Independent cycling: No tour leader, the ships’ crew does daily briefing, independent cycling
Guided cycling: A tour leader will guide you during the cycling days
Independent / Guided
It was in Passau that Sisi began her journey along the Danube as a young bride to Vienna, where she was eagerly awaited by her Emperor Franz. Follow in the footsteps of the Austrian empress by bicycle and on a nostalgia ship as you discover breathtakingly beautiful river scenery with small sleepy villages, castles and palaces set in gorgeous countryside and enjoy warm Austrian hospitality at every stage of your cycling tour. The region is a gourmand’s paradise and famous for its cakes, pastries and other irresistible culinary treats. After Wiener Schnitzel, Sachertorte and apricot dumplings it’ll be much easier to burn up the miles… Wines from the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Landscape Wachau enjoy an international reputation, Linz, the capital of Upper Austria is …
It was in Passau that Sisi began her journey along the Danube as a young bride to Vienna, where she was eagerly awaited by her Emperor Franz. Follow in the footsteps of the Austrian empress by bicycle and on a nostalgia ship as you discover breathtakingly beautiful river scenery with small sleepy villages, castles and palaces set in gorgeous countryside and enjoy warm Austrian hospitality at every stage of your cycling tour.
The region is a gourmand’s paradise and famous for its cakes, pastries and other irresistible culinary treats. After Wiener Schnitzel, Sachertorte and apricot dumplings it’ll be much easier to burn up the miles…
Wines from the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Landscape Wachau enjoy an international reputation, Linz, the capital of Upper Austria is home to the biggest church in Austria. And then there’s Vienna… Enchanting, charming and perhaps slightly eccentric, the City of Waltz will capture your heart in an instant. Magnificent buildings from the imperial age bear witness to the impressive history of times gone by.
Highlights
Passau, the Bavarian city of 3 Rivers
the „Great Loop“ Schlögener Donauschlinge
cultural capital Linz
the World Cultural Heritage Site Wachau
the cosmopolitan city of Vienna with plenty of sights
A cycling holiday to Vienna: a great mix of cycle rides along the Danube, a lovely stay aboard a boat and a trip to one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.
Individual bicycle tour: You´ll receive a detailed roadbook with maps and information to the routing on board. You do not cycle in a group – you cycle individually in your own tempo and are therefore able to time your day to your needs. Only the schedule gives you a time frame.
Guided tours: possible on some dates, a supplement is charged
The ship – Your sailing hotel
In between cycling excursions, you cruise along with the ship, which travels to a new destination every day. You dine, sleep and eat breakfast on board. You’ll receive a packed lunch every day, and you can usually choose between a longer or shorter bike ride. It’s also possible to spend a day on board if you like. There are rental bikes on board, but you can also bring your own if you mention it when booking.
Experience Mediterranean flair in Passau, the city of three rivers. You should definitely set aside some time on the day of your arrival for a walk through the picturesque baroque city with its narrow lanes and Passau cathedral home to the largest church organ in the world. After embarkation between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m., it’s time to cast off and begin your cycling vacation with a romantic boat trip into the sunset, with a view of the Passau backdrop of church towers and domes slowly disappearing on the horizon.
Day 2 Engelhartszell – Brandstatt
45km27 mi
Breathe in the fragrance of the dense forest and freshly mown meadows. Explore the pristine countryside of the Upper Danube valley on the former towpath as it runs past sleepy villages. Small, rustic inns at the edge of the trail invite you to linger, the aroma of fresh fish grilled according to tradition on a stick wafts through the air. The Schlögener Blick observation point offers a truly stunning view of the Schlögener Schlinge where the Danube carves its way through a gorge and doubles back on itself.
Day 3 Brandstatt – Linz | Linz – Tulln
24km14 mi
Catch some fresh country air again – at lunch time, you’ll reach the Upper Austrian capital of Linz. During a guided stroll through the picturesque old town, you’ll discover its enchanting charm (optional). The cathedral is the biggest church in Austria, the Pöstlingbergbahn the steepest adhesion railway in the world. Are you curious about the future? At the ARS Electronica Museum you can try out some of the most impressive examples of modern technology for yourself. Make sure you don’t miss it!
Day 4 Tulln – Vienna
31km19 mi
Right in front of Vienna’s entrance, embedded in a breathtaking scenery, the monastery of Klosterneuburg is situated. You can already see the dome of this 900 year old baroque building from a distance. “Kahlenbergerdorf” with it’s wine taverns is only a hop from the shipping pier and definitely worth a visit. After a stroll through the vineyards, you can enjoy the panoramic view over Vienna.
