Day 1 | Arrival Day
Arrival in Vienna where you meet your contact person, who will introduce you to
the program. You will also get all necessary materials such as your bike and route book and then a short overview of the program.
Overnight in Vienna, dinner on your own. With any free time you can explore some of the many sites in the city of art and history. For example, visit the Schonbrunn Palace,a UNESCO World Heritage site. For General travel info about Hungary, see the link.
Day 2 | Vienna - Bad Deutsch / Altenburg (55km)
The The first day on the tour takes you along the Danube river valley to the town of Bad
Deutsch / Altenburg. The route is almost entirely flat and so even at 55 km this is a relatively easy start. You remain in Lower Austria but approach the Slovak border. Night in charming pension and dinner on your own. (B)
Day 3 | Bad Deutsch / Altenburg - Bratislava - Mosonmagyarovar (60km)
C Today’s ride brings you briefly through Slovakia via Bratislava with its historical old town centre. Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and though a relatively small city it is rich in history and culture and worth spending a couple hours to visit. Then it’s on to Hungary, where the days ride finishes in Mosonmagyarovar. This town is located in the meanders of a small river coming off and following the Danube. Overnight in Mosonmagyarovar, dinner on your own. (B)
Day 4 | Mosonmagyarovar - Gyor (45 km)
You ride between Mosonmagyarovar and Gyor today, which winds its way through farming pastures.
The cycling route is broken up by small, farming towns. The destination of today‘s route is
the city of Gyor. This town, originally a Hungarian stronghold from A.D.900, has also a
superb cathedral from the 12th century.
Overnight in Gyor which is situated at the confluence of three rivers: Raba, Rabca and Danube. Dinner on your own. (B)
Day 5 | Gyor - Tata (60 km)
Cycling not far from the Danube's riverflow in this rustic, farming landscape, you will finish
in the town of Tata, city of waters, situated on lake Tatal.
Overnight in Tata. Dinner on your own - we suggest a nice spot overlooking the lake! Cycling paths around the lake make a nice add on. (B)
Day 6 | Tata - Esztergom (55km)
Today the route goes through forested landscape with an ascent to cover but after that
it is a straight run to Esztergom. This town has an immense cathedral, the largest in
Hungary, dating from 1822, which incorporates an earlier, renaissance church from the
16th century.
Overnight in Esztergom. (B)
Day 7 | Esztergom - Budapest (65 km)
Cycling along the Danube river valley gets you to the small town of Visegrad. Continue on
to the town of Szentendre with its many churches, galleries and arts, and the opportunity
to visit the river island of the same name. This town is really a gem of the tour. Finally you
finish in Budapest. This magnificent city, once a centre of the Austro-Hungarian empire,
boasts incredible architecture and its thriving centre offers many things to do.
Overnight in Budapest. (B)
Day 8 | Departure Day
You can depart on your own today. Leave the bikes at the hotel. Or, add some extra nights to have more time to explore Budapest; ask us for hotel add-ons. Trains back to Vienna are possible but are rather long. Catching a departing flight out of Vienna is probably not possible on the same day. (B)
Duration: 8 days / 7 nights
Dates: April - October, yearly
Accommodation: [Virtual Hotel Tour] Hotels in charming 2/3 star guest houses and small charming hotels. A number of dining options exist in or within short walk of each property. All accommodations include private bathroom and a variety of other amenities. Websites and links available, please contact us.
Bike: [Click for image] Included; Trek 7300 FX hybrid; Bikes come equipped with handlebar bag, lock, water bottle, gps navigation (1 per couple or group), tire repair kit, computer, panniers. Moderate terrain with some rolling hills and easy to moderate distances. Tandem and child trailers also available - please inquire. Helmet included.
Trip includes:all lodging, breakfast daily, luggage transfers, local emergency support, cell phone rental (for local calls only), transportation as in program, orientation, riding routes with maps and cue sheets, suggestions for visitation and dining, bike delivery, pickup, fitting, and fully equipped rental for the duration with GPS (1/group or couple).
A guided tour can be arranged along this same itinerary with a minimum of 4 persons. The price is slightly higher per person at 1495 euros, based on double occupancy and includes all the same items plus guide, support van, and some guided visites at selected sites. In addition, other activities can include canoeing, horseback riding, and multisport itineraries.
Local Support: Our local guides and experts are available by phone to assist during your trip with any kind of emergency, breakdown (except flats), and if due to weather or other reason you need to arrange a transfer.
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