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Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio

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Start and end in Passau
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Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio - Crucemundo
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Other languages on offer: German, Spanish
Group Size 1 - 154
Age range 1 to 95
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Highlights

  • Visit 4 different countries during this amazing cruise: Germany, Austria, Hungary and Slovakia with stops in 6 memorable towns.
  • Amble through Vienna, celebrated as a bastion of classical music and one of Europe's storied imperial cities.
  • Delight in the awe-inspiring scenery of the Wachau region, adorned with its myriad castles, including one where Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned.
  • Absorb the breathtaking panoramic vistas of Bratislava from the town hall's towering vantage point.
  • Venture across Budapest's seven bridges, connecting the traditional cosmopolitan enclave of Buda with the lively Pest.

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Passau
  2. Day 2 Durnstein
  3. Day 3 Vienna
  4. Day 4 Budapest
  5. Day 5 Budapest
  6. Day 6 Bratislava
  7. Day 7 Melk
  8. Day 8 Passau
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1 to 105 years old

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.7
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Food
    Excellent
    4.8
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  • Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio reviewer 1
    · April 16th, 2025
    An excellent moving hotel. The staff was fantastic. The crowd is older but that’s the nature of a river cruise. The beds are very firm. The toilet paper is very rough so bring your own if that’s important to you. The food was delicious. Time in Budapest is limited so if you are not doing the prepared excursions we took a Segway tour which was fantastic and let us see most of the inner city in a short amount of time.
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Jonathan, Thank you so much for your thoughtful and detailed review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your experience aboard our "moving hotel" and that our fantastic staff helped make your journey memorable. We appreciate your honest... Show more
    Trip date: April 2025
  • ZB
    · April 13th, 2025
    Thanks to Albert. Thanks to all.It was lovely. the kabin was clean all the time
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Zohar, Thank you, Hope to see you soon again. Cruce team
    Trip date: March 2025
  • KK
    · November 13th, 2024
    Our stateroom, the food, the ship, the Ukranian crew were all great! We were the only English speaking passengers and knew that the excursions would only be in German and that we would need to make our own way, which we did. However, before the cruise, Tour Radar administrators promised that announcements and events on the ship would be in English as well as German. They were not. We had to ask staff what an announcement said. We were left out of video presentations on the ship. Very disappointing.
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Karen, Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the stateroom, food, ship, and crew. We apologize for the issues with the announcements and video presentations. While we did promise bilingual communication, we regret that this... Show more
    Trip date: October 2024
  • AN
    · November 4th, 2024
    We had a lovely vacation on Crucestar. Our CD, Julia, was lovely and very helpful as were the crew. We only went to the lounge on a couple of evenings and the entertainment was really good. We were allocated a dining table with other English speakers which was great as the majority of passengers were German and my language skills are poor. I have a very simple palate and the restaurant could not have accommodated me better, I even put on weight with the 4 course breakfast, lunch & dinners! Our cabin was sufficient with everything needed for a week long vacation. Only comments I would make is that they need bigger towels and I found the bed a little hard. The itinerary was really good. The only difficult mooring was Vienna but the included bus & walking tour took care of any potential concerns. The included tours were really good and we could have availed of a concert in Vienna. Overall, a great week which offered all that we needed and an opportunity to visit some beautiful places at great value for money. Oh, I am in my early 50s and I wasn't the youngest but it wouldn't have mattered as the whole experience was lovely. Well done Crucemondo and keep up the good work. We would be happy to book another if the itinerary was right.
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Anne, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an enjoyable vacation aboard Crucestar. It’s great to know that Julia and the crew made a positive impact, and that the dining and entertainment exceeded your... Show more
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • JC
    · October 31st, 2024
    The arrangement provide by Crucemundo was perfect to us. The food is health. The local tour to each city was wonderful. We had a good vacation time and differently recommended.
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Jie Chen, thank you so much for your amazing review! We're delighted you enjoyed your experience with us. As a thank you, we're offering you a special discount for your next cruise. We can't wait to welcome you back! Best regards, Crucemundo
    Trip date: October 2024
  • Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio reviewer 6
    · October 29th, 2024
    Excellent experience. Above and beyond of our expectations!
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Karam, thank you so much for your amazing review! We're delighted you enjoyed your experience with us. As a thank you, we're offering you a special discount for your next cruise. We can't wait to welcome you back! Best regards, Crucemundo
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio reviewer 7
    · August 17th, 2024
    All happened according to expectation
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Serge, thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience with us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, Crucemundo
    Trip date: August 2024
  • Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio reviewer 8
    · August 7th, 2024
    We had a wonderful cruise
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Margie, thank you for you review. We're happy to hear you had a wonderful experience with us! As a returning customer, you'll receive a discount on your next visit. Looking forward to seeing you again. Best, Crucemundo
    Trip date: July 2024
  • Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio reviewer 9
    · April 13th, 2024
    Highlights: The locations chosen for the stops were great and so were the activities; the staff were amazing and kind (the restaurant staff was beyond amazing! Special kudos to Ninna and Igor). The cruise was clean, pretty and the overall experience was great! Lowlights: The boat broke down on the last day and left us to figure out ourselves how to return to Passau, the person responsible for our group left us behind, as there was no tour coordinator and this was above his pay grade. At the end, the leader from the front desk (Marya) kindly called/ arranged us cabs and reimbursed us (quite fast) the cost of the trip. Conclusion: It was a lot of fun, the recommendation is that if several travel agencies are going to be working together, there should be someone responsible for each group, so no one is left behind and keep up the good work on the cruise! :)
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Juliana, Thank you for your comment. It's very important to us. Well noted about all your suggestions. Hope to see you again! Crucemundo
    Trip date: April 2024
  • Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio reviewer 10
    · April 10th, 2024
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    The staff were very friendly and courteous. The cabin was always well cleaned. Everything was just right for us????
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    Crucemundo commented on this review
    Dear Silvia, Thank you very much for your feedback! We would be delighted to see you again on our Rhine, Moselle or Douro cruise ships. We have special discounts for our loyal customers.
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    Trip date: April 2024

