Begin your journey with an exploration of the gorgeous city of Vienna. Having played host to creative and intellectual geniuses like Mozart, Freud, and Beethoven, the city is packed with culture and creativity, from the 17th century Vienna State Opera to the Viennese coffee-house culture. In Bratislava, get exclusive insight into the lives of the locals and continue to explore one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. Your cruise concludes in the exquisite city of Budapest: explore its famous landmarks and castles, and wrap it up with an unforgettable classical concert inside the glorious Gödöllõ Royal Palace.
Highlights
See the State Opera in Vienna, one of the most iconic world's opera houses
Explore the majestic city of Bratislava, Slovakia
Visit the Fisherman’s Bastion for a unique view of Budapest
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Welcome to Vienna! Explore this beautiful city before boarding your luxurious ship. At tonight’s welcome reception, raise a glass to the wonderful cruise ahead.
Tour the city and take in the highlights such as the State Opera, one of the most iconic opera houses in the world; the City Park, with its famous gilded bronze monument of Johann Strauss; and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Or, be guided through the opulent rooms of Schönbrunn Palace, the primary summer residence of the Habsburg family that ruled Austria for nearly 650 years. Alternatively, learn about the history and significance of Viennese coffee culture during a guided tour.
This afternoon, get time to explore this magical city further.
Explore Bratislava with a knowledgeable local guide and discover all that this majestic city has to offer. Or, visit the home of a local family to gain an insight into the everyday lives of locals, while enjoying delicious coffee and cake. Alternatively, journey behind the iron curtain and discover Bratislava’s communist-era history during a guided tour. Learn how this controversial regime directly impacted the daily lives of the Slovak people.
This afternoon, enjoy the amenities of the luxurious Scenic Space-Ship. Perhaps relax on the Sun Deck with a drink in hand and enjoy the scenery as the ship cruises past charming riverside villages, or take the opportunity to be pampered in the onboard Wellness Center.
Join a guided tour through one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, crossing the iconic Chain Bridge which spans the Danube, linking Buda and Pest and guarded by two lion sculptures at each end. Continue down Andrassy Avenue to visit Heroes’ Square, the monument built to mark the thousandth anniversary of Hungary, and visit the Fisherman’s Bastion to see the city splayed out below from the viewing platform.
If feeling active, take a hiking tour up the World Heritage-listed Buda Hill. During the hike, see the Matthias Church and the seven spires of the Fisherman’s Bastion. Alternatively, experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, set underneath the city’s Castle District. The complex was built as a secret hospital during World War II and was later converted to a nuclear bunker.
Alternatively, be immersed in Budapest’s imperial past by attending an exclusive private classical music concert at the majestic Gödöllõ Royal Palace, one of the favorite residences of Queen Elisabeth of Hungary. Built in the 18th century, Gödöllõ is known for its Baroque style, with its symmetrical white façade and immaculate interior.
The concert promises to be a trip highlight and is exclusive to Scenic guests.
Day 5: Budapest | Disembark
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to Budapest airport for your return flight home.
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Deluxe Balcony Suite PD
225ft2. Located in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks, they offer all the features of the private Balcony Suites with the ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge, but with even more space to relax.
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Included
3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 4 Dinners
4 Nights Accommodations
Accommodations as listed
Ground transportation as listed
Activities as listed
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Additional excursions during free time
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Select drinks including a very small number of rare, fine and vintage wines, champagnes and spirits are not included in the package and may be available at an additional charge
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All travel invoice risks. We strongly recommend you to take out comprehensive travel insurance with a reputable insurance company to cover you against risks associated with your tour. Including cover for loss of luggage, medical expense, and cost and expenses incurred due to cancellations, delays, or other disruptions
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