Danube River - Passau to Budapest Boat & Bike Tour

by Freedom Treks
Region
Bavaria
Duration
8 days
Guided Status
Self-Guided
Difficulty
Easy
D-Score™
D1 - Beginner Friendly

Overview

Cycle through Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary as you follow the blue waters of the Danube River. Explore some of the Danube’s most spectacular cities, including Vienna's musical landmarks, Bratislava's cobbled streets, and Budapest's romantic buildings. Stop off in idyllic villages and cosy taverns as you cycle past untouched forests, dramatic river bends and pristine islands. Discover breathtaking castles and stunning palaces as you tour through Austria's UNESCO listed Wachau region. Spend a day off in Budapest visiting the market hall, restored old town and stunning churches or cycle to nearby Szentendre to see pretty houses and galleries.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Passau

Passau

Day 2: Great Loop - Engelhartszell – Aschach/Brandstatt

28 km 0 m

D1

Great Loop - Engelhartszell – Aschach/Brandstatt

Day 3: Devin - Bratislava

28 km 0 m

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Devin - Bratislava

Day 4: Budapest - Rest day or optional round trip to Szentendre

Budapest - Rest day or optional round trip to Szentendre

Day 5: Danube Bend - Esztergom

32 km 0 m

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Danube Bend - Esztergom

Day 6: Vienna - Rest day

Vienna - Rest day

Day 7: Wachau / Krems – Melk / Pöchlarn

23 km 0 m

D1

Wachau / Krems – Melk / Pöchlarn

Day 8: Depart Passau

Depart Passau

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental

About the Bavaria

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