Day 1: Arrival in Hegykő
Arrival in Budapest or Vienna and transfer by train to Hegykő (in Hungary). Welcome meeting and inspection of bikes.
Day 2: Circular ride from Hegykő to Fertőd and Röjtökmuzsaj, 28 miles (45km)
The trip on the first day takes you to Fertőszéplak with the local village museum, then continues after a short stop to Sarród and the Fertő-Hanság National Park. You cross fields on a cart track and then ride on a bike path to Fertőd. The Baroque-style Eszterházy Palace in Fertőd was originally built by Lajos Eszterházy in 1720, it was his son Miklós who converted the palace based on the French ’Versailles’ pattern. The Hungarian ’Versailles’ hosted celebrations, opera performances and various musical events orchestrated by Joseph Haydn, who created a famous European musical centre here. From Fertőd through Fertőszentmiklós you ride on to Röjtökmuzsaj and spend a short time with an optional coffee break in the water mill that is still in operation but has been turned into a museum recently. Continue to Fertőhomok and then back to Hegykő.
Day 3: Hegykő via Nagycenk and Fertőrákos to Sopron, 25 miles (40km)
After breakfast you leave for Nagycenk through Hidegség. Nagycenk and the surrounding areas were in the ownership of the Széchenyi family in the 1800’s, but its was István Széchenyi who developed his estates rapidly in the mid 19th century. His palace is operated partly as a museum and a hotel. After a short stop you continue towards Fertőboz and Balf. The latter is noted for its four thermal springs that are used for medical purposes and the water is bottled here. Beautiful scenery and vineyards pass by as you ride along the lake and arrive at Fertőrákos. There is a great view over the lake from one vantage point during the ride, islands of reed beds and the few beaches suitable for swimming are all visible from there. After a short stop in Fertőrákos, a charming forest trail leads you to Sopron for the overnight stop. Before dinner, a sauna might be just what you need to help relax for the evening.
Day 4: Sopron via Fertőrákos and Mörbisch to Rust (Austria), 19 miles (30km)
Leaving Sopron you ride along the well-known forest trail to Fertőrákos, where you can visit the local stone quarry, dating back to Roman times, that today is a museum. Its grand halls and porticos regularly host concerts. From the quarry you ride through the village down to the pier on the lake where there is an opportunity for a short swim. Back on to the Austrian border at Fertőrákos and Mörbisch, only permitted for pedestrians and bikers. Mörbisch is a small village famous for its wine production with almost everyone selling house wine from their yards. Finally you reach Rust where your hotel is located. After a refreshing break you can walk downtown where you can choose between several local ’heuriger’s for your evening meal.
Day 5: Circular ride from Rust to Eisenstadt, 25 miles (40km)
 After breakfast you leave for Eisenstadt, passing through arable countryside before reaching the city. The inner city is accessible by a cycle path all the way from the outskirts until you reach the destination, the Eszterházy Palace. There is the possibility of a guided tour in the Palace and the Haydn house. There will be time for a leisurely stroll or a cup of coffee downtown before returning to Rust through Trausdorf and St Margarethen.
Day 6: Rust via Donnerskirchen and Purbach to Neusiedl am See, 25 miles (41km)
Today you ride along the lake towards Donnerskirchen through Oggau. Thousands of cherry trees blossom here in the spring, which phenomenon has inspired one of the most popular local festivals, the ’cherry blossom’ festival. The next village is Purbach, famous for its wines as is the neighbouring Breitenbrunn and Winden. Both villages have had museums of local history since the 18th century and the local wine cellars are more than happy to welcome guests. The day ends at Neusiedl am See.
Day 7: Departure from Neusiedl am See
After breakfast its time for departure home (either train to Budapest or to Vienna).
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Freedom Holiday 
UNESCO listed Lake Fertő region is part of the Fertő-Hanság National Park and an important wild water habitat. This route starts in Hungary and takes you from the southern shore of the lake, up around the western side and onwards into Austria visiting the most important and interesting sights, villages, cities and nature parks around the lake. With visits to such cities as Sopron and Eisenstadt this tour gives a wonderful flavour of 2 different countries and cultures. Apart from the natural wonders, you will have opportunities to visit a number of historic and cultural sights including the former Eszterhazy Palaces. On top of this, the whole region is famous for it’s winemaking which you will just have to discover for yourself!