Cycle Tour from Vienna to Budapest

Three capital cities in 8 days / 7 nights from 445,- €
Cycle Tour from Vienna to Budapest
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Cycle Tour from Vienna to Budapest - Orth

The Hungarian Danube Cycle Path, or rather, the cycle route that weaves in and out of Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, takes you through Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest - three European cities that count as some of the most beautiful in the world. You will pass beautifully kept farming villages and pretty towns stuffed with history to follow the strong current of the River Danube, also passing the Au forest, protected along much of the route. Two days of the route therefore don't take you along the banks of the Danube, but through the charming countryside beyond. This cycle tour from Vienna to Budapest, is an easy cycle even for those who are not used to cycling.

This Danube Cycle Path tour is in two options available:


Classic B: Overnight stays in family run guesthouses and hotels of the 3*-category, some bed and breakfasts, in Vienna and Budapest in a 4*-Hotel.
Classic A:
Overnight stays in very good guest houses and hotels of the 3* and 4*-category.

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Day 1
Vienna

Individual Arrival in Vienna  

Take the opportunity today to visit the Danube metropolis, and let the charm of the city enthuse you. Visit Schönbrunn Castle, the Imperial Spanish Riding School, the Ferris Wheel with great views over the city or the cathedral of Stephansdom. Whether you take a horse and carriage ride, a visit to a café or an evening visit to a wine-bar: start your holiday off with a taste of Vienna.
Overnight stay in Vienna

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Day 2
Orth Castle

Vienna - Bad Deutsch-Altenburg region, approx. 45 km

The Danube cycle path leads you out of the city and through pristine river valley forests. In Orth you can visit one of the largest Renaissance castles in Austria. The route then continues on to today’s destination, where in you shouldn’t miss a look at the Roman history in the archaeological park in Petronell-Carnuntum.
Overnight stay in the Bad Deutsch-Altenburg region

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Day 3
Bratislava

Cat. B: Bad Deutsch-Altenburg region - Bratislava - Mosonmagyaróvár/Halaszi, approx. 60 km; Cat. A: Bad Deutsch-Altenburg region - Bratislava, approx. 35 km

Today you will cycle to the border town of Hainburg with its imposing town gates. Soon afterwards you will reach the Slovakian capital city of Bratislava, which is towered over by the majestic Preßburg castle. After a tour of the city, you will continue on along embankment paths and quiet roads to the Hungarian border and then through small farming villages to Mosonmagyaróvár, the “gateway to Hungary” with its beautiful old town and many, small, attractive canals.
Overnight stay in the Mosonmagyaróvár region (Cat B)/Bratislava (Cat A)

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Day 4
Schüttinsel

Cat. B: Mosonmagyaróvár/Halaszi - Györ, approx. 45 km; Cat. A: Bratislava - Györ, approx. 45 km + train trip

Today you will travel through small, dreamy, farming villages before reaching Györ, which has a population of 125,000 and is one of the most important towns in Hungary and whose origins can be traced back as far as the Bronze age. During a stroll through the magical, historical town centre you can view the impressive Benedictine church, the Carmelite church and the Bishops’ Castle. The many small and quaint shops are perfect for an interesting shopping trip.
Overnight stay in Györ

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Day 5

Cat. B: Györ - Tata, approx. 60 km; Cat. A: Györ - Komaron, approx. 35-45 km

Today you leave the flat Little Hungarian Plain to head for the small, gentle hills of Transdanubia. Husbandry is practiced a great deal here so you're bound to see some of the famous Arabian horses quite often. The Babolna National Stud Farm is not always open to the public, however cycling down the walnut avenues is something not to be missed. The small town of Tata is home to a castle next to the Old Lake, the Kuny-Domonkos museum and the Hungarian/German museum.
Overnight stay in Tata (cat. A)/Komoron (cat. B)

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Day 6
Tata Castle

Cat. B: Tata - Esztergom region, approx. 55 km; Cat. A: Komaron - Esztergom region, approx. 60 km

The more serious cyclists can set off straight through pretty, wooded hill-country to Esztergom. The more relaxed cyclists can take a short train journey to Komárom, the Hungarian and Slovakian town. The route continues along quiet roads on the Slovakian side of the Danube, occasionally passing small villages inhabited by the Hungarian minority. It is not until you reach Esztergom, the seat of the church in Hungary, that you cross over the Danube swapping countries again!
Overnight stay in Esztergom

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Day 7
Budapest

Cat. B: Esztergom region - Budapest, approx. 60 km; Cat. A: Esztergom region - Szentendre - Budapest, approx. 55 km + boat trip

Today you will cycle through the picturesque landscape of the “Donauknies“ to Visegrad with its imperial palace and castle, before you crossover to Szentendre-Island which is located in the middle of the river. The artistic village of the same name is worth a visit. The last part of today’s stage is the journey to Budapest, which you can also undertake by train or boat (cat A included).
Overnight stay in Budapest

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Day 8
Budapest

Budapest and individual return journey home

Take advantage of the day to sightsee in the busy Danube metropolis. Many view the city as being the most beautifully located city in the world: The Danube flows through the city like a silver thread and separates the two sections of the city; Buda and Pest. Although the city in its modern form is only 100 years old, visitors can feel the remnants of the style and glamour of the monarchy throughout the city. We would also be more than happy to extend your cycle tour in Budapest or Vienna.

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Options for the return journey
Hydrofoil Budapest-Vienna

Another enjoyable and not too expensive way of returning to Vienna is by hydrofoil. It's more like a ride on a Harley Davidson than a gentle river boat trip, taking only 6.5 hours to travel 400 kilometers down the Danube. You can take your bike on the hydrofoil too and there is an onboard cafe as well.

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Brief Information for the Cycle Tour from Vienna to Budapest
  • Start / Destination
    Vienna / Budapest
  • Duration
    8 days, 7 nights
  • Length
    approx. 275 / 325 km
  • Daily routes
    between 35 and 60 kilometres by bike
  • Profile of the route
    The route largely covers flat ground (except for the alternative route on day 6); in Austria the cycle paths are well maintained and in Slovakia and Hungary you will be cycling along supply roads, gravelledembankments and country roads. Even though some of the route is very well maintained, it is not suitable for skaters. Cyclists on racing bikes should put the widest possible tyres on their wheels and might need to take detours on to roads.

  • Return journey to Vienna
    Return journey from Budapest to Vienna by bus, included in the price. The bus leaves every day at 3.30 pm, arriving in Vienna at about 6.30 pm. On request, you can take a bus at 11.00 am (please specify when making your reservation).
    Return transfer of your own bikes is only possible on Saturdays. Arrival in Vienna approx. 9 pm.
    Return journey by hydrofoil. Hydrofoil leaves Budapest at 9 am.

  • Cycle helmet
    In Slovakia you are required to wear a cycle helmet by law! This applies to adults outside cities, and to children up to the age of 15 at all times. At night, or in the event of poor visibility, you are also required to wear reflectors on your clothing or a reflective jacket.