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On this classic cycling tour you will experience the combination of nature along the scenic riverbanks of the Danube as well as the unique opportunity to visit the most important metropolis cities that lay alongside the Danube.
Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest have an overwhelming history with genuine notions of the yesteryear. Nostalgia is combined with a deeply intriguing history along the everchanging riverbanks of the Danube and all are included in the places that you will come across. Just to scratch the surface of this in-depth tour; it takes you to the Castle of Eckartsau, which happens to be the place where Austrian Emperor Karl I and his wife Zite met their fate. And in Bratislava, where the coronation of Hungarian Kings took place and the famous empress Maria Theresia acquired much of her fame, prestice and honour. In Esztergom, the first Hungarian king, King Stephan, was born and accepted his coronation. Empress Sissi of Austria was crowned Queen of Hungary in Budapest. All of this plus much more will certainly make for a trip of a lifetime.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Arrival in Vienna
ndividual arrival to Vienna, this evening belongs to you! What about a short city walk or a visit at a typical Viennese tavern Heurigen?
Day 2
Vienna to Bad-Deutsch Altenburg approx. 45 km image 1 Vienna to Bad-Deutsch Altenburg approx. 45 km
Not far from Vienna begins an untouched alluvial landscape and a Nature Reserve with stunning and diverse Flora and Fauna. Get away from it all and enjoy the wonderful peace and silence, only interrupted by the twittering chirps of birds. The ancient Romans have left their print and also have relaxed in the nice warm water of Bad Deutsch Altenburg. The Archaeological Park of Carnuntum will invite you into an exiting journey of the past.
Day 3
egion Bad D. Altenburg to Bratislava approx. 32 km
Nestled between the hills of Hainbury and the Carpathian Mountains, you start your days journey with a short transfer by train and then cycle on to Bratislava – the capital of Slovakia. The quaint old city centre with numerous sights, a lovely pedestrian zone and countless restaurants and cafes will invite you to an extended stroll. High above the city, stand the towers and walls of an exceptional castle
Day 4
Bratislava to Szigetköz to Györ approx. 45 km + train image 1 Bratislava to Szigetköz to Györ approx. 45 km + train
he marshy landscape of the Szigetköz is an ideal environment and paradise for birds and fish alike. In the midst of these wild and untouched lowlands with more than 500 tiny islands, you will find quaint farming villages and a labyrinth of countless Danube canals and creeks. After a relaxing and short train ride you reach the day’s final destination, Györ with its gorgeous Baroque-style old town squares.
Day 5
Györ to Komarom/surroundings approx. 57 km image 1 Györ to Komarom/surroundings approx. 57 km
The National Stud of Babolna is world famous for its Arabian horse breeding and is definitly worth a stroll through. While you are visiting the Studs and the Stud Museum you can catch a glimpse of some secrets Hungarian horse breeding techniques and methods. After cycling through the lush rolling hills into the village of Komarom, you will find your accommodations in the favorite village of renowned King Matthia
Day 6
Komarom to Danube Bend approx. 52 km + ship (Cat. A) image 1 Komarom to Danube Bend approx. 52 km + ship (Cat. A)
Today you cycle along the banks of the Slovakian Danube on small low-traffic roads through quaint and quintessential villages. On your way to the “Town of Bishops and Kings”, Estergom, also known as the “Hungarian Rome” or “Royal City”, you pass the Roman fort of Kelemantia. The Basilica of Estergom, the largest Catholic Church in Hungary, and the rest of the town are a highlight of this trip.
Day 7
Danube Bend to Budapest approx. 62 km + ship (Cat. B)
Amidst the hilly landscape, the river Danube divides itself into parts creating the Szentendre island. On this island you cycle through typical Hungarian villages. Szentendre is famous for its numerous handicraft boutiques and Open-Air Museum Skanzen. A few paricular highlights include some of the most famous attractions in Budapest. All in which you will discover on your boat ride (category B) into the city.
