Danube cycling holiday, self guided

by Responsible Travel

Region

Szigetköz,N/A,Carpathian Mountains

Duration

14 days

Guided Status

Self-Guided

Difficulty

N/A

D-Score™

N/A - Unknown

Overview

A 14-day, self-guided cycling holiday along the Danube River, traversing Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Accommodation is in 2-3 star hotels with luggage transfer included, making it suitable for active families. This self-guided cycling holiday follows the Danube Cycle Path, a route that hugs Europe's second-longest river. The path's existence promotes cycling as an environmentally friendly mode of travel. Most departures are for two people, minimizing the impact on landscapes and communities. The trip utilizes locally owned inns and hotels along the cycle path. The company aims to partner with businesses that display Austria's 'Hundertwasser' eco-label, signifying high environmental standards.

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Accommodation & Services

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Hotel

What's Included

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Bike rental

About the Szigetköz,N/A,Carpathian Mountains

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.

GBP 1640

per person

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Why Choose This Tour?

Passau, Engelhartszell, Schlögen and Schlögener Blick, Mauthausen, Linz, Grein, Wachau, Greifenstein Castle, Vienna, Donauauen National Park, Carpathian Mountains, Bratislava, Szigetköz, Györ, Komarno, Esztergom, Visegrád, Szentendre Island, Budapest.
Cycling through Austria, taking in beautiful landscapes such as the vineyards and villages of Wachau, with its romantic scenery, or the Donauauen National Park.
Visiting great cities along the Danube including Linz, Vienna, Bratislava (the capital of Slovakia), and Budapest (the capital of Hungary), where the journey concludes.
Cycling along the natural artery that links these fascinating countries provides an opportunity to appreciate their diverse landscapes and histories.
The holiday includes accommodation in 2-3 star hotels and guesthouses, with an option to upgrade.
Bike hire with 21 or 7 gears is included, and trailers and tag-alongs can be arranged for families.
The tour follows the Danube Cycle Path, a well-established route along Europe's second-longest river.
This is a self-guided journey, allowing for a more intimate travel experience with minimal impact.
The company supports renewable energy projects like wind and solar power, aligning with Climate Friendly, a standard-setter in climate change action.
The trip provides opportunities for cultural exchange and contributes to the welfare of host communities.
The company has a 'no local payments' policy, meaning all payments are made upfront, avoiding the risks and complexities of cash handling for travelers.