Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube (port-to-port cruise)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey, cruising through the heart of Eastern Europe. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and gastronomy, as you navigate the waters from Osijek to Budapest. Experience the charm of the Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, and Slavic cultures in Belgrade, marvel at the medieval Golubac Fortress, and taste the local products of Ilok. Discover the 2000-year-old city of Pécs and the summer residence of Sissi Empress in Gödöllö Palace. Each day is filled with optional excursions, onboard entertainment, and delightful meals, ensuring a memorable adventure.
Included
Accommodation in double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
MS France or MS Modigliani
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard entertainment
The assistance of our onboard host/hostess
Gala evening
Traditional entertainment in Belgrade
Travel assistance/repatriation insurance
All port fees.
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Headsets are included for excursions
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included
Travel assistance/repatriation insurance
Your cruise with all meals from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day
Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)
Welcome cocktail
All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Osijek
- Budapest
- Osijek - Arrival day
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Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Osijek. Board our ship at 6:00 p.m., settle into your comfortable cabins, and meet our friendly crew at a welcome cocktail. Enjoy a delicious dinner and an evening of onboard entertainment as we set sail into the night.
Day 2 – Day 2: Sailing to Belgrade
- Osijek
- Belgrade
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Spend the morning cruising and soaking in the serene surroundings. In the afternoon, you have the option to explore Osijek. As the day ends, we'll set sail for Belgrade. Enjoy dinner and another entertaining evening onboard.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Belgrade
- Belgrade
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Join an optional excursion to explore Belgrade, a city rich in Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, and Slavic cultures. Spend the afternoon at leisure in the city. After a traditional Serbian dinner and entertainment onboard, we'll sail towards the town of Golubac.
Day 4 – Day 4: Sailing through the Iron Gates
- Orșova
- Novi Sad
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Today, we sail through the Iron Gates, a stunning gorge on the Danube. Join an optional excursion to the Medieval Golubac Fortress. As the day ends, we'll set sail for Novi Sad.
Day 5 – Day 5: Novi Sad to Mohacs via Ilok
- Novi Sad
- Grad Vukovar
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Start the day with an optional visit to Novi Sad, the capital city of Vojvodina. Later, head to the medieval city of Ilok for an optional excursion to taste local products. After dinner and onboard entertainment, we'll sail to Mohacs.
Day 6 – Day 6: Mohacs to Budapest via Pécs
- Pécs
- Budapest
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Join an optional excursion to Pécs, a city with a history spanning over 2000 years. Spend the afternoon cruising and optionally exploring the Puszta. As the evening falls, we'll set sail for Budapest, with a gala dinner and evening onboard.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Budapest
- Budapest
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Arrive early in Budapest and set out for an optional city tour. Spend the afternoon at leisure or join an optional excursion to Gödöllö Palace, the summer residence of Sissi Empress. In the evening, join us for a tour of Budapest 'by night'.
Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell Budapest
- Budapest - Departure day
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Enjoy one last buffet breakfast onboard before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. This marks the end of our unforgettable journey through Eastern Europe.
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