The boat and bike tour follows Sisi's bridal journey from Passau in Germany to Vienna in Austria along the Danube. The route, marked out with Bicycle and premium ship, enables the discovery of breathtaking river landscapes, picturesque villages, castles and palaces, embedded in beautiful nature. It is characterized by the warmth of the Austrians and the culinary delights of the region, including world-famous pastries. Wachau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is known for its excellent wines. In Linz, the capital of Upper Austria, the largest church of the country. Vienna, the waltz metropolis, impresses with its charm, unique architecture and captivating stories from the imperial era. Book your cycling trip now and explore the Danube Cycle Path from Vienna to Passau by bike and boat!

fuel surcharge

A fuel surcharge of up to 8% of the package tour price may be levied on this bike and boat tour. The final amount will be determined and communicated 20–30 days before departure. Payment is due directly upon boarding the ship. This policy is in accordance with §651f of the German Civil Code (BGB) and serves to adjust for current fuel costs from our service partners.

Experience Mediterranean flair in the three-river city of Passau. On your arrival day, be sure to set aside some time for a stroll through the picturesque, baroque old town with its narrow streets and Passau Cathedral , home to the world's largest church organ . After boarding between 16:00 and 17:00 pm, it's time to cast off and your cycling holiday begins with a romantic sunset cruise – with a view of Passau's iconic skyline of church spires and domes slowly disappearing on the horizon.

Overnight stay in Passau

What does the densely overgrown forest floor smell like, or the freshly mown meadow? Right in the heart of it all, you cycle along the former towpath, past tranquil villages through the unspoiled landscape of the Upper Danube Valley. Small, quaint pubs along the way invite you to linger, and the aroma of freshly grilled fish wafts over the cycle path. From the Schlögen viewpoint, you can enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the natural spectacle of the Danube Bend.

Get a breath of fresh country air again - at noon you will reach Upper Austria's provincial capital, Linz. Take the bright yellow slow train (optional) on a tour of discovery through Europe's Capital of Culture 2009. The cathedral is the largest church in Austria, the Pöstlingbergbahn is the steepest adhesion railway in the world. Curious about the future? In the "ARS Electronica Museum" you can try out impressive examples of modern technologies for yourself. Don't miss it!

Immediately outside the gates of Vienna, the Dome of Klosterneuburg Abbey; which you can explore on a guided tour (optional); the “Verdun Altar” is one of the highlights of medieval goldsmithing. Visit one of the original Viennese Heurigen or enjoy the Viewing terrace of the Kahlenberg a fantastic View of the metropolis.

During a city tour by bicycle or independently on the hop-on hop-off bus (optional), the sights are within easy reach. The magnificent Ringstrasse evokes bygone eras, venerable coffee houses entice with Viennese pastries, and the Naschmarkt is a feast for the eyes, ears, and nose. End your evening with a waltz and operetta concert at Schönbrunn Palace (optional).

An unforgettable day in the picturesque Wachau region! Cycle through small wine villages surrounded by terraced vineyards and apricot orchards. The charming town of Dürnstein with its narrow streets is a particular highlight, while in Spitz, cozy wine taverns (wine tasting optional) beckon right on the cycle path. The imposing Melk Abbey is one of the most beautiful Baroque ensembles in Europe.

A beautiful and varied route awaits you, offering impressions of every facet! From the medieval town of Grein (home to Austria's oldest town theater, visit optional), you'll cycle through the idyllic hinterland of the Strudengau region. With a bit of luck, you might even be given a personal tour of the romantic Clam Castle by the lord of the castle himself , and in the Celtic village of Mitterkirchen, you'll embark on a journey back in time to prehistory. The Mauthausen Memorial is located on a hill near the town.

Enjoy the first rays of sunshine and the morning tranquility on deck before arriving in Passau/surroundings, enriched by impressions and experiences. Disembarkation: approx. 11:00 a.m. We recommend planning connecting trains for your return journey no earlier than 12:00 p.m.

