The history of Central Europe awaits you on this 6-day cruise along the beautiful blue Danube aboard MS France. Join the crew of the MS France and experience an original way to discover the charms and treasures of Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. As you cruise from Passau to Budapest, enjoy daily stops to explore picturesque villages, towering cathedrals. antique palaces and vibrant cities.
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 4:00 p.m. in Passau. After comfortably settling into your cabins, enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. Begin to cruise towards the beautiful region of Engelhartszell.
*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
Today, join an excursion to go visit the Melk Abbey. Return to the ship in the morning 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. Board in the afternoon before cruising on to Vienna. After your arrival, take a tour of Vienna at night.
In the morning, join on an excursion and visit Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace.
Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this marvelous city at your own pace or take part in excursion (not included in packages): Horse-drawn carriage ride through Vienna. Return to the ship and cruise to Budapest, passing Bratislava on the way. Tonight, take part in your festival gala dinner and evening on board.
Enjoy some time on your own exploring Esztergom, the former capital of Hungary. 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 the city before returning to the ship. After dinner, join an excursion to explore Budapest at night.
In the afternoon, take part in an excursion to discover the Gellert Baths and Spa or the Budapest Market Halls. After dinner, enjoy another free evening on your own or join an excursion: Evening of traditional dancing in the city.
Day 6: Budapest, Hungary | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last breakfast 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
Assistance from onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Headsets are included for excursions
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner
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
Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
This was our first trip to South America and we were a little nervous. But Adventure Life made things so easy! All our questions were answered before we left, and our guide, Vidal, was amazing! He gave us enough space to explore without rushing us along. He also knew where the best picture taking opportunities were, which was great.
