Trans-European cruise from Budapest to Strasbourg (port-to-port cruise)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 13-day journey that takes you through the heart of Europe's most enchanting cities and towns. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. From the vibrant city of Budapest to the charming town of Miltenberg, every day brings a new adventure. Explore grand palaces, historical sites, and taste local delicacies. Enjoy the comfort of our ship, where you'll be introduced to our friendly crew and enjoy delicious meals. Each day is filled with optional excursions that cater to different interests, ensuring a personalized experience. Whether you're a history buff, a food lover, or a nature enthusiast, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
Cruise ship
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
MS Douce France: Cabin
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Onboard entertainment
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees.
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Headsets are included for excursions
Onboard activities
All port fees included
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to lunch on the final day
Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner
All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Map
Attractions
Liberation Hall
Hundertwasserhaus
Mainz Citadel
Nuremberg lock
Würzburg Residence
Stift Dürnstein
Melk Abbey
Schönbrunn PalaceDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Budapest
- Budapest - Arrival day
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- National Széchényi Library
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Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Budapest. Board our ship at 6:00 p.m. and settle into your comfortable cabins. Meet our friendly crew at a welcome cocktail before enjoying a delightful dinner. The evening concludes with an optional traditional entertainment excursion in Budapest.
Day 2 – Day 2: Budapest to Vienna via Esztergom
- Budapest
- Vienna
- Esztergom District
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- Ferris Wheel of Budapest
- Basilica of Esztergom
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Start your day with a guided tour of Budapest, exploring its rich history and stunning architecture. We then return on board and set sail for Esztergom, the former capital of Hungary. Spend your afternoon discovering the city's treasures, including the Neo-classical basilica and former Royal palace. As the day ends, we depart for Vienna, where an evening of entertainment awaits.
Day 3 – Day 3: Exploring Vienna
- Budapest
- Vienna
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Upon arrival in Vienna, join us for an optional excursion to the Hofburg Palace, the Hapsburg's winter residence, and its Sisi Museum. As the day turns into night, embark on an optional tour of Vienna, experiencing the city's charm under the starlit sky.
Day 4 – Day 4: Vienna - A Blend of History and Culture
- Vienna
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- Hundertwasserhaus
- Schönbrunn Palace
- House of Music
- Imperial Carriage Museum Vienna
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Begin your day with a guided tour of the Schönbrunn Palace, the summer residence of the Imperial family. Discover the high art of Viennese living with a stroll through the city and a backstage visit to the Konzerthaus concert hall. Savor a cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry. In the afternoon, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride through the old town and the famous Ring road. The day concludes with an optional concert of Viennese music.
Day 5 – Day 5: Vienna to Passau via Melk
- Melk
- Passau
- Vienna
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- Stift Dürnstein
- Melk Abbey
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Cruise along the beautiful Wachau Valley, arriving in Melk in the morning. Embark on a tour of Dürnstein, the fortified village where Richard the Lionheart was once held prisoner. In the afternoon, visit the Melk Abbey, a Baroque-style palace turned Benedictine monastery. As the day ends, we cruise towards Passau, where an evening of entertainment awaits.
Day 6 – Day 6: From Passau to Regensburg
- Passau
- Regensburg
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Explore the romantic streets of Passau, admiring its Baroque-style buildings. After the exploration, we cruise through the night to reach Regensburg.
Day 7 – Day 7: Regensburg to Nuremberg
- Regensburg
- Bamberg
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- Old Town Hall
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Join us for a guided tour of Regensburg and the Walhalla hall of fame, a monument that overhangs the river. We then return on board and cruise through the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal to reach Nuremberg.
Day 8 – Day 8: Nuremberg to Bamberg
- Nuremberg
- Bamberg
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- New Museum - Nuremberg State Museum of Art and Design
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Arrive in Nuremberg in the morning and embark on a guided tour of the city, complete with a tasting of its famous gingerbread. We then return on board and start sailing towards Bamberg, cruising through the night.
Day 9 – Day 9: Bamberg to Gerlachshausen via Schweinfurt
- Bamberg
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Cruise to Schweinfurt in the morning and join us for a tour of Rothenburg, one of the oldest cities in Germany. This walled town on the historic Roman Road has preserved its authentic charm. We then return on board in Gerlachshausen and cruise through the night.
Day 10 – Day 10: Gerlachshausen to Karlstadt via Würzburg
- Würzburg
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- Museum im Kulturspeicher Würzburg
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Join us for a guided tour of Würzburg, exploring the former Residence of the Prince-Bishops. After the tour, we return on board in Karlstadt and cruise through the night.
Day 11 – Day 11: Karlstadt to Frankfurt via Miltenberg
- Aschaffenburg
- Frankfurt
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Explore the charming German village of Miltenberg, known as the 'pearl of the Main'. Discover its marketplace surrounded by half-timbered houses, its Grande Rue, and former Town Hall. We then cruise to Frankfurt.
Day 12 – Day 12: Frankfurt to Mainz
- Aschaffenburg
- Mainz
- Frankfurt
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- Zoo Frankfurt
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Join us for an optional tour of Frankfurt or a panoramic tour with an ascent of the Main Tower. We then return on board and cruise to Mainz, Gutenberg's hometown. Explore the city and its age-old cathedral in the company of our hostess. The day concludes with our gala dinner and evening.
Day 13 – Day 13: Mainz to Strasbourg
- Strasbourg
- Mainz - Departure day
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Enjoy a buffet breakfast on board as we cruise towards Strasbourg, passing through two impressive locks on the Rhine, Iffezheim and Gambsheim. We reach Strasbourg at 2:00 p.m. and disembark after lunch. This marks the end of our services and your unforgettable journey.
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