Discover the charms and treasures of Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary on a 6-day cruise aboard MS France. Cruise through stunning landscapes and experience the rich culture, art and history of central Europe in cities like Passau, Melk, Vienna and Esztergom. Enjoy daily stops to explore picturesque villages, towering cathedrals, antique palaces and vibrant cities on this 6-day cruise along the beautiful blue Danube
Highlights
Tour the historic Benedictine abbey of Melk
Hike in the Little Carpathians, one of the 14 protected areas in Slovakia
Visit Schoenbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the imperial family
Enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry
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.
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After settling into your cabins, join the crew for a welcome cocktail followed by dinner. In the evening, enjoy Budapest's traditional entertainment.
*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
Cruise along the most beautiful section of the Wachau Valley before arriving in Melk.
This morning, there is an excursion prepared for both packages: Visit Dürnstein, the fortified village where Richard the Lionheart was once held, prisoner.
In the afternoon, join an excursion: Visit the Melk Abbey. Originally a Baroque-style palace built between 1702 and 1736, it is now a Benedictine monastery that hosts a prestigious coed school with more than 900 students. Return on board in Ybbs. In the evening, begin to cruise to Passau. Tonight is your gala dinner and evening on board the ship.
Day 6: Passau, Germany | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.
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Main Deck - Cat A
50 cabins (44 twins, 4 triple cabins, 1 single cabin) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck- Cat B
20 double cabins
- equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Main Deck-Cat C
18 double cabins
4 triple cabins
1 single cabin
- equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat A
28 cabins all cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Upper Deck-Cat B
2 double cabins
2 PRM cabins
- equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 25%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure by Bank transfer or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
For full cancellation policy details, please contact us for a quote.
Included
5 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners
5 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 and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
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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