Board the MS France in Passau and cruise along the beautiful blue Danube, making daily stops to explore the most iconic destinations of Melk, Durnstein, Vienna, Esztergom, and Budapest, discovering the charms and treasures of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Follow your inclination for adventure and join this 11-day round-trip Passau cruise, enjoying stunning landscapes and experiencing the rich culture, art, traditions, and history of Central Europe.
Highlights
Explore the Baroque palaces, churches, and pleasant squares of Bratislava
Join a Horse-drawn ride through the charming city of Vienna
Discover the wonders of Budapest, biking through its emblematic locations
Tour across the beautiful Budapest, a city crossed by the Danube
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Board the ship at 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.
Today visit the breathtaking 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. In the afternoon start cruising to Vienna.
Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this marvelous city at your own pace or take part in your 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. Tonight is your festival gala evening.
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 the city before returning to the ship. After dinner, enjoy a tour of Budapest at night.
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.
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.
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.
Enjoy some free time this morning for individual sightseeing around Vienna, the imperial city, or join a guided visit of Vienna and the Capuchin Crypt. You'll return to the ship. Enjoy a free afternoon, or join an excursion to Hofburg to visit the former palace of the Habsburgs and admire the crown jewels and splendid imperial apartments. After dinner, enjoy a concert of Viennese music (optional and subject to availability.) The ship cruises on after midnight.
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, 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
Enjoy one last buffet 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.
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Main Deck- Cat B
20 double cabins
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Main Deck-Cat C
18 double cabins
4 triple cabins
1 single cabin
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Upper Deck-Cat A
28 cabins all cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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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
The trip was terrific with great planning on your part. Most of the adventures were not mainstream and somewhat off the beaten path which made it especially enjoyable!! We felt taken care of and you all were readily available to respond to questions and issues. I would highly recommend your company and friends have already expressed interest based on our pictures and excitement.
Gale Cantor
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Adventure Life has been an extraordinary travel resource for us over the years and today was no exception. Our River Cruise booking was handled by Jess (who has been our personal trip planner for several years) the same day as our inquiry. Suggestions were given for cabin choice and pre-trip options (that were not shown on the cruise line's website) like airport transfers and prepaid gratuities. Trip insurance recommendations followed and we were assigned a travel co-ordinator till the end of the tour. All we have to do is show up! Great service from friendly folks.
APtravelwell
1 day ago
My representative Kevin was very responsive generally and in crafting our itinerary to our specific priorities.
Rocco Labella
1 day ago
Although there was a lot of paper work, I received help and guidance when I needed it.
Donna Kirby
2 days ago
Our travel was flawless! The rider pickup (airport, hotel, ship) was seamless. Jane's recommendation for Emerald Cruise Sakara was everything I wanted but the experience was soooo much more. Adventure Life took care of each and every detail and this was the easiest of all my travels.
Anne Petty
3 days ago
Follow up was effective any questions were answered in a timely manner