Danube Discovery: Bike and Boat through Enchanting Capitals
★★★★★★4.4/5 (15)
Danube Discovery: Bike and Boat through Enchanting Capitals
Self guided from EUR € 799
Bike and Boat Tour aboard Prinzessin Katharina or MS SE-MANON
Countries: Austria, Germany, Hungary and Slovakia
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Glide and ride from the 'City of Three Rivers' to Budapest's renowned riverside resplendence
Travel by bike and boat along the romantic Danube River – a truly memorable experience. Accompanied by a comfortable cruise ship, cycle along Europe's second largest river and one of its best-loved bicycle paths from charming Passau - the 'City of Three Rivers' - right into the heart of the royal city of Budapest.
Along the route, ride through three of the most enchanting capitals anywhere in Europe: Vienna, 'City of Dreams'; Bratislava, 'The White City' of Slovak coronation; and Budapest, 'Hungarian Danube Queen'. By bicycle, you'll be immersed in captivating natural landscapes, discovering the stunning natural spectacle of the Schlögener Donauschlinge ('Great Loop'), the legendary wine region of Wachau dotted with romantic towns and impressive castles, the untouched alluvial forests of the Danube National Park, and the picturesque Hungarian Danube Bend, where the dazzling cupola of the Esztergom basilica salutes you from the horizon.
Discover the phenomenal Danube region, four captivating countries, and breathtaking natural beauty on this comfortable bike and boat tour!
Highlights
- Passau, 'City of Three Rivers'
- Wachau Valley and the World Heritage Site of Wachau
- Vienna, 'City of Dreams'
- Budapest, breathtaking royal city
- Bratislava, 'The White City'
- The Schlögen Danube Loop
- The Hungarian Danube Bend
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Daily program
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Day 1: Passau – Engelhartszell
Arrive in the 'City of Three Rivers'. Passau attracts many to its captivating St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to the world's largest church organ, as well as to its charming Old Town. Embarkation will take place around 4:00 pm with departure around 7:00 pm. Enjoy your first dinner on board and an evening sail to lovely Engelhartszell.Day 2: Engelhartszell – Great Loop – Brandstatt (27-31 mi/44-49 km)
The day starts in Engelhartszell, home to the only Trappist monastery in Austria. You'll head towards the 'Great Loop' - one of the most beautiful and geologically incredible sections of the Danube. Your cycling tour will encounter little villages complete with cozy taverns, which you can pop into for a refreshing pint. You'll board the ship again in Brandstatt, then cruise towards Bratislava.Day 3: Bratislava (33 mi/53 km)
Arrive in beautiful Bratislava, 'The White City', in the morning. You'll begin your bike tour from Bratislava, journeying through Hainburg as you ride towards the imposing Imperial Palace of Hof, home to beautifully terraced gardens and an idyllic manor farm. Cycle onwards to Devin, then loop back to Bratislava, Slovakia's lively capital city. Overnight, you'll cruise to Budapest.Day 4: Budapest or Szentendre loop (rest day or 28 miles/48 km)
In the early morning, you enjoy the panoramic view of the Danube's gorgeous landscape on the Sundeck. The gateway to Budapest is overwhelming, as many of the famous tourist features are situated directly next to the river bank. In the afternoon you can explore the numerous attractions of the city. Nearby, you find the Margaretheninsel which is outstandingly qualified for a small bike tour or the charming town of Szentendre with a Mediterranean atmosphere and lively art life. Overnight you'll cruise to Visegrad. .Day 5: Danube Bend | Vác – Esztergom (30 mi/48 km)
The Danube Bend is definitely one of the most delightful and attractive sections of this cycling tour, known as the Hungarian Wachau. Today's bike stage starts at the baroque village of Vác, influenced by the architects of the Austrian empress Maria Theresia. Cycling through the picturesque and gently undulating countryside, your route leads you directly to the bishop-town of Esztergom, with its gorgeous basilica atop Hungary's largest Catholic church overlooking the village. Overnight, you'll cruise to Vienna.Day 6: Vienna-Nussdorf/Korneuburg (rest day)
Be spellbound by the 'City of Dreams', replete with sightseeing opportunities such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg, the gorgeous Ringstraβe boulevard (home to the Burgtheater), the State Opera House, and the Town Hall. Capitalize on your time with an optional cycling day tour around vibrant Vienna, Austria's spectacular capital. Overnight, you'll cruise to Rossatz or Dürnstein.Day 7: Wachau – Melk – Pöchlarn (25-31 mi/40-50 km)
