Passau to Budapest Self-guided 14-day Cycling Tour Level 1

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4 Countries 14-days Cycling Tour Passau to Budapest. Along the beautiful Blue Danube, you can find Europe's most famous cycling path: Passau to Budapest. Discover a wonderful landscape, picturesque villages and the numerous impressive sights of the Roman and Nibelungen times. Schlogener Loop, Strudengau, Nibelungengau and the Wachau Valley (UNESCO region) all have their own unique and alluring attractions. You will cycle along the Danube through gorgeous landscapes of rolling hills, forests and meadows. Art and cultural aspects show and tell stories former times. Cosy wineries and other inns invite you to enjoy the culinary "Schmankerln" (specialities of the region). One of the many highlights included on this tour is the "City of Music", Vienna. The Slovakian capital Bratislava is a diverse city with a picturesque old town and is a "must-see" on the way to Hungary. The Hungarian metropolis Budapest, one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, is the crowning conclusion to your journey. This tour offers a pure and cultural experience mostly set away from touristic centres and is "off the beaten track". Untouched nature and cultural monuments can be found on the route between Vienna and Budapest. You cycle through the infinite widths of the Hungarian lowlands and you can also visit the famous Arabian National Stud in Babolna. The Basilica in Esztergom is the largest Catholic cathedral in Hungary and is more than worth a visit with all its cherished treasures. Enjoy the friendly people and the Hungarian hospitality on an unforgettable journey of a lifetime. Tour Character: Level 1-2. The tour is mostly flat and only sometimes slightly hilly. The Austrian section follows well-maintained and equipped cycling paths, in Hungary you will often cycle on country back and side roads. Upon entering and leaving cities there is traffic that must be closely observed. Included in the Cycling Tour: 13 nights in 3* and 4* hotel accommodation (hotel upgrades available). Daily breakfast or 13x dinner (surcharge 459 EUR p.p). Daily luggage transport (1 suitcase per Person/ max. 20kg). 1 bottle of high-quality wine in the Wachau Valley per room. 1 x train Krems - Tulln (incl. bike). 1x ship or train transfer in Danube Bend area. Service-hotline. Handlebar bag with route book, maps and information material per room. Not included in the Tour: Helmet purchase 46 EUR (payable in advance). Return transfer of own bikes, S1+S2 Friday, S3 Saturday only - 69 EUR. Local tax payable on spot (approx. € 1 -2,5 per person/night) valid for Passau-Vienna section. Bike rental/ insurance (25-52 EUR per bike). Dinners (unless half-board chosen). Drinks and lunches. Anything not mentioned in 'included'. Notes: The mileages and approximations are distances of the recommended routes. Please be prepared by packing all necessary items, for example, proper rain gear (jacket and pants), sun hat, sunscreen and proper sport shoes. The arrival to Passau is not included in the tour price and has to be arranged on your own. In Slovakia, you have to wear a helmet by law outside of city borders. In Hungary you have to wear a safety vest at night and by poor vision outside of cities/villages. This cycling tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility. Individual requests are in special cases possible (ie. handicapped accessible room). Except Formula 1 Grand Prix in Budapest | Arrival July 12 + 13 2026 | supplement of € 70,- per room in Budapest. 3 nights minimum stay in Budapest. Extra nights on request. All rental bikes are equipped with a pannier (saddle bag) and an odometer. Arrival/parking/departure: Linz (approx. 1hr away from Passau by train). Private transfer Munich city center or airport - hotel Passau, One way from € 300,-. Passau parking: Parking lots available, approx. 11 EUR per day. Departure Sundays and Monday. Please book your 21-Speed bike (229 EUR) or E-bike (399 EUR) when you book the tour: info@slowtours.com.au. Slow Tours offers a number of other Cycling Tours in Europe. Day 1 Passau: Individual arrival. Use the remaining time on a city tour or get to know the “City of Three Rivers” on a boat cruise (not included) or simply go for a stroll through the picturesque old part of town. Between 4pm and 7pm bike hand over – for late arrivals the next morning. Day 2 Passau – Schlögener Loop, approx. 41km: Start the first cycle tour through the Upper Danube Valley to Schlögen. In Engelhartszell, you can visit the one and only “Trappist“ monastery in Austria and you can even sample some delicious liqueurs straight from the convent. Continue the journey to the impressive “Schlögener Loop”, where the river makes a complete 180-degree bend. Day 3 Schlögener Loop – Linz, approx. 55km: There are small ferries between the banks. Enjoy the special experience of riding past the many ferries along the riverbanks as you continue to cycle through the Eferdinger Valley to Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. Enjoy the summer evenings with a stroll through the enchanting old part of town. Day 4 Linz – Strudengau, approx. 