The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise)

Regular price: $4,070.00
Sale price: $4,070.00

Departure Date

Cabin Type

Sightseeing Package

Quantity

CroisiCruise: WBB_PP

8 Days

Explore the abundant treasures of Austria and Hungary on a unique cruise to discover the secrets of the Danube. Admire the colorful alleys of Bratislava that twist around each other like in a fairy-tale village, and the Puszta, the true soul and heart of Hungary. Visit the Gellert baths, which are full of a wide range of balneotherapy services, but also the Sisi Museum, which puts in comparison myth and truth. There, you will be able to contemplate many personal effects as well as the most famous portraits of the legendary Empress.

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
Headsets are included for excursions
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included
Prepaid Classic Sightseeing package

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

Diversity along the Danube from the Austrian capital to the Hungarian steppe
This cruise exists with biking and hiking-adapted programs
Discover:
- Melk Abbey, a true wonder of Baroque architecture overlooking the Danube and the Wachau Valley
- The Hofburg, the Habsburgs' "Winter Residency"
- Budapest by bus or by bike
- Bratislava and its unique charm
- Hiking in the Little Carpathians
- Local music:
  - Folk evening in Budapest
  - Viennese music concert
  - The high art of Viennese living: music, cafes and backstage visit at the Konzerthaus concert hall

Itinerary

Day 1: Vienna

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Our ship will depart at 8:00 p.m. towards Melk and sail through the night.

Day 2: Melk - Durnstein

Join us on an excursion for both packages: Visit the Melk Abbey. We'll then cruise up the beautiful Wachau Valley all the way to Dürnstein, passing gothic ruins and picturesque villages along the way. Once we arrive, we'll take a tour of this charming medieval town with our hostess. We'll return on board at the end of the afternoon and continue cruising towards Bratislava.

Day 3: Bratislava - Kalocsa

Join us for the excursions proposed:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of the capital of Slovakia. The baroque palaces and the beautiful shaded squares make the charm of Bratislava, which Marie-Theresa of Austria used to hold dear.
DISCOVER: Hiking in Bratislava: the Little Carpathians. From Devin Castle, we'll take in the splendid view of Bratislava.
The afternoon will be spent cruising.

Day 4: Kalocsa - Budapest

Join us on an excursion for both packages: the Puszta, its wonderful landscapes and unusual fauna (including a traditional horse show.) The afternoon will be spent cruising towards Budapest, reaching it in the night

Day 5: Budapest

Join us for the excursions proposed for both packages: Guided tour of Budapest, the metropolis that was once two distinct cities united only in 1873: Buda, on one bank with its rolling hills and valleys; and Pest, on the other, with its flatter landscape offering a panoramic view over the banks of the Danube. Join us for the optional excursions: Discover the Gellert Baths and Spa (not included in the packages) or Budapest Market Halls (not included in the packages). In the evening, join us on an excursion for both packages: Evening of traditional entertainment in Budapest.

Day 6: Budapest - Esztergom - Vienna

Once we arrive, enjoy some free time in Esztergom, one of the oldest cities in Hungary. The afternoon will be spent cruising to Vienna. Tonight is our gala evening. Our ship will sail through the night.

Day 7: Vienna

Join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided visit of Vienna and Schönbrunn Castle. DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living: Music and Viennese cafes. We'll stroll through the city and visit back stage in the Konzerthaus(2) concert hall. After our tour, enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry. In the afternoon, join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Hofburg Palace. In the evening, join us on an optional excursion proposed for both packages: Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability).

Day 8: Vienna

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

INCLUSIONS:

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
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinner
Onboard entertainment
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees
Prepaid classic sightseeing package

EXCLUSIONS:

Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
Cancellation and baggage insurance
Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)
Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
Personal expenses
The concert of Viennese music

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