Adriatic and Danube Jewels

Arrive in Dubrovnik and transfer to your Travelmarvel Coastal Cruising ship, the Princess Eleganza. Unpack and settle into your cabin, ready for exploration of the Adriatic Coast. Later, enjoy a Captain's Welcome Dinner and meet your fellow travellers and Cruise Director.

Spend the morning exploring Dubrovnik's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town on a guided walk. Begin at the impressive Pile Gate and wander through narrow limestone alleys, passing the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and the Dominican and Franciscan monasteries.

After returning to your ship for lunch, set sail for Korčula. Here, enjoy a guided tour through its maze of cobblestone streets and elegant squares, lined with palaces once home to the island's nobility. While less well known than Dubrovnik, Korčula offers an equally captivating experience. The evening is at leisure - perfect for dining along the scenic waterfront esplanade.

Cruise to the Croatian island of Vis, where you'll disembark to explore its remote, unspoilt beauty on a scenic drive around the island. Then sail to Split, one of the Adriatic's most vibrant port cities. Join your guide for a walking tour of Diocletian's Palace, built by the Roman emperor as his retirement residence around AD 305. Today, the city's historic centre lies within and around the palace walls, making it one of the best-preserved and still-inhabited Roman complexes in the world. Your ship remains docked overnight, giving you the opportunity to explore Split at leisure after dinner on board.

Set sail for Šibenik, stopping for a swim along the way. Often considered the gateway to Krka National Park, Šibenik provides access to one of Croatia's most beautiful natural areas. Your ship remains in port overnight, giving you the flexibility to dine on board or head into town to a local restaurant.

Insider Experience - Krka National Park Spend the afternoon exploring the dramatic waterfalls of Krka National Park. Wander along wooden boardwalks and bridges at Skradinski Buk, a series of turquoise cascades and pools set amid lush greenery.

This morning, take a guided walk through Šibenik's remarkably well-preserved old town. Return to your ship and set sail for Zadar, an ancient port city that once rivalled Venice as a major power on the Adriatic coast. Arrive in the early evening and join a guided tour of the historic centre. Enjoy dinner ashore tonight, with your ship moored near a lively waterfront lined with charming restaurants and bars serving freshly caught seafood.

Wake this morning and enjoy a relaxing sail to the island of Rab. This afternoon, you are free to wander the white-walled harbour foreshore. Later, perhaps enjoy dinner at a local restaurant overlooking the lively marina.

This morning, anchor off the island of Krk, where you may enjoy a refreshing swim in the inviting Adriatic. Continue cruising to Opatija and spend the afternoon at leisure. This evening, join your newfound friends for a special Captain's Farewell Dinner on board your ship.

Your Croatia Coastal Cruise draws to its conclusion after breakfast this morning with a transfer to the airport for your included flight to Munich. You will be met and transferred to your river ship, docked on the Danube River.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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