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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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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
8 Days
Trip Starts
Munich
Trip Ends
Budapest
Cruise Ship
Passengers
182
Crew
44
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
EUTCH08
Rivers Sailed
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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
Included Meals: Dinner

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour through the cobbled lanes of the Altstadt, taking in its historic charm and architectural highlights. Then enjoy the Aldersbach Brewery 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.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, choose how you'd like to explore. You may wish to join an optional tour to either Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or Salzburg, or simply enjoy time at leisure in Linz.

Enhance Your Journey - Český Krumlov Visit Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the UNESCO-listed town of Český Krumlov, home to more than 300 historic buildings and a beautifully preserved medieval centre.

Enhance Your Journey - Salzburg Sights Travel through Austria's scenic countryside to Salzburg. Stop at Mondsee, where you'll see the famous Wedding Church from The Sound of Music, before continuing to Salzburg for a guided tour of Mozart's hometown. Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace before returning to the ship.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river 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.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive along 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 may choose to attend 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 Ringstrasse.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
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, the Primatial Palace and the Main Square. You'll also visit Michael's Gate, the only surviving entrance of the city's original fortifications. Tonight, celebrate the end of your river cruise with a Captain's Farewell Dinner.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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

Enhance Your Journey - Hospital in the Rock Visit this museum, once a World War II hospital and later a Cold War bunker, located in caves beneath Buda Castle.

Accommodation: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
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.
  • Vienna City Tour: Embrace the elegance of Vienna with a drive along the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city's most celebrated buildings. Continue on foot for a guided walking tour through the historic centre, where you'll discover landmarks 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

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