Lower Danube Discovery with Vienna & Istanbul (Start Vienna, End Istanbul)

Your ship will dock in Bratislava after lunch. Choose to spend your morning in your ship's wellness centre or simply enjoy the views from the Sun Deck. In the afternoon, explore the city's highlights, such as Bratislava Castle and the Old Town Hall, or immerse yourself in Slovak life by enjoying coffee and cake with friendly locals.

Today, choose to explore the city of Pecs, known for its Roman and Turkish architecture, or visit the charming wine village of Villany. Alternatively, you may choose to visit the Zsolnay Ceramics Museum in Pecs. In the afternoon, sail towards the Croatian border.

Wake up in the Croatian town of Osijek. Choose to take a guided walking tour of the city, explore the Kopacki Rit nature park on a bike, or immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting a Croatian family for lunch. Spend the afternoon on board your luxurious ship as you cruise the Danube.

Arrive in Serbia's capital, Belgrade. Choose to take a guided city tour, explore the city's communist past and life today as part of the European Union, or learn about the city's history and culture on a walking tour. In the evening, visit the St. Sava Temple for an exclusive private classical music concert.

Arrive in the town of Golubac, home to one of Europe's best preserved medieval fortresses. Choose to take a guided tour of the fortress, visit the Lepenski Vir Archaeological Site, or hike through the Djerdap National Park. In the afternoon, cruise through the spectacular scenery of the Iron Gates.

Arrive in Vidin, a historic Bulgarian town on the edge of the Danube River. Choose to hike to the Belogradchik Castle Ruins, visit a local winery for a tour and tasting, or learn about the region's traditions and recipes in a banica making class.

Arrive in Silistra, a Bulgarian town that has changed hands many times over the centuries. Choose to take a guided tour of the Silistra Fort, visit the nearby village of Alfatar, or learn about the region's traditions and recipes in a banica making class. Spend the afternoon on board your luxurious ship as you cruise the Danube.

Start the day with a walking tour in the Romanian fishing village of Saint George. Following this, you will take a cruise on a small boat through the wetlands of the Danube Delta to Mile 0, where the mighty Danube River meets the Black Sea.

The wonders of Istanbul await you today on a guided tour. Visit the city's most famous landmarks, including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and vibrant culture.

Today, you are bound for Gallipoli, a site that holds a special place in the heart of Australians and New Zealanders. As the first major battle for ANZAC troops in the First World War, it was a brutal introduction to global conflict for the new nations. A visit to Gallipoli is a moving experience that will stay with you long after you leave.

Choose to explore the tastes of Turkey in a cooking class or visit the colourful and chaotic Grand Bazaar. In the evening, take a scenic cruise along the Bosphorus Strait, winding between ferries, barges and fishing boats, and passing famous monuments and historic minarets on shore. Return to shore for a farewell dinner at the Hamdi Restaurant with its outstanding views over the Golden Horn.