Set sail from the ‘three rivers’ city of Passau and embark on the journey of a lifetime through the heart of Europe. Gliding along the majestic Danube, our perfectly planned itinerary is brimming with remarkable ports of call, allowing you to explore the best of the destinations that dot the riverbanks. From the impressive architecture of beautiful Vienna to the historic attractions of culture-clad Budapest, a memorable river cruising experience is guaranteed.
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Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Belgium for an overnight stay.
We continue to Germany for an overnight stay.
Today, we will transfer you to Passau – known as the ‘three rivers city’ due to its unique location where the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers meet. Here, we board our ship and then enjoy a relaxing evening on board as we set sail towards Dürnstein.
We arrive in Dürnstein this morning. Dürnstein nestles among Austria’s most famous vineyards and is crowned by the ruins of the castle that once imprisoned Richard the Lionheart. Enjoy time at leisure to explore this beautiful town, with its cobbled streets, pretty courtyards and 16th-century houses.
We return to the ship for lunch and then you can relax on board for the remainder of the day as we cruise to Vienna, arriving early evening.
Today you can experience the delights of Vienna. Grand palaces, Baroque castles, magnificent squares, and striking monuments are just some of the key features of the Historic Centre, which is a World Heritage Site. We moor just a short distance from the city centre, and you will have free time to venture into the centre at your own pace.
Alternatively, you can join our optional city tour this morning which will show you the highlights of the capital. This afternoon, why not take advantage of our optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace? Taking you on a journey through time, soak up the rich history and opulent interiors as we explore some of the 1,441 rooms.
In the early evening, we cast off and cruise towards Budapest.
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We arrive in Budapest this morning and moor just a short distance from the city centre. Lunch is served on board the ship. Why not then make the most of your visit by joining our optional guided tour? Budapest is one of the most beautiful cities in the world with an extensive area recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We explore both sides of Hungary’s capital, which is divided by the meandering Danube, traditional Buda, and the more cosmopolitan Pest. Most of the famous sites are concentrated around Castle Hill on the Buda side, in downtown Pest and along the riverside walkways. Look out for the Royal Palace, Fishermen’s Bastion, Parliament Building, St Stephen’s Basilica, Heroes’ Square, and the Chain Bridge.
Alternatively, enjoy free time to venture into the centre at your own pace. Return to the ship and enjoy a relaxing dinner on board. This evening, you will have the chance to join our optional excursion to experience Budapest by night with a traditional folklore show.
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Enjoy a morning at leisure in Budapest – you will have free time to venture into the centre at your own pace. Alternatively, you can join our optional excursion through the sweeping plains of Hungary to Lajosmizse. Here, we visit a traditional stud farm and enjoy a tour of the grounds in a horse-drawn carriage, before watching a spectacular live Puszta horse show.
We enjoy lunch on board the ship and cruise towards Bratislava this afternoon.
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We reach Bratislava this morning.
Our optional walking tour with a local guide is the perfect way to take in the best of this historic capital. Dominated by its castle and unique suspension bridge, we’ll explore the sights before sampling ‘Makovka’ – a sweet white chocolate with a poppy seed filling.
Lunch is served on board our ship and the afternoon is free to explore Bratislava at your leisure, before we enjoy dinner on board and cruise towards Melk.
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This morning we arrive in the small town of Melk, which lies in the beautiful Wachau Valley. Here, you can join our optional excursion visiting the Benedictine Abbey. This is one of the most famous monastic houses in Austria and has been occupied by monks for over 900 years.
Relax aboard our ship for the remainder of the day as we cruise to Passau.
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This morning we arrive in Passau, where we will disembark our cruise ship. We will continue by coach into the Austrian Tyrol for a three-night stay.
Join us as we discover stunning Innsbruck on our optional excursion. The capital of the Tyrol, Innsbruck is the fifth largest city in Austria.
Alternatively, if you choose the optional excursion to Innsbruck combined with a trip on board the Nordkettenbahnen, you will be transported from the bustle of the city centre high into the mountain terrain. We travel up to the Hungerburg mountain station, where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. We then take the cable car further up the mountain to the Seegrube restaurant.
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Travel to Belgium for an overnight stay.
Return home.
You will stay for seven nights on a full-board basis aboard the MS Serenade 1.
You will stay for six nights in various overnight hotels.
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Offering the perfect synergy of luxury and intimacy, the MS Serenade 1 is guaranteed to surpass all your river cruising expectations. Boasting modern furnishings, stylish décor and beautiful artwork, this impressive vessel features four cabin types, each with outside views, climate control, and an en-suite bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub. The contemporary restaurant provides delicious cuisine in a sociable setting, whilst the spacious sun deck is the perfect spot to soak up the passing scenery. With a warm, friendly and attentive crew who are always on hand, a fantastic experience is promised aboard the MS Serenade 1.Need further information? Fill in our enquiry form and we'll get back to you as soon as we can
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