'll immediately notice the magnificent Melk Abbey standing high atop a rocky hill; the focal point of the area. You'll continue through the wine towns of Spitz and Weißenkirchen, cycling by the Dürnstein castle ruin, and finishing your journey in the 1000-year-old town of Krems. Krems city’s center is a virtually untouched 18th-century Old Town, whose architecture includes one of Austria's oldest churches. A stay in the Wachau region means that you simply must take part in a wine tasting.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Klinglhuber KremsDay 5: Krems - Vienna, 49 miles (80 km)
Today you will pedal via Traismauer and visit the Roman town of Tulln. The city is also known as the "city of flowers" thanks to its multitude of parks, gardens, and horticultural exhibitions. The final miles of your bike tour will be a relaxed trip to the Austrian metropolis of Vienna. There is so much to do and see here! Treat yourself to a Viennese-style Americano coffee and a piece of the famous Sachertorte cake in one of Vienna’s typical coffee houses. Explore the imperial Schönbrunn Palace and gardens, visit the Hofburg, or spend some time shopping on the Mariahilfer Strasse.Sample accommodation:
ROOMZ Hotel Prater ViennaDay 6: Vienna - Bratislava, 43 miles (70 km)
The national park Donau-Auen will be the scenery to start your cycling day. Here you will get to know the diversity of the flora and fauna as well as the manifold types of landscape. You pass the castle Orth and the village Eckertsau before reaching Bad Deutsch-Altenburg. Here the Roman bike trail (Römerweg) will bring you to Carnuntum. The archaeological park is regarded as one of the most significant archaeological sites in Austria. After Hainburg, you reach the border of Slovakia, and it's capital city Bratislava which is your next overnight stay.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Devín BratislavaDay 7: Bratislava - Györ, 49 miles (80 km)
You'll spend only a short time in Slovak territory before passing the Hungarian border in Rajká. Within the first few miles of your cycle trip in Hungary, you will discover charming villages in a region heavily influenced by agriculture. The route guides you through the so-called Szigetköz or Little Rye Island. This is characterized by the numberless side arms of the Danube. Mosonmagyaróvár, also called the "City of 17 bridges", is a great place to take a short break. Continuing on, you will pass Hédervár where you'll find a castle situated in the middle of a protected park. The day's destination is Györ. The oldest, most tangled, and most compact quarter of Győr is the Káptalan Hill, the cobblestone episcopal district full of interesting buildings.Sample accommodation:
Hotel Klastrom Györ (superior rooms)Day 8: Györ - Esztergom, 68 miles (110 km)
A long day awaits you! Soon you reach Böny in Hungary. From there, you will pedal on to Bábolna, a delightful little town that is famous for its racehorses. You'll head back to the Danube where you'll soon reach the divided town of Komárom/Komárno. The route runs near riverbanks in the flat Danube valley. Over the course of the afternoon, you pass quaint villages with vineyards always visible in the background. Those interested in history should plan a visit to the Roman castle Kelemantia which is on the way. Your destination, however, is the highlight! Esztergom (also known as "Hungarian Rome") is home to a basilica which is the largest church in the country. Take your time to explore this amazing city!Sample accommodation:
Hotel Szent Adalbert Esztergom, Szent Tamás HouseDay 9: Esztergom - Budapest, 53 miles (85 km)
You cycle along the "Donauknie", which is probably one of the most attractive sections of the entire Danube bike path. The Royal Palace and the castle of Visegrád are a delight and the open-air museum as well as the baroque old town of Szentendre invites you to linger. From Szentendre, you will board a river boat* that brings you the last few miles into Budapest. Budapest, a city that dates back to the Old Stone Age, has enough antiquity to satisfy any history buff, as well as the gastronomy and culture to impress travelers of all ages. Be sure to visit the Széchenyi Baths, the Hungarian Parliament, or the National Gallery.Sample accommodation:
NH Hotel Budapest City CenterDay 10: Departure from Budapest
Your time in Budapest comes to an end, unless you wish to stay longer! Please inquire about extra nights!Finally, be sure to check out all of our bike tours in Europe or look at our featured trips, specials, and news.
