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12-Day Cruise on the Imperial Danube: From Bucharest to Budapest, Between the Carpathians and the Capitals of Central Europe

Main features
Boat type: river boat
Number of cabins: 88
Maximum capacity: 176 travelers
Crew members: 33

Cabins

Double Cabin - Cat A - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious and comfortable cabin featuring a French balcony with large panoramic sliding window, two separate beds, a bathroom (sink, shower, and private toilet, towels provided), hairdryer, television, safe, and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Double Cabin - Cat B - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious and comfortable cabin featuring a French balcony with large panoramic sliding window, two separate beds, a bathroom (sink, shower, and private toilet, towels provided), hairdryer, television, safe, and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Double Cabin - Cat C - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious and comfortable cabin featuring a French balcony with a large sliding panoramic window, a large bed, a bathroom (sink, shower, and private toilet, towels provided), hairdryer, television, safe, and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Double Cabin - Cat C - Upper Deck
Capacity: 2 Berths maximum
Spacious and comfortable cabin featuring a French balcony with large panoramic sliding window, two separate beds, a bathroom (sink, shower, and private toilet, towels provided), hairdryer, television, safe, and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
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NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Itinerary
Bucharest Predeal
Welcome by the English-speaking guide at Bucharest airport and transfer to Prédéal, one of the... more+ country's largest winter sports resorts and the highest town in Romania, located at an altitude of 1,060 m. Check-in at a 4* hotel. Dinner and overnight stay. 
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Predeal Sighisoara Brasov Predeal
Day trip included: Sighisoara. An old Saxon town surrounded by a wall over 900 m long, Sighisoara... more+ is distinguished by its defensive towers, including the Clock Tower with figurines announcing the time. The relatively well-preserved medieval center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will visit the house of Dracula, the famous prince of the Carpathians. The decor is reminiscent of medieval times with weapons, shields, and many surprising details. Lunch. Continue to Brasov, one of the seven citadels founded by the Saxons in Transylvania, where you will visit the Black Church, an important monument of Transylvanian Gothic art. Its organ, with 4,000 pipes, dates from 1839. The stained glass windows are superb, as are its 119 oriental carpets (15th-18th centuries), statues, and Italian Renaissance-style paintings. Then you will reach Council Square, the true historical heart of Brasov. Surrounding this ancient square is a series of historic buildings with unique and colorful architecture, all of which form an exceptional panorama. You will also see the old town hall, in front of which stands the sculpture of the Capitoline Wolf, which adorns this notable building in the city of Brasov. Then return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay. 
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Predeal Sibiu Sibiel Bran Predeal
Day trip included: guided tour of Sibiu, Brukenthal Palace, and the Evangelical Church. Departure... more+ by coach to Sibiu. Located in the heart of Romania and bathed by the Cibin River, the city of Sibiu charms travelers with its medieval atmosphere, inviting them to explore in any season. With its old-world charm, Sibiu is a veritable open-air museum, with houses dating back to 1380 lining the narrow streets, stairways leading down to the "lower town," the imposing Evangelical Church, which took two centuries to build, and the Large and Small Squares surrounded by centuries-old buildings. The Brukenthal Palace is well worth a visit, both for its splendid period furniture and for the works on display. Under the chandelier in the music room, admire the colorful friezes and 18th-century instruments before exploring the other rooms, which feature 17th-century portraits, satin daybeds, and antique jewelry boxes. The place is sumptuously preserved. Continue on to the Evangelical Cathedral, one of the most beautiful and imposing Gothic churches in Transylvania. Then head to Sibiel to visit the icon museum. The museum houses the largest exhibition of glass icons in Transylvania today, a miracle of artistic creation and religious inspiration born of the search for Orthodox Christian tradition and the imagination of Romanian peasant painters. A visit to the Sibiel Museum also offers the opportunity to discover the figure of the man whose name it bears: Father Zosim Oancea, a truly exceptional man and priest whose clear-sighted intelligence and tireless tenacity are responsible for this extraordinary museum in the heart of Romania. Lunch.
In the afternoon, drive to Bran Castle. Visit Bran Castle. Located on a cliff at the former border between Transylvania and Wallachia, Bran Castle, popularly known as Dracula's Castle, is a legendary place and the most popular fortress in Romania. Built between 1377 and 1388, the castle is an important Romanian national monument that inspired the famous writer Bram Stoker to create one of the most popular novels of all time, Dracula. Return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay. 
