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.

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Rebooking FREE OF CHARGE until 28 days prior tour start; valid for all new bookings between May 01 and ***September 15 2021***. Valid for all tour-dates 2021 – the price of the newly selected date 2021 applies in the event of a rebooking.

DEAL! € 600,- discount per person for the tour starting September 30 2023!
(valid for new bookings as of September 05)

Join us on this eventful bike cruise through 6 countries and the most diverse cultures, revealing all the beauty of the Majestic Danube.

Discover the breathtaking natural scenery of the Iron Gates, one of the most spectacular gorges in Europe, the vast expanse of the Pannonian plains, cycle through the Danube Bend in Hungary and the breadbaskets of Croatia and Serbia, through idyllic wine-growing regions and past commanding fortresses high above the river. Visit Belgrade, the "white city", fall in love with bewitching Budapest, the "Paris of the East", marvel at the baroque palaces in the picturesque old Town of Bratislava and let yourself be carried away by the elegant charm of Vienna, the city of the waltz.

In addition to scenic and cultural highlights, good food and a crew that will read your every wish from your eyes are the guarantee of success for an unforgettable and unique cycling holiday experience.

Our Tip: Book early, those bike & boat trips fill up fast!

Route

Tour profile / Level 1-2

The cycle paths are asphalted for the most part and run through flat to lightly 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.

Tour profile Passau - Iron Gate

Day 1: Passau

Embarkation 4pm in Passau; departure is at 5pm. 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.

Day 2: Great Loop / Engelhartszell - Aschach approx. 42 km

Your first day’s cycling begins with a ride through the classic scenery of the ‘Great Loop’ Donauschlinge - one of the most beautiful sections of the Danube. Along the way you will encounter tiny villages and cozy cider taverns. In Austria’s only Trappist monastery at Engelhartszell you can taste their delicious liquors and cheese. The famous ‘Schlogener View’ provides a wonderful panorama of the surrounding Austrian countryside. The boat welcomes all cyclists back on board in the charming market town of Aschach.

Day 3: Devin - Bratislava, approx. 15-43 km

A narrow cycle path runs along the Iron Curtain from the castle ruins in Devin to the splendid palace of Schloss Hof, which boasts one of the most magnificent baroque gardens in Europe. There follows a stretch of untouched countryside 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.

Excursion: Bratislava - Bus + Walking Tour
Enjoy a comfortable sightseeing tour in Bratislava by bus or slow train (depending on availability). The tour starts in the harbour and takes you past the famous Saint Martin’s Cathedral - the former coronation church for Hungarian Kings -, and the Church of the Trinitarian Order. You drive past the Grassalkovich-Palais - the present residence of the Slovakian president -, and the Information Centre of the European Union. You walk through the Viennese Gate to the Ehrenhof courtyard that offers a beautiful view of the Old Town. Afterwards the bus or train takes you back down from the hill to St. Michael’s Gate. Together with your guide you will discover the historic centre.
Price: € 31,-
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Participants: min. 25 pers.
For this city tour, we also offer audio explanations via your smartphone. To start the audio guide, simply scan the QR code or visit the website provided by your tour guide on the day of the excursion. Please note that data roaming charges may apply when using the audio guide (approximately 60 MB). To fully enjoy this service, we kindly ask you to bring your own headphones for your mobile phone. If you don’t have headphones with you, we also offer Bluetooth headphones for purchase in our onboard shop.

Day 4: Budapest | Excursion to Szentendre approx. 27-54 km (or rest day)

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. Get a taste of the fiery Hungarian temperament at a Hungarian folklore show with traditional music and folk dance accompanied by wine and hearty local food (optional).

Excursion: Budapest Sightseeing Tour by BIKE
Accompanied by an experienced bike guide you will visit the most famous sights. You cross the Danube on the famous Chain Bridge, and cycle past the Parliament building, cross the Liberty Square, and City Park, and get to the Heroe’s Square.
Price: € 32,-
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Participants: min. 7 pers.
Excursion: Budapest Sightseeing tour by BUS
Budapest - “The Queen of the Danube” - is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. The banks of the Danube are lined with breathtaking magnificent buildings, such as the Parliament and the castle. Take a panoramic cruise along the Danube and then take the elevator or escalator up to the Castle District to see the famous Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church and the magnificent castle and enjoy a fantastic panoramic view of the city. You will end your tour at the interesting market hall, wehere you will be brought back to the ship.
Price: € 32,-
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Participants: min. 30 pers.
For this city tour, we also offer audio explanations via your smartphone. To start the audio guide, simply scan the QR code or visit the website provided by your tour guide on the day of the excursion. Please note that data roaming charges may apply when using the audio guide (approximately 60 MB). To fully enjoy this service, we kindly ask you to bring your own headphones for your mobile phone. If you don't have headphones with you, we also offer Bluetooth headphones for purchase in our onboard shop.