Your last biking day is a special highlight! Amidst dreamy villages, apricot trees, vineyards, castles, monasteries and ruins, this gentle hilly landscape enchants everyone who encounters it. A powerful ruin looms above the small baroque town of Dürnstein, while the blue tower of the monastery church is a landmark of Wachau. In the small village of Pöchlarn you'll board again. After the farewell gala dinner, you'll start cruising back to Passau.Day 8: Departure from Passau
Every journey draws to an end. Once again, you'll enjoy the first sunbeams and the peaceful silence of the Danube Valley from the deck. Take one last look at the Schlögener Schlinge ('Great Loop') before you arrive, relaxed, in Passau. You'll arrive at approximately 10:00 am, disembarking half an hour later. We recommend arranging connecting trips from 12 (noon) or later. -
Day 1: Passau – Engelhartszell
Arrive in the 'City of Three Rivers'. Passau attracts many to its captivating St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to the world's largest church organ, as well as to its charming Old Town. Embarkation will take place around 4:00 pm with departure around 7:00 pm. Enjoy your first dinner on board and an evening sail to lovely Engelhartszell.Day 2: Engelhartszell – Great Loop – Aschach – Vienna-Nussdorf (25-28 miles/40-46 km)
The day starts in Engelhartszell, home to the only Trappist monastery in Austria. You'll head towards the 'Great Loop' - one of the most beautiful and geologically incredible sections of the Danube. Your cycling tour will encounter little villages complete with cozy taverns, which you can pop into for a refreshing pint. You'll board again in Aschach, then cruise through the night towards Vienna-Nussdorf.Day 3: Vienna-Nussdorf (rest day)
Be spellbound by the 'City of Dreams', replete with sightseeing opportunities such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg, the gorgeous Ringstraβe boulevard (home to the Burgtheater), the State Opera House, and the Town Hall. During the night, you'll cruise to Budapest.Day 4: Budapest or Szentendre loop (rest day or 28 miles/48 km)
In the morning, enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Danube's gorgeous landscapes from the sundeck. The gateway to Budapest is overwhelming - many famous tourist features are situated directly on the riverbank and are feats of unimaginable architectural splendor. Upon arrival, you can explore the city on a separate bike tour (optional). Nearby, discover the Margaretheninsel, or take an individual bike tour to the charming town of Szentendre (28 mi/48 km) with its Mediterranean atmosphere and lively artistic culture. Continue cruising overnight to Visegrad.Day 5: Danube Bend, Visegrad – Vác – Visegrad (22 miles/36 km)
The Danube bend is definitely a delightful part and is called the Hungarian Wachau. Today's bike leg starts at Visegrad with its famous fortress and the ruins of the former palace. You cycle through the picturesque countryside via the Szentendre Peninsula to the baroque village of Vác, which has been influenced by the architects of the Austrian empress Maria Theresia. Via small Hungarian villages you return to Visegrad. In the afternoon, cruise towards Bratislava.Day 6: Bratislava (rest day)
Arrive in Bratislava, 'The White City', in the morning and spend the day exploring the lively capital of Slovakia. Enjoy a magnificent panoramic view from the castle or discover the hidden alleys during a mini-train tour through the enchanting Old Town. Alternatively, explore the city on a guided bike tour. Overnight, you'll cruise to Rossatz or Dürnstein (Wachau).Day 7: Wachau – Melk – Pöchlarn (25-31 miles/40-50 km)
Your last biking day is a special highlight! Amidst dreamy villages, apricot trees, vineyards, castles, monasteries and ruins, this gentle hilly landscape enchants everyone who encounters it. A powerful ruin looms above the small baroque town of Dürnstein, while the blue tower of the monastery church is a landmark of Wachau. You’ll board again in the small village of Pöchlarn. After the farewell gala dinner, you'll start cruising back to Passau.Day 8: Passau
Every journey draws to an end. Once again, you'll enjoy the first sunbeams and the peaceful silence of the Danube Valley from the deck. Take one last look at the Schlögener Schlinge ('Great Loop') before you arrive, relaxed, in Passau. You'll arrive at approximately 11:00 am, disembarking half an hour later. We recommend arranging connecting trips from 1:30 pm or later.
