BONUS - biketours: 5% extra discount for bookings until 60 days prior to tour start
Please note: You can only take part in this trip if you are vaccinated or recovered from Covid-19!
As of Oct 2022, subject to change.
Feel save, book flexible: FREE rebooking up to 6 weeks prior arrival to any alternative date in 2021 - applies to bookings between May 01 and June 15 2021 , the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.
It was in Passau that the Bavarian priness Sisi started her journey along the Danube as a young bride to Vienna, where she was eagerly awaited by her Emperor Franz. Follow in the footsteps of the Austrian empress by bicycle and on a premium ship as you discover breathtakingly beautiful river scenery with small sleepy villages, castles and palaces set in gorgeous countryside and enjoy warm Austrian hospitality at every stage of your cycling tour. The region is a gourmand’s paradise and famous for its cakes, pastries and other irresistible culinary treats. After Wiener Schnitzel, Sachertorte and apricot dumplings it’ll be much easier to burn up the miles... Wines from the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Landscape Wachau enjoy an international reputation, Linz, the capital of Upper Austria is home to the biggest church in Austria. And then there’s Vienna... Enchanting, charming and perhaps slightly eccentric, the City of Waltz will capture your heart in an instant. Magnificent buildings from the imperial age bear witness to the impressive history of times gone by.
ndividual or guided: surcharge for personal attention from a dedicated guide, cycling in a small group, enjoying some delicious appetizers.
Coronavirus/COVID-19: You will feel safe aboard our premium ship. Our crew pays attention to the highest hygiene standards, we will not be fully booked, so that there will be plenty of space to easily comply with distance rules. There is currently no general requirement for masks - in the reception area, the narrow aisles and at the buffet kindly ask to wear masks for your own protection. On the go in the saddle, on the sundeck or even in restaurant or bar - as soon as you take a seat, drop the masks ...
Our Tip: Book early, those bike & boat trips fill up fast!
In 1791 Grein’s inhabitants established the historic theatre in the town hall’s granary. Today this unique cultural monument is Austria’s oldest theatre that appears in largely original condition, and performances do still take place regularly. During the guided tour you will learn about the town’s history and listen to stories about the theatre.
Price: € 9,-
Duration: approx. 1 hr
Participants: min. 12
On a city tour of Vienna all the sights are within reach from the saddle of your bike or on the HOP ON HOP OFF bus (optional). The magnificent Ringstraße will remind you of times long past and inviting coffee houses will tempt you with delicious Viennese cakes and pastries, while the Naschmarket market is a feast for all the senses. End the evening on a magical note with a concert of waltz and classical operetta music in Sisi’s summer residence (optional).
During this sightseeing tour you will get closer to Vienna’s fascinating history. You will get to know breathtaking architecture, beautiful castles and gardens, impressive monuments and green parks. You will see Roman fundaments alongside with Gothic and Barock as well as modern buildings. The hop on hop off busses allow you to explore the town at your own pace and enjoy the panoramic view from the double deckers’ roofs while you get back ground information about the sights from the audio guide.
With your bike you will experience the most famous sights from a new, and completely different point of view. Riding along the Ringstraße boulevard you will pass the State Opera, Johann Strauß Monument, Hofburg - the Habsburg family’s winter residence -, and the city hall. Through the Old Town’s lanes you get to St. Stephan’s Cathedral where the tour ends. Many photo stops!
The Wachau Valley is Austria’s most famous wine region along the Danube River. In the historical "Salzstadl" (storage for salt) dating back to the 17th century you will learn more about, and taste local white wines (Grüner Vetliner, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc), and a local Red wine (Zweigelt). Served with brown bread from the village bakery.
Enjoy the first rays of sun and the early morning tranquillity one last time from the deck of the ship before you reach Passau, your heart bursting with memories. Disembarkation: approx. 10:30 a.m. We recommend that you do not make any arrangements for onward trains departing before 11.30 a.m. To be on the safe side, later departure times would be even better.
