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The Beautiful Blue Danube

Vienna Roundtrip - Example 8 Day Cruise aboard MS Vivaldi
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Embark on an 8-day The Beautiful Blue Danube cruise, aboard MS Vivaldi, visiting key cities and cultural landmarks in Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Begin in Vienna and sail overnight to Melk, where you explore the famous abbey before cruising through the Wachau Valley to Dürnstein. In Bratislava, choose between a guided city tour or a scenic hike to Devin Castle. Witness a traditional horse show in Kalocsa before reaching Budapest for a day of sightseeing, local markets, and optional spa visits. Enjoy a cultural evening show in Budapest before continuing to Esztergom for free time and panoramic cruising. Return to Vienna for a final day of discovery with options like a Schönbrunn Castle visit or a music-focused city tour. End your journey with a concert of Viennese music and a gala dinner onboard.
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Highlights
  • Walk through Austria’s stunning Melk Abbey with guided tour
  • Sail Wachau Valley between Melk and Dürnstein with scenic views
  • Hike Bratislava’s Little Carpathians to Devin Castle lookout
  • Choose a guided Bratislava city tour with historical insights
Activity Level: Variable
Activity options vary depending on destination and operator. Activity level is determined by the range and intensity of activities you choose to participate in. Discuss with your Trip Planner which options are best for you.
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Day 1: Vienna | Embark

Boarding begins at 6:00 p.m. Once passengers have settled into their cabins, the crew will be introduced during a welcome cocktail. The ship departs at 8:00 p.m. and sails overnight toward Melk.

*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.

Day 2: Melk | Dürnstein

Join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of the Melk Abbey. You'll then cruise to Dürnstein, passing through the beautiful Wachau Valley. Once you arrive, you'll take a tour of Dürnstein.

Day 3: Bratislava | Kalocsa

Join the excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Guided Tour of Bratislava.
DISCOVER: Hiking in Bratislava: the Little Carpathians. From Devin Castle, we'll take in the splendid view of Bratislava. The afternoon will be spent cruising.

Day 4: Kalocsa | Budapest

Join an excursion for both packages: The Puszta, including a horse show. The afternoon will be spent cruising.

Day 5: Budapest

Join a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion:: Guided tour of Budapest, the metropolis that was once two distinct cities united only in 1873: Buda, on one bank with its rolling hills and valleys; and Pest, on the other, with its flatter landscape offering a panoramic view over the banks of the Danube.

Join for optional excursions: Discover the Gellert Baths and Spa (not included in the packages) or the Budapest Market Halls (not included in the packages).

In the evening, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursionEvening of traditional entertainment in Budapest.

Day 6: Esztergom | Vienna

Once you arrive, enjoy some free time in Esztergom. The afternoon will be spent cruising. Tonight is your gala dinner and evening.

Day 7: Vienna

Join the excursions proposed:

Classic: Guided visit of Vienna and Schönbrunn Castle.

Discovery: The high art of Viennese living: Music and Viennese cafes. You'll stroll through the city and visit back stage in the Konzerthaus concert hall. After your tour, enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry.

In the afternoon, join an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Hofburg Palace. In the evening, join an excursion Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability.)

Day 8: Vienna | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

Ship/Hotel

MS Vivaldi

MS Vivaldi
Relax in the library aboard the MS Vivaldi
The luxurious dining room on the MS Vivaldi

Dates & Prices

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Main Deck-Cat A
26 cabins (18 twins, 8 double cabins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Main Deck- Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Main Deck- Cat C
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Middle Deck-Cat A
21 cabins (12 twins, 8 double cabins, 1 cabin equipped for disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Middle Deck-Cat B
All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Middle Deck-Cat C
All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Upper Deck-Cat A
41 cabins (39 twins, 2 double cabins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Upper Deck-Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
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Upper Deck-Cat C
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Accommodation in double cabins
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
  • Wi-fi access
  • All meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table
  • In the case of cruises offering extensions in hotels, the catering services are only as those detailed in the programs concerned
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
  • All services not mentioned in the program

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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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