Danube River Cruise Family Bike Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Small Luxury Ship
Danube River Cruise Family Bike Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Small Luxury Ship
2025: Jul-Aug
From $5,530 - $10,530 /person
Includes port fees
Prague to Budapest through Five Countries
Voyage from Passau to Vienna, Bratislava and on to Budapest. Pedal past fairy-tale castles and through splendid cityscapes. Unpack once and experience the ease and joy of life aboard a floating hotel.
Highlights
- Cycle with locals on the Donauradweg, the scenic bike path that meanders along the Danube
- Spin amid Wachau Valley vineyards and sample juicy fruits from rows of fragrant apricot trees
- Local guides help us unravel the many layers of history in intriguing ancient ports and cities
- Discover riverside landscapes in Bavaria’s forests and Austria’s Donau-Auen National Park wetlands
- Say guten Tag, servus, ahoj and szia as you journey from Germany to Hungary on one of Europe’s legendary waterways
StartPrague, Czech Republic
EndBudapest, Hungary
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-3
Warm up with a ride through the Bavarian Forest • Join in an Oktoberfest-style celebration before we set sail • Cycle through picturesque Vilshofen • Have lunch near medieval Neuburg Castle • Pedal to Passau, a city of splendid baroque architecture • Kids set off on an urban scavenger hunt while adults marvel at the ornate buildings on a walking tour of romantic Passau • Welcome to Austria! • Hop on your bike and delight in views of the Alps • 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 • Explore the bustling city of Linz.
Nights 1-7
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
Visit Melk, whose magnificent baroque abbey is perched high on a rocky promontory • Spin along the Donauradweg bike path, passing vineyards, forests and hamlets • The younger set gets medieval with an archery lesson on the grounds of preserved Schallaburg Castle • Cycle or cruise the most stunning stretch of the Danube from Melk to Krems, amid quaint storybook towns and the vineyards of Wachau Valley • In Vienna, enjoy pedaling on tranquil and car-free Danube Island • Youngsters delight in a visit to a hands-on chocolate-making museum • Explore this World Heritage city on a private walking tour.
Nights 1-7
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 6-8
Bike in 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 • Lunch at Schloss Hof, a famous castle and working farm with a wonderful petting zoo • Join a walking tour of Bratislava's charming medieval center • Adults get to know Budapest on a guided walk, while the kids experience a thrilling escape room activity • Families enjoy an evening folklore show.
Nights 1-7
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)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
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.
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.
Accommodations
Small Ships, Big Adventures
Our small ships feel more like boutique retreats, offering an experience a world away from the typical large cruise.
Ship may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-7
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)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Included in your trip price
- Backroads is the only travel company to manufacture it's own line of kid's bikes.
- Features smaller wheels -- the perfect choice for kids.
- On our Family Trips, you'll find 20"" and 24"" bikes.
Included in your trip price
- For children up to 85 pounds
- Attaches to an adult bike with your child providing some of the pedal power for a real team effort!
- Ideal for kids who aren't yet ready for bike touring.
- Cannot be pulled by an e-bike.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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Note: Your stateroom will be assigned based on availability. Please contact us if you are interested in booking multiple Stateroom Categories for your party, selecting a specific stateroom, or Single Supplement pricing.
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