Lake Balaton Family Bike Tour
Hungary Bike Tours
A family friendly bike tour in Hungary featuring the beauty of Lake Balaton
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Tour Type
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Skill Level
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Length8 days
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Overview
This bicycle tour in Hungary was designed with the whole family in mind.
Balaton offers everything for a cycling vacation suitable for both children and adults. The cycling itinerary features a mostly flat route and the daily distances are appropriate for a child's pace and fitness level.
This tour provides you independence and flexibility to set your own pace.
Every accommodation along the route is close to the beach so the children will celebrate. Adults will celebrate as well.
Surrounding Lake Balaton, beautiful volcanic hills are laced with vineyards, producing world-renowned wine. Finish your days with a gourmet dinner accompanied with a glass of the best.
Highlights
- The unique Balaton Uplands National Park
- The safe bike paths and roads along the coastline
- Child-friendly accommodation
- Beaches!
- Great wine!
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Itinerary
Day 1: Balatonfüred
Day 2: Balatonfüred - Tihany - Balatonfüred, 9 mi. (15 km)
Day 3: Balatonfüred - Balatonkenese, 17 mi. (29 km)
Day 4: Balatonkenese
Day 5: Balatonkenese - Siófok, 13 mi. (22 km)
Day 6: Siófok
Day 7: Siófok - Balatonfüred, 14 mi. (23 km)
Day 8: Balatonfüred*All distances are approximate.
Day 1: Balatonfüred
This city, the capital of Balaton, is full of many sights and programs that welcome visitors. It is known for its rich history, culture, wine, fun, and hospitality. Lake Balaton is the largest freshwater lake in Central Europe.Day 2: Balatonfüred - Tihany - Balatonfüred, 9 mi. (15 km)
Today, a visit to the Tihany peninsula and the Benedict Abbey is highly recommended. The Abbey was established in 1055 by King Andrew the first. One of its distinct features is its two bell towers that stand side by side. Adjacent to the Abbey is a museum that tells more about the rich history of this ancient church, which is part of UNESCO World Heritage. Following a visit to the museum, you may also stop for a relaxing swim at the free beach in Tihany.Day 3: Balatonfüred - Balatonkenese, 17 mi. (29 km)
After breakfast, you will leave Balatonfüred and cycle towards Csopak. Today will lead you along the shoreline on a well-maintained bicycle path. Your ride will take you through charming villages and small towns that have existed since Roman times. During today's ride, you will really witness the beauty of Balaton. The beautiful beaches in Alsóőrs and Balatonalmádi are the perfect place to stop and relax. You can also stop at the biggest summer bob-track and adventure park in Balatonfűzfő for a thrilling ride. From here, your destination for the evening, Balatonkenese, is not far away.Day 4: Balatonkenese
Today is a day to rest and enjoy the hotel beach or go for a sailing excursion on the lake.Day 5: Balatonkenese - Siófok, 13 mi. (22 km)
You will leave behind Balatonakarattya and Balatonkenese and cycle a bike path that leads around the lake. The highlight of today's bike ride is the top of the lake. This is the so-called high coast sits 200 m above sea level and is simply beautiful. As you continue our journey, you ride along the lake through Balatonvilágos towards the exciting city of Siófok. This city is the location of the most famous beach around the lake where there are always programs and events for the whole family.Day 6: Siófok
Today is another day to rest and enjoy the beach and sights of Siófok. You will find many opportunities in this city to experience Hungarian culture. There are countless shops, museums, beaches, and restaurants that will provide plenty of entertainment for the whole family.Day 7: Siófok - Balatonfüred, 14 mi. (23 km)
This cycling day will be an easy one. If you would like to further explore Tihany, you may take the ferry from Siófok back to Tihany. From the peninsula, Balatonfüred is just 3 miles (5 km) away. Upon your arrival at your accommodation for the evening, you may choose to stay and relax or visit the exciting Annagora aquapark. This park is the largest water park around the lake and is equipped with 15 slides, several tempered pools, wave pools, and a wellness center. It is the perfect place for the whole family to enjoy a fun-filled afternoon.Day 8: Balatonfüred
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Accommodation
Overnight accommodations in high quality 3 & 4 star hotels
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Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodations for 7 nights in family-friendly 3-4-star hotels
- 7 breakfasts & 7 three-course dinners
- One soft drink, beer, wine, juice, or water included per person with dinner
- 24-speed hybrid bikes with front suspension & light aluminum frame equipped with water bottles, front bags, mudguards, rear packs, panniers, & lights
- Child trailer if necessary
- Helmets
- Maps
- Detailed road book in English which includes tips on sights, cultural highlights, scenic stops, and recommended restaurants
- GPS navigation
- Free WiFi and internet in 90% of hotels
- Luggage transfer
- Emergency service hotline
What’s Not Included
- Lunches
- Airport transfer (Days 1 and 8)
- Fees for museums & other excursions
- Bike Protection
- Trip Insurance
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Dates & Pricing
Dates
2022
Arrivals possible daily from April 1 to September 30, 2022
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
2022
All pricing on request
Twin/double
Child under 12 in extra bed:
Child under 12 in twin/double based on double occupancy
Single supplementExtra Options
Extra night in Balatonfüred (4 star): price on request
Electric bike rental: on request -
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy
An easy, self-guided bike tour on well-established bike paths that are mostly flat with occasional hills. Average daily distance is 13 miles. The tour is designed for families or for those who want a very leisure cycle tour.
Airport Info
Fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If you are spending some time in Budapest, and we hope you do, it is best to catch a taxi to your hotel in Budapest. There are fix fares apprx. 5000 HUF / person. It takes 20 min. to the center. Public transportation is very complicated so save yourself the stress!
Local Travel
From Budapest you can reach the starting city (Veszprém) by train or bus. To travel by train go to Déli Pu (South railway station) and from there to Veszprém. To travel by bus go to Népliget (central bus station) and from there to Veszprém.
A private transfer can also be arranged on request and of course this is the most convenient way to travel to your tour start.
Climate
Please check local conditions prior to your arrival. The climate of the region is rather continental, with warm and sunny weather prevailing from May to October. The microclimate around Lake Balaton has also made the region ideal for viticulture. The Mediterranean-like weather, combined with the soil (containing volcanic rock), has made the region notable for its production of wines since the Roman period two thousand years ago. The lake affects the local area precipitation, which receives approximately 5–7 cm (2–3 in) more precipitation than most of Hungary, resulting in more cloudy days but less extreme temperatures.
Day of Rest
This tour provides 4 complete days of relaxation where you are free to enjoy the sights or relax on the sandy beaches
Important to know
Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc.
US citizens: A good website to research the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and entry into other countries is travel.state.gov.
Non-EU and EU residents: Please research the requirements of your country of residence for international travel and your destination country or countries.
*Important note: Please check on the European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) status as once implemented, this will be required to visit any of the 26 Schengen-member countries for tourism, business, medical, or transit. This is an additional check on security rather than a visa.Tour Operator
This tour is run by Vinociped.
We value the strong relationship we have with our local partners and the services we provide.
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