Sail along the sparkling waters of the Blue Danube, in this 6-day cruise discovering Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, and Passau. As you cruise from Passau to Budapest, enjoy daily stops to explore picturesque villages, towering cathedrals. antique palaces, and vibrant cities. Choose from a Classic or Discovery approach and take advantage of the exciting land activities that await you in every port of call.
Day-by-Day Summary
Day 1 : Budapest | Embark Day 2 : Budapest | Bratislava Day 3 : Bratislava | Vienna Day 4 : Vienna Day 5 : Melk Day 6 : Passau | Disembark
Highlights
Set off on a sightseeing tour of Budapest, a two-thousand-year-old city
Visit Bratislava & admire the charm of the Slovakian capital
Join an excursion to the Benedictine abbey of Melk
Enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry
Board the MS L'Europe in Budapest and join a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. Dinner is served on board. In the evening, there is an excursion for both packages: an evening of traditional entertainment in Budapest.
CLASSIC: Sightseeing tour of Budapest, once two distinct cities that united only in 1873.
DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Budapest. See all the important sights of the city on an easy-paced ride, cycling through the historical center of Hungarian culture and many other of the legendary sites in Budapest.
Visit Schönbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the imperial family, and tour of part of Vienna. In the afternoon, tour Hofburg Palace, an imperial march through history, art and luxury. Enjoy a concert of Viennese music (subject to availability.) Begin to cruise during the night.
Cruise along the most beautiful section of the Wachau Valley before arriving in Melk.
Visit Dürnstein, the fortified village where Richard the Lionheart was once held, prisoner. 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. In the evening, begin to cruise to Passau. Tonight is your gala evening.
Day 6 Passau | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy one last breakfast on board before disembarking in Passau.
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$1,800
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Main Deck
21 cabins (19 twins, 2 cabins with a double bed) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Middle Deck
27 cabins (24 twins, 2 cabins with a double bed, 1 cabin equipped for disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, radio, safe.
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Upper Deck
42 cabins (40 twins, cabins with a double bed) 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
For navigational safety reasons, the company and the captain are the only authorized persons who can modify the cruise itinerary.
This offer includes:
- All meals from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day
- Drinks including water, wine, beer, fruit juices and coffee served on board, drinks served at the bar (excluding champagne and wines on the wine list)
- Accommodation in double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
- Onboard entertainment
- Assistance of your onboard host/hostess
- Welcome cocktail
- Gala evening
- Port taxes -Excursions for the Classic or Discovery package. Passengers will need to choose one package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
This offer does not include:
- Drinks on the wine list, champagne at the bar, drinks served during excursions or transfers
- Cancellation and baggage insurance
- Personal expenses
Formalities: Valid passport compulsory. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate. Please note: Your passport must be valid for six months beyond the last day of your travels.
Initial deposit is 30%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. Alternatively, you can register online here.
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 might have been the absolute best of our lifetime (thus far). We particularly want to commend our guide Peter in the Guilin area-he was so incredibly attentive, energetic, enthusiastic-and absolutely dedicated to ensuring that our meals were 100% vegetarian.
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