Tour 1: Bratislava Highlights
This minibus tour passes by the most important places, historical and cultural sights outside of the Old Tow. It stops at Bratislava Castle, Napoleon´s Hill and Slavín with their splendid panoramic views. During the walk through the pedestrianised Old Town we take a look at St. Michael´s Gate, the first University Istropolitana, St. Martin´s Cathedral (where the coronations were performed), the Primate´s Palace, the Old Town Hall and finishing the tour at the Opera House.
Duration: 2,5 hours
Tours: Daily at 10 a.m. In winter also at 2 p.m. (3 Nov.– 30 Apr.) Meeting point or hotel pick up.
Price: 30 €
Our tip:
End the tours at the observation deck of the UFO restaurant at 85 m above street level. Get 25 % discount on an entry ticket with us!
Tour 2: Bratislava Highlights & Devin Castle
This bus tour passes the most important places, historical and cultural sights outside of the Old Town. It stops at Bratislava Castle, Napoleon´s Hill and Slavín with their fantastic panoramic views. It continues with a drive along the Danube to the magnificent ruins of the Devín Castle situated above the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers, boasting a superb view over the countryside and neighbouring Austria. The castle was an ancient stronghold of Celts, Romans and Slavs and important noble seat until 1809 when it was blown up by Napoleon’s troops. Following the castle visit, we will sample a local speciality – black currant wine.
Duration: 3.5 hours
Tours: 1 April – 1 Nov. daily at 2 p.m. Meeting point or hotel pick up.
Price: € 38 incl. admission to the castle and currant wine
Tour 3: The Small Carpathian Wine Route
A half-day tour to a region which has been known for its wine since Roman times. We drive you through the ancient royal wine towns of Svätý Jur, Pezinok and Modra, highlighting the most important sights. We will also see how the famous Modra pottery – majolica – is produced. The highlight of this tour is a visit to Červený Kameň (Red Rock Castle) – a wonderfully preserved castle with huge multi-storey cellars, the largest ones in Central Europe. The tour finishes in the historic wine cellar sampling the best local wines.
Duration: 5,5 hours
Tours: 1May -30 Sept. daily except Sunday at 1 p.m. Hotel pick up.
1Oct. – 30 April daily except Monday at 9.30 a.m.
Price: € 65 incl. admissions and wine sampling
Tour 5: Bike Tour - Bratislava Suburbs and the River Cruise
Only on a bike can you view all the different faces of Bratislava, in one tour; part of the the Old Town, including the oldest town park from the 18th cent., and the new town featuring Petržalka – Slovakia´s largest communist housing estate. On our tour of discovery we will explore the western part of the city bordering Austria and known for the monumental ruins of Devin Castle and the unspoiled countryside of the floodplains of the Morava River and memorials from VW2 – bunkers and Cold War – remnants of the Iron Curtain. Afterwards relax on board a sightseeing boat while enjoying the splendid views of the city and learning even more from your guide as you float down the Danube to the city centre.
Route description: an easy trip; length – 35 km on bike paths, with only 8 km on roads with light traffic. Price:
Meeting point: bike rental point. Fajnorov nábr. (see the map)
Duration: 4 hours
Tours: 25 April – 10 May & 5 Sept. – 27 Sept. Sat. and Sun. at 9 am
12 May – 30 Aug. Sat. and Sun. at 10 am
Price: € 28 incl. an instuctor – guide, bike rental, helmet, boat ticket.
Tour 6: Austria´s Largest Country Palace - Hof Palace
Discover the magical world of the Baroque in one of the most magnificent noble seats of the Habsburg empire. It’s a mere 30-minute drive from Bratislava. Experience the atmosphere of the Imperial festivals in apartments furnished once again with pieces of original furniture and walk through terraced Baroque gardens known all over Europe. Savour the country life through all your senses on the manor farm with horses, loveable animals, herb and vegetable gardens and have a look at the workshops of ancient handicrafts.
Please note: Tours only with driver – guide.
Duration 4 hours
Tours: 1 May – 1 Nov.2010 at 2 pm.* Hotel pick up.
Price: € 33/pers. (air-conditioned minibus, entrance fee)