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Highlights of the Danube

8 Days Munich to Budapest
Highlights of the Danube
Highlights of the Danube
Highlights of the Danube

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Travelmarvel
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Tour with Travelmarvel from Munich to Budapest. Explore traditional villages along the enchanting Danube and experience traditional Bavarian festivities.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

8 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Munich

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Budapest

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Countries Visited
Rivers Sailed:
Cruise Ship
Cruise Ship
Capella
Passengers
Passengers

182

Crew
Crew

44

Ship Launch
Launched

2020

Cruise Code
Cruise Code

EUTCH08

Itinerary

Arrive in Munich, where you will be met and transferred to your river ship, docked on the enchanting Danube River. Meet your Cruise Director and fellow passengers at a Welcome Reception.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (Seven Nights)
Included Meals: Dinner

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt. You'll then enjoy an Insider Experience.

Insider Experience - Aldersbach Brewery Travel by coach to nearby Aldersbach brewery founded in 1268, where you'll be welcomed by local musicians and taken on a tour of the brewery. Afterwards, enter the festival hall to enjoy locally brewed beer with tastings of some local food, all in the spirit of Oktoberfest, with live music and singing.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure in Linz.

Enhance Your Journey - Český Krumlov Visit Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings.

Enhance Your Journey - Salzburg Sights Take a trip through the stunning scenery of Austria. Visit Mondsee, where you may recognise the famous Wedding Church from ‘The Sound of Music'. Continue to Salzburg and be guided through the town Mozart called home. Enjoy some free time to explore explore at your leisure before returning to your ship.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Join a local guide to see Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, then continue to Dürnstein, where you have a free afternoon to explore. Perhaps join an optional tour to taste some of the region's wine.

Enhance Your Journey - Wine Tasting Visit Dürnstein Abbey, where you'll savour a glass of the local Grüner Veltliner or riesling produced in the region, as well as delicious brandy.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city's most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider's view of sights such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, perhaps visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert.

Enhance Your Journey - Mozart and Strauss Concert Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert in one of Vienna's palaces or concert venues, followed by an evening drive around the Ringtrasse.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, discover Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, on a walking tour through the Old Town where you will see St Martin's Cathedral, Primatial Palace and Main Square. You'll also visit the only surviving example of the original four entrances to the city, Michael's Gate. Tonight, celebrate the end of your river cruise with a Captain's Farewell Dinner.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Awake to views of one of the Danube's most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights, including Heroes' Square and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Enjoy free time this afternoon to explore Budapest at your leisure, or perhaps join our fascinating optional excursion.

Enhance Your Journey - Hospital in the Rock Tour this museum, once a World War II hospital, located in the caves beneath Buda Castle.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Tour Inclusions

  • Visit the Aldersbach Brewery: Travel by coach to nearby Aldersbach brewery founded in 1268, where you'll be welcomed by local musicians and taken on a tour of the brewery. Afterwards, enter the festival hall to enjoy locally brewed beer with tastings of some local food, all in the spirit of Oktoberfest, with live music and singing.
  • Melk Abbey: Visit the magnificent Melk Abbey, one of Austria's most iconic landmarks, perched high above the Danube River. This Benedictine monastery, founded in 1089, is renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture and expansive library. Wander through its grand halls, adorned with intricate frescoes and ornate furnishings, and explore the abbey's beautifully manicured gardens, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. A visit to Melk Abbey is a journey into Austria's spiritual and cultural history, where centuries of tradition and art come together in an awe-inspiring setting.
  • Discover Vienna's stunning architecture on a city tour: Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the  Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city's most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider's view of sights such as St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben and  Hofburg  Palace.
  • Wachau Valley: Enjoy gentle scenic cruise along the Wachau Valley in Austria. Dotted with quaint villages and hilltop castles, UNESCO has recognised Wachau as a world heritage site

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified

Life On Board

Travelmarvel
 (423) Reviews
Total No. of Tours & Cruises 213
Holiday memories are not just shaped by the incredible places you visit, but also by the wonderful people you meet along the way. At Travelmarvel, we know that great service is about going above and beyond, and that’s why our staff are regarded as a holiday highlight in their own right.

Travelmarvel holidays offer the more perfect combination of all the highlights of the destination with outstanding quality and value for money - you won’t go wrong choosing Travelmavel for your next holiday adventure.
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