Included services:
Infividual Tour
You´ll receive a detailed roadbook with maps and infomation to the routing on
board.
You do not cycle in a group – you cycle individually in your own tempo
and are therefor able to time your day to your needs. Only the schedule gives you a
time frame.
Our cruise director explains the evening before the next cycling
path in the daily breefings and inform you about the specifics and gives tipps about
sightseeing, possibilities to take a rest and specialities.
If you do not want to
cycle, just stay on board and enjoy the passing landscape on the sun deck or relax
in the infrared cabin. The crew is trying to make your stay as comfortable as
possible.
Guided Tour
You cycle in a small group guided by a local tour guide. Taste some Austrian delicacies: you’ll try sweet cider in a wine tavern in the world-famous Wachau region you will also get to savour a small variety of regional wine specialties. During a guided tour by bike or bus you will pass by numerous famous sights in Vienna and Budapest.
Additional included services:
| % Reduction for children | |
| Children 0-2,99 yrs in a 2-bed cabin with 2 full paying persons (babybed) | free |
| Children 3-12,99 yrs in a cabin with min. 1 full paying person | -50% |
| 13-99 yrs in a cabin with min. 2 full paying persons | -20% |
| Guided tour | |
| Dates: July 09, September 03 | |
| Bicycle & Equipment | |
| 21/24-speed bike | 75 |
| E-bike | 175 |
| Binging own bike | 25 |
| Additonal night | |
| Passau 3*+ (dbl/sgl) | 58/83 |
| Passau 4* (dbl/sgl) | 66/95 |
| Collective Transfer (waiting time max. 60 min.) from/to Munich Airport | |
| one-way | 69 |
| round trip | 119 |
| supplement from/to Munich Centre or hotel, (1-8 pers., once) | 40 |
* please update us to your exact requirements; flight details and i.a.hotelname required;
Individual transfers (without waiting time) - prices on reques
On board our comfortable cruise ship you enjoy an exclusive atmosphere – in the spacious, convenient cabins as well as in the stylish outdoor area. Experience the fantastic view to breathtaking landscapes – on the bike, from the pool on the sun deck, in the comfy seats of the lounge, and even during your amazing meals in the first class restaurant.
This exciting bike trip will make your holiday unforgettable. A warm and charming crew is waiting for you to make your stay on board as comfortable as possible.
Ship information
| Capacity | 150 passangers | |
| Length | 110 m | |
| Breadth | 11,4 m | |
| Draft | 1,6 m | |
| Speed | 21 km/h | |
| Crew | approx. 35 | |
| Electricity | 220 Volt | |
| Language on board | German / English |
Cabin information
Standard, Comfort or Luxury ? On the MV Carissima YOU have the choice
All 75 de-luxe staterooms have 14 m² and feature a hotel-style double bed, which may be converted to two single beds. The half-height windows on the Main deck cannot be opened, the staterooms on the Upper and Middle deck provide full-size picture windows which do open. All cabins are equipped with a private bathroom with a shower, hair dryer, TV, safe and full air-conditioning.
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3 Passenger - decks
Main deck (lower deck, half-height windows cannot be opened):
Cabins Standard
Cabins Standard ECO (Operating-/generatornoise)
Middle deck (full-size picture windows to open):
Cabins Komfort
Cabins Komfort ECO (Operating-/generatornoise)
Upper deck (full-size picture windows to open):
Cabins Superior
Boardequipment
The first you´ll experience when boarding is the inviting atmosphere and the coziness of this river ship. In the restaurant you will experience a true culinary excursion through the Danube countries – the fantastic view of the beautiful scenery will sweeten the diversity of flavours you are tasting. In the Panorama-Lounge, where the bar is located, you can enjoy a glass of wine with your new friends and travel mates while the gorgeous landscape is passing by. Comfortable lounge chairs and discreet colors make you stay a little longer…
After an exciting day of cycling you can relax in the spa with sauna and whirlpool. For pleasant refreshment, jump into the pool (June through August) on the sun deck, from where you can enjoy a magnificent view. And if you are in the mood for reading, just borrow a book in the library! The comfortable ship will make your journey unforgettable. Wifi is available on board (payable on spot, connection can vary).
