8 days - Imperial Danube (Vienna - Budapest - Vienna, MS Crucestar 4*)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting 8-day river cruise, exploring the heart of Europe. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience of the rich history, culture, and stunning landscapes of Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. From the grandeur of Vienna's imperial palaces to the charming medieval town of Dürnstein, the baroque beauty of Linz, the imperial 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, delicious meals, and captivating tours, all while cruising along the beautiful Danube River.
Included
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
tea/coffee for breakfast, tap water on the table for all meals
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
vegetarian, vegan, meat
Live music at the bar every night;
Luggage service pier – ship – pier;
Refreshments and hand towels after excursions.
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%
MS Crucestar: Standard Cabin ,Deluxe Cabin
MS Crucestar
Air-conditioned coach during activities and excursions.
Please click on the ship name below for more information regarding the ships on this tour.
OPTIONAL TOUR PACKAGE (FREE for min. 10 English speacking 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
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Boarding at the River Port
- Vienna - Arrival day
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Begin your journey by boarding at the river port after 15:00. Settle into your cabin and join us for a welcoming cocktail. Enjoy a delightful dinner and spend a restful night on board.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Vienna
- Vienna
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- Belvedere Palace
- Schönbrunn Palace
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After breakfast, embark on a panoramic tour of Vienna, Austria's capital. Visit the Opera, Town Hall, Parliament, Burgtheater, and the splendid Hofburg Imperial Palace. In the afternoon, you have the option to visit the Schonbrunn Palace or explore the city at your own pace. As midnight approaches, we set sail towards the Wachau valley.
Day 3 – Day 3: Dürnstein and Melk
- Dürnstein
- Melk
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- Melk Abbey
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Wake up in the charming town of Dürnstein, nestled in the heart of the Wachau valley. Explore the town's medieval castle and savor the region's typical wines. In the afternoon, we dock at Melk, known for its Benedictine Abbey perched on a rock overlooking the river. As the day ends, we set sail for Linz.
Day 4 – Day 4: Leisure Day in Linz
- Linz
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Spend the day at your leisure in Linz, the capital of Upper Austria. This beautiful baroque city, nestled between the Danube Valley and the old salt route, is a delight to explore. In the afternoon, we sail towards Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.
Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Bratislava
- Bratislava
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- Bratislava Castle
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Arrive in Bratislava early in the morning. Embark on a guided tour of this imperial city, visiting the National Theater, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, the old town hall, and the impressive fortress. In the afternoon, we set sail for Budapest.
Day 6 – Day 6: Budapest - The Pearl of the Danube
- Budapest
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- Fisherman's Bastion
- Budakeszi Wildlife Park
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After breakfast, arrive in Budapest, Hungary's capital. Our guided tour takes you along the city's famous sites including the Parliament, Opera, Heroes' Square, Market, Chain Bridge, and Fisherman's Bastion. Enjoy the evening at your leisure, exploring the city's vibrant nightlife.
Day 7 – Day 7: Historical Esztergom
- Esztergom District
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- Basilica of Esztergom
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Arrive in Esztergom, the first capital of the Kingdom of Hungary. Visit the Basilica of Esztergom, the largest church in Hungary, and marvel at its grand organ. After lunch, we sail back to Vienna. Enjoy a special Captain's dinner in the evening.
Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell Vienna
- Vienna - Departure day
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After breakfast, it's time to say goodbye. Disembark and take with you the unforgettable memories of a journey through the heart of Europe.
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