Cycling Tours,River Cruising
Experience an unforgettable cycling cruise through six countries and immerse yourself in the diversity of Europe! This captivating cycling journey reveals a wealth of breathtaking landscapes, vibrant metropolises and multifaceted cultures. Marvel at the spectacular Danube Bend and the deep gorges of the 'former Eastern Europe', cycle through the endless expanse of the Pannonian Plain and experience the fascinating equestrian art of the Puszta herdsmen. The 'White City' of Belgrade impresses with its distinctive Sava Cathedral, Budapest, the 'Paris of the East', enchants with a very special atmosphere. Explore the Baroque Noble Palaces in the Coronation city of Bratislava and let yourself be seduced by the charm of the Waltz metropolis Vienna. During your cycling tours through unique, enchanting landscapes, you can discover idyllic wine villages, imposing fortresses and enjoy the delicious specialties of the Balkan region. Individual or guided: This tour is bookable as a guided tour with personal attention from a dedicated guide, cycling in a small group, enjoying some delicious appetisers. Tour Profile Level 1-2: The cycle paths are asphalted for the most part and run through flat to slightly hilly terrain, mainly following the routing of Eurovelo 6, via cycle paths and country roads with little traffic. Don't feel like cycling today? You can reach your destination easily by boat.
Immediately after Embarkation between 16:00pm and 17:00pm, it's time to 'cast off'. Enjoy a final view of the beautiful City of Passau as you glide serenely into the sunset, past Dark Green Forests before entering the lock at the Jochenstein Power Plant on the border between Germany and Austria. Meals: Dinner
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Today, your first day's tour begins with a ride through the classic scenery of the 'Danube Loop' Donauschlinge, one of the most beautiful sections of the Danube. Along the way, you will encounter tiny villages and cosy Cider taverns. In Austria's only Trappist Monastery at Engelhartszell, you can taste their delicious Liquors and Cheese. The famous 'Schlögener View' provides a wonderful panorama of the surrounding Austrian countryside. The boat welcomes all cyclists back onboard in the charming Market Farmers Village of Brandstatt. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A narrow cycle path runs along former Eastern Europe from the Castle ruins in Devin to the splendid Schloss Hof Palace, which boasts one of the most magnificent Baroque Gardens in Europe. After a stretch of untouched countryside is followed and a short time later, you arrive in the vibrant City of Bratislava. Our miniature train tour of the Slovakian Capital, in which Hungarian Kings were once crowned (optional), begins with a glorious view from the Fortress perched on a hill overlooking the city and ends with a walk through the beautifully restored historic city centre. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Savour the entrance to Budapest and the stunning views of the city's most famous buildings. Discover the city that straddles the Danube on a guided tour (optional) or take a detour to the delightful little Town of Szentendre with many artists and galleries. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From the quiet Baroque Town of Baja that is famous for its fish soup, you will cycle along the flood protection dykes in the Gemenc floodplain, through sleepy river landscapes past fields of sunflowers. At the end of today's stage, you take the ferry to the little Town of Mohács, Hungary's southernmost town on the Danube and famously the site of two battles with the Turks. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, explore the lively Serbian Capital at the confluence of the Sava and the Danube. Take a journey in time from the past to the present and learn about the rise and fall of Yugoslavia (optional). Discover the lively Market life and historic buildings in Zemun, the oldest district of Belgrade, and taste some of the country’s specialities in one of the taverns located directly on the river bank. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, experience the stunning Fjord like landscape in the middle of the Danube. Here, the river cuts through the Romanian Carpathian Mountains and the mighty foothills of the Balkan Mountain Range. From the deck, enjoy views of the steep gorges, dark forests and historical landmarks. Highlights include the Decebalus Monument, which is a massive statue carved into the walls of the gorge. This natural wonder will give you goosebumps! Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The imposing Petrovaradin Fortress perches high above the provincial Capital of the Vojvodina. After cycling upstream along a flat cycle path, take a ferry to reach the gentle foothills of the Fruska Gora with its Orchards, Vineyards and Idyllic Farming Villages. Ilok, the Easternmost Town in Croatia, is famous for its wines, which are drunk even by the English Royal Family. You can choose to visit the 400 year old wine cellar of the local winemaker, taste the famous wine varieties of the region and learn about Croatia wine making traditions (optional, not included). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, you will be in the border triangle and cycling through the endless expanse of the Batschka (the Territory of the Danube Swabians). There will be small, dreamy farming villages, bright yellow Rapeseed fields and endless agricultural areas lining your way from Croatia via Serbia to Hungary. Farmers cheerfully wave from their fields and now and then a Horse drawn wagon crosses the road. The alternative route leads through the untouched nature of the Dunav-Drava-Nemzeti Nations Park. On the roofs of the farmhouses nest numerous white storks, which even a separate museum has been established. We will pass the National Memorial commemorating the great battle of 1526 on the way to Mohács, Hungary. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kalocsa, is the 'Paprika Capital' of Hungary and the character of the town is strongly influenced by colourful houses with hand painted, bright floral patterns and the Cathedral with its towers that can be seen even from a distance as they rise into the sky from the flat Hungarian plain. Visiting the Paprika Museum, you will learn a lot about Hungary's favourite spice. We then continue our journey on the well built cycle path along the flood protection dyke through the vast expanse of the Puszta. White sand banks along the Danube bank invite you to jump into the cool water. In the afternoon experience a Horse show with breathtaking demonstrations by the Csikosoks and a tasting of local specialties (optional, not included). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The Danube is framed by steep wooded hills as it flows through the picturesque, hilly landscape of the 'Hungarian Wachau'. Set in the middle of the Danube, the delightful Island of Szentendre radiates real Puszta Romance. As you continue your journey on Idyllic Cycle paths through picturesque villages you will be able to experience the Hungarian zest for life at first hand. The Dome of the imposing Basilica in Esztergom can be seen from afar. Hungary's largest Church, with its Tuscan style high Altar and a side Chapel with red marble walls, is especially worth seeing. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After so many action packed days of cycling, it's time for some relaxation. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the idyllic floodplain forest of the Donau-Auen National Park and the impressive skyline as you sail to Vienna. Go for a bike ride on the Danube Island, Vienna's favourite recreational area, cycle to the nearby Klosterneuburg Abbey or wander through the idyllic Vineyards of Kahlenberg (with magnificent views over the city and the Danube). Your day ends traditionally with a Concert of Classic Waltz and Operetta Music at Schloss Schönbrunn (optional, not included). Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Discover Vienna from the saddle on a guided bike tour or your own with the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus (optional). Ride through the historic city centre at a leisurely pace and see the sites up close. The magnificent Ringstraße Boulevard will remind you of times a long time past and inviting coffee houses will tempt you with delicious Viennese cakes and pastries. Afterwards, there's enough time to stroll through the quaint lanes or visit the Naschmarkt. End your day in Vienna in traditional fashion at a rustic wine tavern. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This final stage of your cycling tour can be described as magical! The gentle hilly countryside of the Wachau Valley with its picturesque villages, historic Castles and Palaces surrounded by Apricot trees and terraced vineyards, is one of the loveliest stretches. In Weißenkirchen, the cycle path is lined with cosy vintner’s taverns and you should definitely treat yourself to a break here (optional wine tasting)! Along the way you will also spot one of the most beautiful Baroque ensembles in Europe, The Abbey of Melk. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, enjoy the first rays of sunlight and the early morning tranquillity of the Danube Valley one last time. Catch a final view of the Danube Bend at Schlögen before you reach Passau and its surroundings, your heart bursting with memories and impressions. Disembarkation is at approx. 11:00am. Independent homeward journey. We recommend not making any arrangements for onward connections departing before 12:00pm. Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (rr)