Restaurant / Catering /Kitchen
In the convivial panoramic restaurant, all guests will eat together at the same time. We provide daily fresh prepared international and national specialties from the cuisine of the countries along the route.
If you are traveling with friends, please mention this when booking. Gladly an internal note is deposited to get a common table in the restaurant. Please note that it is not always possible for several people to accommodate all at one table as there is limited space in the restaurant and not all table sizes are available.
The full board consists of: breakfast, packed lunch for bikers (resp. light meal for guests on board), dinner with menue-choice, coffee-/tea break with sweets in the afternoon.
Your table number will be provided during boarding.
Diet requirements
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lacto-free etc is no problem. Special meals have to be ordered latest by 3 weeks prior departure.
Please be informed that due to the limited shopping possibilities of the constantly changing ports, not all diets can be offered.
In individual cases and by appointment, you are also welcome to bring along your own food for your special meal.
Board- und Excursionprogram
A musician will provide evening entertainment. One day the crew invites you to an evening of entertainment, good mood and fun!
With your travel documents you will be informed about all possible excursions offered. Please also use the information event on board.
Excursions can only be booked on board with our cruise director.
Laundry Service
Put your clothes-to-wash in the plastic bag that you find in your cabin. After the next cabin service the housekeeping staff will take your clothes to the laundry and bring it back the day after. Further information and prices at the reception directly on board.
Excerpt from the price list: shorts € 3,-, pullover € 3,50,-, T-Shirt € 3,-, socks € 1,-
Drinking water / Beverages
The water on board is drinkable. It is stored in a special tank for drinking water, is treated chemically and regularly checked by the authorities. Of course you are welcome to purchase mineral water in the bar or restaurant (prices according to list).
Different drinking packages will be offered which are only bookable directly on board.
Drink prices without drinking package: softdrinks € 2,75, beer from € 2,90, coffee € 2,50, Gin/Vodka € 2,75, wine from €3,95/glass, Digestiv/Likör from €4,00, Cocktails € 8,50. subject to changes.
Please be informed that it´s forbidden do bring self-bought drinks on board and consume them in public areas. Consumption only permitted in the cabin.
Internet / Mobile phone
There is the possibility to connect to the Internet via WLAN / WIFI on board. Please take note that depending on the route, there may be restrictions on the connection from the on-board network to the Internet.
The first 100MB are free of charge, after that you can buy more data if needed. The access code and prices are available at the reception.
If you want to be reachable on board in urgent cases, please leave our office number at your family. We will forward you the message as soon as possible.
Life on board
There is no special dress code on board. Casual clothing is sufficient. For the concert and the gala dinner some passengers are dressed more elegant. We suggest appropriate clothing for the bike-tours as e.g. cycling pants, bike-gloves, sportive shoes, etc…sun- and rain protection – please don’t forget! A warm sweater for rather cool evenings on deck. Swim wear for using the opportunity on hot days along your bike-leg.
Our guests are very international from all countries all over the world.
Sundeck
Sometimes it is necessary - depending on the water level s- to leave the sundeck when passing low bridges for safety reasons. Please pay attention to the announcements of the crew .
Shore
You can leave the ship immediately after docking. We kindly ask you to be back on board at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
The times of residence can change at short notice, please pay attention to announcements and hints in the daily program. Please make sure that you pick up your landing card at the reception in the harbors before leaving the ship and return them when you return aboard. The shore maps are used by the ship’s command to check that all guests are back on board.
Medical care
For emergency cases doctors are also shortly available ashore.