Day 5: Baja - Mohacs, approx. 37 km

From the quiet Baroque town of Baja that is famous for its fish soup, you’ll 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 Mohacs, Hungary’s southernmost town on the Danube and famously the site of two battles with the Turks.

Day 6: Belgrade (rest day)

Explore the fun-loving Serbian capital at the confluence of the Sava and the Danube by bike or bus, take a journey in time from the past to the present and learn about the rise and fall of Yugoslavia (optional). In the evening, Belgrade is bathed in a sea of light. Visit the famous artists’ quarter "Skadarlija", where in the countless taverns typical local specialties are served to spirited folk music

Excursion: Belgrade Sightseeingtour by BUS
Discover the largest metropolis of the Balkans by bus. Gain insight into the rich history of the former Yugoslavian capital at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. Visit the largest cathedral in the Balkans, the Temple of St. Sava. The tour covers the main sights of the city, including the monument of Mihailo Obrenović, Serbian Parliament, Fortress of Belgrade Kalemegdan. Concluding with a walk through the student quarter of Belgrade in the center.
Price: € 36,-
Duraton: approx. 3 h
Participants: min. 25 pers.
For this city tour, we also offer audio explanations via your smartphone. To start the audio guide, simply scan the QR code or visit the website provided by your tour guide on the day of the excursion. Please note that data roaming charges may apply when using the audio guide (approximately 60 MB). To fully enjoy this service, we kindly ask you to bring your own headphones for your mobile phone. If you don’t have headphones with you, we also offer Bluetooth headphones for purchase in our onboard shop.
Excursion: Belgrade City Tour by BIKE
Experience the modern and cosmopolitan city of Belgrade from the saddle of your bike and learn interesting facts about the history and politics of the former Yugoslavian Capital. On your tour you’ll be able to see among other things the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Old Palace. A stroll through the historic center of Zemun will bring you closer to the Balkan culture and flair.
Price: € 36,-
Duration: 3 h
Participants: min. 7 pers.

Day 7: Cataract Canyons / Iron Gates National Park (rest day)

Experience the stunning fjord-like landscape at close quarters from the ship’s deck. The river cuts through the Romanian Carpathian mountains and the mighty foothills of the Balkan mountain range. A spectacular landscape with steep gorges, dark forests with historic monuments and impregnable fortresses on the shores that are reflected in the blue waters of the river: this miracle of nature will take your breath away!

Day 8: Novi Sad - Ilok, approx. 48 km

The imposing Petrovaradin fortress perches high above the provincial capital of the Vojvodina. After cycling upstream along a flat cycle path, you 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 in the English royal family. A stroll train will take you to the old wine cellar (1450), where you will taste through the most famous wines of the region. In some cases, a Tamburizza group will accompany us through the evening (optional).

Day 9: Batina - Mohacs, approx. 42 km

You are in the border triangle and cycling through the endless expanse of the Batschka (the territory of the Danube Swabians). Small, dreamy farming villages, bright yellow rape fields and endless agricultural areas line your way from Croatia via Serbia to Hungary. Farmers cheerfully wave from their fields, and every 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, for which even a separate museum has been established. On your way to Mohacs, Hungary, you will pass the National Memorial commemorating the great battle of 1526.

Day 10: Kalocsa - Solt, approx. 50 km

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’ll learn a lot about Hungary’s favourite spice. Continue your journey on the well-built cycle path along the flood protection dyke through the vast expanse of the Puszta. White sandbanks along the Danube bank invite you to jump into the cool water again and again. A visit to a horse farm with a riding demonstration of the famous Csikos shepherds, a farm museum and traditional handicrafts is the crowning conclusion of an eventful day (optional).

Day 11: Danube Bend - Esztergom, approx. 43 km

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’ll be able to experience the Hungarian zest for life at first hand. The dome of the imposing basilica in Esztergom that sits high over the Danube can be seen from far and wide. Hungary’s largest church, with its Tuscan style high altar and a side chapel with red marble walls is especially worth seeing.

Day 12: Vienna (Bike excursion to Klosterneuburg, Danube Island,...)

