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Prague & Danube Explorer

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River View
$4,435
Balcony
$5,653
Suite
$7,088
* Port charges, taxes and fees included
 Cruise Length
11 Days
 Cruise Starts
Prague
 Cruise Finishes
Budapest
11 Day Prague & Danube Explorer Itinerary (Emerald Cruises)
Countries Explored: Czech Republic, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
Ship
Departures
Passengers
180
Crew
51
Launched
2017
Cruise Code
EMPB-1

Overview

Prague is a fascinating city full of historical sights, like the Astrological Clock, and Charles Bridge. The iconic Danube river guides you on a gentle journey, enabling you to soak up Europe’s cultural wonders at leisure. Sail the picturesque Wachau Valley to enchanting Dürnstein. Visit the castle where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned, drive around Vienna’s famous Ringstrasse to view the city’s marvellous architecture, and let inspiring Budapest tell tales of its past, while proudly looking forward to the future.

Itinerary

When you arrive in Prague, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your centrally located hotel for a three-night stay.

After a relaxing night in your hotel, embark on a guided walking tour of Prague. Your local guide will introduce you to the lavish façade of Mozart's Theatre and the mechanical spectacle that is the medieval Astronomical Clock. Cross Charles Bridge to see vendors distributing their wares overlooking the Vltava and board a coach to be transferred to the Prague Castle area.

Included Excursion A guided tour of Prague

EmeraldPLUS Coffee & Cake at Lobkowicz Palace (B)

Your tour director will be available to help you plan a day of independent exploration today, perhaps strolling past ornate façades in the Baroque quarter or discovering Prague's Jewish heritage in Josefov.

DiscoverMORE Tastes of Czechia (extra expense) (B)

You'll be collected from your hotel and transferred to Passau this morning, to board your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. (B/D)

Today, you will gain a fascinating insight into the life of local Bavarian farmers during a visit to a farm, where you'll also be able to try their homemade specialties. Alternatively, you can set off on a hike, catching sights such as the Mariahilf and St. Severin. an ancient church dating back to the Ottonian dynasty.

EmeraldACTIVE Hike to Veste Oberhaus

EmeraldPLUS Bavarian brunch

DiscoverMORE Bavaria Live (extra expense) (B/L/D)

Today, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Ceský Krumlov. This quaint town has one of the best-preserved ancient centres in Europe, with more than three hundred protected medieval buildings and an iconic castle complex. Enjoy a guided tour of the area, including the 15th century St. Vitus' Church and a series of delightful Gothic façades, each taking you back to the Middle Ages.

EmeraldPLUS Guided tour of Ceský Krumlov

DiscoverMORE Linzer torte making workshop (extra expense) (B/D)

Relax as we cruise down the Danube River early this morning, passing some of the world's best wine-producing vineyards, before arriving in Melk. On your included tour today, walk the gold-leaf halls of Melk Abbey. Afterwards, enjoy sailing through the idyllic Wachau Valley to Dürnstein. When you arrive, you will have the opportunity to hike to Dürnstein Castle. Alternatively, you can stay in Melk and cycle to Dürnstein, traversing a route that offers a different perspective on the region's viticulture.

EmeraldACTIVE Guided bike tour along the Danube

EmeraldACTIVE Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle

Included Excursion Tour of Melk Abbey

DiscoverMORE Visit to Schallaburg castle (extra expense)

DiscoverMORE Vineyard hike & tasting in Weissenkirchen (extra expense) (B/L/D)

Discover the classical charms of Vienna today, as we take you through the heart of the city, pointing out all of the best cafés and artisan studios as you discover its imperial grandeur. A drive around the Ringstrasse will introduce you to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre. Alternatively, enjoy a bike tour along the serene trails on the Danube Island.

EmeraldACTIVE Bike tour in Vienna

Included Excursion Guided tour of Vienna

DiscoverMORE Art tour of Vienna including Kunsthistorisches Museum (extra expense)

DiscoverMORE Exclusive Viennese evening concert (extra expense) (B/L/D)

Enjoy a short but tranquil sailing between Vienna and Bratislava, marvelling at the everchanging scenery of the Danube. This afternoon, enjoy a guided hike to Bratislava Castle. Its silhouette looks as though it has been pulled from the pages of a fairytale. Alternatively, explore the city's historic architecture on an included guided tour, where everything is in walking distance, including the ornate exterior of the Slovak National Theatre.

EmeraldPLUS Local Slovakian entertainment on board

EmeraldACTIVE Guided hike to Bratislava Castle

Included Excursion Guided tour of Bratislava (B/L/D)

Welcome to Budapest, where an amazing end to a fantastic trip awaits. Explore the city's cobbled medieval quarter today, as you embark on a coach tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city centre. Your guide will teach you about the Hungarian capital's culinary scene and the tour will finish at the neo-Gothic Grand Market, Budapest's largest and most expansive indoor market, where you'll have time to explore on your own.

If you are feeling more active, you can instead choose to hike to Buda Hill. The surrounding area has been rebuilt several times, most recently following the air raids of WWII. Some 18th-century Baroque houses still stand, best explored from the medieval paths and alleyways in the area around Buda Castle. This evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board.

EmeraldPLUS Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board

EmeraldACTIVE Hike to Buda Hill

Included Excursion Culinary tour of Budapest with Grand Market visit

DiscoverMORE Tour to Szentendre (extra expense)

DiscoverMORE Jewish heritage tour (extra expense)

DiscoverMORE Budapest spa experience (extra expense) (B/L/D)

After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark the ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of apricot orchards and ancient Roman cities 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 for further information. (B)

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