Included activities: Guided tour of Sibiu, the Brukenthal Palace and the Evangelical Church, Visit of the Icon Museum in Sibiel, more+
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Predeal Sinaia Oltenita
Included excursion: visit to Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery. Departure by coach to Sinaia. Visit... more+ the magnificent 19th-century Peles Castle, summer residence of the Romanian royal family. Peles was born from the poetic dream of the first royal couple, Carol I and Elisabeth of Hohenzollern, enlightened rulers of Romania. The castle is what makes this small town famous. The huge rooms of this royal summer residence are all lavishly decorated with gigantic Murano crystal chandeliers, stained glass windows, and teak and other local wood paneling. The monumental staircase, the centerpiece of the grand hall, features no fewer than six thousand figures whose gaze is directed toward visitors. Then drive to Sinaia Monastery, which is still home to around twenty monks. You will visit the large Orthodox church, which dates back to 1846 and contains two icons donated by Tsar Nicholas II in 1903, and the small history museum, which displays some of the monastery's treasures, including the first translation of the Bible into Romanian, dating from 1668.
Lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Oltenita (approx. 3.5 hours). Boarding at 6 p.m. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Dinner. Departure for Cernavoda. 
Included activities: isit of Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery, more+
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Oltenita Constanta
Morning sailing on the Danube-Black Sea Canal. The completion of the Danube-Black Sea Canal is a... more+ colossal work in the history of Communism in Romania and Eastern Europe. Late morning arrival in Constanta. Optional authentic excursion/experience: guided tour of Constanta and local wine tasting. This Romanian city is the best known on the Black Sea coast. Once an important Greek trading post, it has preserved a number of interesting vestiges from its heyday. Not least the remarkable 3rd-century Roman mosaic. The streets of the old town also hold a few surprises, as far as the seafront and the casino, which raises its rococo façade against the wind. Then on to Murfatlar. The sunny Dobrogean plateau on the shores of the Black Sea is the country's most promising region. The Murfatlar vineyards have made a name for themselves, winning numerous international awards for their Chardonnay. Wine tasting in a local cellar. Night sail to Cernavoda. 
Optional services: Guided tour of Constanta and local wine tasting, more+
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Constanta Cernavoda Oltenita Bucharest Ruse
Morning sailing to Oltenita. In the afternoon, optional authentic excursion/experience: visit... more+ Bucharest, nicknamed "Little Paris" in the 1930s. Welcoming and full of life, the Romanian capital leaves no one indifferent. Its monumental avenues are dotted with beautiful gardens, parks, and surprising alleys. Communism certainly changed the face of the city, as evidenced by the gigantic Palace of Parliament, but the "Little Paris of the Balkans" has retained the joie de vivre of a diverse city with a 19th-century feel. Return on board at Ruse. 
Optional services: Guided tour of Bucharest, more+
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Ruse
Optional authentic excursion day / experience: Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi. Lunch in a restaurant.... more+ In an exceptional setting, Veliko Tarnovo displays its white, flower-filled houses in a labyrinthine tangle. Former capital of the Bulgarian tsars, its fortress overlooks the town and remains the jewel of the region. Then on to Arbanassi, a village of character much loved by Bulgarians. This former summer residence of the Tsars is renowned for its many frescoed churches. Return on board to Roussé.
Bulgarian folk evening on board. 
Included activities: Folklore evening in Ruse, more+
Optional services: Guided tour of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi more+
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Ruse
Optional authentic excursion/experience: a visit to Roussé, undoubtedly surprising. The town... more+ boasts precious buildings and a magnificent architectural heritage. Proud of its "Golden Dozen" treasures, it reveals its masterpieces along its wide avenues. The tour ends with a tasting of local products. Afternoon sailing. 
Optional services: Visit to Ruse, more+
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Ruse Passage des portes de Fer
Day of sailing: passage through the Iron Gates gorge, between the Carpathians and the Balkans. The... more+ most spectacular part of this gorge has been nicknamed "Les Chaudières" (the boilers) by sailors because the water, squeezed between the steep mountain walls, used to appear to be bubbling. You will see the "Tabula Traiana," a huge marble plaque commemorating the "imperial road," an elegant viaduct overlooking the mouth of the river, and the "portrait" of Decebalus carved into the stone. 
