Cruise the Danube to Vienna & Budapest
Cruise the Danube to Vienna & Budapest
Cruise the Danube to Vienna & Budapest
14 Days Starting and ending in Belgium
Visiting: Belgium, Germany, Dürnstein, Frankfurt, Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, Melk, Tyrol, Eastern Europe
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Tour code:
c-tbc3
Age range:
0-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Set sail from the ‘three rivers’ city of Passau and embark on the journey of a lifetime through the heart of Europe. Meandering along the majestic Danube, our expertly planned itinerary is brimming with fantastic ports of call, allowing you to explore the best of the destinations that line the riverbanks. From the magnificent architecture of stunning Vienna to the iconic attractions of culture-clad Budapest, a spectacular river cruising experience is guaranteed.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Travel To Belgium
Location: Belgium
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Hotel
Local departure by coach or Door-to-Door service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 2 : Continue To Germany
Location: Germany
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
We continue to Germany for an overnight stay.
Day 3 : Frankfurt To Passau To Dürnstein
Location: Dürnstein, Frankfurt, Passau
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, we will transfer you to Passau – known as the ‘three rivers city’ due to its unique location where the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers meet. Here, we board our ship and then enjoy a relaxing evening onboard as we set sail towards Dürnstein.
Day 4 : Dürnstein To Vienna
Location: Dürnstein, Vienna
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in Dürnstein this morning. Dürnstein nestles among Austria’s most famous vineyards and is crowned by the ruins of the castle that once imprisoned Richard the Lionheart. Enjoy time at leisure to explore this beautiful town, with its cobbled streets, pretty courtyards and 16th-century houses.
We return to the ship for lunch and then you can relax on board for the remainder of the day as we cruise to Vienna, arriving early evening.
Day 5 : Vienna To Budapest
Location: Budapest, Vienna
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a full day experiencing the delights of Vienna. Grand palaces, Baroque castles, magnificent squares and striking monuments are just some of the key features of this beautiful city, which is a world heritage site. In the morning you can join our optional city tour, before lunch on board our ship.
This afternoon, why not take advantage of our optional excursion to Schonbrunn Palace? Taking you on a journey through time, soak up the rich history and opulent interiors as we explore some of the 1,441 rooms.
In the early evening, we cast off and cruise towards Budapest.
Day 6 : Budapest
Location: Budapest
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We arrive in Budapest this morning and enjoy lunch on board the ship.
Why not make the most of your visit by joining our optional guided tour? Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with an extensive area recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We explore both sides of Hungary’s capital, which is divided by the meandering Danube, traditional Buda and the more cosmopolitan Pest. Most of the famous sites are concentrated around Castle Hill on the Buda side, in downtown Pest and along the riverside walkways. Look out for the Royal Palace, Fishermen’s Bastion, Parliament Building, St Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes’ Square, and the Chain Bridge.
We return to the ship and enjoy a relaxing dinner. This evening, you will have the chance to join our optional excursion to experience Budapest by night with a traditional folklore show.
Day 7 : Budapest To Bratislava
Location: Bratislava, Budapest
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a morning at leisure in Budapest.
Alternatively, you can join our optional excursion through the sweeping plains of Hungary to Lajosmizse. Here, we visit a traditional stud farm and enjoy a tour of the grounds in a horse-drawn carriage, before watching a spectacular live Puszta horse show.
We enjoy lunch back on board the ship and cruise towards Bratislava this afternoon.
Day 8 : Bratislava To Melk
Location: Bratislava, Melk
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We reach Bratislava this morning.
Our optional walking tour with a local guide is the perfect way to take in the best of this historic capital. Dominated by its castle and unique suspension bridge, we’ll explore the sights before sampling ‘Makovka’ – a sweet white chocolate with a poppy seed filling.
Lunch is served on board our ship and the afternoon is free to explore Bratislava at your leisure, before we enjoy dinner on board and cruise towards Melk.
Day 9 : Melk To Passau
Location: Passau, Melk
Accommodation: MS Serenade 1 (Overnight Cruise)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning we arrive in the small town of Melk, which lies in the beautiful Wachau Valley. Here, you can join our optional excursion visiting the Benedictine Abbey. This is one of the most famous monastic houses in Austria and has been occupied by monks for over 900 years.
Relax aboard our ship for the remainder of the day as we cruise to Passau.
Day 10 : Passau To Germany
Location: Passau, Tyrol
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we arrive in Passau, where we will disembark our cruise ship. We will continue by coach into the Austrian Tyrol for a three-night stay.
Day 11 : Krimml Falls & Kitzbühel
Location: Tyrol
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join our optional excursion to the spectacular Krimml Falls. We continue to the internationally-renowned resort of Kitzbühel.
Day 12 : Innsbruck
Location: Tyrol
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Join us as we discover stunning Innsbruck on our optional excursion. The capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck is the fifth largest city in Austria.
Alternatively, if you choose the optional excursion to Innsbruck combined with a trip on board the Nordkettenbahnen, you will be transported from the bustle of the city centre high into the mountain terrain. We travel up to the Hungerburg mountain station, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. We then take the cable car further up the mountain to the Seegrube restaurant.
Day 13 : Travel Back To Belgium
Location: Belgium
Accommodation: Hotel, Overnight Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Day 14 : Return Home
Location: Belgium
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return home.
What's Included
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Accommodation
As detailed in the itinerary
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Additional Services
Travel from a wide range of convenient joining points across the UK is included within your coach holiday price; some carry a supplement. Please contact us for our full list of joining points.
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Airport Transfers at Destination
This trip includes coach travel from/to a local UK joining point
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Fully Guided
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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International Travel
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Transport
Comfortable, air-conditioned motorcoach
What's Not Included
Accommodation
You will stay for seven nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1.
You will stay for six nights in various overnight hotels.
Check out our Q&As
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Fully escorted by our experienced drivers/crews. And in most towns and cities we either include or offer optional sightseeing tours with expert local guides to help you get the most from your visits.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Some tours carry a supplement for solo travellers, please ask for details if the Single price is not shown
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What type of coach will be used?
You will travel on either our Luxuria Coach or our Silver Service Coach
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How long has the tour company been trading?
40 years
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Sole use of your own room on all Single Traveller holidays: means you still get your privacy and time out from the group.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Battlefield Tours - Will it be possible to visit a particular cemetery whilst on the tour?
Please contact us and we will check to see whether you can visit a particular cemetery on any of our Battlefield Tours, if we are not able to fit it into our itinerary then you could take some time out of the tour and do this independently by taxi or public transport.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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Low Deposit
Leger Holidays requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of leger holidays charges.
Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.