From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (port-to-port cruise)

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Description

Summary

Starts
Oltenita
Duration
12 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

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.

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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

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MS L'Europe or MS Vivaldi

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Accommodations in double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom

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Official welcome from the captain and crew

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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

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Destinations

Photo of aerial View Of Constanta City Skyline In Romania.Constanța
Bratislava - city in SlovakiaBratislava
Tulcea - region in RomaniaTulcea
Giurgiu - region in RomaniaGiurgiu
Budapest - city in HungaryBudapest
Novi SadSouth Backa Administrative District
BelgradeBelgrade
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna
Cernavoda
Antique building view in Old Town Bucharest city - capital of Romania and Dambrovita river. Bucharest, Romania, Europe.Bucharest

Map

Attractions

Königshöhle, Gemeinde Baden, Bezirk Baden, Lower Austria, AustriaKönigshöhle
Krušedol MonasteryKrušedol Monastery
Pajštún CastlePajštún Castle
Gellért Thermal Bath, Szentimreváros, 11th district, Budapest, Central Hungary, HungaryGellért Thermal Bath
Bucharest Municipality MuseumThe Museum of Bucharest
Trajan's PlaqueTrajan's Plaque
Photo of aerial view of Schonbrunn Palace is a major tourist attraction in Vienna, Austria.Schönbrunn Palace
Photo of entrance of the Budapest Zoo, Budapest, Hungary.Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

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.

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Day 2

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.

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Day 3

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.

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Day 4

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.

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Day 5

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.

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Day 6

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.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Belgrade and Cruising to Mohacs

  • Belgrade
  • South Backa Administrative District
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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.

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Day 8

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.

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Day 9

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.

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Day 10

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.

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Day 11

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.

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Day 12

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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