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- All cabins are outside cabins
- Comfortable salon
- Bar area
- Library corner
- Massage parlor
- Partially covered sundeck
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- Restaurant with panoramic windows
- Spa facilities including Sauna, whirlpool, and Fitness Area
- Spacious sundeck -Partially covered with plenty of deckchairs
- Outdoor pool (8.70 m x 4.50 m)
- Reading lounge and Library
- Panoramic salon
- Elevator between upper and middle deck**
Prinzessin Katharina
The Prinzessin Katharina is an elegant river cruiser along the Danube. On board you can expect a friendly crew, excellent cuisine, and tasteful decor. Read more
Overview
MS SE-MANON
The MS SE-MANON was built in 1999 and updated in 2019. The ship is 360 feet long (110m) and can accommodate up to 150 passengers with 30 crew in attendance.On board you will find a relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Read more
Overview
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Bikes
Bikes available on this tour (not included in tour price, must be reserved at time of booking):
- Unisex 7-speed bike with step-through frame, either hand-brake OR hand-brake and pedal-brake (subject to availability)
- Electrically assisted bikes (limited number, upon request)*
- Bike rental includes rental insurance
*More about electrically-assisted bikes >
Please note, you may bring your own bike with a surcharge of €29 (on request, limited available space)
Equipment available:
- Water repellant saddle bag
- Water repellant handlebar bag
- Repair kit with spare tube
- Pump
- Lock
- Lighting system
- Mudguard
Pedals:
The bikes will have flat pedals. If you want to bring your own pedals, please bring your own shoes and also the necessary equipment to change the pedals.Saddle / Seat Measurements:
- 21-speed unisex: 27cm long and 21cm wide
- E-Bikes: 26cm long and 20cm wide
- 24-Speed: 24cm long and 19 wide
Helmets:
We recommend that you bring your own helmet for safety and hygiene purposes or plan to purchase one upon arrival. Helmets are not available for purchase on board. Helmets are compulsory for children under 13 years old and for all cyclist in Slovakia outside towns.It is also recommended that you bring a high-visibility vest. High-visibility vests are compulsory in Slovakia and Hungary in poor visibility and at night.
Dates
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MS SE-Manon
Jun 21, 28; Jul 5, 26; Aug 2, 9, 30; Sep 6, 13, 20, 2024
MS Prinzessin Katharina
Season A: Oct 5, 2024
Season B: Sep 28, 2024
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MS SE-Manon
Season A: Sep 19, 26, 2025
Season B: Jun 27; Jul 4, 11; Aug 1, 8, 15; Sep 5, 12, 2025MS Prinzessin Katharina
Season A: Apr 12; Oct 4, 2025
Season B: Apr 26; Sep 27, 2025
Season C: May 10, 24, 31; Jul 19, 26; Aug 23, 30; Sep 6, 2025
Prices
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MS SE-Manon
Per person, double occupancy Main deck, standard cabin €1149 Middle deck, standard cabin €1399 Upper deck, standard cabin €1599 Single use cabin (1 person/1 cabin)* Main deck, standard cabin €1725 Middle deck, standard cabin €2100 Upper deck, standard cabin €2400 *Limited number of double cabins available for single use.
MS Prinzessin Katharina
Per person, double occupancy Season A Season B Season C
Main deck, twin cabin, front/astern* €799 €899 €999 Main deck, twin cabin €949 €1049 €1149 Upper deck, twin cabin €1149 €1249 €1349 Single use cabin (1 person/1 cabin) Main deck, single cabin €1249 €1349 €1449 Upper deck, single cabin €1449 €1549 €1649 Main deck, twin cabin, front/astern* €1199 €1349 €1498 Main deck, twin cabin €1424 €1574 €1724 * Engine and generator noise may be noticeable when in motion
Triple cabin available upon request on upper deck, please contact us for more details.Bike Rentals
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MS SE-Manon
Per person, double occupancy Season A Season B Main deck, standard cabin €1149 €1199 Middle deck, standard cabin €1399 €1449 Upper deck, standard cabin €1549 €1599 Single use cabin (1 person/1 cabin)* Main deck, standard cabin €1609 €1679 Middle deck, standard cabin €1959 €2029 Upper deck, standard cabin €2169 €2239 *Limited number of double cabins available for single use.
