Danube Delights 2024|2025|2026
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour along the enchanting Danube River. This journey will take you through the heart of Central Europe, exploring the vibrant cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, and more. Enjoy guided tours, cultural experiences, and breathtaking landscapes as you sail in luxury aboard an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. From historical sites to local traditions, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
Included
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Airport transfers outside Australia are included
7 nights on board an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship
Emerald Star: Owner's Suite ,Grand Suite ,Emerald Panorama Suite ,Emerald Stateroom, Emerald Sun: Owner's Suite ,Grand Suite ,Emerald Panorama Suite ,Emerald Stateroom, Emerald Dawn: Owner's Suite ,Grand Suite ,Emerald Suite ,Emerald Stateroom, Emerald Destiny: Owner's Suite ,Grand Suite ,Emerald Panorama Suite ,Emerald Stateroom
The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
7 nights on board an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship
Airport transfers to and from your Star-Ship
The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
Port taxes and charges
All tipping and gratuities
Guided tour of Passau
Guided tour of Göttweig Abbey
Vienna art tour with a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum
Walking tour of Bratislava
Guided coach tour of Budapest
Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family
Traditional Bavarian band on board
Walking tour of Regensburg with Bavarian sausage tasting
Guided bike tour to the Walhalla monument
Guided bike tour along the River Inn
Guided bike tour along the Danube River
Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle
Guided bike tour in Vienna
Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
Hike to Gellert Hill
20 delectable meals including 7 breakfasts (B), 6 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)
Including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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- Hungarian Railway Museum
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Welcome to Budapest! Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your luxurious Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Spend the afternoon exploring the vibrant Hungarian capital at your own pace. In the evening, enjoy an authentic Hungarian folklore show on board, followed by a traditional dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Budapest
- Budapest
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- Heroes' Square
- Buda Castle
- Gellért Hill
- Dohány Street Synagogue
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Discover the rich history of Budapest with a guided tour that includes Heroes’ Square, Andrássy Avenue, and the Buda Castle District. Alternatively, embark on a hike to Gellert Hill for stunning panoramic views of the Danube.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Bratislava
Day 3: Discovering Bratislava
- Pálffy Palace
- Bratislava Castle
- Slovak National Gallery
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Sail to Bratislava and explore its ancient landscape with a guided tour of the city, including the Episcopal Summer Palace and the Slovak National Theatre. Alternatively, hike around the serene gardens of Bratislava Castle. In the afternoon, enjoy a home-hosted coffee and cake with a local family.
Day 4 – Day 4: Vienna's Artistic Splendor
Day 4: Vienna's Artistic Splendor
- Kunsthistorisches Museum
- Donauturm
- Prater
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Arrive in Vienna, where a guided tour will take you to the Kunsthistorisches Museum. For a more active experience, opt for a bike tour along the riverbanks, visiting Danube Island and Prater amusement park.
Day 5 – Day 5: Göttweig Abbey and Wachau Valley
Day 5: Göttweig Abbey and Wachau Valley
- Wachau
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Tour the magnificent Göttweig Abbey, overlooking the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. Sail through the picturesque valley to Dürnstein, where you can hike to the medieval ruins of Dürnstein Castle or enjoy a guided bike tour along the Danube.
Day 6 – Day 6: The Charm of Passau
- Passau
- Regensburg
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- Three River Conjunction
- Stadtpfarrkirche St. Paul
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Arrive in Passau, the 'City of Three Rivers'. Enjoy a guided tour showcasing its Gothic and Baroque architecture. For a more active option, join a bike tour along the River Inn. Spend the afternoon exploring Passau at your leisure before sailing towards Regensburg.
Day 7 – Day 7: Regensburg's Historical Wonders
- Regensburg
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- Historisches Museum Regensburg
- Liberation Hall
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Explore Regensburg's UNESCO-listed medieval center with a guided walking tour. Alternatively, bike to the Walhalla monument for breathtaking views. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Bavarian band performance on board.
Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell in Munich
- Regensburg
- Munich - Departure day
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After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow travelers and disembark your Star-Ship. Transfer to Munich Airport, taking with you unforgettable memories of the Danube River's rich culture and history.
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