7 nights in outside cabins with shower/WC/air conditioning in booked deck and cabin category
Passenger/port taxes
Program according to the itinerary from/to Passau
Captain's reception with welcome cocktail
Full board (starts with dinner; ends with breakfast): breakfast buffet, lunch or packed lunch for bike tours, afternoon coffee and cake, dinner (2-3 menu choices), midnight snack
Gala dinner with farewell cocktail
ship musician
On-board tour guide (does not cycle with the group)
Daily bike tour briefing
1 handlebar bag including detailed travel documents per cabin
Cycling app including voice navigation

Guided tour – additionally included :

Cycling tour guide throughout the entire tour
various ferry crossings
Wine tasting at a Wachau winery
Bicycle rental helmet (for adults)

Our services are communicated in German and English.

Money-saving tip: 5% early booking discount for tours in 2027, valid until 31.10.2026

The discount is automatically deducted during the booking process.

Further information

Basic price in € per person

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2 bed cabin standard	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	879,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.179,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.029,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.179,00 €

2-bed cabin Standard Eco	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	819,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.119,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	969,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.119,00 €

2-bed cabin Comfort Eco	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.139,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.439,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.289,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.439,00 €

2 bed cabin comfort	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.199,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.499,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.349,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.499,00 €

2-berth cabin superior	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.419,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.719,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.569,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.719,00 €

2-bed cabin Standard Eco for single use	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.270,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.735,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.502,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.735,00 €

2-bed cabin standard for single use	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.363,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	1.828,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.595,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	1.828,00 €

2-bed cabin Comfort Eco for single use	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.766,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	2.231,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	1.998,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	2.231,00 €

2-bed cabin comfort for single use	2 bed cabin
24.04.2027 - 21.05.2027	1.859,00 €
22.05.2027 - 09.07.2027	2.324,00 €
10.07.2027 - 03.09.2027	2.091,00 €
04.09.2027 - 11.09.2027	2.324,00 €

Rental bikes

24-speed unisex rental bike with freewheel
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	109,00 €

Electric bike with freewheel
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	229,00 €

Additional Services

own bike
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	29,00 €

Own e-bike (weight max. 27,5 kg without battery)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	49,00 €

rental helmet
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	20,00 €

Rental bike insurance for touring bikes (see tour details page > Notes)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	25,00 €

Rental bike insurance e-bike (see tour detail page > information)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2027	60,00 €

Guided tour (only available for arrivals on 30 May and 22 August 2026, as well as 29 May, 17 July and 7 August 2027)
01.01.2026 - 31.12.2026	235,00 €
01.01.2027 - 31.12.2027	249,00 €

Note: All prices are per person.

Passau****

Double room including breakfast: €85,00
Single room including breakfast: €129,00

5,0 / 5 stars (2 verified reviews)

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A wonderful trip with our friends

Everything was very well organized. Food varied, clean cabin, attentive service, nice music and all-round support from the tour guide. The billing of the drinks was clear and correct. The route selection for the bike tours was good. Our ECO cabin was very small and noisy when the ship was moving - we will refer to a better cabin for future trips. Summary: The trip will stay in our best memory.
- Ebert

Our best trip by bike and boat so far

Ordering the trip went smoothly and was easy. Parking by car and shuttle service flawless. We only saw our luggage again in our cabin. We had booked a medium price range in the middle of the ship. No engine noises, the ship and the cabins are very clean. The food is simply great. Quality and not quantity. Varied, super decorated and top quality. The bike route was very well put together. The tour guide provided us with extensive information. The app on the phone then repeated everything again. And if you can read it's even more fun. The service on board was excellent. 30 crew and 140 passengers simply luxury. The entertainment program, pirate evening, 70s 80s party, captain's dinner is simply great.
- Wolfgang Steinhauer

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Reisecode: DON 10

Bike & boat: Passau - Vienna - Passau

Duration: 8 days
Overnight stays: 7 nights
Overnight stays: about 173 km

Arrival on Saturdays see calendar

Arrival possible
Limited arrival possible
Arrival not possible

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Basic price in € per person * 2027	2 bed cabin
2 bed cabin standard	From €879
2-berth cabin superior	From €1419
2 bed cabin comfort	From €1199
2-bed cabin Standard Eco	From €819
2-bed cabin Comfort Eco	From €1139
2-bed cabin Standard Eco for single use	From €1435
2-bed cabin Comfort Eco for single use	From €1931
2-bed cabin standard for single use	From €1528
2-bed cabin comfort for single use	From €2024

5% early booking discount for tours in 2027, valid until 31.10.2026

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

Still have questions?

