Soak up all that Europe’s most cultured river has to offer, with its wealth of grand baroque architecture, medieval cities, picture perfect towns and the sights that inspired Strauss and Mozart.
From Budapest, we slip our moorings and head on our journey north to Esztergom spending the morning exploring its historic centre, which once was Hungary’s capital, before continuing westwards to the beautiful old town of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Navigating through Lower Austria we then reach the romantic town of Dürnstein. After we visit the remarkable monastery in Melk.
Soon we arrive in Linz for a guided tour. Alternatively, take the short drive to Salzburg and enjoy a guided tour of the old town. On our way back eastwards, we will reach classical Vienna. Finally, cruising into Hungary, we arrive back in imperial Budapest, straddling the picturesque Danube. After a guided tour of this palatial city, we spend the evening on board, where the Captain hosts another spectacular dinner, an excellent finale to this most exceptional and relaxing cruise.
From £1599pp
Various departure dates available with Riviera Travel
What's included?
- 7 night onboard 5-star ship
- 7 visits & tours
- Full board dining
- Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
- Free superior drinks package
- Return flights & transfers
- Checked luggage
- Free Wi-Fi
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Budapest & take coach to cruise
Day 2: Overnight, we have cruised upstream to Eszertegom
Day 3: This morning we explore Slovakia’s fast-emerging capital city, Bratislava, on a guided tour.
Day 4: Dürnstein & Melk
Day 5: Today visit Salzburg or Linz for a guided walking tour
Day 6: Vienna - a highlight for many
Day 7: Enjoy a leisurely morning as we cruise majestically through Hungary’s peaceful pastoral landscape towards Budapest. After lunch we enjoy a sightseeing tour of this captivating city, which truly lives up to its reputation as the ‘Pearl of the Danube’.
Day 8: Return home
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