Day 5 Vienna (day of rest)
On a city tour of Vienna all the sights are within reach from the saddle of your bike or on the HOP ON HOP OFF bus (optional). The magnificent Ringstraße will remind you of times long past and inviting coffee houses will tempt you with delicious Viennese cakes and pastries, while the Naschmarket market is a feast for all the senses. End the evening on a magical note with a concert of waltz and classical operetta music in Sisi’s summer residence (optional).
Day 6 Wachau | Krems – Melk
37km22 mi
An unforgettable day in the picturesque Wachau. Cycle through delightful wine-growing villages surrounded by terraced vineyards and apricot trees. The charming little town of Dürnstein with its narrow lanes is an absolute highlight. In Spitz – one of the most famous wine-growing villages in the World Cultural Heritage Landscape – you can discover the first rate famous Wachau wines.
Day 7 Grein – Mauthausen
36km22 mi
A beautiful and diverse route awaits you, offering a wide range of experiences! Starting from the medieval town of Grein (home to Austria’s oldest theater, visit optional), you’ll cycle through the picturesque hinterland of the Strudengau region. With a bit of luck, you may even be personally guided through the romantic Clam Castle by the castle’s lord. Additionally, you’ll take a journey back in time to prehistory at the Celtic Village in Mitterkirchen. The Mauthausen Memorial, a WWII concentration camp memorial site, is situated on a hill near the town.
Day 8 Passau
Enjoy the first rays of sun and the early morning tranquility one last time from the deck of the ship before you reach Passau, your heart bursting with memories. Disembarkation is scheduled for approximately 11:00 a.m. We kindly recommend not booking car or train travel before 12:00 p.m. to allow for possible disembarkation delays. Please also allow at least two hours of travel time from Passau to the Munich Airport.
Good to know
Cycling route distances in the travel program are approximate.
On some days you can choose between a longer and a shorter cycling route. Please note that on the shorter routes you may not be able to visit all the highlights mentioned.
Tour profile, level 1: 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.
Individual bicycle tours: You´ll receive a detailed roadbook with maps and information to the routing on board. You do not cycle in a group – you cycle individually in your own tempo and are therefore able to time your day to your needs. Only the schedule gives you a time frame. The cruise director explains the evening before the next cycling path in the daily briefings and inform you about the specifics and gives tips about sightseeing, possibilities to take a rest and specialties.
If you do not want to cycle, just stay on board and enjoy the passing landscape on the sun deck or relax in the infrared cabin. The crew is trying to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
In the event of extremely high or low water, the shipping company reserves the right to bridge stages by bus or even to cancel the trip at short notice without any legal claim arising therefrom (water levels are force majeure). The same applies for officially decreed repairs to locks or bridges, not announced in advance, or in the event of motor or propulsion damage to the ship without attributed fault.
One the one hand, a riverboat is a “holiday hotel”, while on the other, it is also a means of transport that moves with motor power and must always be operated, even at night (partially with lock and bridge passages and the retractions and extensions of the structures caused as a result). Mistakes can happen with lock passages. This is the case for all Danube journeys and cannot be avoided.
Please bear in mind that riverboats are restricted (bridge passages, locks) in size (length, height, width) and therefore cannot be compared with cruise liners in the sea. The cabins are limited in space but are nevertheless comfortable and furnished.
Prices & availability
Date
Departure
Ship
May 23, 2026May 30, 2026
Fully booked
Saturday
Jun 13, 2026
Saturday
Jun 20, 2026
Passau
Lisabelle
Prices from
€1,669.00 p.p.
Jul 11, 2026Jul 18, 2026
Fully booked
Saturday
Jul 18, 2026
Saturday
Jul 25, 2026
Passau
Lisabelle
Prices from
€1,519.00 p.p.
Saturday
Jul 25, 2026
Saturday
Aug 1, 2026
Passau
Lisabelle
Prices from
€1,519.00 p.p.
Saturday
Aug 15, 2026
Saturday
Aug 22, 2026
Passau
Lisabelle
Prices from
€1,519.00 p.p.
Aug 22, 2026Aug 29, 2026
Fully booked
Saturday
Sep 19, 2026
Saturday
Sep 26, 2026
Passau
Lisabelle
Prices from
€1,669.00 p.p.