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Passage des portes de Fer Belgrade Novi Sad
Optional excursions: - Authentic: guided tour of Belgrade. The Serbian capital has forged its... more+ identity at the crossroads of Ottoman, Austrian, and Slavic cultures. Built on a series of hills backing onto the Sava River, Belgrade offers a variety of urban landscapes that are perfect for exploring. You will see streets lined with 19th-century mansions, Art Nouveau buildings, and Kalemegdan Park. - Experience: bike tour of Belgrade. The "white city" boasts plenty of space, vast riverbanks, and green spaces. At the crossroads of Eastern, Slavic, and Austrian influences, the Serbian capital has forged its own identity and attracts many travelers.
Optional authentic afternoon excursion/experience: Novi Sad and Krusedol Monastery. Drive to Krusedol Monastery. Nestled in the heart of the Serbian countryside, in the valleys of Fruska Gora "Holy Mountain" National Park, the monastery is remarkable for its fusion of Byzantine and Baroque styles. It is still very popular today for meditation. Continue to Novi Sad. Considered by Serbs to be one of the most beautiful cities in the country, the city has a very dynamic pedestrianized historic center. The Austro-Hungarian architecture of the main square rivals the beauty of the 19th-century mansions. A green city, Novi Sad boasts pretty flower beds and tree-lined squares. Return on board in Novi Sad. Continue sailing to Osijek. 
Optional services: Guided tour of Belgrade, Belgrade bicycle tour, more+
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Novi Sad Osijek Mohács
Optional excursions: - Authentic: guided tour of Osijek. The capital of Slavonia, a Croatian... more+ province, is famous for its beauty and iconic sites. In addition to the red brick Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, which dominates the city, Osijek boasts impressive Baroque architecture. On the banks of the Drava River, the citadel demonstrates the strategic importance of the location, not far from the confluence with the Danube. - Experience: Discover Osijek by bike. Located on the Drava, a tributary of the Danube, Osijek is ideal for cycling. In the pedestrianized district, you will see an exceptional set of 18th-century urban fortifications with narrow streets lined with Baroque and Art Nouveau palaces. Your tour will then take you to the parks along the Drava River.
Afternoon sailing to Mohacs. Customs clearance in Mohacs, then sailing to Budapest. Gala evening. Overnight sailing. 
Optional services: Guided tour of Osijek, Discover Osijek by bike, more+
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Mohács Budapest
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9am.
End of our services.
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included

The price includes
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
Drinks included on board (excluding special cards)
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner and evening
Refined French cuisine
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
The folk evening in Ruse
Airport/hotel transfer on Day 1
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Drinks on special menus
Beverages taken with meals during excursions or transfers
Cancellation/luggage insurance
Personal expenses
Routing
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Additional information
Excursions must be added at least two weeks before the cruise departure date. Any changes made after the reservation has been confirmed will incur a €50 change fee per booking
The guides speak French and English
Languages spoken on board: French
Optional excursions are subject to availability and must be booked in advance before departure
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request
Activities and excursions upon request more+

Activities

Guided tour of Sibiu, the Brukenthal Palace and the Evangelical Church
included
Visit of the Icon Museum in Sibiel
included
Visit of Bran Castle
included
isit of Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery
included
Folklore evening in Ruse
included
Guided tour of Constanta and local wine tasting
Optional excursion to Constanta. Departure by coach towards the Black Sea to reach Constanta. Founded by the Greeks in the 7th century BC, it now has a population of over 560,000 inhabitants and is the second biggest port on the Black Sea after Istanbul. We... more+ will leave Ovidius Square to visit the Museum of History and Archaeology, which brings together items found during archaeological excavations. Across from there, a glass museum houses the vast Roman mosaic, a beautiful polychrome mosaic dating from the 3rd century. Then we will discover an architectural melting pot including the Roman mosque (outsides only) and the Orthodox Church (interior) as well as the Genoese Lighthouse. Don't miss the beautiful view over Old Constanta from the pier. We'll walk along the waterfront all the way to the majestic Casino (outsides only), built in the early 20th century in Austrian Art Nouveau style. It reminds us of Constanta in its heyday, when it used to be the favorite holiday destination of the idle rich. Moving on towards Murfatlar, which produces the best wines in Romania. This winery over 4000ha is the largest in Europe. There will be a wine tasting session in a cellar. Return on board in Cernavoda / Fetesti.PLEASE NOTEComfortable walking shoes are recommended.The order of the visits can change.Times are approximate. 
