Embark on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich aboard the Emerald Destiny. Explore Europe's cultural highlights on a relaxed Danube River itinerary. Discover Budapest's layered history, experience Vienna's grand architecture along the Ringstrasse, and visit the historic Melk Abbey. This journey offers insight into Central Europe's most iconic cities and landmarks, combining guided tours with ample time to explore at your own pace.
Highlights
Explore Budapest market and learn about Hungarian food culture
Stroll Bratislava Old Town with its Gothic and Art Nouveau gems
Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse and marvel at grand imperial buildings
Tour Melk Abbey and see medieval manuscripts in Baroque halls
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.
Arrive in Hungary, the ‘Pearl of the Danube,’ and be greeted at the airport for your transfer to the elegant Emerald Cruises ship. Once on board, be welcomed by the captain and crew. Later, as part of your EmeraldPLUS experience, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore performance with your fellow guests.
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Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Please book your flight to arrive into Budapest prior to 05:00 PM.
Today, discover Budapest’s medieval quarter and cobbled streets on a guided coach tour through its UNESCO World Heritage-listed city center. Learn about the city’s culinary heritage while visiting the neo-Gothic Grand Market, Budapest’s largest indoor market. Following the tour, enjoy time to explore the market at your leisure.
Alternatively, for a more active option, hike to Gellert Hill. The area, reconstructed after WWII air raids, features 18th-century Baroque houses and historic alleyways that wind around the Buda Castle District—offering insight into the city’s layered past.
Included Excursion
Budapest tour with Grand Market visit
This morning, relax on board your ship as you sail into the capital of Slovakia, Bratislava. This graceful nation became an independent country in 1993, and since then, Bratislava has flourished as a new capital and made a name for itself as a cultural center. The romantic cobblestone lanes that weave through the city are yours to explore with your insightful local guide. Enjoy a walking tour of the 18th century Old Town, taking in the Slovak National Theater and a wealth of Gothic and Art Nouveau buildings.
Alternatively, embark on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle, a city landmark steeped in legend that looks as though it has been plucked from the pages of a fairytale. Standing on an isolated rocky hill directly above the Danube, this impressive building has been rebuilt several times, most recently in Renaissance-style. Tonight, enjoy some typically local Slovakian entertainment on board your ship.
Included Excursion
Walking tour of Bratislava
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Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
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Local Slovakian entertainment on board
Historic boulevards and imperial grandeur welcome you to Vienna, the magnificent Austrian capital. Vienna perfectly encapsulates the opulence of the Habsburg Monarchy and their ornate Baroque palaces, some of which you can be able to see during your guided coach tour of the famous Ringstrasse, one of the world’s most beautiful boulevards. Afterwards, embark on a guided walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city center, where you can admire classical architectural styles, legacies of the melting pot of artistic influences that have existed here since the turn of the 20th century. Some of Austria’s most important – and exquisite - buildings line the Ringstrasse, including the Neo-Renaissance Vienna State Opera, City Hall and Parliament, as well as splendid palaces. Alternatively, If you’re feeling more active, choose to explore Vienna on two wheels, as part of a guided bike tour, cycling along the riverbanks to scenic Danube Island.
Effortlessly suspended in time, Weissenkirchen is one of the most frequented parts of the Wachau wine region, where the delightful warm climate creates the perfect setting for viticulture. Later, sail through the scenic, UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wachau Valley and arrive in Melk, a delightful Austrian town, where you can enjoy a guided tour of Melk Abbey. Originally a lavish castle that was gifted to Benedictine monks during the 11th century, this opulent Baroque building houses some of the most important collections of medieval manuscripts in the world.
Included Excursion
Tour of Melk Abbey
EmeraldACTIVE
Guided bike tour along the Danube River
This morning, your ship will arrive in Linz. Then, be transferred by coach to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center of Ceský Krumlov, a delightful Czech town. Join your insightful local guide on a walking tour along the labyrinth of winding cobblestone streets lined with colorful façades of buildings and learn how they survived the test of time. The town surrounds the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ceský Krumlov Castle, and your guided tour will take in the 15th century St. Vitus Church and a number of charming Gothic façades.
Narrow cobblestone streets and the aroma of freshly-baked gingerbread, a local delicacy, welcome you upon your arrival in Passau. Nestled on the confluence of three of Europe’s main waterways – the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers – this charming German town is an important historic trading center and bordering Austria, displaying a distinctive blend of cultures.
Later, experience a typical Bavarian farm for some interesting insights into the daily life of local farmers and livestock farming, then have a chance to sample some homemade specialities. Alternatively, you can embark on a guided hike, taking in sights such as the Mariahilf and St. Severin, an ancient church dating back to the Ottonian dynasty.
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Bavarian Countryside Experience
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Hike to Veste Oberhaus
Day 8: Passau | Disembark
1 Breakfast
This morning after breakfast, it’s time to bid farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your ship for your transfer to the airport, leaving with cherished memories of a wealth of Europe’s iconic sights and cultural treasures.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to the terms and conditions for further information.
Please book your flight to depart out of Munich after 01:00 PM.
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$8,190
Please confirm embark/disembark locations before reserving flights, as this itinerary operates in reverse on alternating departures.
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Single Stateroom (ES)
Single Occupancy Only. 117 sq ft. 2 single cabins located on the Riviera Deck with a deluxe single bed, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
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Stateroom (E)
162 sq ft. 9 cabins located on the Riviera Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
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Stateroom (D)
162 sq ft. 8 cabins located on the Riviera Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
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Panorama Balcony Suite (C)
180 sq ft. 19 cabins located on the Vista Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, indoor balcony with open-air system, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
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Panorama Balcony Suite (B)
180 sq ft. 18 cabins located on the Vista Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, indoor balcony with open-air system, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
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Panorama Balcony Suite (A)
180 sq ft. 23 cabins located on the Horizon Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, indoor balcony with open-air system, bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer, flat-screen TV and infotainment system
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Grand Balcony Suite (S)
210 sq ft. 8 cabins located on the Horizon Deck with a Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds, outdoor private balcony with the open-air system, in-suite mini-bar available at own expense, a complimentary Nespresso machine and bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hairdryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes, and slippers
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Owner's Suite (SA)
315 sq ft. 4 cabins located on the Horizon Deck with a Queen-size or twin beds, an outdoor private balcony with the open-air system, a separate bathroom and lounge area, a walk-in wardrobe, an in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily with wine, beer, and soft drinks
Notes
Single accommodations are available on some tours for an additional single supplement rate. Contact us for details of pricing and availability.
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