After so many action packed days of cycling, you deserve some relaxation. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the idyllic floodplain forest of the Donauauen National Park and the impressive skyline as you sail into Vienna. Go for a ride on the Danube Island – Vienna’s favourite recreational area, cycle out to the nearby Klosterneuburg Abbey or wander through the idyllic vineyards of the so called Kahlenberg (with magnificent views over the city and the Danube). The day ends traditionally with a concert of classic waltz and operetta music in a historic Viennese palace (optional).

Excursion: Waltz and Operetta Concert at Schönbrunn Palace
Enjoy a concert in the location that Mozart returned to time and again throughout his career: the restored Schönbrunn Palace’s Orangery. The baroque Orangery was often used for pompous celebrations already during Imperial times. The most famous melodies by Mozart and Strauß presented by the renowned Schönbrunn Palace Festival Orchestra, accompanied by virtuoso vocals and dance fascinate the guests every evening anew.
Price:
Cat. A € 91,-
Cat. B € 71,-
Cat. C € 61,-
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Participants: min. 30 pers.

Day 13: Vienna (rest day)

Discover Vienna: from the saddle on a guided bike tour or on your own with the HOP ON HOP OFF Bus (optional). Ride through the historic city centre at a leisurely pace and see the sights from close up. The magnificent Ringstraße will remind you of times long 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, a feast for the senses. End your day in Vienna in traditional fashion at a rustic wine tavern.

Excursion: Vienna City Tour by BIKE
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!
Price: € 41,-
Duration: approx. 3 hours
Participants: min. 7 pers.
Excursion: Vienna City tour - 48h - Hop On Hop Off BUS
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
48-hours ticket € 42,-

Day 14: Wachau | Krems - Melk, approx. 37 km

This final stage of your cycling tour can best be described as magical! The gentle hilly countryside of the Wachau with their picturesque villages, historic castles and palaces surrounded by apricot trees and terraced vineyards, is one of the loveliest stretches of the river. 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)! AT05_WeinverkostungSpitz

Day 15: Passau

As you cruise back up the Danube, enjoy the early morning sunshine as you wind your way to Passau, where you will disembark at about 11am. Connecting travel should not be booked earlier than 12pm.

You are also welcome to book an extension at the 3*+ Hotel IBB Passau Sued DE04_IBBPassauSued_EN or 4* Passauer Wolf DE04_PassauerWolf_EN in Passau through us.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In the event of extremely high or low water, the shipping company reserves the right to bridge stages by bus or even to cancel the trip at short notice without any legal claim arising therefrom (water levels are force majeure). The same applies for officially decreed repairs to locks or bridges, not announced in advance, or in the event of motor or propulsion damage to the ship without attributed fault.
On one hand, a riverboat is a “holiday hotel”, while on the other, it is also a means of transport that moves with motor power and must always be operated, even at night (partially with lock and bridge passages and the retractions and extensions of the structures caused as a result). Mistakes can happen with lock passages. This is the case for all Danube journeys and cannot be avoided.
Please bear in mind that riverboats are restricted (bridge passages, locks) in size (length, height, width) and therefore cannot be compared with cruise liners at sea. The cabins are limited in space but are nevertheless comfortable and furnished.

Services

Included services

14 nights in outside cabins with private facilities and air conditioning
Harbor fees
Program according to itinerary from/to Passau
Captains greeting and welcome cocktail
Full board: rich breakfast, lunch on board (non- cyclists) or packed lunch (cyclists), afternoon coffee break, dinner (2/3 dishes to choose from), late night snack
Gala dinner with farewell cocktail
Farewell-Crew-Show
Daily live-music
Tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group
Daily information meeting
Detailed travel documents per cabin, GPS tracks + cycling tour app with voice navigation per cabin

Additional included services in guided tour
Cycling tour guide
Ferry rides
City tour Budapest by bus
City tour Belgrade by bus
City tour Vienna by bike
Rental helmet (adults only)

Individual Cyclingtour

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 informs 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. During a guided tour by bike or bus you will pass by numerous famous sights in Vienna and Budapest.

Our tip: Get your eSIM for a low-priced holiday-data package here

Dates & Prices

Dates

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Extras

% Reduction for children in cabin
0-2,99 years in baby cot*	-100%
3-11,99 years in cabin with min 2 full paying adults; Cat Standard	-30%
3-11,99 years in cabin with min 1 full paying adult; Cat Standrad	-10%
Guided tour
May 06, , August 05, September 30	459

Bicyle & equipment
21/24-speed bike	139
E-bike	289
Bringing own bike	60
Bringing own e-bike	80

Additional nights
Passau 3+ (dbl/sgl)*	51/80
Passau 4* (dbl/sgl)	72/105


Transfer
one way PRIVATE (total 1-8 pers.) from/to Munich Airport	240
one way PRIVATE (total 1-8 pers.) from/to Munich Centre	290

* please update us to your exact requirements; flight details and i.a.hotelname required

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If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!