MS Prinzessin Katharina
Per person, double occupancy Season A Season B Season C
Main deck, twin cabin, eco* €849 €949 €1049 Main deck, twin cabin €999 €1099 €1199 Upper deck, twin cabin €1199 €1299 €1399 Single use cabin (1 person/1 cabin) Main deck, single cabin €1299 €1399 €1499 Upper deck, single cabin €1499 €1599 €1699 Main deck, twin cabin, eco* €1189 €1329 €1469 Main deck, twin cabin €1399 €1539 €1679 * Engine and generator noise may be noticeable when in motion
Triple cabin available upon request on upper deck, please contact us for more details.Bike Rentals
Standard touring bike, 7-speed with hand brakes €89 Electrically assisted bikes €199
Included services
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- 7 nights accommodation in booked cabin style
- Daily cleaning of cabins
- Change of towels and bed linen if requested
- Program as mentioned in the itinerary
- Full board: 7x breakfast, 6x lunch snack on board (non-cyclists) or packed lunch for cyclists, 6x afternoon coffee break, 6x 3-course-dinner and 1x farewell-dinner with farewell-drink
- Welcome by the captain and cocktail
- Daily informational meeting
- Route book and information pack (1 set per cabin); GPS tracks (upon request)
- Tour guide on board (does not cycle with you)
- Port fees and passenger fees
Please note that special dietary needs can be accommodated upon request. Extra fees may apply. Please inform us when booking your tour.
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- 7 nights accommodation in booked cabin style
- Full board: 7x breakfast, 6x lunch snack on board (non-cyclists) or packed lunch for cyclists, 6x afternoon coffee break, 6x 3-course-dinner and 1x farewell-dinner with farewell-drink
- Program as mentioned in the itinerary
- Digital travel documents via app; GPS tracks
- Tour guide on board (does not cycle with you)
- Daily cleaning of cabins
- Change of towels and bed linen if requested
- Welcome by the captain and cocktail
- Daily informational meeting
- Port fees and passenger fees
Map
Maps are for information purposes only and reflect typical routes between overnight locations. They may not reflect your actual route.
Surface and terrain
The cycle route is mostly flat, at times on a gentle downhill slope.
How to get there
Tour start
Nearest airport Munich, GermanyTour end
Nearest train station: Passau, GermanyTips on getting to and from your tour.
Reviews
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★★★★★ Jodi Welch 2 weeks ago
Great way to see countryside!
Completed over 200 KM biking through 4 countries. Well maintained paved paths winding through quaint towns along the Danube River.
- What was the date of your tour?
- August 2024
- How many tours have you completed?
- 0
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ timothy mcfarren 4 weeks ago
Cruise not my thing
Too much time on boat, not enough time exploring on land. Would have liked more time to be able to see the sights.
- What was the date of your tour?
- August 2024
- How many tours have you completed?
- 10
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat easier
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers
- Do you recommend this tour?
- No
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★★★★★ Austin Bragg 1 month ago
Lifetime Memories
Wow! - what a fantastic experience gliding down the stunning Danube. The itinerary was first class - our bikes were just great while the accommodation, meals & service on the 'Manon' were all excellent. It really was an experience of a lifetime riding adjacent to the Danube on high quality pathways a lot of the time while also exploring some stunning sights along the way including some gorgeous towns.
- What was the date of your tour?
- August 2024
- How many tours have you completed?
- 4
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens, Families with young kids
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Robert Arnold 3 months ago
A geart trip!
Excellent for the most part. Some issues with the boat. 1) Our cabin air conditioning did not consistently work. 2) We shouldn't have to pay for water at meal time. 3) Our group wasn't allowed to change tables at dinner which is something we would have liked to do since we were a group of 40.
- What was the date of your tour?
- May 25 - June 1, 2024
- How many tours have you completed?
- 2 bike-boat tours
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ John Schwartz 3 months ago
First trip to Europe riverboat cruise
Perfect way to experience Europe for the first time. A nice mix of biking and off days to explore cities and see lovely countryside and smaller towns. Riverboat cruise was very scenic and well planned.
- What was the date of your tour?
- May 2024
- How many tours have you completed?
- 1
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat easier
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Families with teens, Families with young kids
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Mary Arnold 3 months ago
Cask and Castle 2024
Wonderful experience of the Danube! So beautiful along the river! I wish we could have biked more.
- How many tours have you completed?
- 2
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Solo travelers, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ DENNIS UMANZIO 4 months ago
Excellent bike and boat trip. Great Food.
Great bikes. Good batteries. Ship is very nice, great crew, great food for breakfast and dinner and guide on ship was friendly.
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★★★★★ Brian Bronson August 4, 2022
Far exceeds expectations
What a deal. 8days 7 nights w attentive staff. Amazing biking. Great food. Fun times. Would love to do it again w other friends. Highly recommend for a wonderful time on the Danube.
- What was the date of your tour?
