Small Group
Vienna to Budapest Wine Country Biking
Ride from Austria to Hungary
7 Days, 6 Nights
Maximum Group Size
16
Activity Level:
B&R Activity Levels
Priced per person from
$8,395 USD
Single Supplement: $1,400 USD
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Carbon Neutral Trip
Pedal from Vienna to Budapest through a swirl of old-world charm and new-world wine. Glide past quiet lakes, vineyard-draped hills, and towns that pair perfectly with a glass of white. With four wine regions and two iconic capitals, this ride serves up rare vintages, historic views, and enough elegance to make your passport feel fancy.
Preview the itinerary
No two trips are ever the same, but this will give you a taste of what your journey will be like.
Day 1
Hike to the outskirts of Vienna to explore the 700 hectares of vineyards. Learn the rules dating back to the 1800s around the traditional Austrian Heuriger while relishing homemade delicacies. Later, visit the 19th c. wine archive inside the Palais Coburg, home to over 60,000 bottles.
Activity:
Vineyard walk
Day 2
Warm up your legs on a ride starting in Deutsch Haslau and through a handful of small Austrian villages. Enjoy lunch on the banks of Lake Neusiedl at a trendy locale. Tonight, dinner will be at Taubenkobel's world-class restaurant, a definite trip highlight!
Activity:
56 km (33 mi.) easy-going ride through open fields and along Lake Neusiedl | Elevation gain: 217 m (712 ft.)
Day 3
Looping past vineyards and farmland, you'll arrive at the Austro-Hungarian Cold War border crossing, known for its importance as one of the first cracks of the Iron Curtain. Enter Hungary, where you will meet a former local politician who will enlighten you on the events of the summer of 1989. Tonight, we'll drive to nearby Purbach for a memorable dinner.
Activity:
57 km (35 mi.) border area loop ride | Elevation gain: 421 m (1,381 ft.)
Day 4
Pedal through gentle hills into a little-known wine region to the town of Koveskal. Wind down this afternoon as Lake Balaton comes into view and finish your ride above the north shores of the lake. Tonight, we'll dine at the hotel's gourmand restaurant.
Activity:
50 km (31 mi.) Ride through Koveskal Wine-Region to Lake Balaton | Elevation gain: 265 m (869 ft.)
Day 5
Choose the route that feels best for you today, and cycle to Tihany before arriving at the lakeside peninsula. Roam the alleys of the abbey founded in 1055 surrounded by lavender and history. This afternoon, we'll introduce you to our favourite winery in the area for a tasting before dinner on the terrace.
Activity:
50-80 km (31-50 mi.) Undulating Loop around Lua via Tihany Peninsula | Elevation gain: 622-882 m (2,041-2,894 ft.)
Day 6
Choose to spend the morning paddling on the Lake Balaton with an industry expert- an Olympic champion. Cruise along the Danube into Budapest and our splendid hotel. Then we'll embark on a guided walking tour before an unforgettable dinner finale.
Activity:
19 km (12 mi) Lakeside Ride to the Eastern tip of Balaton | Total elevation: 149 m (489 ft)
Day 7
After a breakfast worthy of the hotel’s grandeur, you will depart at your leisure to head home or explore more of this vibrant city!
Rendezvous
Airport City: Vienna
Trip Start: Hotel Sacher Wien
Time: 8:45am
Farewell
Airport City: Budapest
Trip End: Matild Palace Hotel
Time: after breakfast
* Itineraries are subject to change. Please confirm exact Trip Start and Trip End locations upon booking.
Featured stays
Hotel Sacher Wien
Location: Vienna, Austria
Relais & Châteaux Taubenkobel
Location: Relais & Châteaux Taubenkobel, Austria
Lua Resort
Location: Lua Resort, Hungary
Matild Palace
Location: Budapest, Hungary
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What's included
Accommodation & dining
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners as indicated on the itinerary.
All accommodation as indicated on the itinerary.
Thoughtfully selected local wines, beers, cocktails or non-alcoholic beverages with all meals.
Active essentials
Choice of bike as appropriate for terrain (see below), equipped with handlebar bag and helmet.
A biodegradable B&R water bottle.
Use of a smartphone with downloaded GPS routes provided via RideWithGPS.
Guided services & gratuities
Services of B&R guide(s).
All special events, private tours, guest experts and entrance fees.
All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel services.
Transportation & logistics
Transportation from rendezvous to farewell.
Baggage transportation.
Access to the B&R support van every step of the way.
What's Not Included: International flights, travel protection, gratuity for your B&R guides.
This trip is carbon neutral. Learn more about our Sustainability commitment.
Experience Designer
Good to know
Accommodation
Hotel Taubenkobel offers simpler accommodation in a reimagined farmhouse setting, where luxury presents itself in the form of local charm, comfort and great service.
Wine
Hungary's wine culture is rich and diverse, offering a unique chance to explore distinctive styles and flavours. Discover new tastes and immerse yourself in the country’s exceptional winemaking traditions for an enriching experience.
Water activities
We'll have the opportunity to paddle and swim in Lake Balaton. Please come prepared with a bathing suit and consider your comfortability in and around open water.
Why choose a Small Group trip?
An Effortless Journey
Our expert Experience Designers are perfectionists, using first-hand knowledge of routes, restaurants and hotels to create an unforgettable experience. This means all the planning is taken care of for you. All you need to do is enjoy.
Active Exploration
From emerging destinations to iconic sights, B&R trips show you the world in a new way on our expertly developed cycling, walking and hiking routes. Travelling through historic villages and romantic vineyards and up to striking viewpoints, our routes offer a variety of challenges for every activity level.
Friends for Life
Your fellow travellers are as passionate and curious about the world as you are, which means the conversations and laughs will be as free flowing as your drink of choice. Don't be surprised if your group starts planning a reunion before the trip is done.
Room for Surprises
We love a plan, but we adore a spontaneous moment even more. Whether it’s an impromptu al fresco meal or a moon-lit musical performance, our advice is to expect the unexpected.
