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Framed by rolling hillsides, well-tended vineyards and medieval castles, the Danube has been an inspiration for generations of Europeans. Experience its magic yourself: savor Wachau Valley wine, embrace the elegance and history of Vienna and Budapest, and traverse the legendary passage known as the Iron Gates. Disembark your ship and conclude your journey in Rousse, Bulgaria.
BratislavaPassau at sunset, GermanyColumn on Hauptplatz in LinzJohann Strauss statue, ViennaPanoramic view of Budapest cityscapeMelkBudapestMorning view on Bratislava city
Highlights
  • Visit Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey
  • Hike up to Bratislava Castle, including visits to the Castle Upper Terrace
  • Cruise through the awe-inspiring Iron Gates as the Danube River narrows
  • Tour the ancient capital of Bulgaria, Veliko Turnavo
Activities
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Embark | Nuremberg, Germany

Board the ship in Nuremberg for your Grand Danube Cruise. 

Day 2: Nuremberg

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Enjoy a guided tour through Nuremberg’s beautiful medieval city, showcasing theImperial Castle, famous town wall and the legendary fountain of the Market Square. Or turn the pages of a darkerhistory with a guided tour of the city’s most significant WWII sites, including the Documentation Center NaziParty Rally Grounds. Visit the Nuremberg Trials Memoriam and Courtroom 600, if the courtroom is not in session. Alternatively, savor traditional Franconian specialties including Nuremburger bratwurst, rotbier (red beer)and lebkuchen (gingerbread). En route to Regensburg, cruise through the man-made Main-Danube Canal. 

Day 3: Regensburg

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Explore one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities, Regensburg, on a guidedwalking tour showcasing the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria. Alternatively, sample Bavarian specialties—beer, sausage and pretzels, or join a bike tour to Walhalla where you will see the neoclassical white marble temple inspired by the Parthenon in Athens.

Day 4: Passau | Linz, Austria

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Enjoy a walking tour along Passau’s cobblestone streets admiring the Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. If you’re looking for a more active morning, choose between a guided bike tour along the Danube, or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus Fortress. Later in the day, set sail for Linz. 

Day 5: Melk | Vienna

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Cruise to Melk, known for itsmagnificent Benedictine Abbey, a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site. Alternatively, join a guided bike tour thattakes you through the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley;or go on a walking tour along Dürnstein’s cobblestonestreets to the famed Baroque church tower, Stiftskirche.Later in the day, set sail through the vineyard-richWachau Valley. 

Day 6: Vienna

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The “City of Waltzes” is a treasuretrove and your city tour showcases its regal splendors,including the majestic Opera House and the formerImperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude your tourin the UNESCO-designated historic city center and visitSt. Stephen’s Cathedral. For a more active exploration,take a guided bike ride to Klosterneuburg Monastery.During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time exploring thisiconic city even more.

Day 7: Budapest, Hungary

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
You cannot help but fall in love with Budapest, known as the “Queen of the Danube.” Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall. The remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. Alternatively, hike up to Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city. Cap the day off with an illumination cruise. 

Day 8: Budapest

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Tradition will be on full display in Puszta, the Great Hungarian Plain. Tour a genuine Hungarian csárda (farm) run by world-champion carriage-drivers. Afterwards, be treated to an unforgettable performance of horsemanship and then experience the Hungarians’ warm hospitality, along with a traditional lunch complete with authentic goulash. 

Day 9: Mohács | Pécs

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohács and then visit Pécs, founded more than2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter’s Basilica, the city’s main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Széchenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pécs. You can also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. For wine connoisseurs, you’ll want to go instead to the Szekszárd wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. 

Day 10: Vukovar, Croatia | Novi Sad, Serbia

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Vukovar is a Croatian symbol of resistance, which you’ll better understand on your city tour showcasing the Ovčara Memorial and Eltz Palace. Alternatively, choose a wine tasting in Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times, where you’ll sample its famous Grasevina,Traminac and Frankovka wines. Back on board, cruise to Novi Sad, sometimes called the “Serbian Athens.”Discover Novi Sad on a walking tour to Dunavski Park and through Stari Grad, the Old Town center. If you prefer a more active exploration, join a guided biking or hiking tour. During the evening, visit Petrovaradin Fortress. 

Day 11: Belgrade

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Explore Serbia’s capital, Belgrade, on a city tour that includes the Kalemegdan Fortressand the Serbian Orthodox Temple of St. Sava. Later, choose from three intriguing excursions. Visit the RoyalPalace, the official residence of the Serbian Royal Family; and then tour the House of Flowers, the mausoleumof Marshal Tito, who became the first President of Yugoslavia. Or enjoy a taste of the region by samplingSerbian plum brandy, Šlivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery. For those wishing amore active adventure, join a guided bike tour. 

Day 12: Scenic Cruising Through The Iron Gates

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
The Iron Gates is one of Europe’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains. 

Day 13: Vidin, Bulgaria

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria’s oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria. Continue on toBelogradchik, one of Bulgaria’s natural wonders, where you can hike around its most spectacular rock formations.Alternatively, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and Banitsa, a pastry youwill also get to make. You also have the choice to bike through Vidin and to the castle. 

Day 14: Rousse | Giurgiu, Romania

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  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Visit Bulgaria’s ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple orthodox temples. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-centuryNeo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO-designated Rock-HewnChurches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. 

Day 15: Giurgiu | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark the ship and bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. 

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  • 14 Breakfasts, 13 Lunches, 14 Dinners
  • 14 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Onboard Entertainment 
  • Bottled water replenished daily
  • Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
  • Beverages: Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
  • Beverages: Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
  • Personal headset for excursions. 
  • Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Gala Dinner
  • Knowledgeable guides
  • Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
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  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Passport and Applicable Visa Expenses
  • Laundry 
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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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