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Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer

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Boat trip Szentendre - Budapest
Bike & Relax in Madach Imre ut 12
Self Guided Tour Budapest-Szentendre
Szentendre
Cruising on the Danube
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On average, this is booked 30 (0) days in advance.
5 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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German

Overview

Self-guided ride with our bicycles to the scenic village of Szentendre, ca. 25km along the Danube. If you follow our recommended route you will leave from Downtown to Margarete Island, enjoy the nature of the car-free island and pass Old-Buda and the Roman Beach.
It is up to you to decide on speed, stops, and enjoying the landscape. In summer you can even make a bathing stop. Ride on the perfect bicycle ways to Szentendre and enjoy the Mediterranean flair at the river.
Plenty to see, enjoyable ride for leisure riders & families or sportsmen & women.

Optional: Finish the tour with a relaxing boat ride on the Danube (ATTENTION: only available in Summer and the boat arrives at 18:10 in Budapest); The boat has to be booked directly with us. EUR 30/person.

Please note: this is a self-guided tour, you are your own guide and have to find the way and handle technical issues yourself. If you want full comfort consider booking a private guided tour.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Recommendation on the bicycle way and booklet on the route
  • Helmets (usage not obligatory)
  • Entrance fees (if you want to visit a museum)
  • Please note: no on-site technical support provided on the way (emergency pick-up etc.).
  • Boat transport is optional, please contact us
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Budapest
Madách Imre út 12, 1075 Hungary

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End point

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Bike & Relax

Our office is in Madach Imre street 12, which lies between Madach Square and Gozsdu-Court.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Budapest (pass by)

Ride through Downtown of Budapest to the Danube Bank. Enjoy safe bicycle ways and some quiet downtown roads. You are your own guide, go at your own speed and feel free to choose your breakes. Pass historical monuments like St. Stephens Basilica and Parliament.
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Margit-sziget

From Margaret Bridge we suggest to you to enter Margarete Island. Actually you could spend the whole day there, but your target will be to continue to Buda-Side of the city, Old-Buda and the Roman Beach. On Margaret Island private car traffic is prohibited, but take care on the public busses and pedestrians ! Some bars are located on the river bank, some cafes will be on your way and a wonderful scenery. Continue to Arpad Bridge in the north of the island, pass under the bridge and turn up to the bicycle way which leads you on the bridge to Buda.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Obuda

You will be surprised to find one of the oldest parts of Budapest behind some socialist apartment blocks. Be prepared to ride a short distance on some cobble-stones, but you will be awarded with the impression of a historical small town and idyllic houses. You can enjoy a break, even visit some interesting museums, or you continue along the Danube Bicycle Trail "Eurovelo 6".
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Roman Beach

Passing an old gas plant which is now a software park and passing under a railway bridge (actually you can pass here to Pest-Side) you will reach the Roman Beach. Famous recreational area of Budapest, quite crowded on summer evenings and weekends. Plenty of restaurants and beach bars and depending on the water lever of the Danube beaches. Be aware that bathing is forbidden ! Take your time and enjoy ! After the Roman Beach you will find excellent signage to Szentendre and the Danube Bicycle trail. A new build bicycle way will lead through a forest at the Danube (be aware of the Moscitos !!) to Lupa-Lake, which is an artificial lake offering real beach feeling. The entrance however is from the other side (i.e. south-western), where there are large parking places.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Lupa Beach (pass by)

If you are really focussed on reaching Szentendre then you will pass the lake on the bicycle way. But it is also great to spend the day at the Lupa lake - just than you shall postpone your trip to Szentendre to another day !!
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Szentendre

Szentendre is a beautiful settlement at the Danube ca. 25 km north of Budapest. It offers a mediterranean atmosphere and houses artists. Originally Serb & Croat settlement, therefore with a huge Serb church. The best is to park the bicycles somewhere at the river and make a walk through the pedestrian area. Plenty of restaurants are waiting for you. There are beaches, where you can bath.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Szentendre

On weekends there is the option of a Boatride of approx. 1 hour from Szentendre downstream to Budapest (if you have booked "option: return by boat"). All days you can return by regional train "HEV" to Budapest (option: "return by train"). The train gives full flexibility as it runs several times per hour.Relax and enjoy the Danube and it's riverbanks. You can take the bicycle on the boat and return to our office from the Downtown-boat stop on Pestside, next to "Vigado". Take care: the boat first stops in Buda, Batthyany Square, before crossing to the final stop at Vigado. You can by some softdrinks on the boat, otherwise there is no service.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Budapest, Madach Imre ut 12
  • MEETING POINT

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (9)

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Q: Will I get seasick on Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer?
A:

If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

Feb 2023
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Bottled water.
  • recommendation on the bicycle way and booklet on the route.
  • helmets (usage not obligatory).
  • free luggage storing during your tour.
  • Use a regular bicycle or a quality e-bicycle (pedelec).
  • lock.
The following is NOT included:
  • Entrance fees (if you want to visit a museum).
  • Please note: no on-site technical support provided on the way (emergency pick-up etc.).
  • Boat transport is optional, please contact us.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Szentendre: Self-guided Bicycle Tour with optional boat transfer will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Bottled water
  • Recommendation on the bicycle way and booklet on the route
  • Helmets (usage not obligatory)
  • Free luggage storing during your tour
  • Use a regular bicycle or a quality e-bicycle (pedelec)
  • Lock
  • Entrance fees (if you want to visit a museum)
  • Please note: no on-site technical support provided on the way (emergency pick-up etc.).
  • Boat transport is optional, please contact us

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Budapest, Madach Imre ut 12
  • MEETING POINT
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

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