Cycling in Austria, Slovakia and Hungary
Wind your way from the elegant city of Vienna along the Danube Cycle Path. Crossing the Austria - Slovak border the cycle route passes vineyards on the slopes of the Little Carpathian Mountains into the capital, Bratislava.
Using quiet country roads this itinerary continues into Hungary where you will pedal through numerous delightful towns far away from the throngs of tourists. Explore the town of Tata and the Baroque city of Gyor and gain an insight into the history and cultural influences that have shaped Hungary.
Visit the unusual artist village of Szentendre and its outlying island before heading to Budapest - the 'Paris of Eastern Europe'.
Note: Guided departures available on 12 July, 2 August and 23 August 2009 and a supplement applies. Ask our office for details.
Using quiet country roads this itinerary continues into Hungary where you will pedal through numerous delightful towns far away from the throngs of tourists. Explore the town of Tata and the Baroque city of Gyor and gain an insight into the history and cultural influences that have shaped Hungary.
Visit the unusual artist village of Szentendre and its outlying island before heading to Budapest - the 'Paris of Eastern Europe'.
Note: Guided departures available on 12 July, 2 August and 23 August 2009 and a supplement applies. Ask our office for details.
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Itinerary / Highlights
DAY 1 Arrive ViennaDAY 2 Cycle along the Danube to Bad Deutsch Altenburg (46km)
DAY 3 Follow the Danube to Bratislava, Slovakia and cycle country roads into Hungary (75-83km)
DAY 4 Cycle past delightful villages to baroque city of Gyor (45km)
DAY 5 To Tata, situated on two lakes (61 or 90km)
DAY 6 To Esztergom / Sturova (55km)
DAY 7 Ferry round trip to Szentendre Island and cycle to Budapest (70km)
DAY 8 Bus return to Vienna, trip concludes
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Accommodation Details
2 nights in 4 star hotels and 5 nights in 2 to 3 star inns and hotels (Category B) with private bathroom on a twinshare basis in low season (upgrade available to 3 to 4 star (A) - supplement applies)
