Highlights of river Danube
Danube river | MS Fortuna
Passau
Boarding time at 4:30 p.m. Located at the meeting point of the Danube, Inn and Ilz Rivers, Passau has numerous of interesting sites to visit. Use your free time and stroll through the cobblestoned old town centre, listen to the bells of Passau’s Gothic Town Hall or have a look at the world’s largest Catholic Church organ in the Passau Cathedral. At 6.00 p.m. we cast off!
Your first day’s cycling begins with a ride through the classic scenery of the ‘Great Loop’ Donauschlinge - one of the most beautiful sections of the Danube. Along the way you will encounter tiny villages and cozy cider taverns. In Austria’s only Trappist monastery at Engelhartszell you can taste their delicious liquors and cheese. The famous ‘Schlogener View’ provides a wonderful panorama of the surrounding Austrian countryside. The boat welcomes all cyclists back on board in the charming market town of Aschach
You pedal along the former ‘Iron Curtain’, cross the green line and reach the imposing Imperial Palace of Hof with its beautifully terraced gardens. Follow the bike path through Austria’s ‘vegetable garden’ to the coronation city of Bratislava and the slopes of the little Carpathians and discover the hidden alleyways and sights of Bratislava on an optional city tour.
The entrance to Budapest, Hungary’s capital is stunning. Savour the beauty of Budapest during a coach tour or a guided bike tour (optional) to discover many of the highlights of this handsome city. You can also choose to cycle to the charming town of Szentendre with its Mediterranean atmosphere and lively art scene. You will get a very close experience of Hungarian culture at an evening show with traditional music and dance (optional).
The wooded hills of Pilis, Visegrád and Börzsöny together with the meandering Danube create a wonderful landscape that has become a nature lover’s paradise. Situated in the middle of the Danube River the idyllic isle of Szentendre exudes silent Puszta romance. You cycle via the baroque village of Vác (influenced by the architects of Austria’s empress Maria Theresia) to the bishop town of Esztergom with its gorgeous basilica – Hungary’s largest Catholic Church.
Vienne
rest dayDiscover Vienna’s most beautiful attractions. During a city tour by bike or bus (optional) you will experience Vienna’s most famous examples of architecture: the imperial Hofburg, St. Stephens Cathedral, the gorgeous ‘Ring’-boulevard and the State Opera House, the Burgtheater and town hall and, of course, the colorful "Hundertwasserhaus". Take time to relax in one or more of Vienna’s famous cafés, while the evening ends impressively at a classical concert (optional) in one of Vienna‘s most famous palaces.
Your last biking day is a special highlight! A powerful ruin looms above the small Baroque town of Durnstein, while the blue spire of the monastery church is a landmark of the renowned Wachau. Amidst dreamy towns, apricot trees, vineyards and castles, this hilly landscape enchants everybody who visits ... you will be biking on cloud nine! In Weißenkirchen (possibility to do a wine-tasting – optional) you will find comfortable wine taverns along the bike path. After the Captain’s farewell dinner, lots of fun and entertainment can be experienced during the popular crew show.
Passau / Departure
As you cruise back up the Danube, enjoy the early morning sunshine as you wind your way to Passau, where you will disembark at about 10:00 am. Connecting travel should not be booked earlier than 11.00 am..
Tour character
The cycle route is completely flat with only slightly gradients, ideal for cyclists with less experience and children. Do not feel like cycling? Without effort you will also reach your destination by ship.
