Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest
You'll arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport where a Uniworld representative meets you if you've booked a group or private transfer. From there, you're taken directly to the ship to settle in and get oriented.
Landmarks Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport - Day 2
Budapest
Today you have options for exploring Budapest. Either take a panoramic highlights tour that includes the Franz Liszt Academy, or go with a walking tour where you can sample local treats throughout the city. Both give you a good feel for this blend of medieval and modern architecture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Franz Liszt Academy Visit
- Budapest Walk with Local Treats
Landmarks Franz Liszt Academy 
- Day 3
Bratislava to Vienna
The ship departs Bratislava this morning heading toward Vienna. Before you leave, you can choose a walking tour of Bratislava or hike up to Bratislava Castle if you want to explore the town. Once onboard, you'll relax and take in Danube River views, then finish the evening with a private concert at the House of Strauss.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Included as part of onboard service)
Included Activities
- Nights Out: House of Strauss Concert
Optional Activities
- Bratislava - Small but Precious Walking Tour
- Let's Go: Hike to Bratislava Castle
Landmarks Bratislava Castle House of Strauss 
- Day 4
Vienna
Vienna's cultural side is the focus today with guided tours covering the city's main highlights. You'll visit the Vienna Art History Museum with an expert guide showing you through the art collection. Later, you can walk around the City of Waltzes and try some of the local pastries the city is known for.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- "Morning with the Masters" at the Vienna Art History Museum
- Vienna - Imperial City Highlights
Landmarks Vienna Art History Museum - Day 5
Dürnstein and Melk
You're heading into the Wachau Valley today with stops in Durnstein and Melk. Walk through the cobblestone lanes, browse local shops, and visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey to see its baroque library. For activities, you can choose wine tastings, a saffron farm visit, biking, or a castle hike depending on what interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Dürnstein Wine Estate Visit with Tasting
- Melk Abbey with Library Visit
- Dürnstein Village and Saffron Talk
- Let's Go: Biking the Wachau
Landmarks Melk Abbey Dürnstein 
- Day 6
Salzburg or Linz
Two different experiences available here. Head to Salzburg to visit Mozart's birthplace in the alpine setting, or choose Linz instead where you'll visit a countryside farm and learn about the famous Linzer torte. A local expert guides either option and covers Austria's cultural heritage.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Full-Day in Salzburg with Sound of Music
- Linz Town and Country: Linzertorte and Cider Farm Visit
Landmarks Salzburg 
- Day 7
Passau
Passau comes next, located where three rivers meet. Walk through the town's main attractions, including Europe's largest pipe organ. If you prefer something more active, take an invigorating hike along the Ilz River with views of the riverside landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Gala Dinner)
Optional Activities
- Let's Go: Hike along the Ilz River
- Passau Three Rivers
Landmarks Passau 
- Day 8
Munich
You'll disembark the ship today. A transfer takes you to Munich Airport for your flight home if you've booked a group or private departure transfer. It's time to head back after your Danube River journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Munich Airport