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Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio
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    Elizabeth

    Asked on April 22nd, 2025

    Prices vary from $1,742 to $2,722. Are these prices all in Canadian dollars or US dollars? Are gratuities/tips included. If not, how much are the gratuities per day/per person?

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    • Crucemundo OperatorWritten April 2025

      We set the prices in EUR. The TourRadar platform automatically converts to your currency based on your IP address.

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    Arlette

    Asked on February 26th, 2025

    What are the arrangements for getting to the ship in Passau?

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    • Crucemundo OperatorWritten February 2025

      Location details sent 7 days before the cruise; specific location in Passau provided.

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    Andrew

    Asked on January 28th, 2025

    Are there spaces still available for the Classical Danube cruise (Passau -Budapest-Passau) of 11th August?

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    • Crucemundo OperatorWritten January 2025

      Unfortunately, the cruise of the 11th of August is completely sold out. We currently have few dates available in April and October, 2025. 07/04/2025 14/04/2025 Passau Passau - 30% discount. 20/10/2025 27/10/2025 Passau Passau - 20% discount.

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    Asked on January 12th, 2025

    We like this tor departing July 7, 2025 but like to leave tour in Bratislava. Is that possible. Two people, US passports

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    • Crucemundo OperatorWritten January 2025

      Of course, you may leave the cruise earlier, but please kindly note that the price will be the same.

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    Asked on January 4th, 2025

    Would like to confirm if a single supplement booking option is available. Additionally, would like to know the cost of airport transfers to and from Munich Airport.

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    • Crucemundo OperatorWritten January 2025

      We apply a single supplement fee of +50% for a standard cabin and +100% for a deluxe cabin. We offer private transfer services from the airport in Munich to the port in Passau. The fare is 470 Euro for 1-3 passengers one way.

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    Asked on December 28th, 2024

    What are the cabin arrangements on the MS Crucestar?

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      Passenger cabins are spread among 4 decks.

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    Asked on December 13th, 2024

    We would be interested in departures in April or May. Can we book flights (from Nice) with you? What are the excursions you offer and their prices?

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    • Crucemundo OperatorWritten December 2024

      We currently have cruise dates in April: 31/03/2025, 07/04/2025, 14/04/2025 in Passau with 30% discount. We offer an optional excursion package for 210 Euro per person including tours of Vienna, Melk abbey, Bratislava, and Budapest.

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      We apply a single supplement fee of +50% for a standard cabin and +100% for a deluxe cabin.

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      Wi-Fi provided in public areas.

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      Excursions are also offered in Spanish.

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    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, Germany, Hungary and Slovakia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Hungary and Slovakia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Hungary and Slovakia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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