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The Beautiful Blue Danube

Passau Roundtrip - Example 11 Day Cruise aboard MS France
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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. 
Passau at sunset, GermanyMelk Abbey, Lower AustriaMozart Statue in ViennaPanoramic view of Budapest cityscapeMorning view on Bratislava city
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
Activities
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 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.

Day 2: Passau | Melk | Vienna

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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. 

Remain in port overnight.

Day 3: Vienna | Esztergom

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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.

Day 4: Esztergom | Budapest

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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.

Day 5: Budapest

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
This morning's excursions are:

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

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner
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

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Arrive in Bratislava. This morning's excursions are:

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.
 

Day 9: Vienna

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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.

Day 10: Melk | Passau

  • Ship
  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
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.

Ship/Hotel

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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 - equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Main Deck-Cat C
18 double cabins 4 triple cabins 1 single cabin - equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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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
Included
  • 10 Breakfasts, 8 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
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
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

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