We Love —
- Journey along the scenic banks of the Danube which are dotted with medieval castles, charming villages and iconic cities.
- Enjoy a relaxing trip in your comfortable cabin on a boat and gaze at panoramic views of the river landscape as you glide through the water.
- Marvel at Vienna's imperial architecture, majestic palaces and thriving art scene, and discover the best of Budapest with its thermal baths and pretty architecture.
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Your cruise at a glance —
Enjoy 4 nights on board a cruise on the Danube. Visit Vienna, and marvel at its famous Konzerthaus, where some of the world's greatest composers once stood, before visiting Budapest's unique sights, such as the great Budapest covered market and the glittering Zsolna tile roof.
End up in Bratislava, the capital at the foot of the Little Carpathians.
Your itinerary:
Day 1: Vienna
Day 2: Vienna
Day 3: Budapest
Day 4: Bratislava
Day 5: Vienna - Return
Your itinerary in detail —
Day 1: Vienna
- Boarding at 6 pm in Vienna
- Enjoy your welcome cocktail
- Dinner on board and evening at your leisure
- Night on board
Day 2: Vienna
Head out on a guided tour of Vienna in the morning. Discover the famous "Ring" boulevard, one of the most beautiful in the world, created over 150 years ago and spot impressive 19th-century monuments such as the opera house, the Museum of Fine Arts, palaces and the Votive Church.
In the afternoon, visit the backstage area of the Konzerthaus, the famous home to the capital's symphony orchestra on an "Authentic and Unusual Vienna" tour, followed by a cup of Viennese coffee with a pastry.
- Dig into an Austrian-themed dinner on board
- Enjoy an Evening dance before sailing to Budapest
- Night on board
Day 3: Budapest
Walk past Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau buildings that have marked the centuries on a guided tour of Budapest.
Take a panoramic tour between the hills of Buda and the plains of Pest, then walk along the river to see the Parliament overlooking the Danube. In the afternoon, visit the Great Covered Market, a magnificent neo-Gothic building with a ceramic roof and taste some typical Hungarian products.
- Have a Hungarian-themed dinner and folklore evening on board
- Night on board then sail to Bratislava
Day 4: Bratislava
Pass the Gabcíkovo dam, one of the largest on the Danube in the morning as you sail onwards to the protected landscape park of Dunajské luhy, a marshland considered to be one of the most important nesting areas in the region.
Arrive in Bratislava mid-afternoon for a guided tour of the Slovak capital. See its colourful streets, pastel-coloured houses and Baroque architecture, before heading to Bratislava Castle, where you will enjoy a magnificent view of the Danube and the city, followed by a tour of the old town.
- Gala evening on board
- Night on board and sail to Vienna
Day 5: Vienna
- Arrival in Vienna early in the morning
- Buffet breakfast on board
- Disembarkation at 9am
Important information about your tour and visits: The hotels, which comply with local standards, are indicative and may be changed locally for hotels of a similar category. The itinerary is subject to changes due to compelling reasons such as delayed flights, weather conditions or other cases of force majeure. The order of visits is also subject to change.
Welcome on board! —
Completely refurbished, your boat offers spacious cabins with simple, refined decor and a cosy feel to the main boat for a serene cruise holiday.
Your cabin
This offer is based on a stay in a Category C cabin on the Main Deck, Intermediate Deck or Upper Deck.
Category C cabin on the Main Deck
Bathed in light, your Category C Cabin on the Main Deck boasts elegant furnishings and refined artistic touches - the ideal bolthole where you can rest and relax after busy days.
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Category C cabin on the Upper Deck
Your C Cabin located on the Upper Deck offers an enchanting panoramic view of the river scenery. Find relaxation and serenity to recharge your batteries and make the most of your cruise.
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Category C cabin on the Intermediate Deck
With an unobstructed view of the banks of the Danube, your Cabin C Intermediate Deck is the perfect cosy hideaway where you can admire the scenery as the water flows by.