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Hotels & Bikes
You have a choice between two hotel categories for the 14-day itinerary:
Category A: Accommodation in well-selected 4-star hotels (some 3-star but best available)
Category B: Accommodation in chosen guest houses, hotels, and inns that are typically 3-star.
The 10-day itinerary uses carefully selected 3 and 4-star hotels and guest houses.
An example hotel list is available in the day-to-day itinerary.Bicycles
Accessories
- Saddle bag (water-repellent)
- Handlebar bag (water-repellent)
- Service-Set with tools and extra bicycle tube
- Pump
- Combination lock
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations for the selected number of nights in the chosen category
- Daily breakfast buffet
- Luggage transport from hotel to hotel (no limit, each piece no heavier than 20kg)
- 21-gear hybrid bicycle with waterproof pannier bag, handlebar bag, tool kit with extra tube and pump, and combination lock
- Bike Protection
- Personal welcome meeting and bike fitting
- Detailed travel documents including GPS-Tracks (1 package per room)
- 7-day emergency hotline
- Train ticket from Györ to Komárom, including bike
- Boat or train ticket from Szentendre to Budapest, including bike (as described in itinerary)
Additional for the 14 day regular itinerary
What’s Not Included
- Travel to Passau/from Budapest
- Meals other than those mentioned (dinners may be included, please refer to pricing)
- Local tourist tax if applicable
- Travel Insurance
Dates & Pricing
Dates
2024
Arrivals between March 31 to October 6, 2024
*Special arrival dates can be booked on request. With at least 6 people, a daily arrival is possible throughout the season at the regular price. If there are fewer than 6 participants, a special arrival date would result in a surcharge of €99 per person for the special luggage transfer.
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
Pricing
2024
Season 1 (Arrivals every Sunday): March 31 to April 12 | September 29 to October 6, 2024
Season 2 (Arrivals every Saturday, Sunday & Monday): April 13 to May 24 | September 7 to September 28, 2024
Season 3 (Daily arrivals): May 25 to September 6, 2024Category A Category B Season 1 $ 3298 £ 1699 $ 2,929 € 1948 kr 295227 ₪ 7962 ¥ 322123 Mex$ 36165 NZ$ 3553 NOK 22978 kr 22418 $ 2,163 $ 2807 £ 1446 $ 2,493 € 1658 kr 251276 ₪ 6777 ¥ 274168 Mex$ 30781 NZ$ 3024 NOK 19557 kr 19080 $ 1,841 Season 2 $ 3628 £ 1869 $ 3,223 € 2143 kr 324780 ₪ 8759 ¥ 354368 Mex$ 39785 NZ$ 3908 NOK 25278 kr 24662 $ 2,379 $ 3145 £ 1620 $ 2,794 € 1858 kr 281587 ₪ 7594 ¥ 307240 Mex$ 34494 NZ$ 3388 NOK 