River Cruising
Where nature meets culture and both ignite your spirit of discovery. Join us for 8 unforgettable days aboard a luxury River Cruise, from the glittering Capital of Hungary, Budapest, to the historic confluence City of Passau. Along the way through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany, explore Vienna, Bratislava and Linz, Cities steeped in centuries of history. Between Cityscapes, the Danube reveals its scenic beauty, the winding Schlögener Bend near Passau, the UNESCO Listed Wachau Vineyards and the legendary Danube Bend at Visegrád.
The start of a remarkable journey in one of the World’s most enchanting Cities, perfect ingredients for unforgettable memories. After boarding, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail followed by a delicious dinner. The evening sparkles with a cruise along illuminated Budapest, accompanied by a lively onboard Folklore Show. Optional Excursion: • AMADEUS Experience: Evening Cruise with Folklore Show onboard Meals: Welcome Dinner
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Depart: Budapest 13:30pm Arrive: Esztergom 18:30pm | Depart: 20:00pm Budapest, the 'Queen of the Danube', captivates with its grand architecture and vibrant energy. A morning City Tour reveals both. In the afternoon, explore the Danube Bend, visit the charming Artist Village of Szentendre, the Hilltop Fortress of Visegrád and Hungary’s largest Church, Esztergom Basilica. By early evening, your ship meets you in the Bishop’s Town, ready to sail toward Bratislava. Optional Excursions: • Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders • Esztergom, Visegrád Castle and Szentendre Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: 08:00am | Depart: 23:00pm Wake up to Bratislava, the Coronation City of Slovakia. Discover St. Martin’s Cathedral, the Grassalkovich Palace and Bratislava Castle with its sweeping views over the City and Danube. A stroll through the Old Town leads to the Primatial Palace, the Academia Istropolitana and the Main Square with time to enjoy a traditional Pressburger Kipferl. In the afternoon, the Rača Wine region invites you to a Family run Vineyard for tastings amid the Vines. Back onboard, a Waltz lesson lets you experience Vienna’s Dance tradition and glide elegantly across the deck. Optional Excursions: • Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube • AMADEUS Taste: Between Vines and History - Discovering the Rača Wine Region • AMADEUS Experience: Waltz Lesson onboard Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: 07:00am 'Griaß di!' Vienna welcomes you. The Ringstrasse City Tour reveals the Opera, Parliament, Burgtheater and City Hall. Walk through Hofburg, Kohlmarkt and Graben to St. Stephen’s Cathedral with free time for shopping. In the afternoon, choose between a City Shuttle Tour to Schönbrunn, the Opera or Schwedenplatz, or an E-Bike ride to Klosterneuburg Abbey along the idyllic Danube. The day ends with the 'Sound of Vienna' Concert, Waltzes, Arias and Operettas, a feast for the senses. Optional Excursions: • Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour • City Shuttle - Schwedenplatz, Opera and Schönbrunn Palace • OR AMADEUS Active: E-Bike Tour to Klosterneuburg Abbey • 'Sound of Vienna' Classical Concert Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart: Vienna 00:30am Arrive: Dürnstein 08:00am | Depart: 12:00pm Arrive: Emmersdorf 15:30pm | Depart: 19:00pm A morning to marvel at Dürnstein Abbey, set in a timeless Town. Our Panoramic Cruise through the UNESCO Listed Wachau Valley offers Vineyard covered Hills, Castle ruins and the magnificent Melk Abbey with its 100,000 volume Library. After docking in Emmersdorf, explore this Baroque jewel on a Guided Tour. Optional Excursions: • Dürnstein with Abbey and Tasting • Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: Linz 07:00am | Depart: 23:00am Early morning arrival in Linz. Stroll through the Old Town, admire Grand Townhouses, Renaissance Villas and the Cathedral with the Bruckner Organ. A view from the Pilgrimage Basilica on Pöstlingberg completes the Cityscape. Treat yourself to a slice of Linzer Torte with coffee. Alternatively, take a day trip to Salzburg, Mozart’s Birthplace and explore the Baroque Old Town including the Mozart House and Getreidegasse. After lunch, enjoy the scenic Mondsee before returning to Linz and your Ship. Optional Excursions: • Linz Walking Tour with Linzer Torte Tasting • OR Full Day Salzburg with Lunch Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: 08:00am After breakfast, embark on a culinary journey through Passau. Savour regional specialties from creamy Obatzda to delicate pralines and select local drinks while wandering the charming Old Town. In the afternoon, hike to the imposing Veste Oberhaus, one of Europe’s largest preserved Fortresses and enjoy panoramic views over the City and Rivers. Afterwards, return to the Ship for a lively Bavarian Evening with music, local treats and festive décor. Optional Excursions: • AMADEUS Taste: Culinary Tour Passau • AMADEUS Active: Hike to Veste Oberhaus • AMADEUS Experience: Bavarian Evening onboard Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we bid you farewell. We hope to welcome you again soon! Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (lc)