| Season 1 25.04.2021 - 30.04.2021 01.10.2021 - 03.10.2021 Sunday | Season 2 01.05.2021 - 31.05.2021 01.08.2021 - 31.08.2021 Sunday | Season 3 01.06.2021 - 31.07.2021 01.09.2021 - 30.09.2021 Sunday | |
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| Boat & Bike Passau-Budapest - MS Fortuna - main deck, 8 days, DE-DOSBF-08I-H | |||
| Base price | 799.00 | 899.00 | 949.00 |
| surcharge 2-bed-cabin as single use | 55% | 55% | 55% |
| Boat & Bike Passau-Budapest - MS Fortuna - middle deck, 8 days, DE-DOSBF-08I-M | |||
| Base price | 999.00 | 1,099.00 | 1,149.00 |
| surcharge 2-bed-cabin as single use | 55% | 55% | 55% |
| Discount 2-bed cabin ECO | -100.00 | -100.00 | -100.00 |
| Boat & Bike Passau-Budapest - MS Fortuna - upper deck, 8 days, DE-DOSBF-08I-O | |||
| Base price | 1,159.00 | 1,259.00 | 1,309.00 |
| Surcharge 2-bed-cabin suite | 320.00 | 320.00 | 320.00 |
| Season 1 Apr 25, 2021 - Apr 30, 2021 Oct 1, 2021 - Oct 3, 2021 Sunday | Season 2 May 1, 2021 - May 31, 2021 Aug 1, 2021 - Aug 31, 2021 Sunday | Season 3 Jun 1, 2021 - Jul 31, 2021 Sep 1, 2021 - Sep 30, 2021 Sunday | |
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| Passau Main deck | |||
| extra nights double room | 57.00 | 57.00 | 57.00 |
| extra nights single room | 82.00 | 82.00 | 82.00 |
| Passau Main deck | |||
| extra nights double room | 57.00 | 57.00 | 57.00 |
| extra nights single room | 82.00 | 82.00 | 82.00 |
| Passau | |||
| extra nights double room | 57.00 | 57.00 | 57.00 |
| extra nights single room | 82.00 | 82.00 | 82.00 |
| Passau | |||
| extra nights double room | 57.00 | 57.00 | 57.00 |
| extra nights single room | 82.00 | 82.00 | 82.00 |
| Passau Upper deck | |||
| extra nights double room | 57.00 | 57.00 | 57.00 |
| extra nights single room | 82.00 | 82.00 | 82.00 |
| Passau Upper deck | |||
| extra nights double room | 57.00 | 57.00 | 57.00 |
| extra nights single room | 82.00 | 82.00 | 82.00 |
- 7 nights in outside cabins with private facilities (shower or bathtube ; bathtube only on MV Fortuna) and air conditioning
- harbor fees
- Programm according to itinerary from/to Passau
- Captains greeting and welcome cocktail
- Daily cabin cleaning, towels and bed linen
- Full board: rich breakfast, lunch on board (non-cyclists) or packed lunch (cyclists), afternoon coffee break, dinner (2/3 dishes to choose), late night snack
- Gala dinner with farewell cocktail
- Farewell crew show
- Daily live music
- Tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group)
- Daily information meeting
- Detailed roadbook per cabin
Services not included
- Arrival and departure
- Transfers
- Rental bike
- Entrance fee
- City maps
- Ferrys
- Journey insurcance
- Tip and drinks on board
Arrival by car and parking
Driveway to the dockings Passau Lindau / Racklau / Schalding:
Driveway is possible - parking is forbidden, stops only for un-/loading
Car parking Passau: attended parking lot € 68 / garage € 79
(incl. transfer to / from ship, payable locally; prebooking required)
In Passau we offer a guarded parking possibility with our Partner Globus Parkservice / Eichberger Reisen.
Parking for special vehicles (caravan, minibus, van) for additional charge. Prices incl. 2 transfers (parking-ship-parking). A transferbus will bring you directly to the ship. As buses cannot reach pier 1 or 2 you will get off at Römerplatz (pier 5) and have to walk the last meters (walking distance approx. 4-5 min.). Your luggage will be delivered seperately by minibus directly to the ship.
Further information will be given within your travel documents prior departure.
Arrival by train
Train station: Passau
Passau is connected with the regional and intercity trafficnet of the Deutschen Bahn (german train). Main train station is reachable - depending on the ship landing stage of the ship - between 2-6 km. You´ll find taxis at the Airport exit. No liability for any delays. Please be informed that seat reservations can only be done via Deutsche Bahn AG (f.i. via webpage >>www.bahn.de) or in your travel agency.
Arrival by plane
Airport: Munich (MUC) / Vienna (VIE)
Driving Munich airport - Passau (via Freising): approx. 2 1/2 h (bus/taxi, train)
Recommended routing:
Munich - Freising
BUS Munich Airport - Freising train station (ca. € 3,30/person)
TAXI Munich Airport – Freising train station (ca. € 30,-/way)
Freising - Passau
TRAIN Freising – Passau / Bayernticket: 1st person € 26,- >> www.bahn.de
every next person € 6,- (up to person).; driving time approx. 2 h
collective shuttle Munich airport - Passau/ship: see tourprice list (reservation necessary)
Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!
MS Fortuna
Step on board into a stylish and luxurious atmosphere. From the bright and airy Panorama Salon, the comfortable Bar or the Sun Deck (in some areas roofed over) enjoy the picturesque riverside scenery as the ship glides through the water. In the elegant Panorama Restaurant our trained crew will pamper you with local and international specialities.
