Danube River Cruise Family Bike Tour
Activity Levels 1-4
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
Luxury Ship
Danube River Cruise Family Bike Tour
Activity Levels 1-4
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
Luxury Ship
Prague to Budapest Through Five Countries
On the Danube River, journeying through five countries is as easy as going with the flow. From Prague to Passau, Vienna to Bratislava and on to Budapest, set sail on a one-of-a-kind adventure.
Highlights
- Cycle through forests and cities that evolve as you cross the continent, from Bavaria’s wild hills to Vienna’s idyllic car-free island
- Pedal alongside locals on the scenic Donauradweg (Danube bike path)
- Ride between the hillside orchards and vineyards of the Wachau Valley, beloved for its Grüner Veltliners and Rieslings
- Bike between Austria and Slovakia’s capitals, wheeling past countryside towns en route, and enter majestic Budapest via ship
- Linger before and after your trip in Prague and Budapest, our captivating gateway cities
Start Prague, Czech Republic
End Budapest, Hungary
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Warm up with a ride through the Bavarian Forest • Nothing like a bit of oompah music to get things started—enjoy an Oktoberfest-style celebration before sitting down to a wonderful dinner • Fall in love with Bavaria’s quiet biking routes and stunning views into Austria • Stroll in Passau, the City of Three Rivers, pausing to admire the Italian baroque architecture.
Nights 1-2
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
Day 3
Ride in the Austrian countryside along the famed Donauradweg (Danube bike path) • Visit Linz, home to baroque buildings and a vibrant main square • Perhaps opt to take a break from your bike on a full-day AmaWaterways excursion to Salzburg or Český Krumlov—both spectacular World Heritage Sites.
Nights 1-2
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
Days 4-5
Bike or cruise the most stunning stretch of the Danube through Wachau Valley vineyards and sleepy hamlets • Visit majestic Melk Abbey, inspiration for Umberto Eco’s The Name of the Rose • Stop for a taste of the local Grüner Veltliner as you pedal past traditional Austrian vineyards • Discover Vienna, imperial city of the Hapsburgs and a hub of Central European culture and tradition.
Nights 1-2
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
Day 6
Follow bike paths in serene Donau-Auen National Park, keeping an eye out for kingfishers and herons • Ride between two capital cities—Vienna and Bratislava—passing remnants of the former Iron Curtain • Dine at Schloss Hof, a famous castle and working farm • Join a walking tour of Bratislava’s charming medieval center.
Night 6
A custom-designed ship featuring stylish private staterooms, panoramic windows, full balconies, an onboard team of classically trained chefs and inviting areas to socialize with fellow passengers. An Andrew Harper’s Hideaway Report Readers’ Choice cruise line. (pool)
Days 7-8
Discover Budapest’s historic landmarks and hidden history on a guided walk • Explore Buda and Pest, once two distinct sister cities facing each other across the river • Take the afternoon to explore this remarkable capital with its posh coffee shops, hip ruin pubs, thermal bathhouses and countless museums • Raise a toast to a memorable week on the Danube.
This trip has an activity level range of 1-4
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What's Included
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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
The ships we sail on are like a floating luxury hotel, so you can visit a new destination each day without touching your suitcase once you’ve settled in. Our ships are custom‐designed with a variety of inviting spaces that offer plenty of room for both relaxing and socializing. These ships are vastly smaller than most cruise ships, with up to just 150 passengers on our river trips and up to only 250 on our ocean trips.
We sail with up to 30 Backroads guests per group. Occasionally there may be more than one Backroads group onboard and you may cross paths with the other group on routes or at restaurants. When this occurs, each group will have their own dedicated onboard Backroads leaders.
On our active cruises, we seek out diversity by including regionally authentic and inventive meals for onshore lunches and the occasional onshore dinner. On-ship meals, though delightful, are meant to appeal to a wide cross section of passengers and may at times feel more conventional for some, and less reflective of the region than on Backroads hotel trips.
Our daily itinerary is based on scheduled sailing and port arrival times and as a result some days have more opportunities for exploring on land while other days have more sailing time. Every river has its own unique temperament and for centuries water levels have shifted due to rain, temperature and agriculture. High water levels may mean the ship cannot pass under a bridge, low water levels result in slower sailing, and a disabled lock can also lead to some extra cruising time. Should any unforeseen change happen during your river cruise, we will work closely with AmaWaterways’ captain and staff, who are very experienced in going with the flow.
In contrast to our usual land-based trips, which have similar room categories, the AmaWaterways ships offer a wide range of stateroom categories. The top-tier staterooms often fill fast, so book as early as possible if this is important to you.
Most port conditions require that ships tie up alongside each other, in which case you may need to walk through another ship to access our ship. This is a part of river cruising due to its popularity. You may experience obstructed views from your stateroom when the ship is double-docked, but as soon as we set sail again your beautiful views will be restored.
Dates & Prices
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