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Vienna to Vienna-
7 night Beauty of Austria River Cruise
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The river cruise begins in Vienna, Austria’s imperial capital. Palaces such as Schönbrunn and the Hofburg, the Ringstrasse, and the famous St. Stephen’s Cathedral reflect grandeur, while coffeehouses and music breathe life into the city.

The first stop is Vác in Hungary, a charming town with baroque churches, a lively square, and a relaxed riverside atmosphere.

Next is Budapest, Hungary’s dazzling capital. Highlights include the Parliament, the Fisherman’s Bastion, and the Chain Bridge. Buda offers its castle on the hill, while Pest features boulevards, cafés, and thermal baths.

In Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital, the castle overlooks the old town, full of palaces, narrow alleys, and relaxed flair. The view over the Danube is unforgettable.

The journey continues to Melk, famed for its baroque abbey above the Wachau Valley. Its ornate halls, library, and location among vineyards make it a jewel of the Danube.

In Linz, Austria’s cultural hub, tradition and innovation meet. The baroque main square, the Lentos Art Museum, and the Ars Electronica Center showcase both history and modern creativity.

Finally, the ship returns to Vienna, where the cruise concludes with memories of culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes along the Danube.

 

 

 

DAY 1: VIENNA - EMBARKATION

The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen''s Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense.

 

DAY 2: VIENNA

Straubing is famous for its 10-day Gäubodenvolksfest, the second largest beer festival in Bavaria after the Oktoberfest. It is held in August and attracts over one million visitors. Apart from that, Straubing, seat of an old duchy, is a colourful Renaissance town with a distinctive Gothic belfry..

DAY 3: VAC - BUDAPEST

Vác is located in Pest County, on the left bank of the Danube, and is also known as the center of the Danube Bend. The town is not only popular and important for tourism, but its cultural and historical monuments are invaluable.

The image of the city is greatly influenced by the Danube. There are parks on the downtown beachfront, while in the suburbs on warm days you can find beach people, and in cooler weather, you can meet walkers or sporting people.

There are many unusual sights in Vác; for example, the only Arc de Triomphe in the country, the unique Baroque bridge that can still be walked, a triangular Baroque square, but Vác even has its own mummy.

Evening departure for Budapest.

DAY 4: BUDAPEST

Pearl of the Danube or Paris of the East? One thing is certain, Budapest has a lot to offer! From afar, the Parliament building on the banks of the river greets you and lets the Hungarian capital shine in its old splendor. The imposing Chain Bridge invites you to explore the districts of Buda and Pest, which are adorned with Art Nouveau buildings, wide avenues and thermal baths steeped in history. After a piece of the famous Baumkuchen, the breathtaking view from the Castle Hill with its Castle Palace and the impressive Fishermen's Bastion can be enjoyed even better.

DAY 5: BRATISLAVA

The capital of Slovakia is located on the border with Austria and Hungary. It is home to about 450,000 people. The old town of Bratislava dates back to the 18th century and is a great place to stroll around thanks to its car-free zone. The cafés and bars there serve the city's famous dark beer. Bratislava';s landmark - the Bratislava Castle - is located on a hill. From its terrace you have the best view of the city and the Danube.

 

DAY 6: MELK

elk has acquired a beautiful name: the gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic town on the Danube will discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river very early on. The abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive Baroque ensemble has been cared for by the monks of the Benedictine order since the year 1089. Culture, faith and science are united in the magnificent rooms of the monastery.

 

DAY 7: LINZ

Linz is the capital of the province of Upper Austria. Around around the central main square invite churches, pretty facades and charming stores invite you to a stroll through the old town. Who once here, should definitely stop at one of the cozy Kaffeehäuser and enjoy the world-famous Linzer Tortesince it tastes best in its homeland. A dreamhaftes panorama is offered by the Pörstlingberg, which can be reached on foot or convenient to reach by mountain railroad. From the viewplatform and the baroque pilgrimage church is recommended Detour to the Grottenbahn, an enchanting fairy-tale world that not only brings children's eyes to shine.

 

DAY 8: VIENNA

Disembark after breakfast.

 

VIENNA TO VIENNA

2026 Itinerary

 

 

2027 Itinerary

 

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**Please note that this is a bi-lingual ship with information provided in both English and German, and an international cruise host on board.**

 

ALL-INCLUSIVE Rate includes: cruise, 3 dining venues, beverage package, excursions, and port taxes, as well as GRATUITIES.