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Danube Delta Discovery

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 Cruise Length
15 Days
 Cruise Starts
Bucharest
 Cruise Finishes
Vienna
15 Day Danube Delta Discovery Itinerary (Scenic)
Countries Explored: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria
Cruise Line
Scenic
Ship
Passengers
163
Crew
59
Launched
2015
Refurbished
2019
Cruise Code
VIBC-2

Overview

Elegant Vienna provides a great point of contrast to the rest of this exceptional itinerary. Visit the Danube Delta, offering some of the regions most beautiful backdrops before cruising through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia and Hungary. Then, pick up the strains of a melody you recognise as you walk the quaint cobblestone streets of Vienna.

Itinerary

Today your group transfer will depart Bucharest airport at 1pm, you will be transferred directly to Brailia where you will be personally welcomed by your friendly, dedicated staff on board your luxury Scenic Space-Ship. Please book flights to arrive prior to midday. At tonight’s welcome reception, raise your glass to the wonderful cruise ahead. Please book your flight to arrive into Bucharest prior to 12:00 PM. (D)

Sail through the passage of Saint George and the Danube Delta to reach the Black Sea coast. Admire spectacular scenery during your small boat cruise to Mile 0, where the Danube River meets the Black Sea. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Discover Silistra Fort during an active walking tour, or journey to the nearby local village where you’ll visit the local school. (B/L/D)

As you cruise the mighty Danube enjoy the scenery as you sail towards Vidin. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Tour Vidin on foot, or opt for a hike to the Belogradchik Fortress. Alternatively, visit a local winery for a tasting, or join an Ancestry of the Kitchen excursion where you will join a local and learn to make traditional Banica, a delicious cheese filled Filo pastry pie. (B/L/D)

Admire the spectacular scenery as you cruise the Iron Gates, with its incredible high cliffs and narrow gorges the Iron Gates also forms the natural border between Romania and Serbia. Freechoice: Enjoy spectacular views over the Danube on a guided tour of Golubac Fortress, or visit Lepenski Vir Archaeological site and museum. (B/L/D)

Frindepth city tour including Tito’s Memorial, or join an orientation tour of the city. Alternatively, take a cycling tour along the river, or see another side of Belgrade as you kayak on the Danube. Alternatively, join a local charitable organisation that is dedicated to educating the Roma community as they raise awareness and help the children from the local population. Enrich: Visit the largest orthodox temple in the Balkans, St. Sava and enjoy a choir performance in the Temple Crypt. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Join a local guide for a city tour, or journey to the nearby town of Sremski Karlovci. Alternatively, visit Fruška Gora National Park, or take an active hike to Petrovaradin Fortress. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Be guided through the town of Osijek on foot, bike or boat. Later, join a local family for a hearty home-cooked meal and the chance to discover what everyday life is really like in Croatia. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Discover Pécs, a city of art and history, or explore the village of Villány and learn about everyday life in Hungary, while sampling some of the fine local wines. Alternatively, tour Zsolnay Porcelain Museum. (B/L/D)

Witness a traditional Puszta horse show. Be greeted by the horsemen of the Puszta region where this type of activity has been practised for centuries. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Join a guided tour through one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, or if you are feeling active, take a walking tour of Buda. Alternatively, discover the Jewish history of Budapest with a local guide. Enrich: Immerse yourself in Budapest’s imperial past by attending an exclusive private classical music concert at the majestic Gödöllõ Royal Palace. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Explore Bratislava with a local guide during a walking tour, or journey behind the Iron Curtain to discover Bratislava’s communist-era history during a guided tour. Alternatively, visit a sustainable honey producer, or if you’re feeling more active join a guided cycling excursion. (B/L/D)

Freechoice: Tour the city of Vienna, or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, take in the sights as we cycle to Danube Island on a guided bicycle tour, or learn about Vienna’s popular wine region whilst sampling some of its acclaimed sparkling wine. (B/L/D)

Depart today after breakfast, taking wonderful memories with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions. (B)

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