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Your dining choices
For ultimate relaxation upgrade your stay to full board with breakfast, lunch, and evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant (you can select this at the next stage of the booking process). Not all restaurants may be applicable to your board basis and may be available at selected times only – drinks are excluded.
Gaze out at the magnificent surrounding scenery as you eat from the restaurant on the upper deck, thanks to its large panoramic windows.
Life on board
Tastefully and elegantly furnished, the Lounge bar is located at the bow of the boat and offers a panoramic view of the landscape. Find aperitifs, dance evenings and other entertainment to keep you busy throughout your stay.
At any time of day, you can relax on the sun deck, which boasts sun loungers to make the most of your time on the water, while sports enthusiasts can enjoy a morning fitness session in the fitness area.
Your Journey —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Luggage, meals and other services on board may be subject to an additional fee on certain airlines. It is possible to view details of luggage allowances when you choose your flights at the next stage of the booking process. If luggage is not included with your flight, please go to the airline's website before your departure to purchase your luggage for an additional fee.
For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving luggage. In this case, you will need to pay for it at the airport counter.
You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Your destinations —
Vienna
Vienna is a vibrant city with a rich history, intriguing cultural scene, and fabulous café life. Transport yourself to this former Imperial City and be scooped up by its grandeur as you walk through its majestic streets. Known as the City of Music, the city has been home to Mozart, Haydn, Schubert, Beethoven and Johann Strauss (both father and son) to name but a few - there could be no better place to watch a classical music performance than in the lavish Staatsoper.
Start your day by tracing the story of Vienna from its Roman origins to the modern-day with a visit to the Wien Museum and connect the stories behind the various landmarks, places and historic personalities of Vienna. Alternatively, visit any one of the breathtaking palaces in the city: Schönbrunn Palace, Hofburg Imperial Palace, or The Belvedere, and immerse yourself in their grand architecture and beauty. After sightseeing, explore the city's café culture, sampling delicious handmade cakes and pastries at one of the many bakeries.
Budapest
Formed through the unification of the cities of Buda, Pest, and Óbuda in 1873, Budapest is the perfect place for a varied city break where you can enjoy cosmopolitan shopping, quirky bars and restaurants, and grand architecture. Sitting on the Buda Hills, Budapest is famed for its thermal baths, the most iconic of which is the ornate, Yellow-fronted Széchenyi - no trip to the city would be complete without bathing in its naturally-heated waters.
On the other side of the Danube, in historic Buda, the skyline is dominated by Buda Castle, which houses a collection of Hungarian art, and the iconic attraction of Fisherman’s Bastion. From here, you can witness unforgettable views of the Danube and the grandiose Hungarian Parliament Building. Another way to experience this elegant river is to take a cruise - hop on at the Elizabeth Bridge and head north to the lazy riverside town of Szentendre for a wonderfully relaxing afternoon.
The inner city is the perfect place to get a flavour of Budapest’s modern, cosmopolitan atmosphere. Enjoy a coffee in the opulent surroundings of the New York Café, or wander the close streets of the historic Jewish Quarter. Here, the ruin bars are the perfect place to taste the ubiquitous Hungarian spirit pálinka - Szimpla Kert is the largest of them all, a maze of ruined rooms and eccentric art.
Bratislava
Slovakia’s capital lies on the border between three countries, just a couple of kilometres from the Austrian border on the other side of the Danube.
Its rich and illustrious past is borne out in the Gothic old town, and Baroque palaces established by Hungarian nobles. Bratislava’s picture-perfect Renaissance castle backs onto pretty landscaped gardens, and the gorgeous Art Deco ‘Blue Church’ with its curving arches and pastel-toned interiors is a delight for any design-lover.
Framed by the Little Carpathian mountains and surrounded by vineyards, sample the Slovak version of Chardonnay or Pinot Noir in one of the lively cafés in the eighteenth-century old town.
