Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest and head directly to your river ship waiting on the Danube. After settling into your cabin, you can get oriented with the ship and meet the crew before your cruise adventure begins.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
- Day 2
Budapest
A local guide takes you through Budapest's historic sights this morning, then you return to the ship by evening. Later that night, there's a Gala Welcome Dinner while the ship cruises along the Danube, a nice way to meet other travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner on board while cruising)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Budapest historic sights
- Gala Welcome Dinner on board while cruising
- Day 3
Bratislava
The ship docks in Bratislava and you'll take a guided walk through Slovakia's capital with its charming Old Town. You'll see St. Martin's Cathedral, Primatial Palace, Main Square, and Michael's Gate before heading back to the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bratislava Old Town
- Visit St. Martin's Cathedral
- Visit Primatial Palace
- Visit Main Square
- Visit Michael's Gate
Landmarks St. Martin's Cathedral Primatial Palace Main Square Michael's Gate - Day 4
Vienna
You'll drive along Vienna's Ringstrasse to take in the city's iconic buildings, then do a guided walking tour covering St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, and Hofburg Palace. Some free time at Naschmarkt follows, and if you're interested, there's an optional Mozart and Strauss Concert this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Drive along the Ringstrasse
- Guided walking tour of Vienna
- Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral
- Visit the Graben
- Visit Hofburg Palace
Optional Activities
- Browse Naschmarkt
- Mozart and Strauss Concert in one of Vienna's palaces or concert venues with evening drive around the Ringstrasse
Landmarks St. Stephen's Cathedral Graben Hofburg Palace Ringstrasse Naschmarkt - Day 5
Melk
The ship arrives in Dürnstein where you have the morning free to walk around the cobbled streets and historic townhouses, or try local wines if that appeals to you. After lunch, you'll cruise through the Wachau Valley to Melk for a guided tour of the Melk Abbey, which has been an active monastery since 1089.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Melk Abbey
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting tour in Dürnstein - sample local Grüner Veltliner or Riesling and brandy
Landmarks Dürnstein Castle ruins Melk Abbey Wachau Valley - Day 6
Linz
Today offers options depending on your interests. You can join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, take a trip to Salzburg to see the Mondsee and Wedding Church from The Sound of Music, or simply explore Linz on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Optional Activities
- Optional tour to Český Krumlov in Czech Republic - explore a city with over 300 historical buildings
- Optional tour to Salzburg - visit Mondsee and the Wedding Church from The Sound of Music, guided tour of Salzburg, and free time to explore
Landmarks Český Krumlov Mondsee - Day 7
Passau
A guided walk through Passau's Old Town shows you cobblestone lanes and historic sites, then you'll have an Insider Experience at Aldersbach Brewery. The brewery visit includes a tour, locally brewed beer with food tastings, and live music and singing with an Oktoberfest spirit since the brewery was founded in 1268.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Passau Altstadt
- Insider Experience - Aldersbach Brewery tour including locally brewed beer tasting, local food tastings, and Oktoberfest-style live music and singing
Landmarks Aldersbach Brewery - Day 8
Passau to Zagreb
After breakfast, you'll leave the river ship and transfer to Munich airport for your included flight to Zagreb. Once you arrive, you'll head to the MV Princess Eleganza to start your Adriatic cruise. Check into your cabin and join a Welcome Dinner to meet other passengers and the Cruise Director.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome Dinner on board)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Disembark river ship
- Welcome Dinner on board MV Princess Eleganza
- Day 9
Krk - Rab
You'll have free time in Opatija this morning, then sail to the island of Krk for a swim in the Adriatic if weather allows. After lunch on board, you'll arrive at the island of Rab where you can explore the charming Old Town at your own pace, a well-preserved late medieval settlement on a peninsula.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Leisurely lunch on board), Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Swimming in the Adriatic off the island of Krk (weather permitting)
Optional Activities
- Dine at a local restaurant overlooking the port marina in Rab
Landmarks Krk Island Rab Old Town - Day 10
Zadar
The ship anchors near the island of Pag for a swim in the Adriatic (weather permitting), then heads toward Zadar arriving later in the day. A guided afternoon walk takes you through the Old Town with its Roman columns and portals, beautiful churches, baroque palaces, and Renaissance buildings, ending at the Sea Organ and Sun Salutation. You'll be back at the ship for dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Swimming near the island of Pag (weather permitting)
- Guided walking tour of Zadar Old Town
- Visit Sea Organ
- Visit Sun Salutation
Landmarks Pag Island Sea Organ Sun Salutation - Day 11
Šibenik
You'll spend the afternoon at Krka National Park to see the dramatic waterfalls, including the large natural pool at Skradinski Buk with its high waterfalls and cascades. Walking along wooden jetties and bridges lets you get up close to the falls and see the unique plants and animals. The ship stays overnight in port, so you can explore Šibenik's squares and winding streets if you'd like.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Insider Experience - Krka National Park afternoon visit including exploration of dramatic waterfalls, Skradinski Buk, and wooden jetties with views of unique flora and fauna
Optional Activities
- Evening exploration of Šibenik's beautiful squares and narrow winding streets
Landmarks Krka National Park Skradinski Buk - Day 12
Split
After breakfast, take a guided walk through Šibenik's well-preserved white-walled Old Town, then head to Split arriving this afternoon. A guided walk takes you through the Palace of Diocletian, and since the ship moors close to town this evening, you'll have options for dinner at restaurants along the Riva Promenade.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Walk through Šibenik Old Town with guide
- Guided walk through Split exploring the Palace of Diocletian
Optional Activities
- Dinner at one of the restaurants on the Riva Promenade in Split
Landmarks Palace of Diocletian Riva Promenade - Day 13
Korčula
You'll disembark at the remote island of Vis for a scenic drive around this largely untouched area, then return to the ship for lunch. Later, sail to Korcbula and explore the city's maze of cobblestone medieval streets and elegant squares with a local guide. The Old Town rivals Dubrovnik for those who visit. The ship stays near town overnight, giving you time for dinner at local restaurants.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive around the island of Vis
- Guided exploration of Korčula's medieval streets and squares
Optional Activities
- Dinner at one of the local restaurants in Korčula
Landmarks Vis Island Korčula Old Town - Day 14
Dubrovnik
Stop at the island of Badija for a swim in the Adriatic's warm waters before continuing to Dubrovnik. A guided walk through Dubrovnik's medieval Old Town begins at the impressive Pile Gate and leads through narrow limestone alleys and marble paved boulevards. You'll see the Gothic-Renaissance Rector's Palace, the Dominican and Franciscan Monasteries, and the Sponza Palace. Return to the ship for a Farewell Dinner.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Dinner on board)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard the MV Princess Eleganza)
Included Activities
- Swimming at the island of Badija
- Guided walk through Dubrovnik Old Town
- Guided tour of Dubrovnik's World Heritage-listed fortress starting at Pile Gate
- Visit Rector's Palace
- Visit Dominican Monastery
- Visit Franciscan Monastery
- Visit Sponza Palace
- Farewell Dinner on board
Landmarks Badija Island Pile Gate Rector's Palace Dominican Monastery Franciscan Monastery Sponza Palace - Day 15
Dubrovnik
Your cruise concludes after breakfast with a transfer to the airport, bringing your Danube and Adriatic journey to a close.
- Meals
- Breakfast
