Amaze yourself with the stunning Danube River scenery, beautiful Romanian landscapes and Hungarian icons that reflect the moments that changed history and that once happened there. Discover all the diverse cultures of this spectacular countries and fall in love with the authentic European charm. Visit Bucharest a charming city that offers a combination of architectural styles: orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, Communist-inspired architecture, and the Parliament. Cycle along Belgrade's history-filled streets. Pass through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube between the Carpathians and the Balkans all of this and more aboard the MS Vivaldi.
Highlights
Cruise along the famous and enchanting Iron Gates
Join a unique and traditional folk evening in Budapest
Enjoy an exclusive concert of Viennese music at Vienna
Discover the Abbey of Melk, a symbol of Austrian baroque at its finest
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, enjoy a welcome cocktail with the crew. Enjoy dinner and a traditional folklore evening.
*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.
Join a guided visit of Bucharest. Bucharest offers a striking combination of architectural styles: orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, Communist-inspired architecture, and the Parliament (outside only - entrance fees not included).
Cruise to Ruse, one of the biggest ports in Bulgaria. Enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment.
Today enjoy a magnificent tour of Ruse. The city is impressive with its broad avenues, large squares and wonderful buildings which pay tribute to the architecture of the national Renaissance. After your tour, return to the ship and begin to cruise all afternoon. Pass through two countries, Romania on the left bank and Bulgaria on the right bank.
Spend the day cruising on the Danube sailing through Romania, Bulgaria, and Serbia. Your ship passes through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube between the Carpathians and the Balkans. On the Serbian bank of the river, catch a glimpse of the Tabula Traiana - a marble plaque honoring the Roman Road that once linked Rome to the province of Dacia.
Discovery: Biking in Belgrade. Cycle along the history-filled streets with your guide, who'll explain the city's recent past from World War II to current times.
After your tour, return to the ship. Excursion is common for both packages: Guided tour of Novi Sad. Start cruising in the direction of Mohacs.
Arrive in Mohacs. In the afternoon, excursion common for both packages: The Puszta. Return on board in Kalocsa and cruise to Budapest. Enjoy a Hungarian feast this evening.
Classic: Sightseeing tour of Budapest, once two distinct cities that united only in 1873.
Discovery: Budapest by bike. You'll see all the important sights of the city on an easy-paced ride, cycling through the historical center of Hungarian culture and many other legendary sites in Budapest.
Enjoy a free afternoon in Budapest. Optional (not included in the packages): Discover the Gellert Baths and Spa. After your visits, begin to cruise to Bratislava.
Classic: Visit Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the imperial family, and a panoramic tour of Vienna.
Discovery: The high art of Viennese living: Music and Viennese cafes. We'll stroll through the city and visit backstage in the Konzerthaus concert hall. After your tour, enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry.
Return on board and explore the city on your own in the afternoon. Optional excursion not included in the packages: Horse-drawn carriage ride through Vienna.
In the evening, join an optional excursion for both packages: Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability).
The ship will cruise to Melk during the night.
Once you arrive in Melk, join an excursion common for both packages: 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. We'll then return on board and depart for Linz. Tonight is your festive gala evening.
Day 12: Linz, Austria | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. in Linz. End of the services.
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Main Deck-Cat A
26 cabins (18 twins, 8 double cabins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Main Deck- Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Main Deck- Cat C
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Middle Deck-Cat A
21 cabins (12 twins, 8 double cabins, 1 cabin equipped for disabled with double bed). All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Middle Deck-Cat B
All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Middle Deck-Cat C
All cabins are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Upper Deck-Cat A
41 cabins (39 twins, 2 double cabins) equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Upper Deck-Cat B
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Upper Deck-Cat C
equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe. Cabin size: 140 sq. ft.
Notes
20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Initial deposit is 30%, 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
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Included
11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 11 Dinners
11 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
Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