21916 kr 21382 $ 2,063 Season 3 $ 3856 £ 1986 $ 3,426 € 2278 kr 345240 ₪ 9311 ¥ 376692 Mex$ 42291 NZ$ 4154 NOK 26870 kr 26215 $ 2,529 $ 3408 £ 1755 $ 3,027 € 2013 kr 305078 ₪ 8228 ¥ 332871 Mex$ 37371 NZ$ 3671 NOK 23745 kr 23166 $ 2,235 Single room supplement $ 1234 £ 636 $ 1,096 € 729 kr 110483 ₪ 2980 ¥ 120548 Mex$ 13534 NZ$ 1329 NOK 8599 kr 8389 $ 809 $ 879 £ 453 $ 780 € 519 kr 78656 ₪ 2121 ¥ 85822 Mex$ 9635 NZ$ 947 NOK 6122 kr 5973 $ 576 Dinners included (seven, 3-course dinners, not included in Vienna or Budapest) $ 642 £ 330 $ 570 € 379 kr 57439 ₪ 1549 ¥ 62672 Mex$ 7036 NZ$ 691 NOK 4471 kr 4362 $ 421 $ 608 £ 313 $ 540 € 359 kr 54408 ₪ 1467 ¥ 59365 Mex$ 6665 NZ$ 655 NOK 4235 kr 4131 $ 399 Season 1: March 31 to April 12 | September 29 to October 6, 2024
Season 2: April 13 to May 24 | September 7 to September 28, 2024
Season 3: May 25 to September 6, 2024Season 1 $ 2290 £ 1180 $ 2,035 € 1353 kr 205052 ₪ 5530 ¥ 223733 Mex$ 25118 NZ$ 2467 NOK 15959 kr 15570 $ 1,502 Season 2 $ 2536 £ 1306 $ 2,253 € 1498 kr 227028 ₪ 6123 ¥ 247711 Mex$ 27810 NZ$ 2732 NOK 17670 kr 17239 $ 1,663 Season 3 $ 2756 £ 1420 $ 2,448 € 1628 kr 246730 ₪ 6654 ¥ 269207 Mex$ 30224 NZ$ 2969 NOK 19203 kr 18735 $ 1,807 Single room supplement $ 811 £ 418 $ 720 € 479 kr 72594 ₪ 1958 ¥ 79208 Mex$ 8893 NZ$ 874 NOK 5650 kr 5512 $ 532 Dinners included (eleven, 3-course dinners, not included in Vienna or Budapest) $ 405 £ 208 $ 359 € 239 kr 36221 ₪ 977 ¥ 39521 Mex$ 4437 NZ$ 436 NOK 2819 kr 2750 $ 265 Extra Options
Bike Upgrade
14-day tour 10-day tour Electric bike $ 508 £ 262 $ 451 € 300 kr 45466 ₪ 1226 ¥ 49608 Mex$ 5569 NZ$ 547 NOK 3539 kr 3452 $ 333 $ 356 £ 183 $ 316 € 210 kr 31826 ₪ 858 ¥ 34726 Mex$ 3899 NZ$ 383 NOK 2477 kr 2417 $ 233 Premium bike (27-speed) $ 203 £ 105 $ 180 € 120 kr 18186 ₪ 490 ¥ 19843 Mex$ 2228 NZ$ 219 NOK 1415 kr 1381 $ 133 $ 135 £ 70 $ 120 € 80 kr 12124 ₪ 327 ¥ 13229 Mex$ 1485 NZ$ 146 NOK 944 kr 921 $ 89 Road Bike (Merida, Model Ride 91) N/A $ 356 £ 183 $ 316 € 210 kr 31826 ₪ 858 ¥ 34726 Mex$ 3899 NZ$ 383 NOK 2477 kr 2417 $ 233 Extra Nights
Regular itinerary
Category A Category B Passau $ 151 £ 78 $ 134 € 89 kr 13488 ₪ 364 ¥ 14717 Mex$ 1652 NZ$ 162 NOK 1050 kr 1024 $ 99 $ 134 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 11973 ₪ 323 ¥ 13064 Mex$ 1467 NZ$ 144 NOK 932 kr 909 $ 88 Single room $ 235 £ 121 $ 209 € 139 kr 21066 ₪ 568 ¥ 22985 Mex$ 2581 NZ$ 253 NOK 1640 kr 1600 $ 154 $ 201 £ 104 $ 179 € 119 kr 18035 ₪ 486 ¥ 19678 Mex$ 2209 NZ$ 217 NOK 1404 kr 1369 $ 132 Vienna $ 168 £ 86 $ 149 € 99 kr 15004 ₪ 405 ¥ 16371 Mex$ 1838 NZ$ 181 NOK 1168 kr 1139 $ 110 $ 142 £ 73 $ 126 € 84 kr 12731 ₪ 343 ¥ 