Practical information
Included in this tour
7 nights in outside cabins with private facilities and air conditioning
Program according to itinerary from/to Passau
Captains greeting and Welcome cocktail
Full board: breakfast buffet, lunch on board (non-cyclists) or packed lunch (cyclists), afternoon coffee break, dinner (2/3 dishes to choose from)
Bed linen and towels on board
Daily cleaning of the cabin
Gala-dinner with farewell cocktail
Board musician
Tour guide on board (does not cycle with the group)
Mandatory fuel surcharge: €65 per person (April) / €80 per person (May-September), payable on board
SGR Insolvency protection (mandatory consumer contribution SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme: € 5 per person – will be specified separately on the booking confirmation)
Bike rent for 21-/24 gear bike: €109 per week/person.
Electrically assisted-Bike: €229 per week/person (pre-booking, limited available, available from 160 cm/ 5ft. 2)
Rental helmet: € 20
Rental bike disclaimer: € 25 pro bike*
Rental E-Bike disclaimer: € 60 pro E-Bike*
Own bike: if you want to bring your own bike you have to pay €29 (in advance).
Own E-bike: if you want to bring your own E-bike you have to pay €49 (in advance)
*: If a traveller rents a bike/E-Bike, he is basically liable for damages and theft. When booking our rental bike/E-Bike disclaimer, we assume liability so that in case of loss or damage to the rental bike/E-Bike (when properly used and secured) no financial responsibility must be paid. Excluded from this are only lost keys, batteries and chargers of e-bikes, as well as damage due to intent or gross negligence.
ECO cabins: front/rear area of the ship (operating noises possible)
Child reduction:
0-2,99 yrs: Free of charge in baby cot (baby cot must be brought individually; category superior ONLY)
3-11,99 y.: -10% with 1 full paying adult in cabin (cat. standard)
Additional: Guided Tour: € 235 p.p., possible on the departure dates: May 30 and August 22. Further dates upon request – min. 10 participants, max. 18 persons (has to be reached 4 weeks prior to departure date). Personal attention from a dedicated guide you cycle in a small group where you explore a lot of local cultures, discover hidden sites and secret places and enjoy some delicious appetizers.
Guided tour additionally includes:
Cycling tour guide
Ferry rides
Rental helmet (adults only)
Excursion program Optional excursions (not included in the price of your tour) can be booked individually or as a package at a discount on board only. – Vienna: City tour by bike or HOP ON HOP OFF bus / Waltz & operetta concert in the Schönbrunn Palace – Linz: Guided city walk – Wachau: Wine tasting with a local winegrower – Grein: Visit of Austria’s oldest theater – Klosterneuburg: Guided Monastery tour with Verduner Altar
Parking Passau incl. shuttle transfer to/from pier – outdoor area: € 83 – Parking garage:€ 104 (registration form in the travel documents, payable locally)
Minimum of participants Ship: 90 people (has to be reached 4 weeks prior cruise start) Guided Tour: 10 people (max. 18 people) has to be reached 4 weeks prior cruise start)
Legal notice: Boat Bike Tours is not the operator of this tour; this is a so called ‘partner tour’. Tour operator is: Rad & Reisen, Vienna (A). The tour operator is entitled to cancel the tour if the minimum number of participants has not been reached. If the tour will not take place, all deposits/payments will be fully refunded.
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You get 3% on your second tour with us.
From the third tour onwards, you will receive a 5% discount.
Enjoy savings on any of our upcoming trips in 2026.
Check your post-tour email for details. You can combine this discount with other promotions for additional savings. Join us again for another adventure by boat and bike!
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My husband and I throughly enjoyed our first biking trip along the Danube. The quality of the bikes, the ship, the food, and the level of service and attentiveness were exceptional. We hope to do another biking trip in the near future!
Cindy
Sep 24th, 2025
5 / 5
Our experience was better than&
Our experience was better than expected. The crew were very helpful and accommodating throughout the week. All meals were well done with good selection. The other passengers we met added to a positive experience. The bikes were comfortable to ride and occasionally we would interpret the trail incorrectly but we were able to get back without much difficulty.
Kathryn
Oct 7th, 2019
4 / 5
If you look for active hollidays
If you look for active hollidays, but keep interested with good travelling conditions, good meals… that’s it.
Kri$0
Oct 5th, 2019
5 / 5
Another great Bike-Boat tour!
We had a great experience from beginning to end. The bikes were comfortable to ride, the crew were all friendly, the food was great, and the routes were well explained.
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