Pets
It´s not allowed to bring pets on board.
Smoking on board
Please note that the whole ship (incl. cabins, restaurant, café) is absolutely a non smoking area. Smoking is allowed only on the open sundeck.
Tipping
For anyone who has taken a mainstream cruise before, the subject of tipping is a common one; after all, the wonderful service you’re treated to for an entire week an equally suitable reward.
Towards the end of the cruise you will find an envelope in your cabin . This will allow you to place cash into the unmarked envelope. The cash needs to be Euros. You can then place it in a box near reception. This form of giving a tip is useful to credit all crew-members.
A noncommittal directive would be approx. € 7,- to 9,- per person and day.
The cruise director is not included in this system. If you have been satisfied with his work during the week – there will be also a tip box available directly at the cruise director’s desk.
Currency/ Payment
All prices are in EURO. With each order you receive a receipt to sign.
The invoice can be paid in cash or with credit card (VISA or Master Card) on the day of departure at the reception.
Excursions have to be paid directly at the cruise director (credit card accepted).
ARRIVAL- and DEPARTURE - INFORMATION
Driveway to the dockings Passau Lindau / Racklau / Schalding:
Driveway is possible - parking is forbidden, stops only for un-/loading
Car parking Passau: attended parking lot € 68 / garage € 79
(incl. transfer to / from ship, payable locally; prebooking required)
In Passau we offer a guarded parking possibility with our Partner Globus Parkservice / Eichberger Reisen.
Parking for special vehicles (caravan, minibus, van) for additional charge. Prices incl. 2 transfers (parking-ship-parking). A transferbus will bring you directly to the ship. As buses cannot reach pier 1 or 2 you will get off at Römerplatz (pier 5) and have to walk the last meters (walking distance approx. 4-5 min.). Your luggage will be delivered seperately by minibus directly to the ship.
Further information will be given within your travel documents prior departure.
Train station: Passau
Passau is connected with the regional and intercity trafficnet of the Deutschen Bahn (german train). Main train station is reachable - depending on the ship landing stage of the ship - between 2-6 km. You´ll find taxis at the Airport exit. No liability for any delays. Please be informed that seat reservations can only be done via Deutsche Bahn AG (f.i. via webpage >>www.bahn.de) or in your travel agency.
Airport: Munich (MUC) / Vienna (VIE)
Driving Munich airport - Passau (via Freising): approx. 2 1/2 h (bus/taxi, train)
Recommended routing:
Munich - Freising
BUS Munich Airport - Freising train station (ca. € 3,30/person)
TAXI Munich Airport – Freising train station (ca. € 30,-/way)
Freising - Passau
TRAIN Freising – Passau / Bayernticket: 1st person € 26,- >> www.bahn.de
every next person € 6,- (up to person).; driving time approx. 2 h
collective shuttle Munich airport - Passau/ship: see tourprice list (reservation necessary)
Actual dockings at https://www.radreisen.at/dockings
Embarkation: from 4 pm.
Drop-off luggage + bikes: possible from 2.30 pm
Docking-addresses:
- Passau-Lindau (A), Franz-Weismann-Straße an der B 388
- Passau-Racklau (B), Racklau 3a
- Passau-Schalding (C), Industriestrasse 14a
Please note: place of embarkation/disembarkation can be changed by the port authorities even on the day of arrival.
If you can not find your mooring, please contact the cruise manager on board (phone number in your travel documents).
Disembarkation will take place after arrival of the ship (about 10:00 h) and will take about 1 hour to complete.
Please take this into account when planning your return journey and do not book trains before 11:30 h.
Note for private departing guests: Taxis are very popular in Passau on embarkation and disembarkation days - very long waiting times.may apply
Further information can be obtained on board from the cruise line or at the reception.
Minimum:
90 person (must be registered until 4 weeks prior departure)
Minimum Comfort Relax Package:
10 persons (max. 18 participants)
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