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Bike & Boat: Danube Waltz Passau - Budapest - Passau with the MS Vivienne

Blue Danube Waltz with the MS Vivienne

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THURS 20 - MS Vivienne
Duration
8 days / 7 nights
Price
From 899€
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Cycle by bike and boat from “Bavarian Venice” right into the heart of the once glorious K+K Monarchy of Austria / Hungary. Look forward to three of the most charming capitals in Europe: the Waltz metropolis Vienna, which makes Coronation city Bratislava and Budapest, the “Paris of the East”, and enjoy unique Danube river landscapes and regional specialities. The bike tours lead through the wild and romantic Schlögener Danube Loop, the picturesque Danube Bend familiar with the largest cathedral in Hungary and the legendary UNESCO World Heritage Site Wachau with its dreamy towns, enchanted castles and palaces. On board the two Premium cruise ships enjoy a exclusive atmosphere – whether in the spacious, comfortable cabins or the stylish outdoor areas. Every minute of this eventful cycling trip promises a very special holiday experience. Book your unforgettable adventure trip from Passau to Budapest and back again via the Danube now!

Other tour variants: MS Swiss Crown (Arrival Saturdays, 17.05, 07.06, 21.06., 30.08, 13.09.25)

Blick auf die Drei Flüsse Stadt Passau

Rad und Schiff Karte des Premium-Schiffes MS Fortuna

Use the time until embarkation between 16:00 and 17:00 for a City stroll, admire them World's largest church organ in Passau Cathedral and enjoy Bavarian cosiness in the beer garden. Then it's time to cast off! Slowly the Dream scenery of Passau’s old town at the horizon.

Overnight place: Passau

The day is a real cycling pleasure! You cycle from Engelhartszell (former Trappist monastery) through the wild and romantic Danube loop, one of the most beautiful river sections, with dreamy farming villages. Along the way, cozy cider taverns tempt you with all kinds of delicacies. In the idyllic Sailor's town of Aschach go back on board and “sailing” into the night .

Overnight place: Ashach

Along the former Iron Curtain A narrow cycle path leads from the Devin Fortress to the imposing Schloss Hof with one of the most magnificent Baroque gardens of Europe. A small piece of untouched nature follows and shortly afterwards you are in the vibrant metropolis of Bratislava. Our Bus Tours (optional) leads to the castle hill, from where you can enjoy a unique Panoramic view of the coronation city and ends with a tour of the historic city center.

Overnight place: Bratislava

Breathtakingly beautiful is the Entry into Budapest with a view of the city's impressive buildings. During a Bus Tours (optional) discover the Danube metropolis or take a trip to the enchanting Artist town of Szentendre. In the evening it is worth visiting the Jewish Quarter.

Overnight place: Budapest

Steep mountain slopes frame the picturesque, gently rolling landscape of the “Hungarian Wachau”. Auf dem Farmers market in Vác you can stock up on typical specialties, history, folklore and Hungarian joie de vivre accompany you during your Cycling tour to Esztergom (Nibelungenlied/Seat of King Etzel), where the mighty basilica (Hungary's largest church) towers high above the castle district.

Overnight place: Esztergom

By bike or by bus Vienna's famous sights during a city tour (optional). The magnificent ring road reminds us of times long past, time-honored coffee houses lure with Viennese pastries. With a classical waltz and operetta concert The evening sounds very traditional in magnificent Schönbrunn Palace out (optional).

Overnight place: Vienna/Wachau

Your last bike tour is the queen stage! The gentle Hilly landscape of the Wachau enchanted with dreamy villages, historic castles and palaces – surrounded by Apricot trees and vineyard terraces. Along the cycle path, cozy Heurige to linger (Wine tasting optional). The magnificent baroque jewel Melk Abbey sits high above the Danube.

Overnight place: Dairy

Once again you can enjoy the first rays of sunshine and the morning peaceful silence of the Danube Valley. A final look at the Schlögener Loop, before you – rich in impressions and experiences – Passau/surroundings Disembarkation takes place at approximately 11:00 am, followed by an individual journey home. We recommend reserving connecting connections for the journey home from 12:00 pm at the earliest.

7 nights in outside cabins with bath/toilet/air conditioning

Passenger/port taxes

Program according to the itinerary from/to Passau

Captain's reception with welcome cocktail

Full board: breakfast buffet, lunch or packed lunch (on cycling days), afternoon coffee and cake, dinner (2-3 menus to choose from), midnight snack

Gala dinner with farewell cocktail

ship musician

On-board tour guide (does not cycle with the group)

Daily bike tour briefing

detailed travel documents, GPS data + cycling app including voice navigation

Additionally bookable guided tour (with bike tour guide):

You will cycle in a small group, personally looked after by a dedicated cycle tour guide, learn a lot about the country and its people, discover hidden sights, secret places and enjoy some culinary delicacies.

