Golf Cruise on the Danube (Budapest - Passau)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the heart of Europe, combining the thrill of golf with the charm of river cruising. This multi-day tour begins in the enchanting city of Budapest and takes you through the captivating landscapes of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to play at some of the most prestigious golf courses in Europe, including the Pannónia Golf and Country Club, Penati Golf Resort, Fontana Golf Club, and the legendary Beckenbauer Golf Course. In addition to golf, you'll explore the cultural treasures of cities like Bratislava, Vienna, and Passau, and indulge in regional delicacies during onboard dinners. This tour is the perfect blend of sport, culture, and relaxation, offering a unique way to experience the beauty and diversity of Europe.
Included
Gourmet full board, consisting of breakfast buffet, multi-course lunch and dinner with choice of menu (incl. country-specific specialties and fresh ingredients from the regions visited), afternoon tea and midnight snack
Quality red/white wines from the best wine regions in Europe with dinner
Coffee and tea after lunch and dinner on board
Tea and coffee station around the clock
Welcome cocktail, welcome dinner and captain's gala dinner
Packed lunch (on request)
Amadeus Riva
Transfer from the ship to the golf courses and back to the ship
Luxurious accommodation in an outside cabin of your choice with river view: Spacious suites on the Mozart deck with walk-out balcony, cabins on the Mozart and Strauss decks with drop-down panoramic window front (exception: Amadeus Brilliant)
Individually adjustable air conditioning
Bed configuration of your choice in all cabin types
Amadeus Riva: Suite
Assistance from the ship's crew in carrying the golf bags to/from the cabin (on request)
Services of an experienced golf expert and tour guide
Personal service of an experienced, German-speaking AMADEUS cruise director (onboard languages German and English)
4 rounds of golf at selected top golf clubs
All green fees, guaranteed tee times, driving range balls
Electric golf carts (subject to availability)
Selected excursions as described in the program
Stimulating and varied on-board program with exciting lectures, cooking demonstrations, regional cultural performances and musical entertainment by our on-board musicians
Fitness room open around the clock with modern training equipment
Free bike rental on board for active tours on your own
Wireless AMADEUS audio system for all guided excursions
All port taxes, lock, embarkation and disembarkation fees
Map
Attractions
Plavecky Castle
Forchtenstein Castle
Weltenburg Abbey
Herzogenburg MonasteryDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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Welcome to Budapest, the starting point of your Danube golf cruise. Embark on your journey in the afternoon and get briefed on the upcoming excursions and golf clubs. In the evening, join us for a Welcome Cocktail and a specially-prepared Welcome Dinner while cruising through the beautifully-illuminated city of Budapest.
Day 2 – Day 2: Budapest to Esztergom
- Esztergom District
- Budapest
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- Saint Peter and Paul Church
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Start your day by exploring the beautiful sights of Budapest. Later in the morning, you'll be transferred to the picturesque Pannónia Golf and Country Club, located in a valley bordering the Etyek wine region. After a round of golf, rejoin the ship in Esztergom just before dinner.
Day 3 – Day 3: Bratislava
- Bratislava
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- Plavecky Castle
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Arrive in the Slovakian capital, Bratislava, in the morning. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the Penati Golf Club, home to the longest hole in Europe. Enjoy a round of golf before returning to the ship for dinner. As the evening falls, the ship departs Slovakia and crosses into Austria.
Day 4 – Day 4: Vienna
- Vienna
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- Forchtenstein Castle
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Arrive in the magnificent capital city of Austria, Vienna. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the Fontana Golf Club, located about 30 kilometers south of Vienna. After a round of golf, return to the ship. In the evening, enjoy an included excursion to attend the 'Sound of Vienna' concert, a perfect end to your Vienna experience.
Day 5 – Day 5: Vienna to Dürnstein to Melk
- Melk
- Linz
- Vienna
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- Herzogenburg Monastery
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Depart from Vienna early in the morning and arrive in Dürnstein, a town well-known for its first-class wines. Spend the morning exploring this picturesque village or join the optional excursion to the Lengenfeld Golf Club. After lunch onboard, your cruise continues to Emmersdorf. Spend the afternoon discovering this typical small town in Lower Austria or opt to travel across the river to nearby Melk and its magnificent Benedictine abbey.
Day 6 – Day 6: Linz
- Linz
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- Schlögener Blick
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Arrive early in the morning in Linz, the erstwhile cultural capital. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the legendary Beckenbauer Golf Course at the Quellness Golf Resort for a full day of golf. In the evening, the captain invites you to a festive Gala Dinner, full of wonderful regional dishes.
Day 7 – Day 7: Passau
- Passau
- Regensburg
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- Weltenburg Abbey
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After breakfast, join our tour of Passau and discover the unique flair of winding alleyways and baroque masterpieces. In the afternoon, visit the Veste Oberhaus, one of the largest preserved castle complexes in Europe. Back on board, you will experience a hearty Bavarian evening with live music and regional delicacies as the ship remains in Passau overnight.
Day 8 – Day 8: Passau
- Passau - Departure day
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In the early morning, we reach our final destination – Passau. After breakfast, the entire crew bids you farewell and wishes you a safe journey home. We hope to welcome you again soon!
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