The Beautiful Blue Danube

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River Cruise
From Passau to Budapest via Melk and Vienna, these cities rich in culture and history will unveil their secrets. Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace and the beautiful Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its wooded hillsides, orchards, small villages, vineyards and monasteries, it is the most picturesque part of the Danube and where the majestic Dürn...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Discover the greatest cities along the Danube
    • The idyllic landscapes of the Wachau Valley
    • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: Imperial Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence for the Hapsburg monarchs, with splendid gardens and lavish rooms
    • Budapest, 2000 years of history

What's this trip about?

    From Passau to Budapest via Melk and Vienna, these cities rich in culture and history will unveil their secrets. Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace and the beautiful Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its wooded hillsides, orchards, small villages, vineyards and monasteries, it is the most picturesque part of the Danube and where the majestic Dürnstein Castle stands.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityPassau
End CityBudapest

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Budapest
  • Passau

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - excursions included in the package selected - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

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Travel Map

Day 1 PASSAU

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 4:00 p.m. in Passau. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We'll begin to cruise towards the beautiful region of Engelhartszell.

Day 2 PASSAU - VIENNA

Join us on an excursion : Visit the Melk Abbey (only on pre-booking before departure). We'll return to the ship in the morning and cruise on to Dürnstein. Enjoy some free time exploring this picturesque village, and its Baroque-style church - the most famous in the Wa...

Day 2 PASSAU - VIENNA

Join us on an excursion : Visit the Melk Abbey (only on pre-booking before departure). We'll return to the ship in the morning and cruise on to Dürnstein. Enjoy some free time exploring this picturesque village, and its Baroque-style church - the most famous in the Wa...

Day 3 VIENNA

Join uson an excursion : Visit Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace (only on pre-booking before departure).Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this marvelous city at your own pace or take part in our excursion : Horse-drawn carriage ride though Vienna. We'll return to the ship and cruise to Budapest, passing Bratislava on the way. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 3 VIENNA

Join uson an excursion: Visit Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace (only on pre-booking before departure).Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this marvelous city at your own pace or take part in our excursion : Horse-drawn carriage ride though Vienna. We'll return to the ship and cruise to Budapest, passing Bratislava on the way. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 4 ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST

Enjoy some time on your own exploring Esztergom, the former capital of Hungary. We'll then spend the afternoon cruising to Budapest. The Hungarian capital lies along the banks of the Danube and is one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Enjoy some free time sightseeing the city before returning to the ship. After dinner, join us on an excursion : Budapest by night.

Day 4 ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST

Enjoy some time on your own exploring Esztergom, the former capital of Hungary. We'll then spend the afternoon cruising to Budapest. The Hungarian capital lies along the banks of the Danube and is one of the most attractive cities in Europe. Enjoy some free time sightseeing the city before returning to the ship. After dinner, join us on an excursion : Budapest by night.

Day 5 BUDAPEST

Join us on an excursion : Guided tour of Budapest.In the afternoon, take part in an excursion to discover the Gellert Baths and Spa or Budapest Market Halls. After dinner, enjoy another free evening on your own or join us on an excursion : Evening of traditional dancing in the city.

Day 5 BUDAPEST

Join us on an excursion : Guided tour of Budapest.In the afternoon, take part in an excursion to discover the Gellert Baths and Spa or Budapest Market Halls. After dinner, enjoy another free evening on your own or join us on an excursion : Evening of traditional dancing in the city.

Day 6 BUDAPEST

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,549
Price per day$425
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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31 May 2025
06 Jun 2025
$2,549
02 Jun 2025
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$2,313
19 Jun 2025
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$2,168
13 Jul 2025
19 Jul 2025
$2,091
30 Jul 2025
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$2,091
06 Aug 2025
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$1,464
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$1,464
05 Sep 2025
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$1,464
17 Sep 2025
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$1,464
27 Sep 2025
03 Oct 2025
$1,464

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Drinks from our wine list or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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Requirements
Valid passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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