Cycling High Tatras to Budapest

Cycling High Tatras to Budapest

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Tour Overview

Embark on an exhilarating cycling adventure from the breathtaking High Tatras to the vibrant city of Budapest. This guided tour takes you through the stunning landscapes of Slovakia and Hungary, starting at the serene Strbske Pleso. Experience the thrill of cycling through the High and Low Tatras, visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites like Vlkolínec and Banska Stiavnica. Traverse the Carpathian Mountains, cross the iconic Danube River, and explore the historic town of Esztergom, home to Hungary's largest Catholic basilica. Conclude your journey with a scenic ride along the "Great Bend" of the Danube, arriving in Budapest for a memorable farewell dinner. This tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, culture, and natural beauty, with welcome and farewell dinners included. Please note that bike hire, accommodation, and additional meals are not included. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Cycling through the wilds of High Tatras National Park to Liptovsky Mikulas.

  • Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-listed village of Vlkolínec in the Low Tatras Mountains.

  • Climbing the Donovaly Pass and descending into Banska Bystrica.

  • Exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Banska Stiavnica.

  • Crossing the Danube River and entering Hungary.

  • Spending the night in Esztergom, home to Hungary’s largest Catholic basilica.

  • Riding the "Great Bend" of the Danube to reach Budapest.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Meet In Strbske Pleso

Location: Strbske Pleso

Accommodation Name: tour hotel

Meals Included: Dinner

We meet at our tour hotel on the shores of the montane lake Strbske Pleso for a trip briefing and welcome dinner.

Day 2 : Strbske Pleso – Liptovsky Mikulas

Location: Liptovsky Mikulas

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We ride west through the wilds of High Tatras National Park on a mix of paved roads and forest trails. Mostly downhill, this is a great warm-up with stunning scenery leading to the charming town of Liptovsky Mikulas.

Day 3 : Liptovsky Mikulas – Banska Bystrica

Location: Banska Bystrica

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Today’s ride takes us through the Low Tatras Mountains. We visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed village of Vlkolínec, climb up to the Donovaly Pass, and descend into the heart of Slovakia at Banska Bystrica.

Day 4 : Banska Bystrica – Banska Stiavnica

Location: Banska Stiavnica

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a flat ride following the course of the Hron River we venture into a terrain of low-rising, forested mountains and cultivated valleys. We spent the night in the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Banska Stiavnica, renowned for its historic legacy of gold and silver mining.

Day 5 : Banska Stiavnica – Esztergom

Location: Esztergom

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We complete our traverse across the Carpathian Mountains and descend to the plains of southern Slovakia. Crossing the Danube River to enter Hungary, we spend the night in the city of Esztergom, home to Hungary’s largest Catholic basilica.

Day 6 : Esztergom – Budapest

Location: Budapest

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We ride the “Great Bend” of the Danube, one of the most scenic stretches along the entire valley, to reach Budapest. We end our bike tour with a farewell dinner in the Hungarian capital.

Day 7 : Budapest Departure

Location: Budapest

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Our cycling tour has ended but we suggest you extend your stay another day or two to explore Budapest.

What's Included

  • Welcome Dinner

    A welcome dinner is provided on the first day at the tour hotel on the shores of the montane lake Strbske Pleso.

  • Farewell Dinner

    A farewell dinner is provided on the last day in the Hungarian capital, Budapest.

  • Cycling Tour

    A guided cycling tour from Strbske Pleso to Budapest, covering various scenic routes and historical sites.

  • UNESCO World Heritage Sites

    Visits to UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites such as the village of Vlkolínec and the town of Banska Stiavnica.

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation details are not provided, implying that it may not be included in the tour package.

  • Bike Hire

    Bike hire is not included in the tour package.

  • Meals

    Meals other than the welcome and farewell dinners are not included in the tour package.

  • Transport

    Transport to the starting location and from the ending location is not included.

Mode of Transport

Transport to the starting location and from the ending location is not included. The tour involves a guided cycling journey from Strbske Pleso to Budapest.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of cycling routes can I expect on this tour?

    The tour includes a mix of paved roads and forest trails, with routes through the High Tatras National Park, Low Tatras Mountains, and along the Danube River. The terrain varies from downhill stretches to climbs like the Donovaly Pass.

  • Are there any UNESCO World Heritage sites included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes visits to UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites such as the village of Vlkolínec and the town of Banska Stiavnica.

  • What meals are included in the tour package?

    The tour includes a welcome dinner on the first day at the tour hotel in Strbske Pleso and a farewell dinner on the last day in Budapest. Other meals are not included.

  • Is bike hire included in the tour package?

    No, bike hire is not included in the tour package.

  • What is the starting and ending point of the tour?

    The tour starts in Strbske Pleso, Slovakia, and ends in Budapest, Hungary.

  • What is the significance of Esztergom on this tour?

    Esztergom is significant for being home to Hungary’s largest Catholic basilica, and it is where you will spend the night after crossing the Danube River into Hungary.

