Long cloaked from the west, even today Hungary remains a great mystery for many, but with B&R leading the way from Vienna to Budapest, we reveal a welcoming land rich with surprises. From the Austrian capital we head south, pedalling across the gently rolling Styrian countryside, onwards to Hungary but not before an exclusive castle stay in the company of Count Kottulinsky. Crossing into Hungary, our introduction takes us along the shores of Lake Balaton—central Europe's largest lake—before indulging our tastes in Badacsony, one of the country's principal wine regions. As we roll along easygoing pathways more castle stays await en route, as does Michelin-starred dining, horseback riding, a private cruise and perhaps a spot of skeet shooting. Pronouncing the names along the way might not get any easier, but inspired by its charms and warmed by its hospitality, Hungary is pure enchantment.

Here’s a sample of what you can expect on your custom-designed Bespoke Vienna to Budapest Biking adventure. Intrigued? Contact a Bespoke Trip Planner for further details.

Day 1 A warm-up ride through the Styrian countryside to our first castle stay at the Schloss Obermayerhofen
Day 2 An open day of options: biking, swimming, time at the spa, medieval sharpshooting even! For dinner we all gather this evening in the company of owner Count Kottulinsky
Day 3 Enter into Hungary and wend around Lake Balaton’s shoreline path, stopping for a wine tasting and dining on Michelin-starred dining this evening
Day 4 Generally flat riding today, though a Century Ride is available for the eager. Horseback riding and skeet-shooting on the grounds of Hertelendy Kastely, our base for the next two nights
Day 5 Gentle day of riding, with a picnic lunch in a sculpture park in Nagyatád, followed by a sumptuous final evening meal
Day 6 Breakfast at the hotel, then isten veled!