13890 Mex$ 1559 NZ$ 153 NOK 991 kr 967 $ 93 Single room $ 286 £ 147 $ 254 € 169 kr 25613 ₪ 691 ¥ 27946 Mex$ 3137 NZ$ 308 NOK 1993 kr 1945 $ 188 $ 235 £ 121 $ 209 € 139 kr 21066 ₪ 568 ¥ 22985 Mex$ 2581 NZ$ 253 NOK 1640 kr 1600 $ 154 Bratislava $ 151 £ 78 $ 134 € 89 kr 13488 ₪ 364 ¥ 14717 Mex$ 1652 NZ$ 162 NOK 1050 kr 1024 $ 99 $ 100 £ 51 $ 89 € 59 kr 8942 ₪ 241 ¥ 9756 Mex$ 1095 NZ$ 108 NOK 696 kr 679 $ 65 Single room $ 269 £ 139 $ 239 € 159 kr 24097 ₪ 650 ¥ 26292 Mex$ 2952 NZ$ 290 NOK 1876 kr 1830 $ 177 $ 185 £ 95 $ 164 € 109 kr 16519 ₪ 446 ¥ 18024 Mex$ 2024 NZ$ 199 NOK 1286 kr 1254 $ 121 Budapest $ 151 £ 78 $ 134 € 89 kr 13488 ₪ 364 ¥ 14717 Mex$ 1652 NZ$ 162 NOK 1050 kr 1024 $ 99 $ 127 £ 65 $ 113 € 75 kr 11367 ₪ 307 ¥ 12402 Mex$ 1392 NZ$ 137 NOK 885 kr 863 $ 83 Single room $ 286 £ 147 $ 254 € 169 kr 25613 ₪ 691 ¥ 27946 Mex$ 3137 NZ$ 308 NOK 1993 kr 1945 $ 188 $ 235 £ 121 $ 209 € 139 kr 21066 ₪ 568 ¥ 22985 Mex$ 2581 NZ$ 253 NOK 1640 kr 1600 $ 154 Athletic Itinerary
Passau $ 134 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 11973 ₪ 323 ¥ 13064 Mex$ 1467 NZ$ 144 NOK 932 kr 909 $ 88 Single room $ 201 £ 104 $ 179 € 119 kr 18035 ₪ 486 ¥ 19678 Mex$ 2209 NZ$ 217 NOK 1404 kr 1369 $ 132 Vienna $ 142 £ 73 $ 126 € 84 kr 12731 ₪ 343 ¥ 13890 Mex$ 1559 NZ$ 153 NOK 991 kr 967 $ 93 Single room $ 235 £ 121 $ 209 € 139 kr 21066 ₪ 568 ¥ 22985 Mex$ 2581 NZ$ 253 NOK 1640 kr 1600 $ 154 Bratislava $ 151 £ 78 $ 134 € 89 kr 13488 ₪ 364 ¥ 14717 Mex$ 1652 NZ$ 162 NOK 1050 kr 1024 $ 99 Single room $ 269 £ 139 $ 239 € 159 kr 24097 ₪ 650 ¥ 26292 Mex$ 2952 NZ$ 290 NOK 1876 kr 1830 $ 177 Budapest $ 151 £ 78 $ 134 € 89 kr 13488 ₪ 364 ¥ 14717 Mex$ 1652 NZ$ 162 NOK 1050 kr 1024 $ 99 Single room $ 286 £ 147 $ 254 € 169 kr 25613 ₪ 691 ¥ 27946 Mex$ 3137 NZ$ 308 NOK 1993 kr 1945 $ 188 Transfers*
Budapest to Vienna (by bus), without bikes,
available Fri, Sat, Sun in seasons 1&2 and daily in season 3$ 134 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 11973 ₪ 323 ¥ 13064 Mex$ 1467 NZ$ 144 NOK 932 kr 909 $ 88 Budapest to Vienna (by bus), with own bikes $ 200 £ 103 $ 177 € 118 kr 17883 ₪ 482 ¥ 19513 Mex$ 2191 NZ$ 215 NOK 1392 kr 1358 $ 131 Vienna to Passau, without bikes, available daily $ 134 £ 69 $ 119 € 79 kr 11973 ₪ 323 ¥ 13064 Mex$ 1467 NZ$ 144 NOK 932 kr 909 $ 88 Vienna to Passau, with bikes, available daily $ 200 £ 103 $ 177 € 118 kr 17883 ₪ 482 ¥ 19513 Mex$ 2191 NZ$ 215 NOK 1392 kr 1358 $ 131 Return journey by train (advanced reservation), without bikes $ 66 £ 34 $ 59 € 39 kr 5911 ₪ 159 ¥ 6449 Mex$ 724 NZ$ 71 NOK 460 kr 449 $ 43 *Please refer to extra info for more information including travel times!