  • Do I need to have travel insurance?

    Yes! SpiceRoads insists that all clients must take out good travel insurance before joining one of our tours. There are inherent risks involved in cycling and mountain biking and we will not be liable for your medical expenses or evacuation in case of an accident. This insurance must include adequate coverage for any personal accident, medical expenses, injury, death and repatriation. Insurance should also provide coverage for cancellations or curtailment of the holiday. Clients should also ensure that there are no exclusion clauses limiting protection for any dangerous or unusual activities that might be included in their tour. If you join the tour without adequate insurance you may be disallowed from continuing on the tour without the right of refund. Clients are solely responsible for arranging their insurance and they should ensure that they are covered for the full duration of their tour. Your tour leader will ask for copies of your insurance before allowing you to join the tour. This protects both you and us.

  • Is the trip guaranteed to depart and does it require a minimum number of people?

    There is a minimum number of participants (usually 2) required to enable the trip to go ahead. Once the minimum number is reached, the trip status will change from 'Available' to 'Guaranteed to Depart'. Once a trip is guaranteed to depart you are free to book your flights and make other travel arrangements. If the trip status is ‘Limited’ will mean we have only a small number of spaces available for booking. If you are unsure about the trip status, please contact us.

  • Why hire a bike from SpiceRoads?

    SpiceRoads bikes are never just "fit for duty" but a key component of our riders’ tour experience and satisfaction. For tours with bike hire option, renting one of our bikes saves hassle, not to mention precious luggage allowance. All SpiceRoads tours use well-known makes of mountain, hybrid or road bikes (depending on the tour) with lightweight alloy frames, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes or disc brakes and Shimano components. Mountain bikes all have front suspension. We renew bikes in our fleet every two seasons. When in use, our bikes are well-cared for, including full service before each trip and daily cleaning while on tour. SpiceRoads tour support vehicles carry plenty of spares and extra tubes for every emergency.

  • Do you have E-Bikes?

    Electric "pedal assist" e-bikes are available on select tours. E-bikes can help manage long distances and climbing terrain through the use of a pedal-activated electric motor. Unlike other e-bikes, "pedal assistedr" e-bikes feel more natural to the rider. We recommend e-bikes for riders interested in tours that might normally be too challenging for them, or for groups of riders with mixed ability. E-bikes provide assistance for long distance or more challenging terrain, but they can’t do all the work for you! Always chose a tour within the range of your own abilities to ensure your own enjoyment when exploring a new destination. Contact us for a complete list of e-bike available tours.

  • What do I need to bring if I rent a SpiceRoads bike?

    Bikes rented for tours always come with a helmet, a single water bottle cage, and a standard saddle. If you prefer to bring your own saddle (just the saddle, not the seat post), additional water bottle cage, or SPD pedals, we will fit them to your bike for the tour. Don’t forgot to bring your shoes and cleats if you bring SPD pedals! Women specific seats are recommended for longer tours. We have a limited supply of gel seat covers to soften the ride, and of strap-on toe cages. Please enquire about adding these during your booking.

  • Do you have details of the SpiceRoads fleet?

    In Thailand we have a fleet of Verve city bikes, TREK 4300 and X-Caliber 7 mountain bikes, TREK 7.2 X, FX 3 and 7200 hybrid bikes and Trek 2.1 C, Domane 2.0, Lexa SL and carbon Émonda S5 road bikes. We also carry Giant 2019 Explore E+ 3 e-bikes. Our bicycles are available in sizes ranging from 13 inches to 22 1/2 inches or 47 cm to 62 cm. Please note that a certain frame model is not guaranteed. In Bangkok and Chiang Mai, baby seats, tag-alongs, and child bikes for children are available. In Bangkok the single-wheeled tag-along bike attach to the seat-post of an adult bike, allowing a child to pedal along behind the adult. There's no age limit to the tag-along bike, but there is a 36 kg weight limit. Bike hire is include in the tour price for short tours, while longer tours offer bike hire as a supplement, as many riders opt to bring their own bike for our cycling tours. Depending on the destination, length of tour, and type of bike, hire costs vary.

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Sunday - Saturday

May 18, 2025 - May 24, 2025
$2650 (USD)

Book with Confidence

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    SpiceRoads Cycling allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform spiceroads cycling, 40 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    SpiceRoads Cycling requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of spiceroads cycling charges.

    At 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 0% of booking price.

    At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Cycling High Tatras to Budapest

7 Days Starting in Strbske Pleso, Slovakia and ending in Budapest, Hungary

Visiting: Strbske Pleso, Liptovsky Mikulas, Banska Bystrica, Banska Stiavnica, Esztergom, Budapest

Tour operator:

SpiceRoads Cycling

Tour code:

MCT-PTB

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

4 - 12

Physical rating:

Medium

Trip Styles:

Active, Adventure Tours

Activities:

Cycling, Walking

From: $2650 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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