Capital Cities of the Danube

Transfer from Vienna International Airport to your ship. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

The grand dame of the Danube, Vienna was the heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and remains, to this day, the political and cultural center of Austria. Klimt painted here; Beethoven and Mozart composed here; Freud developed his theories here. It's a treasure trove of splendid architecture, astonishing art collections, and inviting cafés—and today it is yours to explore. A special Captain's Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening. (B/L/FD)

Featured Excursions: Choice of Nights Out: Klimt at the Belvedere OR Vienna Culinary Walking Tour OR Imperial City Highlights with Hofburg Palace Visit OR Mythos Mozart & Imperial City Highlights

Once hidden from the world behind the “Iron Curtain,” Slovakia retains an air of mystery and intrigue, and its small capital city has an unexpectedly colorful history. The heart and soul of Slovakia, Bratislava is full of surprises. The city straddles the mighty Danube and has played a leading role in the politics and culture of the region for many centuries.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Coronation Walking Tour with Cathedral Concert OR Let's Go: Hike to Bratislava Castle

Located on opposite sides of the Danube, Buda and Pest each have a distinctive character and allure. Explore this dynamic and multi-faceted city with your choice of excursions—you can see it from a local's perspective on a walking tour or cover more ground with a panoramic tour.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Andrassy Avenue & Szabó Ervin Library OR Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Castle Hill

Welcome to Croatia! This ancient country, which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, deliciously rustic food.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Osijek Walking Tour, Home-Hosted Lunch, and Vučedol Museum OR Syrmia Flora & Fauna with Farm Lunch

Though not a national capital, Novi Sad is the capital of the autonomous province of Vojvodina, an ethnically diverse region with no less than 6 different official languages. Novi Sad is known for its easygoing atmosphere and thriving urban arts scene.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Traditional Serbia OR Fruška Gora & Novi Sad OR Petrovaradin Tunnels by Night OR Truffle Hunting in Fruška Gora

Belgrade, the modern-day capital of Serbia, is one of Europe's oldest cities, dating back some 7,000 years. Signs of its tumultuous history are visible everywhere, juxtaposed with the city's vibrant modern-day present. In the evening, a special Captain's Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

Featured Excursions: Choice of Belgrade City Tour with Royal Palace & Church of Saint Sava OR Let's Go: "I Bike Belgrade" Tour OR Skardarlija Bohemian Street & Truffle Tasting

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport for your flight.