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Journey by bike from Vienna via Bratislava to Budapest along the scenic Danube Cycle Path
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Exploring the majestic cities of Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest
    • Experiencing the timelessness of the river landscape
    • Visiting the Basilica in Esztergom and the Danube Bend
    • Discovering the "Little Alföld" Protected Area, the Danube floodplain National park; and the Archaeological Park Carnuntum

What's this trip about?

    Journey by bike from Vienna via Bratislava to Budapest along the scenic Danube Cycle Path

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cycling & Biking

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Austria
  • Hungary
  • Slovakia

Attractions

  • Bratislava
  • Budapest
  • Vienna

Activities

  • Cycling
  • Mountain Biking
  • Independent

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Arrive Vienna

Make your own way to Vienna and the hotel, where you will receive your travel documents. The remainder of the day is free to explore. You can enjoy a stroll through the imperial city or visit a typical Heurigen (rustic wine taverns) to try some local snacks and goodies - there are lots of options in the 'City of Waltz'. Dinner and overnight in Vienna.

meals : D

Day 2 Cycle along the Danube to Bad Deutsch Altenburg (42km/26mi)

In the morning you will meet our representative and collect your bike. From Vienna you take the Danube-Cycle-Path through the national park “Donauauen", which was established to protect the Danube floodplain areas and the large diversity of plants and animals found wi...

Day 3 Continue to Bratislava (26km/16mi)

Nestled between the hills of Hainburg and the Carpathian Mountains, cycle to the Slovak capital, Bratislava, where you'll find an enchanting, sleepy old town in addition to magnificent modern buildings.

meals : B,D

Day 4 Cycle via the lowlands of Szigetköz to Györ (82km/51mi) or shorten with train

The 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...

Day 5 Stroll through the national stud of Babolna, cycle to Komarno/surrounds (57km/35.6mi)

Departing from Gyor needs some concentration then you cycle through the landscape of western trans Danubia. Continue to Komarno (Komarom), on the border between Hungary and Slovakia, the favourite village of King Matthias.

meals : B,D

Day 6 Cycle through quaint villages to Esztergom and the Danube Bend (52km/32.5mi)

Today you cycle along the banks of the Slovakian Danube on small low-traffic roads through quaint, typical villages. En route to Esztergom you pass the Roman fort of Kelemantia. Continue to Esztergom, known as “the Rome of Hungary”, which was the capital of medieval H...

Day 7 Cycle the Danube Bend, continue by boat or train to Budapest (62km/38.5mi)

The hilly landscape of the Danube Bend will enchant you. The river divides to create Szentendre island. Take your bike on the ferry across to the island and cycle through typical Hungarian villages. Szentendre is famous for its handicraft boutiques and the open air et...

Day 8 Trip concludes

The trip concludes in Budapest after breakfast. We can arrange extra nights for you in Budapest if you wish to extend your stay in this fabulous city

meals : B

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Price per day$174
Last Updated: 4/24/2024
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Requirements
Daily cycling distances range from 26-62km / 16-38.5mi, with shorter options available on some days. The route is mostly flat, sometimes with rolling hills. The Austrian section is on well marked dedicated bike paths whilst in Hungary you will cycle on country roads and side roads, sometimes unpaved (after wet weather these can be muddy or with loose sand therefore caution is required). Route finding in Hungary is less straightforward and will require more map reading. Entering and exiting the cities (particularly Gyor and Eztergom), there is some traffic to be aware of! The accent is on keeping a relaxed pace to take in all of the attractions, with time to stop and take photos. It is considered suitable for cyclists with a reasonable level of fitness including older children. For parents pulling trailers or trail-a-bikes please be aware that the cycling effort required is increased depending on the weight of the children. If you are not experienced cyclists we recommend the Blue Danube Cycle which is more suitable for families. *For safety reasons, we insist that cycle helmets be included as a compulsory item on your equipment list. Bike helmet (bring your own or they're available for purchase – note they must be worn outside cities in Slovakia), safety vest (compulsory in Hungary when cycling at night or in times of poor visibility), wet weather gear, sunscreen, jogging shoes and sun hat. A comprehensive gear list is provided in the pre-departure information provided on booking.,
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
7 nights in 3 and 4 star inns and hotels
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