Cycling tour guide throughout the entire tour

Must tasting in the upper Danube valley

Wine tasting at the winery in the Wachau

2 x city tour: Vienna by bike; Budapest by bus

various ferry trips

Bicycle rental helmet (for adults)

Our services are communicated in German and English.

 

 

 

Saving tip: 3% early bird discount for tours in 2025 until the end of February 2025
  • The discount is automatically deducted during the booking process.
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Basic price in € per person

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2 bed cabin standard 2 bed cabin
20.04.2025 - 26.04.2025 899,00 €
27.04.2025 - 03.05.2025 999,00 €
04.05.2025 - 31.05.2025 1.149,00 €
01.06.2025 - 02.08.2025 1.299,00 €
03.08.2025 - 30.08.2025 1.149,00 €
31.08.2025 - 04.10.2025 1.299,00 €
05.10.2025 - 11.10.2025 999,00 €
12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025 899,00 €
Master Suite 2 bed cabin
20.04.2025 - 26.04.2025 1.919,00 €
27.04.2025 - 03.05.2025 2.019,00 €
04.05.2025 - 31.05.2025 2.169,00 €
01.06.2025 - 02.08.2025 2.319,00 €
03.08.2025 - 30.08.2025 2.169,00 €
31.08.2025 - 04.10.2025 2.319,00 €
05.10.2025 - 11.10.2025 2.019,00 €
12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025 1.919,00 €
2 bed cabin comfort 2 bed cabin
20.04.2025 - 26.04.2025 1.219,00 €
27.04.2025 - 03.05.2025 1.319,00 €
04.05.2025 - 31.05.2025 1.469,00 €
01.06.2025 - 02.08.2025 1.619,00 €
03.08.2025 - 30.08.2025 1.469,00 €
31.08.2025 - 04.10.2025 1.619,00 €
05.10.2025 - 11.10.2025 1.319,00 €
12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025 1.219,00 €
2-berth cabin superior 2 bed cabin
20.04.2025 - 26.04.2025 1.419,00 €
27.04.2025 - 03.05.2025 1.519,00 €
04.05.2025 - 31.05.2025 1.669,00 €
01.06.2025 - 02.08.2025 1.819,00 €
03.08.2025 - 30.08.2025 1.669,00 €
31.08.2025 - 04.10.2025 1.819,00 €
05.10.2025 - 11.10.2025 1.519,00 €
12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025 1.419,00 €
Junior Suite 2 bed cabin
20.04.2025 - 26.04.2025 1.719,00 €
27.04.2025 - 03.05.2025 1.819,00 €
04.05.2025 - 31.05.2025 1.969,00 €
01.06.2025 - 02.08.2025 2.119,00 €
03.08.2025 - 30.08.2025 1.969,00 €
31.08.2025 - 04.10.2025 2.119,00 €
05.10.2025 - 11.10.2025 1.819,00 €
12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025 1.719,00 €
2 bed cabin standard - for single use 2-bed cabin for single use
20.04.2025 - 26.04.2025 1.393,00 €
27.04.2025 - 03.05.2025 1.548,00 €
04.05.2025 - 31.05.2025 1.781,00 €
01.06.2025 - 02.08.2025 2.013,00 €
03.08.2025 - 30.08.2025 1.781,00 €
31.08.2025 - 04.10.2025 2.013,00 €
05.10.2025 - 11.10.2025 1.548,00 €
12.10.2025 - 19.10.2025 1.393,00 €

Rental bikes

    24-speed unisex touring bike with freewheel
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 99,00 €
    Elektrorad
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 219,00 €

Additional Services

    Guided tour (only for arrivals on 20.04., 27.04., 18.05., 08.06., 06.07., 27.07., 24.08., 14.09., 05.10. and 12.10.25)
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 325,00 €
    Own electric bike (maximum weight 23 kg without battery)
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 49,00 €
    own bike
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 29,00 €
    rental helmet
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 15,00 €
    Rental bike insurance for touring bikes (see tour details page > Notes)
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 20,00 €
    Rental bike insurance electric bike (see tour details page > Notes)
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 50,00 €
    Private transfer from Munich city center - Passau/ship (total flat rate for up to 8 people)
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 340,00 €
    Private transfer from Munich Airport - Passau/ship (total flat rate for up to 8 people)
    01.01.2025 - 31.12.2025 290,00 €

 

Note: All prices are per person.

