From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (port-to-port cruise)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 12-day journey that takes you through the heart of Eastern Europe. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience of the region's rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. From the colossal Danube-Black Sea Canal to the architectural marvels of Bucharest, the broad avenues of Ruse, and the imperial grandeur of Vienna, this tour is a feast for the senses. Enjoy traditional folklore evenings, wine tasting sessions, and local delicacies, while cruising through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and Hungary. Marvel at the Iron Gates, explore the Serbian capital, and soak in the thermal baths of Budapest. This tour is more than just sightseeing; it's a journey into the soul of Eastern Europe.
Included
Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast 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
MS L'Europe or MS Vivaldi
Accommodations in double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Experience the Iron Gates and the spectacle of the canyons between the Carpathian Mountains and the Balkan Peninsula
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Evening of traditional entertainment in Constanta and Ruse
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees.
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Headsets are included for excursions
Onboard activities
All port fees included
Destinations
Constanța
Bratislava
Tulcea
Giurgiu
Budapest
Novi Sad
Belgrade
Vienna
BucharestMap
Attractions
Königshöhle
Krušedol Monastery
Pajštún Castle
Gellért Thermal Bath
The Museum of Bucharest
Trajan's Plaque
Schönbrunn Palace
Budapest Zoo & Botanical GardenDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Cernavoda
- Cernavoda - Arrival day
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Welcome aboard! Settle into your cabins and meet our crew at a welcome cocktail at 6:00 p.m. Enjoy a delightful dinner as our ship sets sail through the night towards Cernavoda.
Day 2 – Day 2: Sailing on the Danube-Black Sea Canal
- Tulcea
- Constanța
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Spend the morning sailing on the historic Danube-Black Sea Canal, a testament to the history of Communism in Romania and Eastern Europe. Arrive in Constanta in the late morning and join us for an optional guided tour of the city and a local wine tasting session. The day concludes with a traditional folklore evening.
Day 3 – Day 3: A Day on the Danube-Black Sea Canal
- Tulcea
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Enjoy a full day's sail on the Danube-Black Sea Canal, the third longest in the world. Relax on the sun deck, participate in onboard activities, and soak in the scenery. The day ends with a gala evening on board as we cruise through the night towards Oltenita.
Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Bucharest and Cruising to Ruse
- Giurgiu
- Bucharest
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- The Museum of Bucharest
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Join us for an optional guided tour of Bucharest, a city that beautifully blends orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, and Communist-inspired architecture. We'll cruise to Ruse, one of Bulgaria's biggest ports, and enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment.
Day 5 – Day 5: Tour of Ruse and Cruising through Romania and Bulgaria
Day 5: Tour of Ruse and Cruising through Romania and Bulgaria
Join us for an optional tour of Ruse, a city known for its broad avenues, large squares, and stunning buildings that pay tribute to the architecture of the national Renaissance. Spend the afternoon cruising along the Danube, with Romania on the left bank and Bulgaria on the right.
Day 6 – Day 6: Cruising through Romania, Bulgaria, and Serbia
Day 6: Cruising through Romania, Bulgaria, and Serbia
- Trajan's Plaque
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Spend the day cruising on the Danube, sailing through Romania, Bulgaria, and Serbia. Our ship will pass through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube between the Carpathians and the Balkans. On the Serbian bank of the river, we'll catch a glimpse of the Tabula Traiana, a marble plaque honoring the Roman Road that once linked Rome to the province of Dacia.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Belgrade and Cruising to Mohacs
- Belgrade
- Novi Sad
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- Krušedol Monastery
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Arrive in Belgrade and join us for an optional guided tour of the Serbian capital or a bike ride through the city's history-filled streets. After the tour, join us for an optional excursion to Novi Sad and the Krusedol monastery. We'll then start cruising towards Mohacs.
Day 8 – Day 8: From Mohacs to Budapest via Kalocsa
- Budapest
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Arrive in Mohacs in the afternoon and join us for an optional excursion to the Puszta. We'll return on board in Kalocsa and cruise to Budapest. Enjoy a traditional Hungarian dinner this evening as our ship cruises through the night.
Day 9 – Day 9: Exploring Budapest and Cruising to Bratislava
- Budapest
- Bratislava
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- Gellért Thermal Bath
- Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
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Join us for an optional guided tour of Budapest in the morning. Spend the afternoon at leisure, exploring the city or joining an optional excursion to the Gellert Baths and Spa or the Budapest Market Halls. We'll then begin our cruise to Bratislava.
Day 10 – Day 10: From Bratislava to Vienna
- Bratislava
- Vienna
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- Pajštún Castle
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Arrive in Bratislava and join us for an optional guided tour of the city or a hike in the Little Carpathians. From Devin Castle, take in the splendid view of Bratislava. We'll then return on board and cruise to Vienna, where we'll enjoy a gala evening.
Day 11 – Day 11: Exploring Vienna
- Vienna
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- Königshöhle
- Schönbrunn Palace
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Join us for an optional excursion to the Schoenbrunn Palace or a stroll through the city with a visit to the Konzerthaus concert hall. Spend the afternoon exploring Vienna at your own pace. In the evening, join us for an optional concert of Viennese music.
Day 12 – Day 12: Farewell Vienna
- Vienna - Departure day
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Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. This marks the end of our services and your unforgettable journey through Eastern Europe.
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