The German Danube

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5 Based on 1 Review
  • duration 15 days
  • tour type Private
  • age requirement 18-99 yrs
  • max group size 15
  • guiding method Self-guided
  • Tour Code BM-20437
  • Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
  • Operated in English
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  • Starts Donaueschingen, Germany
  • Ends Passau, Germany
HIGHLIGHTS Download trip notes
  • Cycling along the Danube through southern Germany
  • Experiencing the timelessness of the river landscape
  • Exploring Ulm and the three river town of Passau
  • Discovering the lively history of one of Europe's most important rivers
The "The German Danube" tour starts in Donaueschingen and ends in Passau. The "The German Danube" tour is a bicycle tour that takes 15 days taking you through Donaueschingen, Straubing, Riedlingen, Donaueschingen and 10 other destinations in Germany and Austria. This is a self-guided private tour that includes accommodation in hotels, transport, meals and others.

Cycle along the entire German Danube. The Danube, Europe's second longest river, courses through ten countries en route to the Black Sea. This expansive cycling tour leads you along the entire German Danube. From where the Brigach and Breg Rivers join in Donaueschingen to where the River crosses over to Austria near Passau, you will cycle through the entire breadth of Southern Germany. As the cycle path meanders alongside the river, pass by magnificent castles and monasteries and get to know the exciting cities of Ulm and Regensburg. The route is characterised by stunning natural vistas and numerous picturesque towns and villages.
ITINERARY Expand All
  • Day 1 : Arrive Donaueschingen
  • Day 2 : Through the Baar landscape to Muhlheim/Fridingen (45-50km/28-31mi)
  • Day 3 : Cycle to Sigmaringen with its inhabited castle (45km/28mi)
  • Day 4 : Continue past historic villages to Riedlingen (35km/22mi)
  • Day 5 : Cycle to the pretty market town of Ehingen (40km/24.8mi)
  • Day 6 : Cycle past Medieval castles and ruins to Ulm (40km/25mi)
  • Day 7 : Via interesting villages and a Rococo style church en route to Lauingen/Dillingen (50km/31mi)
  • Day 8 : Cycle to Donauwörth on the mouth of the Wörnitz river (45km/28mi)
  • Day 9 : A few small hills of the Franconian Jura en route to Ingolstadt (60km/37mi)
  • Day 10 : Continue by bike to Abensberg (40km/25mi)
  • Day 11 : Cycle to Regensburg, the most northerly point of the Danube (55km +boat/34mi)
  • Day 12 : Cycle past Wörth Castle to Straubing with its distinctive tower (55km/34mi)
  • Day 13 : Cycle to Deggendorf, gateway to the Bavarian forest (40km/25mi)
  • Day 14 : A final stage to the three river city of Passau (55km/34mi)
  • Day 15 : Trip concludes (or continue on to Vienna or Budapest)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Accommodation
  • 14 nights in 3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Meals
  • 14 breakfasts
Guide
  • Entrance to: Sigmaringen Castle including guided tour and the Mobile Museum in Ingolstadt
Others
  • 27 speed rental bike with pannier, handlebar bag, lock, spare tyre and repair kit (e-bikes available on request - supplement applies). Children's bikes also available on request.
  • Luggage Transfer, 1 piece maximum 20kg, supplement applies for excess
  • Boat trip Weltenburg to Kelheim including bike
  • Information pack including route notes and maps per room booked & GPX Tracks
  • Emergency hotline - 7 days 8am to 8pm
WHAT'S EXCLUDED
  • Travel to Donaueschingen and from Passau
  • Meals not listed as included, drinks
  • Travel insurance - mandatory
  • Helmets, not available to rent or purchase
  • E-bikes available on request - supplement applies
  • Guide – this is a self guided cycling holiday
  • A supplement will apply if you are travelling solo or book a single room
  • Entrance fees not listed as included
  • Transfers not listed as included
  • Transfers by taxi or public transport if you need to skip a stage
  • Excess luggage
  • Hotel taxes if applicable – payable directly to the hotel
  • Items of a personal nature
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
5 - Excellent
Based on 1 review
  • Anonymous
  • On Jun 12 2019
5 - Excellent
Excellent
The German Danube cycle tour is a great way to visit the German countryside. The bike tracks are very safe, sometimes sealed and sometimes gravel, but never difficult to ride on. The accommodation was excellent, as were the... Read more
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CANCELLATION

No additional cancellation fees apply for this The German Danube tour. You can cancel the tour up to 72 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 71 days of departure.

Payment

For any tour departures within 07 June 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 07 June 2024, a deposit of 189 USD is required to confirm the tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 71 days before trip departure.

Travel Insurance

The German Danube tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.

Visa

For this The German Danube tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.

For Solo Travelers

A twin share room may not always be available for solo travelers as it depends on the final number of people on the tour. If you have picked twin share room while booking, and that option is not available, we will get back to you after booking. A single room might then be available against an additional fee.

COVID-19 Safety Measures

This trip incorporates the following COVID-19 measures:

  • Rigorous hygiene safety measures will be followed in transportation, accommodation and meal venues.
  • All travellers 18 years and older will be required to be fully vaccinated atleast 14 days prior to departure.
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