Not included 79 € / people
Guided tour of Bucharest
Departure by coach from Giurgiu with your guides to discover the Romanian capital of Bucharest. According to legend, the city was founded by a shepherd named Bucur (which means joy in Romanian). Bucharest has suffered greatly from its communist past but after... more+ the year 2000, due to the advent of significant economic growth, the city has modernized. You will start the visit with a panoramic tour of the city giving you an overview of the various monuments of the capital. You will take the coach to the Bucharest Eco-museum*, an authentic village in the city where you will discover the habitats of the different regions of Romania and their handcrafts. The visit will end with a photo stop at The Palace of Parliament, a gigantic neo-classical style marble construction designed by Ceausescu and then you will visit the Orthodox Church. You will leave the city by coach to reach the boat. PLEASE NOTE Comfortable shoes are recommended. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate. *The Eco-museum is closed on Mondays and replaced by a visit to the Cernica Monastery.  
Not included 50 € / people
Guided tour of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi
Departure by coach to Veliko Tarnovo, the medieval capital of Bulgaria and also the capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, which was established in the heart of the country. The name Veliko Tarnovo first appeared at the end of the 12th century, when the city... more+ became the capital of the country. The city has remained in Bulgarian history and collective memory as the majestic and flourishing capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire. Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval Tsarevets Fortress, is one of the oldest cities in the country and the administrative center of the region. Lunch in a restaurant offering a breathtaking view of the fortress ruins. In the afternoon, continue to Arbanassi. Located 4 km from the city of Veliko Tarnovo, it is one of the most visited villages in Bulgaria and is now classified as an "Architectural and Historical Reserve." You will visit the Church of the Nativity, which is the oldest in Arbanassi. Initially, the naos, which today is reserved for men, was an independent church with frescoes dating back to 1597. You will continue your visit with the Konstantzaliev family home, which catches the eye and strikes the imagination with its monumental architecture rich in shapes and details. Built in the 17th century, it is a veritable "fortress house." After the visit, return to the boat by coach. NOTES Lunch included. The excursion lasts all day: wear comfortable shoes. The order of visits may be changed. Times are given as a guide only.  
Not included 108 € / people
Visit to Ruse
We'll set off by coach to visit the town of Ruse, one of the largest ports in Bulgaria. It was founded by the Romans under the orders of Emperor Augustus. During the Ottoman Empire, it was the most important town of the empire located on the Danube. In... more+ the company of our guide, we'll discover the fascinating architectural heritage of the town, a rich mixture of Bulgarian and Romanian cultures. We'll get the chance to admire the Dohodno Zdanie (the Old Theatre), built in 1902 by architects Raul Brank, Georg Lang and Frank Scholz; the Monument of Liberty, a masterpiece by Florentine architect and sculptor Arnoldo Zocchi; the Catholic Church with its multi-colored stained-glass windows and so on. We'll end our visit with a tasting of a local pastry and wine. We'll have some free time to go shopping before our coaches take us back to the ship. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.  
Not included 36 € / people
Guided tour of Belgrade
We'll set off by coach to visit Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, which is also one of the oldest cities in Europe with a history stretching back some 7000 years. It is located at the confluence of the Sava and Danube Rivers, close to the Morava Corridor which... more+ links the countries of the Danube to the Aegean Sea. The town has a fortress sitting atop one of the highest hills in Belgrade as well as a commercial center and port. We'll start off our visit with a guided panoramic tour of the city, during which you will have the opportunity to admire Belgrade's National Theatre and National Museum, the Royal Palace which currently houses the City Assembly of Belgrade, the Ancient Royal Palace and more. We'll stop to visit the Orthodox Temple of St Sava. The construction of this church began in 1939 but is still a work in progress, given that the Second World War followed by Tito's dictatorship put a halt to it. Construction only started again in 2001 and is funded exclusively by charitable donations. We'll head back to the city center by coach for some free time before our guides take us to Kalemegdan Park, the largest and most beautiful park in the city where the Belgrade Fortress is located, overlooking the confluence of the Danube and Sava. Return to the ship by coach. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended. Times are approximate. The order of the visits can change.  
