An exceptionally
welcoming terrain and warmhearted people await you on this multi-faceted visit
to Old World gems of Central Europe.
You’ll venture through the rolling farmlands of Slovakia and
past Hungary’s lofty castles, admiring beautiful streams and waterfalls, formal
gardens and the mighty Danube River. Along the way, you’ll explore medieval
royal cities, view remnants of the Roman Empire and stay at some of the world’s
leading boutique hotels. You’ll also meet the local people where they live and
work as you learn how strudel is made, taste Hungary’s national brandy, visit a
horse farm and meet a local craftsperson—all on exclusive VBT events.
What's Included
Bicycle Tour Only - without Air
- 6 nights in a castle hotel and 3- and 4-star inns
- 13 meals—6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
Air Package
Plus
- Roundtrip international airfare
- 8 nights in a castle hotel and 3-, 4- and 5-star inns
- 15 meals—8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners
- Transfers
- Day pass to the Budapest public transportation system
- AND the option to add our Low-Cost Trip Extensions: Pre-trip: Bratislava • 2 nights $245 Post-trip: Budapest • 2 nights $245
Both Vacation Options
Include
- FREE use of our custom VBT bicycle and helmet
- Service of two bilingual VBT Trip Leaders
- FULL VAN SUPPORT
- Daily route directions and maps
- Welcome reception with local brandy and hors d'oeuvres
- Sightseeing and cultural activities
- 5% Frequent Traveler Credit to use on your next VBT
vacation
- Special Good Buy Discount
Cultural Highlights
- Explore one of
the locks of the Danube
River
- Bask in the
bubbling waters of a thermal spa
- Sip pálinka, Hungary’s
national brandy, during a tasting at a local distillery
- Learn strudel
making during a demonstration in a private home
- Stroll cobbled
streets in medieval gems like Györ and Esztergom
- Marvel at the
skill of Hungarian riders at a horse farm
- Ferry across the
Danube to historic Visegrad
- Enjoy a relaxing
cruise on the Danube
- Prepare a
Hungarian feast over an open fire
- Stay at an
atmospheric Hungarian castle for two night
What to Expect
This tour offers easy terrain throughout the trip and is ideal for
beginning cyclists.
- Activity Level: Easy
- Daily Mileage: 15 - 35
- Daily Biking Time: 2 - 4 hours