Magestic Danube II (Belgrade - Vienna), MS Fidelio

Begin your journey in Belgrade, the capital of Serbia and one of Europe's oldest cities. Board your river cruise at the port from 16:00 and settle into your cabin. Enjoy a welcome soup in the lounge followed by dinner. As the night falls, marvel at the city's countless monuments, including the Kalemegdan fortress, the temple of St. Sava, and St. Mark's church. The ship sets sail around 23:00.

Wake up to the beautiful Serbian town of Novi Sad, often referred to as 'the Athens of Serbia'. Spend the morning exploring the town at your leisure, or opt for a guided city tour. In the afternoon, we'll sail to the Croatian town of Vukovar, a town that bears the scars of the Croatian War of Independence. Discover the town's most attractive buildings, including the Eltz Mansion and the birthplace of Nobel Prize winner Lavoslav Ružička. Overnight on board.

Arrive in the small Hungarian village of Mohacs, a place of great historical significance. Spend the day exploring the peaceful city, known for its unique buso carnival, at your own pace. Alternatively, take an optional visit to the nearby town of Pecs, home to the richest Roman-era find in Central Europe. Overnight on board.

Wake up in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. This city is divided by the mighty Danube into two parts: traditional 'Buda' and cosmopolitan 'Pest'. Take an optional guided tour to explore the city's famous landmarks, including the Parliament, the Opera, and the Fisherman's Bastion. As night falls, witness the city's stunning transformation as it lights up. Overnight on board.

Spend another day in the enchanting city of Budapest. Explore the contrasting characters of Buda and Pest at your own pace. Discover the narrow cobblestone streets of Buda, filled with medieval and neoclassical buildings, and the wide boulevards of Pest, adorned with Art Deco buildings. Overnight on board.

Arrive in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, in the early afternoon. Take an optional guided tour to explore the city's imperial charm, visiting sites such as the National Theater, St. Martin's Cathedral, and the old town hall. Later, we'll set sail for Vienna, the capital of Austria. In the evening, enjoy the Captain's dinner. Overnight on board.

Spend the day exploring Vienna, the capital of Austria. After breakfast, embark on an optional panoramic tour of the city's most important landmarks, including the Opera, City Hall, and the splendid Imperial Palace of Hofburg. In the afternoon, enjoy the city at your own pace or opt for a visit to Schonbrunn Palace. Overnight on board.

Your 8-day European river cruise concludes today. After breakfast, check out at 09:00 and prepare for your onward journey. A transfer service to the airport or hotel is available at an extra charge.