Bike and boat comfort in the Danube valley: Passau – Vienna – Budapest – Passau on the MS Primadonna 2026

Your trip

A cycling vacation without changing hotels under the Austrian flag with the best service!

Viennese cuisine and specialties from the Danube countries, whirlpool, sauna, Kneipp pool, massage and hairdresser as well as a large sun deck, a friendly crew and fresh cuisine ensure your well-being on board. Enjoy the comfort of a floating 1st class hotel.

Experience the most beautiful sections of the European Cycle Route 6 on this active vacation on the Danube without any particular effort!

The Schlögener Schlinge, the Wachau, the Donau-Auen National Park, Linz (Capital of Culture 2009), Tulln (Egon Schiele Museum), Vienna (one of the TOP most liveable cities in the world), Budapest (wonderful lighting at night), the Danube Bend, Bratislava (twin city of Vienna) and Melk (imposing monastery) round off the experience of your cycling vacation – to name just a few of the countless highlights….

Your ship: The MS Primadonna

The double-hull (catamaran) design, unusual for river cruise ships, gives the MS Primadonna a unique spaciousness and distinctive appearance. The 60 m long atrium with cozy seating areas and the bar with its breathtaking 9 m high glazing offer plenty of space for get-togethers.
You can spend wonderful hours on the open-air deck with whirlpool.

The small but nice wellness area with sauna, whirlpool, Kneipp basin and possibility for massage lets you forget the everyday life. The demands on the kitchen team are also high – let us spoil you! The much praised, warm crew and amenities offered by the MS Primadonna will make your stay an unforgettable cruise experience.

The cabins

All 82 cabins on the MS Primadonna are outside cabins with individually adjustable air conditioning, shower and toilet, hairdryer, TV, safe, telephone, minibar and spacious wardrobes. The cabins on the main deck are approx. 11.5 square meters in size, equipped with a porthole that cannot be opened (main deck aft approx. 9.5 square meters – bunk beds/ideal for single occupancy). The spacious  Cabins on the upper and promenade decks are approximately 16.5 square meters in size and also have a balcony with bench and desk.

Occupancy up to max. 4 persons in main deck cabin (bunk beds/fold-in top beds) or max. 3 persons in upper deck cabin (75 x 185 cm sofa bed) possible on request.

Cabin main deck	Cabin panorama deck

 

Deck plan

Gastronomy

Upscale, international level with specialties of the Danube countries, especially Viennese cuisine. The meals are prepared mainly with regional, Austrian food. In the morning you can expect an American breakfast buffet with organic corner, a light 3-course menu for lunch or packed lunch for cyclists; in the evening a 4-course menu. Afternoon tea / coffee incl. Cake; late night midnight snack.

Give us your dietary requests by late. known one week before departure. We will get back to you regarding fulfillment.

 

Technical data

113.5 m long and 17.4 m wide, 17 knots speed. 2 main engines. 3 auxiliary engines, 2 air conditioners; 1.7 m draft, 8.2 m above waterline. 4 decks.

Route / requirement

> Easy to ride, mostly flat route with no significant climbs. Should you wish to take a rest, you are welcome to cover individual daily stages by boat.

The trip is for people with reduced mobility. MS Primadonna has two barrier-free promenade and two upper deck cabins. Please note that all bus rides/transfers e.g. also during the city tours are NOT barrier-free. Provided that you can get on and off the bus independently, the transfers/city tours are welcome.

Rental bicycles

> Sturdy touring bikes 7-speed with hub gears and coaster brake or 21-speed with derailleur and freewheel (please specify when booking), comfort saddle, 28 inch with different frame heights, equipped with saddle bag.

> Electric bikes: 8-speed gears (freewheel); range between 60 and 80 km (depending on riding style); suitable for people between 1.60 m and 1.90 m tall. Bookable on request and with surcharge.

Own bikes

It is generally possible to bring your own bikes, but at your own risk.

For possible damages etc. on the own bike during the whole bike trip as well as during transport trips can not be liable.

For your own safety, we recommend that you always wear a bicycle helmet on all bicycle tours.

Arrival

Railroad

Passau is very easy to reach by train. Timetables and tickets can be found at www.bahn.de.

A transfer from the train station to and from the ship can be added upon request.

Car / Parking

> You can book an unguarded parking space for the duration of your trip at the Infopoint on the outskirts of Passau. Availability is limited.

> A transfer from the parking lot to the ship on embarkation day is usually included. Please refer to the travel documents for details.

Your travel schedule in brief

Day		Location		To		From
Fri		Passau		from 14:30 until 16:30 (!)		03:00
Sa		Schlögen Linz		08:00 15:30		10:30 20:00
So		Tulln Vienna		08:00 12:30		10:00 23:00
Mo		Esztergom Budapest		09:00 22:00		11:00
Tue		Budapest				18:00
Mi		Bratislava		13:00		19:30
Do		Krems Pöchlarn		09:30 15:30		11:30 17:00
Fri		Passau (disembarkation until 10:00)		09:00

Notice:

Schedule and program changes due to local conditions (including high water, low water, bad weather, etc.) on the order of the 1st Captain possible or reserved. Bike excursions, shore programs and arrival & layover times may also be affected.

Country information

For information on travel advice and entry requirements to Austria, please see our Country Information page. Please also see our notes on package tours.