60km: An excursion to Enns, the oldest town in Austria is highly recommended and worthwhile in any case. This leg guides you through beautiful meadows while passing the Celtic village Mitterkirchen, rolling by the majestic church in Baumgartenberg and on to the romantic castle of Clam. Toward the end of the day, you reach the gorgeous Baroque village of Grein. There is the oldest theatre in Austria, which is awaiting your royal visit. Day 5 Strudengau – Nibelungengau, approx. 50km: Today’s tour is enjoyed by cycling through the fascinating landscape of tall and densely wooded rock formations on both sides of the Danube. High above the Danube is the Pilgrimage Church of Maria Taferl. From the distance the marvellous Benedictine Monastery of Melk is greeting you. Day 6 Nibelungengau – Krems/surroundings, approx. 50km: Another highlight on this tour is the chance to cycle through the magnificent Wachau Valley. A landscape where you will find terraced vineyards, apricot groves interspersed with castles, palaces and monasteries. There is also the possibility to take a break off your bike and relax on a short boat excursion. On your way to Krems you cycle through the wine villages of Spitz, Weißenkirchen and Dürnstein. Through these charming villages you will see quaint alluring taverns, which are just waiting to present Austrian hospitality at its best. Day 7 Krems/surroundings – Vienna, approx. 40km + train ride Krems - Tulln: You will depart this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Region by train. After arriving in Tulln, you ride your bike directly through the Vienna Woods (Wiener Wald) and pass through “The Gates of Vienna”. Along the way don’t forget to visit the impressive monastery in Klosterneuburg and then continue to the “City of Music”, Vienna. Day 8 Vienna – Bad Deutsch Altenburg/surroundings, approx. 42km: Not far from Vienna an untouched alluvial landscape and a Nature Reserve of stunning and diverse Flora and Fauna begins. Enjoy the wonderful peace and quiet, only interrupted by the twittering chirps of birds. The ancient Romans have left their footprints and also have relaxed in the nice warm water of Bad Deutsch Altenburg. The Archaeological Park of Carnuntum is waiting to take you into an exciting journey of the past. Day 9 Bad Deutsch Altenburg/surroundings – Bratislava, approx. 32km: Nestled between the hills of Hainburg and the Carpathian Mountains, you cycle on to Europe’s youngest capital, Bratislava. The Slovakian capital has an enchanting sleepy old town parallel to magnificent modern buildings. Day 10 Bratislava - Szigetköz – Györ, approx 82km: The marshy landscape of the Szigetköz is an ideal environment and paradise for birds and fish alike. In the midst of these wild and untouched lowlands with more than 500 tiny islands, you will find quaint farming villages and a labyrinth of countless Danube canals and creeks. The days bike tour ends in the beautiful city of Györ, situated at the mouth of 3 rivers. The city enchants with its baroque old town. Recommendation: Shorten the cycling stage between Mosonmagyarovar and Györ comfortably by train. Train tickets are available at ticket machines at the train station. This shortens the cycling stage to approx. 44 km. Day 11 Györ – Komarno/surroundings, approx. 57km: Take a look to the National Stud of Babolna which is the world famous Arabian horse breeding and is defiantly worth a visit. While you are visiting the Studs and the Stud Museum you can catch a glimpse of some secret Hungarian horse breeding techniques and methods. After cycling through the lush rolling hills into the village of Komarom, you will find your accommodation in the favourite village of renowned King Matthias. Day 12 Komarno/surroundings – Danube bend region, approx. 52km: Cycle along the banks of the Slovakian Danube on low-traffic roads through quaint and quintessential villages. On your way to the “Town of Bishops and Kings”, Esztergom, you pass the Roman fort of Kelemantia. Highlight of the day will be the Basilica of Esztergom, the largest Catholic cathedral in Hungary with beautiful views. Day 13 Danube bend region – Budapest, approx. 62km + Cruise: Amidst the hilly landscape, the river Danube divides itself into parts creating the Szentendre-Island. On this island, you cycle through typical Hungarian villages. Szentendre is famous for its numerous handicraft boutiques and the Open-air Museum of Skanzen. A few particular highlights include some of the most famous attractions in Budapest. During your boat ride to Budapest you'll enjoy the beautiful view of Budapest´s most popular sights. Day 14 Budapest: Enjoy this day in the metropolis of Budapest. If you want you can go back to Vienna by bus, departures are scheduled bus every 2 hours on a daily basis. The bus has to be booked prior to the guests´ arrival. Duration of trip approx. 3hrs. On request the bus will also stop at Vienna International Airport. Train ticket Vienna-Passau is also available on request. 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