Not included 43 € / people
Belgrade bicycle tour
What better way to explore Belgrade than on a bike? You'll cycle along the history-filled streets with your guide who will explain the city's recent past from World War II to current times. The main topics are history and politics of Yugoslavia, social... more+ issues, economy, lifestyle and architecture.A half hour break with a drink will be provided during the tour.Main stops: Brankov’s bridge, Staro Sajmiste (former concentration camp), SIV / Palace fo Serbia (former seat of government of Yugoslavia), Hotel Yugoslavia, Historic city center of Zemun and view on Kalemegdan FortressPLEASE NOTEThe total length of the tour is 12 kilometers.The speed on the tour is very low, so everybody can enjoy it; given one has a basic experience with riding a bike.Good walking shoes are recommended.The order of the visits can change.Times are approximate.Attention: children are under the responsibility of their parents and must be autonomous by bike.Helmets are provided on all our cycling tours. 
Not included 71 € / people
Visit to Novi Sad and the Krusedol monastery
Departure by coach from Belgrade or Novi Sad. Our excursion begins with a visit to Krusedol Monastery located in the mountainous region of Fruska Gora. More than 16 Orthodox monasteries are spread around the hamlet of Irski Venac, a great opportunity to soak... more+ up Serbian art combining Byzantine and Baroque architecture. You will be delighted by the magnificent paintings from the 18th century that adorn this beautiful 16th century monastery. Our coach will then take us to Novi Sad. Capital of the autonomous region of Vojvodina, Novi Sad is also the second largest town in Serbia, going by the size of its population. The town has a long and troubled history since it was under the rule of Celts, Romans, Franks, Barbarians and Turks until it became part of the Habsburg Empire. It was known as "Petrovaradin” in the past, and the name Novi Sad (meaning ‘new plant') only came into use in 1748. The history of the town was further troubled during the 20th century when after the First World War, the Balkan territories were in turn united and separated under different names, until in 2006 when the town finally became part of an independent Serbia. We'll visit the city center by foot. The old Austro-Hungarian city with its Baroque buildings developed around ancient fortifications. You will be able to see the Episcopal Church as well as the Orthodox Church before continuing up the main street to Freedom square with the old Town Hall, dating from 1895. The coach will be waiting for you near Freedom square to finish the visit with a panoramic tour up the main boulevards leading to the boat. PLEASE NOTE Good walking shoes are recommended. Appropriate clothing required for the visit to the monastery (no shorts or T-shirts, covered shoulders for women and closed shoes). The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.  
Not included 41 € / people
Guided tour of Osijek
In the company of our guides, we will begin our tour with a visit of Osijek, a town in the East of the historical Croatian region of Slavonia. The town was founded by the Slavs, who built a river port on the ruins of the Roman town in the 7th century. In... more+ 1526, the Turks took possession of the town and remained there for over 160 years, making Osijek the capital of Ottoman Slavonia. But in 1687, they suffered a heavy defeat in Harkany and left the town without a fight. It was looted by the Austrians, who left nothing of its Ottoman splendor. The Austrians built a citadel over the demolished Turkish town. Our tour will first take us to the upper town for a view of the Church of St Peter and St Paul. Commonly referred to as the Cathedral, this imposing red brick church dominated by its 90m spire was built under the impetus of Bishop Strossmayer, a native of Osijek. We'll then move on to the Old Town with a visit of the 18th century fortress built between 1712 and 1721 by architect Maximilien Gosseau d'Hennef who designed the citadel's civilian and military buildings, giving the whole a remarkable architectural unity. Afterwards, we'll walk up to the main square with its Holy Trinity monument. Return on board. PLEASE NOTE Comfortable shoes are recommended. The order of the visits can change. Times are approximate.  
Not included 42 € / people
Discover Osijek by bike
Discover the fourth largest city in Croatia from the seat of a bike! The old part of the town, Tvrda, was built at the beginning of the 18th century and is a dream to cycle through. It is the best-preserved, largest ensemble of Baroque buildings in Croatia... more+ and consists of a Habsburg star fort built on the right bank of the Drava River. We'll return through several of the city's parks and a main avenue boarded by beautiful Art Nouveau buildings. Our tour will finish up in front of the cathedral before returning to the ship.PLEASE NOTEPLEASE WEAR COMFORTABLE, STURDY SHOES AND APPROPRIATE CLOTHING ACCORDING TO THE WEATHER.The order of the visits can change.Times are approximate.Attention: children are under the responsibility of their parents and must be autonomous by bike.Helmets are provided on all our cycling tours. 
Not included 71 € / people

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