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
The tour is mostly flat with some slight hills along the way. The Austrian section of the trip follows well-maintained cycle paths, while the Hungarian section follows country roads. The average distance is 30 miles per day (48 km). As always, when entering and exiting towns and cities, traffic will be encountered so good control and balance of your bicycle is necessary.
Airport Info
There are a couple of options as far as arrival and departure airports.
- You can arrive to Munich Airport (MUC) which is well connected to the city center and beyond by public transportation, taxis, and transfer services and depart from Budapest (BUD).
- If you prefer to arrive and depart from the same airport, you can arrive and depart from Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Local Travel
Arrival in Munich:
- Take a bus to Freising train station. It’s also possible to take a taxi from the Airport to Freising Station. From Freising, continue by train to Passau. The train ride is approx. 2–2½ hr. (depending on connections).
- Take the Regional Express train from the airport to Landshut and then get on another regional train that takes you to Passau. The wait between trains is approximately 15 minutes and does not require you to change tracks. Important to note, these tickets can only be purchased on the DB phone app or at the train station. Purchasing tickets from the machine will not give you this option since it does not allow bookings for multiple regional trains.
- Private transfers are available for a supplement from the airport or Munich City Center to Passau. See pricing. Departure from Budapest:
Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD), formerly known as Budapest Ferihegy International Airport, is about 10 miles from the city center. Both terminals at the airport are accessible via public transport. Buses run between KÅbánya-Kispest metro station in the city and the airport. The bus ride from the metro station to Terminal 2 takes about 30 minutes.
Arrival in Vienna:
From Vienna Airport, you can take a train to Passau. There are a few direct departures or many departures with transfers involved. We can assist you with reserving a ticket. See pricing.
Departure from Vienna:
At the end of your tour, from Budapest’s main train station, Budapest-Keleti, you can take a train to Vienna. Travel time is just under 3 hours. The airport is outside the city limits, about 20 km (12.5 miles) from the city center. The CAT train line is the dedicated train link between Vienna and the airport. It leaves from Wien Mitte and delivers you to the airport (and vice versa) in 16 minutes, with no stops en route.Climate
Please check local conditions prior to arrival and keep in mind that you will be experiencing an epic tour, visiting four countries, from Passau, through the Wachau Valley, into Bratislava and all the way to Budapest. Not only will you have rural cycling all along the river, but you will be visiting some larger cities in which the temperature always varies from the countryside. The narrow Wachau Valley, in the middle of your excursion, is situated between two high forest plateaus. Here the Danube River Gorge is advantageously protected from the north and the west resulting in a microclimate that is otherwise found only much farther south. This has resulted in the development of unique flora and fauna. This unique climate and landscape combined with the soils is why wine cultivation is so successful.
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Safety regulations:
In Slovakia, wearing a helmet is required by law outside the city limits.
In Hungary, wearing a safety vest is required by law at night and during times of low visibility outside limits of cities/villages.
In Austria, wearing a helmet is mandatory for children under 12 years of age.Remarks
Electric bikes, children’s bikes, and special equipment for children on request.
Transfers
The transfer from Budapest to Vienna by bus is bookable every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in seasons 1 and 2, & daily in season 3. Departure takes place at approx. 3pm with pick-up directly at the hotel. The duration is approx. 3.5 hours. The price is €75 per person when renting bikes, or €104 per person with own bikes. Special transfers for 4 or more people available upon request.
The transfer from Vienna to Passau is possible daily with a departure at approx. 2pm. The duration is 3.5-4 hours. The price is €75 per person when renting bikes, or €104 per person with own bikes. Alternatively, we can arrange a train ticket (not including bikes) for €29 per person.Important to know
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It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status 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.Extra Stay
Consider booking extra nights in Passau, Bratislava, Vienna, or Budapest, to explore more of these great cities!
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