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Sumptuous boat trip through historic Danube towns: from Passau to Budapest

Looking for a vacation with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits, all while letting yourself be carried away?

By Martina DANNA your cruise expert
Singular vacations
Who is cabin cruising for?
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Main characteristics
Model of the boat: River boat
Type:
Number of cabins: 55
Maximum capacity: 106 travelers
Crew members: 26

Cabin

CatA - Double - Deck Superior
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Cat A - Single - Upper Deck
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Premium location cabins.
Cat B - Double - Upper Deck
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
Cat B - Single - Upper Deck
Cabins with French balconies and panoramic sliding windows. Cabins with an "intermediate" location.
NB: The photos, information and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The indicated itinerary and program may be modified without prior notice for technical reasons (decision of the captain).

Sailing itineraries

Passau Melk
Boarding at 4pm. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Sailing departure. Dinner and... see+ evening. 
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Melk Dürnstein Vienne
Optional excursion: visit to Melk Abbey. A masterpiece of Gothic architecture, the abbey dominates... see+ the splendid Wachau valley. The ochre color of the grandiose façade is reminiscent of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy. Inside, the abbey boasts magnificent Baroque frescoes and a library containing almost 100,000 volumes, including some of the most precious manuscripts of the Middle Ages. Return on board and sail through the magnificent Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, arriving early afternoon. Free time in this small medieval town, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its architectural heritage. The village is packed with sights, including the elegant baroque bell tower of the Dürnstein church, the medieval and Renaissance facades of the town hall and the colorful houses in the main alley.
Continuation to Vienna. In the evening, optional excursion: visit Vienna "by night". A veritable open-air museum, you'll discover the capital in all its glory. The illuminated facades reveal all their splendor. The Musikverein takes on a whole new dimension under these illuminations, while the opera house reveals its interior decorations through light effects. On Schwarzenbergplatz, you'll see the gilded bronze statue of Johann Strauss, and many other monuments, such as the Hofburg Palace and the Augustinian Church. Enjoy another face of Vienna.
 
Activities: Optional services: Visit Melk Abbey, Discover Vienna by night, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Vienne
Optional excursion: Schoenbrunn Palace and panoramic tour of Vienna. A prestigious court center in... see+ the 18th century, Schoenbrunn Palace's ochre facade is closely linked to the dual Austro-Hungarian monarchy. The splendid edifice is home to eminently refined imperial furnishings, and the spirit of the Habsburgs watches over the dazzling residence. Then take a panoramic tour of the famous boulevard known as "the Ring". You'll see the exceptional monuments built between 1830 and 1890 that give it its unique atmosphere.
Afternoon at leisure OR optional extra excursion: carriage ride in Vienna. A fun and original way to visit Vienna. Let the rhythm of the horses guide you through the city, plunging you into the heart of its history.
The coachman will lead you through the narrow streets of the Austrian capital to admire the magnificent Baroque buildings that adorn certain districts.
Gala evening. Night sail to Esztergom.
 
Activities: Optional services: Visit to Schoenbrunn Palace, Horse-drawn carriage ride in Vienne, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Vienne Esztergom Budapest
Free time to explore Esztergom, the ancient Hungarian capital with its charm intact. Set on a hill,... see+ the city stretches peacefully along the banks of the Danube. The town has many unsuspected treasures, including the elegant basilica, whose 177-meter-high silhouette dominates the river, and the historic center of colorful houses.

Afternoon sailing to Budapest. In the evening, optional excursion: visit Budapest "by night". The lights brighten up the facades of the monuments, providing a spectacular backdrop. You'll see the Parliament, where the buttresses, towers and dome are highlighted by clever lighting; the Chain Bridge, with Buda Castle illuminated in the background; and the Fishermen's Bastion, with its seven towers paying tribute to the seven tribes that founded Hungary. From here, you have a superb view of illuminated Pest.
 
Activities: Optional services: Budapest by night, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Budapest
Optional excursion: Guided tour of Budapest. Century after century of man-made architecture has... see+ given rise to Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau buildings. Panoramic tour between the hills of Buda and the plains of Pest... Then along the river to admire the Parliament building overlooking the Danube. Return to the boat.
Afternoon at leisure or optional excursions:
- visit to the Gellert baths. With its Art Nouveau decor, artistic mosaics and sculptures, the Gellert baths are surprisingly beautiful. It's also an opportunity to take a break and enjoy a moment of relaxation. So don't forget your swimsuits, this is a unique opportunity.
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- visit to Budapest's market halls Depart on foot for Budapest's market halls. With its gleaming Zsolnay tile roof, Budapest's Grand Central Market is the largest market hall built in the 19th century. You'll discover an incredible array of products, including the famous paprika garlands. A tasting of sweet local specialties will round off your visit. Return to the ship on foot.
In the evening, optional excursion: folklore evening in Budapest, during which you'll discover typical Gypsy dances and costumes.
 
Activities: Optional services: Folklore evening in Budapest, Guided tour of Budapest, see+
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Budapest
Buffet breakfast on board. Disembarkation at 9am. End of our services.
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
The price includes
Assistance / repatriation insurance
Port taxes
The gala evening
Welcome cocktail
Onboard entertainment
Assistance from the onboard entertainment team
Mineral water available
unlimited tea and coffee on board
Bed linen, towels, shower gel and shampoo
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
Routing
Personal expenses
Activities not included in the program
Meals not included in the program
Tips for guides and/or crew
Optional services
Flights not included in the program are available on request
Activities and excursions on request see+

Activities

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