Amazing Danube

Welcome to Munich! Arrive at the Munich International Airport and make your own way to the port in Passau. There you will check in for your cruise and settle into your cabin. Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. This evening, enjoy a welcome buffet, cocktail, special dinner, and a musical evening in the lounge.




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Today you will travel to Durnstein, a small town along the Danube River. This region is known for its high-quality wine-growing in Austria. Tonight, you can look forward to a pirate-themed dinner and a musical evening in the lounge.




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There is much to see in Imperial Vienna: its Imperial palaces, Museums Quarter featuring historic and contemporary buildings displaying the works of Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists, the impressive buildings along the Ringstrasse, St. Stephens Cathedral, and the famous Vienna State Opera — among many others. This afternoon perhaps you may venture to Schönbrunn Palace, the splendid summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia and the Habsburg Empire. After a full day of exploration, enjoy a relaxing dinner on board.




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Optional: Vienna Bus & Walking Tour



Vienna is one of the most beautiful cities in Central Europe. Not only is it a place worth exploring for its architectural charm; it also boasts a wide collection of famous figures throughout history including Sisi, Strauss, Mozart, and the memorable images of Gustav Klimt. This vibrant city is bursting with history, distinguished monuments, museums, palaces, scenic parks, charming cafés and noteworthy pastry shops! The tour will begin by bus as you head in the direction of the famous Viennese Ring. You will enjoy major attractions such as the Urania, State Opera House, Parliament, the seat of the Habsburgs Hofburg, City Hall, Burg Theater, and Vienna University. We will then delve deeper into the city by foot, starting with the famous Albertina Museum. From there, enjoy a one-hour leisurely walk along the former city moat known as the “Graben” — there you will discover the Hofburg. From there you will head towards St. Stephens Church. Along the way, you will be able to uncover the secrets behind Viennas rich culture and stunning architecture. After the walking tour, you will have some free time to explore the city on your own.

This morning you will arrive in Budapest. Spend the afternoon exploring this breathtaking capital city along the Danube River. A large portion of this city is a World Heritage Site, including the banks of the Danube, Andrassy Avenue, the Buda Castle quarter, Heroes Square, and the Millennium Underground Railway. With 80 geothermal hot springs, the third-largest Parliament building in the world, and the second-largest Synagogue, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy in this extraordinary metropolis.




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Optional: Budapest Bus & Walking Tour



Discover the magical city of Budapest with a guided bus and walking tour. As the capital of Hungary, Budapest is often referred to as “Paris of the East” and is a highlight for travelers from all over the world. This tour will not only give you a sense of Budapests colorful history, but it will also offer insight into how the citys division by the Danube river has played such a significant role in society over the centuries — with one side known as “Buda” and the other “Pest”. The bus tour will travel through both parts of the city to uncover famous monuments located on the Andrássy Út street, including the Opera; Heros Square; the famous under-cover market; St. Stephens church; the largest synagogue in Europe, in which the famous Franz Liszt played; and finally the Parliament, which resembles the British Parliament building and contains nearly 20 km of corridors! Via the famous chain bridge, before we discover the historic Buda Castle and the Coronation Church of St. Matthew, where the famous Sisi and her husband were crowned as Hungarian Rulers. An unforgettable view of the city will open from the fabulous Fisherman's Bastion, where you may enjoy the city at your fingertips.

Spend the afternoon exploring this capital city which uniquely straddles the Danube River. A large portion of this city is a World Heritage Site, including the banks of the Danube, Andrassy Avenue, the Buda Castle quarter, Heroes Square, and the Millennium Underground Railway. With 80 geothermal hot springs, the third largest Parliament building in the world, and the second-largest Synagogue, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy in this bustling metropolis.




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Discover the Slovak capital of Bratislava, home to the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, its old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop, and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. You may enjoy a leisurely stroll from Michaels Gate through the historic city center, the Primatial Palace, and St. Martins Cathedral. The Academia Istropolitana is the oldest university in the city, dating back to the 15th century. Cruise along the Danube this afternoon and enjoy the Captains Gala Dinner in the evening. Dinner tonight will be followed by a crew show and musical evening in the lounge.




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Optional: Bratislava Walking Tour



Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and is considered the main economic, political, and cultural capital of the country. This city offers a fascinating blend of past and present. On one hand, there are many historical buildings to show the citys rich past routes, while on the other hand, universities and urban youth cultures ultimately create a bustling juxtaposition within the city. The Bratislava city excursion is a guided tour with a chocolate twist! The tour will begin by the pier and explore the wider city center, where you will discover historic and modern landmarks of the city including the St. Martin's Cathedral, the city walls, the Presidential Palace, and spectacular views from the Slavin Monument and the castle area. Once we arrive in the historical center, we may start the tour from St. Michael's Gate and meander our way through the city's main streets, discovering all the major sights, beautiful sculptures, and fountains, whilst embracing the citys history and famous legends.

Today you will visit Melk, a small town along the Danube and a well-known area for wine growing in Austria. Melk Abbey is also known for the 11th-century monastery built high above the town. Here you may discover gold statuaries adorning the domed Abbey Church, and the vast library houses medieval manuscripts. Tonight, you can look forward to a pirate-themed dinner and a musical evening in the lounge.




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Optional: Melk Abbey Tour



Located in the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage “Wachau Valley”, the town of Melk has been a spiritual and cultural center of Austria for more than 1000 years. It is best known for its impressive baroque style and Benedictine monastery known as Melk Abbey, which is also one of Austrias greatest cultural highlights and Europes largest Abbeys. Since the 12th century, a school has been related to the monastery, and valuable manuscripts have been collected here, which have assisted in creating the breathtaking library that you will see within the Abbey chambers. After the tour, you may enjoy free time to discover the Abbey Gardens.