- July 2022
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat easier
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Hugh Larkin August 4, 2022
2 Bucket list items completed
We have wanted to do a bike & boat tour as well as a bike tour along the Danube for many years (we previously did multi-week self-supported bike tours). In 2019, we thought we would be doing the latter for 2020, but a virus shut down everything. Even after the shutdown, BikeTours.com kept us informed and motivated about bike touring once a normalcy to life returned.
In late 2021, when we could see travel was resuming, we began to look at various tours offered and found the Passau-Budapest-Passau boat & bike tour that fit very nicely into our developing "2022 grand Europe tour".
BikeTours personnel quickly responded to all questions we had which made the booking extremely easy. And they and the tour operator provided us all the booking info before we departed for europe over a month before we were to experience this event.
Once in Passau, and aboard ship (we were able to board early), we were able to unpack and relax. Our rented e-bikes were like new and were pre-adjusted to our heights. Instructions regarding operation and charging were clearly given.
At all times, the crew was very courteous and helpful, which was extremely appreciated as we were the only "native-english" speakers onboard. The food was excellent and plentiful, and we appreciated the vegetarian options provided.
Every day's itinerary was clearly provided, including detailed maps. The bikes worked wonderfully and provided us an opportunity to try an e-bike. We enjoyed the extra guided excursions into Bratislava and Vienna.
Disembarking the Prinzessin Katherina was also painless. Before reaching Passau, the crew made taxi arrangements for us and many others. Hard to beat service like that!
Overall, we had a wonderful tour. Plus we ticked off 2 b-list items. We are now wondering what will be our next BikeTours.com tour!
- What was the date of your tour?
- June 2022
- How many tours have you completed?
- 12 (2 weeks to 4 months long)
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat easier
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Nitronan September 4, 2019
Good trip
Boat crew was fantastic, cruise director was a hoot. Very accomodating.
- What was the date of your tour?
- August 19-26, 2019
- How many tours have you completed?
- 1
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ antovince June 29, 2019
Fun trip!
- What was the date of your tour?
- June 10-17, 2019
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Jan 2018 September 24, 2018
Beautiful bike tour through Austria !
Our room on the ship had a broken thermostat so we were freezing most of the time...the food was good but we wanted more green veggie salads..the tour guide was very hard to understand, but the bike baths were smooth and mostly flat, so the biking through little villages was unforgettable!!!
- What was the date of your tour?
- Sept. 10-17
- How many tours have you completed?
- 0
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- First-time bike tourists
- Do you recommend this tour?
- No
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★★★★★ TJ8387 September 17, 2018
My favorite way to travel!
I loved this tour! The bikes and cycle routes were great. The food was very good but unfortunately the the dining room on the boat was SO HOT that we could not enjoy our dinners. Thank goodness each stateroom had its own air conditioner. Fellow cyclists were very friendly and always willing to help if needed. Our guide seemed angry when people asked questions and responded in an aggressive manner (which made people hesitant to ask questions). We were told that there was internet on the boat in Austria but it was non-existent ... so it would have been better to advertise that there is NO WiFi.
- What was the date of your tour?
- July 21-28
- How many tours have you completed?
- 3
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Thom October 25, 2016
Lovely trip on the Danube River with biking to keep us in shape!
A great trip to four cities and capitals in Eastern Europe. Comfortable accommodations, friendly staff, good meals, easy biking. Weather was chilly and grey at this time of the year. The Danube is NOT blue if the sky is grey and it is drizzling!
- What was the date of your tour?
- Oct 1-8, 2016
- How many tours have you completed?
- 4 European bike trips
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- As expected
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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★★★★★ Medium October 18, 2016
Very good trip with a couple glitches.
A week can only touch on the highlights of what the Danube has to offer for bikers, and this tour accomplished that, leaving us with ideas for more in-depth exploring. The boat was fine, the meals were good and the crew was great, but the WiFi access was almost nonexistent; had to go to Starbucks or other coffee houses in cities to check email. The cruise director was a last minute replacement with insufficient English to answer most questions... a nice guy but not well organized. Fortunately, the routes had been well planned, though the slide shows provided scant info, so we could have benefitted from a handout each day describing the route specifics, sites of interest and perhaps suggestions on restaurants.
- What was the date of your tour?
- 1-8 Oct 2016
- How many tours have you completed?
- 6
- Difficulty (actual vs. expected)?
- Somewhat easier
- Who is this tour suitable for?
- Solo travelers, First-time bike tourists, Families with teens
- Do you recommend this tour?
- Yes
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