4 Danube Countries by boat and bicycle

MS Theodor Körner

The most popular river cruise destination and the most popular river cycle route in Europe combined:
The cruise ship MS Theodor Körner is a spacious, floating hotel, traditionally built with a cosy atmosphere on board.  There is a restaurant, Panorama-bar, Viennese café with a sun terrace and a spacious sun deck with deckchairs. The small library provides books and magazines for reading and relaxation.

All cabins come equipped with a small shower with WC and air conditioning.  The cabins are approximately 9-10 metres square, rustically decorated and come with tv and radio.   

You will discover magical river landscapes with steep, forested slopes, vineyards, orchards and mysterious floodplain landscapes. The mythological scenery with majestic castles and monuments from an exciting history will cast a spell on you. In the 12th Century there were already 14 Passau Danube developed.   monasteries, from which the impressive monstic settlements along the

The MS Theodor Körner will accompany you along the 670 nautical kilometres long journey. During the day you will cycle along the river bank on the Danube cycle path, in the late afternoon you will meet the boat which will usually bring you to the next harbour. You will spend the evenings either enjoying live-music on board the boat or you can discover the harbour town. Those who wish to have a break from cycling can also relax on board and reach the next destination without any physical exertion.
Day 1
Individual Arrival in Passau
The MS Theodor Körner will be awaiting your arrival in the harbour and the crew will welcome you on board from 5 pm onwards with a cocktail. The boat leaves at 6.30 pm for Obernzell, the former summer residence of the bishops of Passau.
Day 2
Passau – Danube bend - Vienna (ca. 45 km by bike)
Today your cycling tour begins through the romantic river landscape of the Danube Bend. Cycling through the beautiful landscape is a pleasure. The day’s destination is Aschach. By night you will travel on by boat to the former residential city of the Habsburgs; Vienna.
Day 3
Vienna - Bratislava (ca. 55/75 km by bike)
Experience pure nature today by bicycle. Expansive floodplains, jungle-like forests, small pools, lianas and numerous types of animals await you along the way to Bratislava. In Bratislava, you can discover the attractions of the lovingly restored old-town during a tour of the town in the evening.
Day 4
Bratislava - Budapest (Day off)
This morning you will be able to enjoy the fantastic landscape of the "Donauknies". Even the journey approaching the artistic and operetta city is an experience in itself, as many of the attractions of Budapest can be viewed from onboard. Take time today to discover the largest Hungarian city. A city tour of the beautifully lit Budapest is recommended this evening.
Day 5
Budapest - Donauknie (ca. 57/85 km per Rad)
Today you can leave Budapest by bike or take a shortcut through the Hungarian Wachau by boat or train. Along the way, you will pass through the artistic town of Szentendre, from here you should visit the open air museum in Skansen. Different types of Hungarian villages have been reconstructed true to the original here. At the end of the "Donauknies" region you will come across the largest church in Hungary - the Basilica.
Day 6
Donauknie - Vienna (Day off)
After breakfast you will have the chance to take part in a tour of the city by bike (Duration ca. 3.5 hours). The boat will remain at anchor for the entire day so that you have enough time to discover the beautiful city of Vienna independently. Some examples of the city’s attractions include the medieval romanticism between Hafnersteig, Heiligenkreuzerhof, Blut- und Domgasse. Or how about a tour of the Hofburg Imperial Palace or a break in the Royal and Imperial Confectioners Demel?
Day 7
Vienna - Wachau (ca. 40 km)
Today has a very special highlight in store:The Wachau Valley. The route leads along the old wine route and through the most beautiful scenery in Austria with countless historical buildings and castles: Schönbühel Castles, the ruins of Aggstein and Dürnstein...
In the evening we will treat you to a gala dinner on board. A folklore show will provide entertainment on your last night on board.
Day 8
Passau, individual return journey home
This morning you will be bale to enjoy the morning peacefulness of the Danube Valley and cast a last look at the Schlögen river bend, before reaching Passau at about 2.30 pm, where you will leave the boat.