
Danube Bike & River Cruise: Prague to Budapest
Guided Bike & Boat
- Daily Mileage: 5 - 34 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 5 hours|
Starting From
11-day Air Package
$5,795
8-day Bike Tour Only
$4,795
Per person, double occupancy
Danube Bike & River Cruise: Prague to Budapest
A Danube cycling and river cruise doesn’t get any better than this! In just a week, you’ll explore four different countries— Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary—as well as a world-class cultural capital, Vienna. Cycle the renowned Danube Bike Path, admiring vistas of storybook villages and castles, lush vineyards, and carpeted hills unfurling along the river banks. Pause to explore medieval cities and the spectacular Melk Abbey, and enjoy a private wine tasting. And at the end of the day, return to a deluxe Emerald Cruises river ship, where attentive service, fine dining, and a welcoming ambiance invite you to relax after an invigorating day. There’s no better or more convenient way to experience the heart of Europe!
Tour Highlights
- Unpack once, then bike and boat along the Danube in four countries and three cultural capitals—all on one trip
- Follow the car-free and scenic Danube and EuroVelo 6 bike paths in this bicycle-friendly region
- Visit one of the oldest breweries in the world in Weltenburg
- Choose to be as active or relaxed as you wish from our menu of cycling routes and walking tours
- Enjoy an exclusive Viennese concert with the music of Strauss and Mozart
What to Expect
On Shore: This tour offers easy riverside terrain, with a few climbs to reach riverside towns. Riding is primarily on bike paths of both pavement and packed gravel, with some road riding, through both urban and rural areas. Our VBT support vehicle is available every day at designated points for those who need assistance.
On Board Ship: Our group of up to 24 VBT guests will be part of a larger group on board our 182-passenger river cruise ship. Every day will include your choice of exclusive VBT activities and opportunities to join others. While in port, our ship may be docked adjacent to other ships. This means you might walk through other ships while boarding or disembarking, and some views may be obstructed while in port.
- Daily Mileage: 5 - 34 miles|
- Biking: 1 - 5 hours|
- Group Size: 24
Cycling
Cyclists
Support
Average High /
Low Temperature (°F):
Apr57º/39º
May67º/49º
Jun72º/55º
Jul77º/59º
Aug77º/59º
Sep69º/53º
Oct57º/43º
Average
Precipitation:
Apr2.2 in
May2.4 in
Jun2.9 in
Jul2.5 in
Aug2.3 in
Sep1.8 in
Oct1.6 in
Air Package | Tour Only |
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Roundtrip international airfare | ||
Airport car service for arrival and departure | ||
One night in Prague and one night in Budapest in conveniently located hotels with daily breakfast | ||
1-day Prague Transportation Pass and 1-day Budapest Transportation Pass | ||
7 nights aboard a deluxe river ship | ||
21 meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners |

Step-Through (Mixte Hybrid) Comfort Bicycle
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Step-Over (Diamond) Comfort Bicycle
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Road Bicycle (Aluminum alloy frame)
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Electric-Assisted Bicycle (E-bike)
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Custom VBT Bike and Helmet
Two Local, Bilingual Trip Leaders
Vehicle Support
Luggage Transfers
Ride with GPS and Daily Route Notes
Welcome Reception
Facilitated Cultural Experiences
Your Choice of VBT Branded Gear for Your Adventure
Accommodations (Please Note: Days are based on the Air Package Itinerary. Accommodations may vary depending on departure date. )
Enjoy Your Vacation Longer With Low-Cost Trip Extensions
Air Package Only
2023 Pre-Trip Extension - Prague
2 Nights From $245 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $195
- 2 nights at the Mamaison Riverside Hotel Prague
- Airport car service for arrival
- 3-day Prague Transportation Pass
- Daily breakfast
- City information
All you have to do is get to the airport. On our Flight + Tour Combos, we’ll take care of the rest, handling all the logistics, so you can travel with peace of mind. Spend your first night aloft and arrive refreshed for an unforgettable trip.
Start off your first day in Prague right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2022 Pre-Trip Extension - Prague
2 Nights From $195 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $195
- 2 nights at the Mamaison Riverside Hotel Prague
- Airport car service for arrival
- 3-day Prague Transportation Pass
- Daily breakfast
- City information
All you have to do is get to the airport. On our Flight + Tour Combos, we’ll take care of the rest, handling all the logistics, so you can travel with peace of mind. Spend your first night aloft and arrive refreshed for an unforgettable trip.
Start off your first day in Prague right by having a VBT representative greet you at the airport. A complimentary car service will whisk you to your centrally located hotel. From here, you are perfectly positioned to explore this charming city at your leisure.
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to explore on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2023 Post-Trip Extension - Budapest
1 Night From $145 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $95
- 1 night at the Mamaison Andrássy Hotel or Mamaison Hotel Chain Bridge Budapest
- Airport car service for departure
- 3-day Budapest Transportation Pass
- Daily breakfast
- City information
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Budapest airport will be provided (an approximately 30 to 40-minute drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Air Package Only
2022 Post-Trip Extension - Budapest
1 Night From $145 per person, double occupancy
Single Supplement: From $95
- 1 night at the Mamaison Andrássy Hotel or Mamaison Hotel Chain Bridge Budapest
- Airport car service for departure
- 3-day Budapest Transportation Pass
- Daily breakfast
- City information
After a delicious included breakfast at your hotel, you are free to continue exploring on your own, using our included city information packet to guide your discoveries.
Included Meals: Breakfast
After an included breakfast this morning, complimentary transportation to the Budapest airport will be provided (an approximately 30 to 40-minute drive, depending on traffic) for your departing flight.
Included Meals: Breakfast

Nicely paced, well thought out itinerary. Easy paths with GPS guidance, though needed to pay attention closely as it was too easy to get off the designated trail though very obvious pretty quickly from GPS if you make a wrong turn. Nice to have a floating hotel so you were not packing and unpacking. Enough time for meals and breaks with great van/trip support. Ebike option was greatly appreciated
Danube Bike & River Cruise: Nuremberg to Budapest
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