Day 8
Budapest – Vienna
You enjoy this day in the metropolis of Budapest. Departure by scheduled bus daily every 2 hours (11am, 1pm, 3pm), pre-reservation needed at time of booking (€29), later changes or cancellation only possible until 10 days before arrival; 3 hours duration. The return is also comfortably possible by speedboat (extra charge). Schedule subject to change!
For more details please have a look at the tour dossier.
- 7 nights ensuite 3*& 4* accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Luggage transfer (max. 2 pieces, max. 20 kg/piece)
- ship / train transfer into Budapest as per itinerary
- Service Hotline
- Handlebar bag with travel info (one per room )
Bike rental is not included in 2022 tour price - € 80 7-gear unisex or 21 speed touring bike with pannier bag and odometer
- €180 e-bike supplement hire ( subject to availability )
Halfboard option - €155 supplement (cat. B - 6 x dinners, in Vienna breakfast only)
€165 supplement (cat. A - 7 x dinners)
Option to book bus transfer at end of trip from Budapest to Vienna
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VIENNA
Cat.A: 4*Hotel Kaiserwasser
Cat.B ( images left & right ) : 4*Hotel Park Inn by Radisson
BAD DEUTSCH ALTENBURG AREA
Cat.A: 4*Hotel Altes Kloster
Cat.B: ( images left & right ) 3*Gasthof Stöckl
BRATISLAVA
Cat.A: 4*Austria Trend Hotel Bratislava
Cat.B: 4*( images left & right ) Hotel Saffron
GYOR
Cat.A: 4*Hotel Famulus
Cat.B: 3* ( images left & right ) Hotel Ibis Györ
KOMARNO
Cat.A: 4* Hotel Peklo
Cat.B: 3* ( images left & right ) Hotel Bow Garden
ESZTERGOM
Cat.A: 4*Hotel Portobello
Cat.B: 3* ( images left & right ) Hotel Szent Adalbert
BUDAPEST
Cat.A: 4*Novotel Budapest Danube
Cat.B: ( images left & right ) 4*Hotel Danubius Flamenco
How to get to the start point in Vienna:
We suggest flying to Vienna International Airport, as it is only approx 25 minutes to first hotel.
Alternatively you can also fly to Linz Danube Airport (approx 2 hrs to Vienna center) or Salzburg Airport (approx 3 hrs to Vienna center)
For airport bus info to Vienna please check AirportBus.at
As always please contact us in the office for more information (info@cyclingsafaris.com).
2024 SELF GUIDED TOUR
SEASON 1:
April 27 - May 3 (Arrival on Saturdays only)
€700 per person sharing (Category B) / €800 per person sharing (Category A)
€1000 for single occupancy (Category B) / €1140 for single occupancy (Category A)
SEASON 2:
May 4 - June 28 & September 14 - October 4 (Arrival on Saturdays & Sundays)
€800 per person sharing (Category B) / €900 per person sharing (Category A)
€1100 for single occupancy (Category B) / €1240 for single occupancy (Category A)
SEASON 3:
June 29 - September 13 (Arrival Saturdays & Sundays)
€870 per person sharing (Category B) / €970 per person sharing (Category A)
€1170 for single occupancy (Category B) / €1310 for single occupancy (Category A)
Category B: 3* & 4* hotels/inns / Category A: 4* hotels throughout
Bike rental is not included in tour price:
€100 bike rental 21/24 speed
€220 e-bike rental
Self Guided Tour Information
The season is from April 27 - October 4
Season 1: April 27 - May 3, October 5 - 12 (Saturday arrivals only)
Season 2: May 4 - June 28, September 14 - October 4 (Saturday & Sunday arrivals only)
Season 3: June 29 - September 13 (Saturday & Sunday arrivals)
We absolutely loved it! Everything went without a hitch, the bikes were very reliable and comfortable and we had no problem finding the hotels. We were lucky with the weather so all in all it was an amazing trip and great value.
Noelle Mac Donagh (Vienne to Budapest self led 2015)We had a wonderful time. Beautiful places & hotels, great bikes and maps; though there was 4 of us - we all had a different opinion in which direction we should be going first thing each day! Met some wonderful, friendly people.
Annette Kelly (Vienna to Budapest Self led July 2016)