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5,2 of 6 Stars | 60

The trip exceeded our expectations. The boat and the food and service were all excellent. The sections chosen for us to ride were excellent as well......L.B. 05/23

5,6 14.10.2024 | Sue M. Danube Experience by BIKE + BOAT / Iron Gate

Danube 2024

Tour concept, destinations, and ships staff were excellent, food provided was amazing. Areas for possible improvement - COMMUNICATION - very confusing at times inconsistencies between tour directors information and daily schedule sheet a cause for frustration, ...

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 6
Travel documents 6
Per-Tour information 6
Accomodation 6
Board 6
Route description 5
On-site assistance 5
Route-character 4
Bicycle + equipment 6
Price-performance ratio 6

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5,1 23.08.2024 | Joseph W. Danube Experience by BIKE + BOAT / Iron Gate

Delightful River Cruise and Bicycle riding

Well organized, the tour was great fun and well balanced . We rode through super scenic and serene bike paths long side hills of grape vines parallel to the Danube. Then through cities, including Budapest and Vienna with wonderful museums and historical ...

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 6
Travel documents 5
Per-Tour information 5
Accomodation 6
Board 6
Route description 3
On-site assistance 6
Route-character 5
Bicycle + equipment 3
Price-performance ratio 5

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5,3 21.08.2024 | Jeff A. Danube Experience by BIKE + BOAT / Iron Gate

Ship and Meals exceeded expectations.

The Danube / Iron Gate tour checked all the boxes. We very much enjoyed the ship, meals and crew. The route provided nice ride days and a couple "rest" days that you could choose a variety of ride or no ride options. The App worked well, navigation was ...

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 5
Travel documents 5
Per-Tour information 6
Accomodation 6
Board 6
Route description 5
On-site assistance 5
Route-character 4
Bicycle + equipment 5
Price-performance ratio 5

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5,2 19.08.2024 | Devon B. Danube Experience by BIKE + BOAT / Iron Gate

Great Balance of Culture and Exercise

We wanted a trip that would allow us to touch the cultures of several countries, get some exercise and yet have freedom to do our own thing. This bike & barge trip offered all those things and at a reasonable price. The quality of the food and the onboard ...

Overall satisfaction 6
Booking handling 5
Travel documents 5
Per-Tour information 5
Accomodation 6
Board 6
Route description 4
On-site assistance 5
Route-character 6
Bicycle + equipment 4
Price-performance ratio 5

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Route

Tour profile / Level 1-2

Tour profile Passau - Iron Gate

Day 1: Passau

Day 2: Great Loop / Engelhartszell - Aschach approx. 42 km

Day 3: Devin - Bratislava, approx. 15-43 km

Day 4: Budapest | Excursion to Szentendre approx. 27-54 km (or rest day)

Day 5: Baja - Mohacs, approx. 37 km

Day 6: Belgrade (rest day)

Day 7: Cataract Canyons / Iron Gates National Park (rest day)

Day 8: Novi Sad - Ilok, approx. 48 km

Day 9: Batina - Mohacs, approx. 42 km

Day 10: Kalocsa - Solt, approx. 50 km

Day 11: Danube Bend - Esztergom, approx. 43 km

Day 12: Vienna (Bike excursion to Klosterneuburg, Danube Island,...)

Day 13: Vienna (rest day)

Day 14: Wachau | Krems - Melk, approx. 37 km

Day 15: Passau

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Services

Included services

14 nights in outside cabins with private facilities and air conditioning

Harbor fees

Program according to itinerary from/to Passau

Captains greeting and welcome cocktail

Full board: rich breakfast, lunch on board (non- cyclists) or packed lunch (cyclists), afternoon coffee break, dinner (2/3 dishes to choose from), late night snack

Gala dinner with farewell cocktail

Farewell-Crew-Show

Daily live-music

Tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group

Daily information meeting

Detailed travel documents per cabin, GPS tracks + cycling tour app with voice navigation per cabin

Additional included services in guided tour

Cycling tour guide

Ferry rides

City tour Budapest by bus

City tour Belgrade by bus

City tour Vienna by bike

Rental helmet (adults only)

Individual Cyclingtour

Guided tour

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

Extras

Best - Price - Guarantee

Ship

Bicycle

Useful

Videos

Travel stories

Danube 2024

Delightful River Cruise and Bicycle riding

Ship and Meals exceeded expectations.

Great Balance of Culture and Exercise

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