Doreen Geissler

Phone: 03831 30676-0 Mon–Fri 8am–17pm
E-mail: info@mecklenburger-radtour.de

Train: from/to Passau main station.

2026 Parking: Includes shuttle service to/from the ship on arrival and departure days.

Outdoor area € 83 (no guarantee)

Garage space € 104 (no guarantee)

2027 Parking: Includes shuttle service to/from the ship on arrival and departure days.

Outdoor area € 87 (no guarantee)

Garage space € 109 (no guarantee)

(further information with booking confirmation, payment on site)

General tip for traveling by car

A comprehensive overview of parking lots can be conveniently viewed on the external website www.parkopedia.de.

The PREMIUM ship MS Lisabelle

Experience unforgettable moments aboard the MS Lisabelle – an elegant premium ship that perfectly combines comfort, enjoyment, and relaxation. Sit back and soak up the cheerful, relaxed atmosphere on board. Whether on the spacious sun deck or in the stylish panorama lounge area, experience a journey full of discovery and rejuvenation. The MS Lisabelle embodies relaxed luxury on one of Europe's most beautiful waterways, the Danube. Let the friendly and attentive crew pamper you and enjoy the excellent service. Wi-Fi is available throughout the entire voyage (connection may vary), allowing you to stay in touch with friends and family at all times. Cast off – your dream vacation begins here.

Cabins:

The 76 outside cabins are spacious, 11-14 m² in size, and feature elegant, comfortable interiors. The Standard and Comfort cabins feature two single beds, while Superior cabins have a separable double bed. All cabins are equipped with a shower/WC, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe, and individually controlled air conditioning.

Standard: Main deck, two single beds, windows NOT opening
Comfort: Middle deck, two single beds, panoramic window NOT opening
Higher: Middle deck or upper deck, separable double bed, French balcony
ECO: Cabins are located in the front/rear of the ship. Disturbances due to operational noise may occur.

We'll be happy to accept your non-binding cabin preference upon booking. However, cabin numbers are expressly not part of the contract.

Minimum number of participants: 90 people (must be reached no later than 4 weeks before the start of the trip), 10 people (max. 18 participants) for the guided tour.

Timetable and program changes subject to interim changes, including for meteorological or nautical reasons!

The quality of the cycle paths is excellent. The cycle path usually runs on paved bike and dam paths or quiet country roads without any significant gradients. Therefore, this trip is also suitable for inexperienced cyclists.

Own wheels

Dead weight when loading and unloading max. 27,5 kg (without battery - will be (dis)assembled on land). Batteries cannot be charged directly on the bike.

Rental Bike Disclaimer

If a traveler rents a rental bike, he is generally liable for damage and theft. When you book our rental bike liability waiver, we assume liability so that you do not have to bear any financial responsibility in the event of loss or damage to the rental bike (provided it is used and secured properly). The only exceptions to this are lost keys, batteries and chargers from e-bikes, as well as damage caused by intent or gross negligence.

Visitor's tax, city tax or cultural tax, which is not included in the travel price, is EUR 2,00 - 3,00 per person/night, payable locally.

How long is the cycle path from Passau to Vienna?

The cycle path from Passau to Vienna is part of the well-known Danube Cycle Pathes. The route is around 320 kilometers long. It runs along the Danube and offers picturesque landscapes and numerous cultural sights. The route can be ridden in several stages, with many cyclists planning around 6 to 8 days for the entire route, depending on speed and breaks.

Can you take a boat from Vienna to Passau?

Yes, you can take the boat from Vienna to Passau. These cruises offer a relaxing opportunity to get to know the scenic and cultural highlights along the Danube.

How many stages does the Danube Cycle Path have?

The Danube Cycle Path from Passau to Vienna is often divided into 6 to 8 stages, depending on individual planning and desired pace. For more information about the Danube Cycle Path, please visit our information page.

Would you like to experience a breathtaking cycling trip between Passau and Vienna? Then book the boat and bike trip from the Mecklenburger Radtour!

General information

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.