Passau****

Double room including breakfast: €81,00
Single room including breakfast: €119,00

 

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DON 20 - MS Vivienne

Bike & Boat: Danube Waltz Passau - Budapest - Passau with the MS Vivienne

Duration
8 days
Overnight stays
7 nights
Overnight stays
about 199 - 207 km

Arrival on Sundays, see calendar for dates

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Basic price in € per person * 2025 2 bed cabin 2-bed cabin for single use
2 bed cabin standard From €899 -
Master Suite From €1919 -
2 bed cabin comfort From €1219 -
2-berth cabin superior From €1419 -
Junior Suite From €1719 -
2 bed cabin standard - for single use - From €1393

3% early bird discount for tours in 2025 until the end of February

Attention: This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Train: from/to Passau main station

Parking: Incl. shuttle service on the day of arrival and departure to/from the ship

Outdoor area 80 €

Garage space 94 €

(Information without guarantee; further information on reservation with booking confirmation and in the travel documents, payment on site)

 

General tip for traveling by car

You can easily find a large overview of parking spaces on the external website www.parkopedia.de . view

The premium ship MS Vivienne
(Arrival on SUNDAY, from April 20.04th to October 12.10.25th, )

The exquisite Premium ship MS Vivienne (renovated 2020) sets new standards in comfort and spaciousness and offers a tasteful, high-quality ambience im luxurious style. Experience one fantastic view on breathtaking beautiful natural landscapes, sometimes from the bicycle saddle, sometimes from the inviting, sometimes covered sun deck. A very special atmosphere is offered by the comfortable club chairs and sofas Panorama lounge decorated in bright, subtle colors with a cozy bar. In the first-class, light-flooded panoramic restaurant you can enjoy a culinary foray through the Danube countries and their variety of flavors. Rest and relaxation await you in the wellness area after an eventful day of cycling. On the spacious, partially covered sun deck you can enjoy a very special kind of natural cinema with a glass of wine. WIFI is available on board (connection may vary, payable on site).

3 passenger decks:
Standard: Main deck, half window NOT opening
Comfort: Middle deck, panoramic window NOT opening
Higher: Middle deck and upper deck, French balcony
Suites: Junior (22m²) / Master (30m²): Upper deck, French balcony

Staterooms:

The 76 outside cabins are spacious 15 - 30 m², present themselves in bright colors and modern design with optimal use of space and are in no way inferior to a first-class hotel room. All cabins have double beds, which can also be separated into 2 single beds, Shower/WC, hairdryer, Telephone, satellite TV, safe and individually adjustable air conditioning. Suites offer a Box seat with a view and are additionally equipped with Minibar (for a fee) and coffee machine.

deck plan

exterior view

exterior view

Input

lounge Bar

lounge Bar

restaurant

2 bed cabin standard

2 bed cabin comfort

2-berth cabin superior

Junior Suite

Bathroom

The Minimum number of participants of 90 guests must be reached at least 4 weeks before the start of the trip. The guided tour requires a minimum of 10 guests; a maximum of 18 guests.

In Slovakia outside the urban area Helmets are mandatory.

Changes in the process reserved for meteorological and nautical reasons.

The Danube Cycle Path leads through consistently flat terrain without significant gradients and is suitable for everyone. Don’t feel like cycling? Without any effort you can also reach by ship your destination.

Excursion program: Optional excursions (not included in the package tour price) can only be booked on board.

Own wheels

Dead weight when loading and unloading max. 23 kg (without battery - will be (dis)assembled on land). Batteries cannot be charged directly on the bike.

When booking our Rental Bike Disclaimer We assume liability, so that no financial responsibility has to be borne in the event of loss or damage to the rental bike (if used and secured properly). The only exceptions to this are lost keys, batteries and chargers for e-bikes, as well as damage caused intentionally or through gross negligence.


FAQ

How long does a river cruise from Passau to Budapest take?
A river cruise from Passau to Budapest usually takes about 7 to 8 daysThe exact duration may vary depending on the itinerary and tour operator.

How long is the Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Budapest?
The Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Budapest is about 600 to 650 kilometers long. The exact length may vary depending on the route chosen and detours.

How many locks does the Danube have from Passau to Budapest?
Between Passau and Budapest there is total of 10 locks. These are mainly located in Austria and Slovakiato overcome the differences in altitude on the Danube.


Travel by bike and boat: Passau-Budapest-Passau

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Not included in the price: Cultural development tax, bed tax, arrival and departure, transfers, excursions, entrance and sightseeing fees, city maps, ferry fees, insurance, tips and personal expenses.
This trip is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Maps presented are for illustrative purposes only and do not reflect geographical reality.

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