Itinerary
- Day 1
Munich to Passau
You'll arrive in Munich by 2 pm and get on board your suite ship by 5 pm. After settling into your cabin, take some time to explore the vessel and get comfortable. Dinner happens on board this evening as you begin sailing toward Passau.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Ship exploration
- Dinner on board
- Day 2
Passau to Linz
In Passau, you can join a guided city walk or head out on a hiking adventure where three rivers meet. During free time, wander the cobblestone streets, check out galleries, or stop by St. Stephen's Cathedral for a concert rehearsal. Later this afternoon, the ship sails through the dramatic Schlögen Oxbow on the way to Linz. Live entertainment plays on board after dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided City Walk - Passau (Classic activity option)
- Hiking from Oberhaus (Active activity option)
- Free time to explore Passau's cobblestone streets and Artists' Alley
- Cruise through Schlögen Oxbow
- Live entertainment on board
Optional Activities
- St. Stephen's Cathedral concert rehearsal
Landmarks St. Stephen's Cathedral Schlögen Oxbow - Day 3
Linz
Linz offers several options with your Adventure Host. Bike along the Danube's cycle path, take a guided walk through medieval Hauptplatz and see the Trinity Column, or spend the full day in fairytale Český Krumlov. You can also do a biking picnic along the river or hike to Pöstlingberg. An optional trip to Salzburg is available if you want something different.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Danube cycle path bike ride (Active activity option)
- Guided Walk through Linz's historic sites (Classic activity option)
- Full-day guided tour to Český Krumlov (Classic activity option)
Optional Activities
- Full-day guided optional excursion to Salzburg
- Biking picnic along the banks of the Danube
- Hiking through Linz's nature trails to Pöstlingberg
Landmarks Hauptplatz Trinity Column Český Krumlov Pöstlingberg - Day 4
Melk to Krems to Vienna
Begin in Melk choosing between a riverside walk or a guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey with its frescoed ceilings and ornate organ. From there, sail through the scenic Wachau Valley passing vineyards, castles, and small villages before reaching Krems. Take a guided walk through this ancient valley town, then continue to Vienna with live entertainment later this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walk along the Danube River and around Melk (Active activity option)
- Guided Tour of Melk's Benedictine Abbey (Classic activity option)
- Cruise through Wachau Valley
- Guided walk to explore Krems (Classic activity option)
- Live entertainment on board
Landmarks Melk Benedictine Abbey Wachau Valley Krems - Day 5
Vienna
In Vienna, choose a guided bike tour along the Ringstrasse, an insider's tour with local interactions and food preparation, or classic sightseeing including Belvedere Palace to see Klimt's 'Kiss'. Spend free time walking Kärntnerstrasse, trying Sachertorte, or visiting the optional Schönbrunn Palace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Bike Tour along Ringstrasse (Active activity option)
- Insider's Tour of Vienna with local interactions (Discovery activity option)
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Vienna including Belvedere Palace (Classic activity option)
- Free time exploring pedestrian areas
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace
Landmarks Belvedere Palace Ringstrasse Kärntnerstrasse Schönbrunn Palace - Day 6
Vienna
This morning, pick between a guided sightseeing tour of Vienna's historic highlights ending at iconic Café Central with coffee and cake, a walking tour with breakfast at a Viennese café, or a guided tour of the Museum of Fine Arts featuring the Habsburg family's private collection. Tonight you'll attend an included Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Sightseeing Tour of Vienna's historic highlights ending at Café Central (Discovery activity option)
- Guided Walking Tour of Vienna with breakfast at Viennese café (Discovery activity option)
- Guided Tour of Museum of Fine Arts (Classic activity option)
- Included excursion to Royal Waltz Concert
Landmarks Café Central Museum of Fine Arts - Day 7
Bratislava to Esztergom
With your Adventure Host in Bratislava, hike up to Bratislava Castle or take a guided city walk through Old Town, Town Hall, and St. Martin's Cathedral where royal coronations happened. Free time lets you explore the city's history, culture, forests, and parks on your own. Board entertainment is available this evening before sailing to Esztergom.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to Bratislava Castle (Active activity option)
- Guided City Walk through Old Town (Classic activity option)
- Free time to explore Bratislava
- Live entertainment on board
Landmarks Bratislava Castle St. Martin's Cathedral - Day 8
Esztergom to Visegrád to Budapest
Starting in Esztergom, you can do an e-bike tour through the Pilis Mountains or visit the ancient Esztergom Basilica with traditional Pálinka tasting in its cellar. After a brief lunch cruise to Visegrád, choose activities like hiking to Count Dracula's tower, a canoe trip through the scenic Danube Bend, or a guided medieval knights tournament. Check out traditional crafts at Palotaház before evening views of Budapest's Parliament Building.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- E-bike Guided Tour of Pilis Mountains Region (Active activity option)
- Guided Tour of Esztergom Basilica with Pálinka tasting (Classic activity option)
- Brief cruise to Visegrád
- Hiking Tour to Count Dracula's tower in Danube-Ipoly National Park (Active activity option)
- Canoe Excursion through Danube Bend (Active activity option)
- Guided Visit to Medieval Knights Tournament at Visegrád's Lower Castle (Discovery activity option)
- Free time to explore Palotaház
Landmarks Esztergom Basilica Pilis Mountains Dobogókő Danube-Ipoly National Park Count Dracula's Prison Tower Visegrád Lower Castle Palotaház Parliament Building - Day 9
Budapest
This morning, either hike to a viewpoint or take a guided city sightseeing tour including Heroes' Square. The afternoon gives you options for guided excursions or free time to explore Chain Bridge, find local cafés and pubs, or hike through the hills above the Danube.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike to magnificent viewpoint (Active activity option)
- Guided City Sightseeing including Heroes' Square (Classic activity option)
- Free time exploring Budapest
Optional Activities
- Optional guided excursions (selection available)
Landmarks Heroes' Square Chain Bridge - Day 10
Budapest Departure
Your cruise ends this morning. You'll have breakfast on board before disembarking and departing Budapest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
