7 days - Magic Danube (Vienna - Budapest - Vienna, MS Crucestar 4*)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating seven-day river cruise, immersing yourself in the rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture of Central Europe. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of relaxation and exploration, taking you through the heart of Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. From the imperial grandeur of Vienna to the medieval charm of Durnstein, the baroque splendor of Melk Abbey, the regal allure of Bratislava, the dual charm of Budapest, and the historical significance of Esztergom, this tour is a feast for the senses. Enjoy comfortable accommodation onboard, delectable meals, and a range of optional excursions to enhance your experience. This tour is perfect for those who appreciate history, culture, and natural beauty, and who seek a unique and memorable travel experience.
Included
Air-conditioned coach during activities and excursions.
Please click on the ship name below for more information regarding the ships on this tour.
full board, three meals per day (from the dinner on the arrival day to the breakfast on the departure day
early-riser breakfast every morning
afternoon high-tea: tea, coffee and cake or late-night snack
welcome buffet
coffee-station (starting 1 hr before breakfast until the start of dinner)
welcome and farewell captain’s cocktails (including 1 drink per person)
welcome and farewell captain’s dinner with special menu
*ALL-INCLUSIVE DRINK-PACKAGE: beer, house wine, soft drinks, water, coffee, tea, daily from 09:30 to 23:00*
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Guest cabins are spread over four decks. All have a shower and wc, satellite television with a channel showing live camera footage from the front of the ship, a hairdryer, safe, intercom telephone. Standard cabins are compact and have a small window. During the day, one bed folds away and the other is converted into a sofa. Newly refurbished deluxe cabins are more spacious and have permanent hotel-style beds that can be configured as twins or doubles. They also have large picture windows that slide open. Wi-Fi on extra payment is available throughout the ship. . The elevator has access to: Upper deck (no stairs), Reception level (no stairs), Middle deck (no stairs for deluxe cabins, short staircase for front cabins). To go to the Main deck you exit on the Main deck level and take a long staircase down.
accommodation in a chosen cabin:
1. Standard Twin with a small window on Main deck
2. Standard Twin with a panoramic window on Front deck
3. Deluxe Twin/Double with a semi-French window on Middle deck
4. Deluxe Twin/Double with a semi-French window on Upper deck
Please, kindly note that for single cabin use we add single supplement. Standard cabins +50%, Deluxe Staterooms +100%
Live music at the bar every night;
Luggage service pier – ship – pier;
OPTIONAL TOUR PACKAGE (FREE for min. 10 pax):
City tour of Budapest;
City tour of Vienna;
City tour of Bratislava;
Melk Abbey.
IMPORTANT:
*Minimum group size for each tour: 10 pax. If the minimum group size is not reached, the price for the package of 4 tours is 170 eur/pax.
*Only the package of 4 optional tours is available for pre-sale.
Destinations
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Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Boarding at the River Port
- Vienna - Arrival day
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Your journey begins at the river port where you'll board the ship after 15:00. Settle into your comfortable cabin and prepare for the adventure ahead. Enjoy a delightful dinner and a restful night onboard. Optional airport or railway station transfers are available at an additional cost.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Vienna
- Vienna
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- Burggarten
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Spend the day exploring the sophisticated Austrian capital, Vienna. Known for its elegant architecture, imperial history, and vibrant music scene, Vienna is a city that captivates at every turn. Join an optional bus and walking city tour with an English-speaking guide, or explore at your own pace. In the evening, immerse yourself in the world of opera with a visit to Kursalon before we set sail for new cities. Meals are served onboard, and a coffee station with small cookies and snacks is available throughout the day.
Day 3 – Day 3: Durnstein and Melk
- Dürnstein
- Melk
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- Melk Abbey
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Begin your day in the charming town of Durnstein, where you'll have free time to explore and perhaps climb the ruins of Durnstein Castle. After lunch, we arrive in Melk, home to the magnificent Melk Abbey, a baroque masterpiece with a rich history dating back to 1089. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard, with a coffee station and snacks available throughout the day.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Bratislava
- Bratislava
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- Old Town Hall
- Červený Kameň Castle
- Bratislava Castle
- Slovak National Gallery
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Arrive early in the morning in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Embark on an optional guided tour to explore this imperial city, visiting the National Theater, the Cathedral of San Martín, the Old Town Hall, and the impressive fortress perched on a rock. In the afternoon, we set sail for Budapest. Enjoy a full board on the ship and a restful night onboard.
Day 5 – Day 5: Budapest - The Pearl of the Danube
- Budapest
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- Margit-sziget
- Heroes' Square
- Széchenyi Chain Bridge
- Fisherman's Bastion
- Hungarian Parliament Building
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After breakfast, we arrive in Budapest, the enchanting capital of Hungary. Divided by the mighty Danube into the traditional 'Buda' and the cosmopolitan 'Pest', Budapest offers a wealth of sights. Join an optional guided tour to visit the famous Parliament, the Opera, Heroes' Square, the Market, the Chain Bridge, and the Fisherman's Bastion with its spectacular city views. Enjoy the evening at your leisure, perhaps experiencing the city's vibrant nightlife. Full board is provided onboard.
Day 6 – Day 6: Esztergom - The First Capital of Hungary
- Esztergom District
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- Basilica of Esztergom
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After breakfast, we arrive in Esztergom, a city of great historical significance as the first capital of Hungary. Visit the Basilica of Esztergom, the largest church in Hungary, and marvel at its grandeur. Inside, you'll find the largest organ in Hungary. After lunch, we set sail for Vienna, where you'll enjoy the Captain's dinner and another restful night onboard.
Day 7 – Day 7: Farewell
- Vienna - Departure day
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After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye. Disembark from the ship and take with you the memories of a lifetime. Optional transfers to the airport or railway station are available at an additional cost. Thank you for joining us on this unforgettable journey through Central Europe.
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