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Passau Roundtrip - Example 11 Day Cruise aboard MS Symphonie
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Spend 11 days cruising along the beautiful Danube River through four countries of Central Europe, enjoying stunning landscapes and experiencing the rich culture, art, traditions, and history of this spectacular region. Visit captivating destinations beginning in Passau and followed by visits to Bratislava, the gorgeous and elegant city of Vienna, Melk, and Budapest, the stunning capital of Hungary.
Melk Abbey, Lower AustriaNight in Vienna.Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, HungaryMorning view on Bratislava cityPassau at sunset, Germany
Highlights
  • Experience a passionate encounter with history, tradition and culture
  • Discover some of the Danube's most beautiful and breathtaking sites
  • Enjoy the Baroque palaces, churches, and pleasant squares of Bratislava
  • Drop anchor and tour the illuminated sites of Vienna
Activities
Places Visited
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: Passau, Germany | Embark

Board the ship in the early afternoon and enjoy some time to settle comfortably in your cabins before meeting the crew. Set off cruising along the Danube towards the border between Austria and Germany through the attractive region of Engelhartszell. A welcome cocktail reception is organized on board. 

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

Day 2: Passau | Melk | Vienna

Today, visit Melk Abbey. Return to the ship and cruise on to Dürnstein. Enjoy some free time exploring this picturesque village, and its Baroque-style church - the most famous in the Wachau region thanks to the legend of King Richard the Lionheart. Return on board in the afternoon before cruising on to Vienna. After your arrival, tour the illuminated sights of Vienna by night.

Day 3: Vienna | Esztergom

Today visit Schönbrunn Palace. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this marvelous city at your own pace or take part in an optional excursion (not included in packages): Horse-drawn carriage ride through Vienna. Return to the ship and cruise to Budapest, passing Bratislava on the way.

Day 4: Esztergom | Budapest

Enjoy some time on your own exploring Esztergom, the former capital of Hungary. Then spend the afternoon cruising to Budapest. The Hungarian capital lies along the banks of the Danube and is one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Enjoy some free time sightseeing in the city before returning to the ship. After dinner, join us for a tour of Budapest at night.

Day 5: Budapest

Enjoy a day on your own or join the proposed excursions:

Classic: Guided tour of the city.

Discovery: Budapest by bike. Discover all the wonders of this charming city biking across its emblematic spots.

In the afternoon, take part in an excursion to discover the Gellert Baths and Spa (not included in the packages). After dinner, enjoy another free evening on your own or join the crew for an evening of traditional dancing in the city.

Day 6: Budapest

Today either having the day for yourselves (lunch not included) or, leave on a day excursion for both packages: a trip to Puszta. Return to the ship early evening.

Day 7: Budapest

This morning, enjoy a leisure in Budapest or tour to Gödöllö Royal Palace. Back on board and cruising in the afternoon towards Bratislava. Entertaining evening on board.

Day 8: Bratislava | Vienna

Arrive in Bratislava in the early morning proposed excursions:

Classic: Guided tour of Bratislava. The charm of the Slovakian capital lies in its old city: splendid Baroque palaces, churches and pleasant squares.

Discovery: Hiking in Bratislava: The Little Carpathians. From Devin Castle, we'll take in the splendid view of Bratislava.

The ship cruises to Vienna. Enjoy a free evening or join one of the excursions proposed:

Classic: Vienna by night.

Discovery: Onboard waltzing lessons.

Day 9: Vienna

Free morning for individual sightseeing around Vienna. Enjoy a guided visit to Vienna and the Capuchin Crypt. In the afternoon visit the former palace of the Habsburgs and admire the crown jewels and splendid imperial apartments. After dinner, optional proposed excursion:

Classic: Concert of Viennese music (optional and subject to availability).

The ship cruises on after midnight.

Day 10: Melk | Passau

This morning cruise along the most beautiful stretch of the Wachau region to arrive in Melk in the morning. Enjoy free time ashore and return to the ship, in the afternoon. Take an excursion to Arstetten Castle, the last residence of Archduke Franz-Ferdinand and his wife. Return to the ship before cruising off towards Passau. Tonight is your exclusive gala evening on board.

Day 11: Passau, Germany | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Disembark this morning after breakfast. 
 

Ship/Hotel

MS Symphonie

MS Symphonie

MS Symphonie

The MS Symphonie is a comfortable and friendly ship that sails on the romantic Rhine and the enchanting blue Danube. It includes pleasant facilities such as a lounge bar and dance floor, restaurant, gift shop, and spacious sun deck. The capacity for 162 passengers allows a warm and convivial atmosphere on board.
MS Symphonie
MS Symphonie cabin
MS Symphonie salon bar

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MS Symphonie Main Deck
Main Deck- Cat A
32 double cabins, equipped with TV, telephone (for internal calls only), bathroom with shower and toilet, towels, safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V and Wi-Fi.
MS Symphonie Main Deck
Main Deck- Cat B
bathroom with shower and toilet, towels, safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V and Wi-Fi.
MS Symphonie Main Deck
Main Deck- Cat C
bathroom with shower and toilet, towels, safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V and Wi-Fi.
MS Symphonie Upper Deck
Upper Deck- Cat A
17 cabins (16 double cabin, and 1 cabin for people with reduced mobility), TV, telephone (for internal calls only), bathroom with shower and toilet, towels, safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V and Wi-Fi.
MS Symphonie Upper Deck
Upper Deck-Cat B
TV, telephone (for internal calls only), bathroom with shower and toilet, towels, safe, independent air-conditioning, electricity 220V and Wi-Fi.

Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 10 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches, 10 Dinners
  • 10 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Accommodation in double cabins
  • 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
  • Drinks (unless stated otherwise in the cruise program). The drinks included in the package are those provided by CroisiEurope and consumed as part of the meals taken aboard the boat, as well as in the bar (with the exception of the special bar card and wine list). Their non-exhaustive list is: water, wine, beer, fruit juice, coffee
  • Port taxes
  • Insurance assistance / repatriation
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel Surcharge - to be invoiced separately
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
  • All services not mentioned in the program
  • Drinks on the bar's and restaurant's special wine lists
  • Drinks taken during meals during excursions, extensions or transfers

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