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Classic Cruise on the Danube
Austria, Hungary and Slovakia in 8 Days, 7 Nights in Destination
From
£ 2,149
£ 1,499
/person
-30%
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Discover Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, and more enchanting cities in the Wachau valley, all aboard a cruise ship that features the creature comforts of a hotel.
Trip Highlights
- Bratislava
- Vienna
- Budapest
- Danube
Included
All flights
Accommodation
Activities
Full board
Availability
Departures available until September 2025
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + £ 580
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Categories available
lower deck included
main deck from + £ 500
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Itinerary
Embark on a cruise of the Danube and discover Central Europe’s capitals: all with full board included! Begin your adventure in Vienna before heading into the Wachau valley, losing yourself in the sites of Dürnstein, Melk, and Linz. Double back towards Bratislava & Budapest, then end your trip by dining with the ship’s captain.
1st Day: UK/Ireland - Vienna
Excited to take a journey through the heart of Central Europe? Arrive* at your chosen airport in the UK/Ireland ready for a flight to Vienna, Austria. Depending on what time you land, you may have several hours at your disposal to explore the city before heading to our ship**.
Begin boarding at 16:00, get settled in your cabin and enjoy a welcome cocktail and your first dinner on board. The cruise includes full board, so three meals per day are served on the ship from this point onwards. Overnight on board.
*If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
**A private transfer from the airport to the departure port of the cruise can be added in the next step of the booking process.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
2nd Day: Vienna
Full board included. After breakfast, enjoy the full day to explore Vienna independently.
Discover the Austrian capital’s best-known buildings, including the world-famous Opera House, the Parliament Building, the Burgtheater, and of course the spectacular Hofburg Imperial Palace.
Return to the ship for dinner and overnight on board. Set sail for the Wachau valley!
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
3rd Day: Vienna - Melk - Dürnstein
Full board included. Early in the morning, you will moor in Melk, a small town located in the heart of the stunning Wachau Valley, renowned worldwide for its Benedictine Abbey perched on a rock overlooking the river.
After lunch, you will arrive in Dürnstein, a charming village with a medieval castle in the winding Wachau Valley. From the pier, you can directly access the historic city center on foot, passing through the medieval city gates to reach Pranger Square. Here, you'll enjoy a beautiful view of the castle ruins, famous for being the place where Richard the Lionheart was supposedly imprisoned. Don't miss the opportunity to taste the typical wines of the Wachau region. In the late afternoon, the boat will depart from Dürnstein and sail towards Hungary. Night on board.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
4th Day: Dürnstein - Esztergom - Budapest
Full board included. After lunch, you will arrive in Esztergom, a significant location in Hungarian history, as it was the first capital of the Kingdom of Hungary and where the first King, Stephen I, was crowned in the year 1000. The Esztergom Basilica, the largest church in Hungary, is a symbol of the city and houses the largest organ in Hungary. At dinner time, you will set sail for Budapest, arriving at midnight. Night stopover in the city. Night on board.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
5th Day: Budapest
Full board included. Today, you will spend the entire day in the capital of Hungary. The Danube River separates Buda and Pest, two great cities that form one of Europe's most important capitals. Huge bridges connect both banks, uniting Buda, the former royal seat and most elegant residential area, with Pest, the economic and commercial heart of the city. Enjoy a night stopover to experience Budapest at night, when the city truly comes alive. Night on board.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
6th Day: Budapest
Full board included. Until lunch, the boat will remain anchored in Budapest, allowing you to visit this wonderful city. You might take tram number 2 from Margaret Bridge to Petőfi Bridge or dip into one of Budapest's world-famous thermal baths, such as Széchenyi or Gellért. In the afternoon, enjoy the views of the Danube and its banks. Night on board.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
7th Day: Budapest - Bratislava
Full board included. Early in the morning, you will arrive in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Discover the main atractions of this imperial city on your own, visit the National Theater, the Cathedral of St. Martin, Michael's Gate, the old town hall, and the impressive fortress atop a rock. In the afternoon, the boat will depart for Vienna. In the evening, enjoy the captain's dinner. Night on board.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
MS Swiss Splendor or similar
See our full selection
8th Day: Bratislava - Vienna - UK/Ireland
Breakfast on board.* Arrive back in Vienna in the morning and disembark the ship. Self-transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK/Ireland. If you prefer, you can also book your final transfer with us.** Land back at your city of origin, and start planning your next adventure!
*If you have an early return flight, you may not have time to enjoy the included breakfast on board.
**A private transfer from the port to the Vienna airport can be reserved in the next step of the booking process.
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Categories Available:
lower deck
From £ 1,499
Selected
- Accommodation in a cabin in Lower Deck.
main deck
From £ 1,999
- Accommodation in a cabin in Main Deck.
Accommodation: 7 Nights
The price includes
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Vienna - UK/Ireland.
- 7 nights accommodation in a Lower Deck Cabin.See hotels included
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners on board.*more information
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Basic travel insurance.
- Drinks Included: Welcome and farewell cocktail. Tea and coffee during meals on board.
- Live music on board.
- ATOL protection
- Multilingual staff on board
Not included
Please note: Gratuities are not included. The recommended amount is 13€ per person per day.
Airport transfers are not included. You will have the possibility to add a private transfer for an additional cost in the next step of the booking process.
Soft drinks or alcoholic beverages.
*Included: table water, tea, coffee, 1 glass of wine or beer per person in every lunch and dinner.
Entry requirements
Passport with a minimum of 6 months validity required.
Visa
No visa is required to enter the country.
Currency
Euro.
Language
German
Electricity
220 V. No adapter required.
Health
There are no mandatory vaccinations for travellers from EU countries.
Time zone
UTC + 01:00.
Other useful information
Meals are often eaten quite early in Austria.
Tourist Office website
https://www.austria.info/us
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
Babies: 0-2 years.
Children: 3-11 years.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or canceled without prior notice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice
Pay in installments
Pay only 60% today to reserve your trip.
Rest is paid in instalments according to your departure date.
UK Foreign Travel Advice https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.
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