Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Bucharest
Your Danube River adventure begins when you arrive at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport. A Uniworld representative will meet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel, whether that's a group transfer or private transportation depending on what you've selected.
- Day 2
Bucharest
The day is yours to spend however you'd like in Bucharest. Walk around Romania's capital at your own pace and check out whatever catches your interest throughout the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 3
Bucharest to Giurgiu
Take a panoramic tour of Bucharest and visit the People's Palace to see the mix of Communist-era architecture alongside French-influenced 19th-century buildings and older structures. Later, you'll head by motorcoach to Giurgiu where your river ship is waiting for you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bucharest Communist Tour with People's Palace
- Panoramic city tour of Bucharest
Landmarks People's Palace - Day 4
Ruse, Bulgaria
The ship arrives in Ruse, Bulgaria's main Danube port, sometimes called 'Little Vienna' because of its elegant 19th-century mansions and public buildings. You can pick one excursion option to explore the surrounding region.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with Authentic Bulgarian Lunch
- Ruse Walking Tour with Ivanovo and Basarbovo Monasteries
Landmarks Veliko Tarnovo Ivanovo Monasteries Basarbovo Monastery - Day 5
Vidin, Bulgaria
You'll dock in Vidin, a port town on the Danube that once had significant importance in medieval Bulgarian history. Choose to visit the Belogradchik rock formations or try a tasting at a local winery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Belogradchik Red Rock Valley
- Dos Alamos Wine Estate Visit and Tasting
Landmarks Baba Vida Belogradchik Rock Formations 
- Day 6
Iron Gates, Serbia
The river journey takes you through the Iron Gates gorges with historic sights lining both banks. You'll go ashore to see a Paleolithic site and medieval fortress while passing Trajan's Plaque and the 14th-century Golubac Castle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Lepenski Vir Archaeological Park and Golubac Castle
- Let's Go: Kovilovo Viewpoint Hike
Landmarks Iron Gates Trajan's Plaque Golubac Castle Lepenski Vir Archaeological Park - Day 7
Belgrade, Serbia
Belgrade comes into view, one of Europe's oldest cities with 7,000 years of history. The city shows its complicated past and modern energy throughout. Later this evening you'll attend a concert at Kalemegdan Fortress, and during the day you can pick an excursion to explore more of what interests you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nights Out: Kalemegdan Fortress Concert
Optional Activities
- Belgrade City Tour with Visit to the Royal Grounds of Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace
- Let's Go: "I Bike Belgrade" Tour
Landmarks Kalemegdan Fortress Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace 
- Day 8
Vukovar, Croatia
The ship docks in Vukovar, Croatia's largest port where the Danube and Vuka rivers meet. You can choose between excursions that focus on the city of Osijek and its local culture, museums, and dining scene.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Osijek Walking Tour, Home-Hosted Lunch, and Vučedol Museum
- Osijek Panoramic Tour, Family Restaurant Lunch, and Eltz Manor
Landmarks Vučedol Museum Eltz Manor - Day 9
Budapest, Hungary
Budapest, Hungary's capital, comes into view with its unique blend of east and west influences. Buda and Pest sit on opposite sides of the Danube, each with its own personality. Pick an excursion to see the city from a local's perspective or go with a panoramic tour to cover more ground.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Synagogue Visit
- Budapest Communist Tour
- Underground Budapest
Landmarks Danube River 
- Day 10
Budapest
You have the full day to do as you please in Budapest. Consider soaking in the famous thermal baths, checking out a ruin bar for a drink, or visiting one of the many museums scattered throughout the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Thermal baths visit
- Ruin bar experience
- Museum visits
- Day 11
Budapest
Keep exploring Budapest's mix of medieval and modern character. You can either do a panoramic highlights tour that includes the Franz Liszt Academy or go with a walking tour that focuses on local food and treats.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Franz Liszt Academy Visit
- Budapest Walk with Local Treats
Landmarks Franz Liszt Academy - Day 12
Bratislava to Vienna
The ship departs Bratislava later in the morning and heads toward Vienna. Spend the day relaxing onboard, grab a drink on the Sun Deck, and watch the Danube scenery pass by as you travel. As evening arrives, a private concert at the House of Strauss in Vienna wraps up your day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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 13
Vienna, Austria
Vienna, the 'City of Waltzes', shows off its reputation as a cultural hub with art, music, and pastries throughout. You'll experience a highlight tour of the city and then visit the Vienna Art History Museum with a knowledgeable guide.
- 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 14
Melk, Austria
Durnstein offers cobblestone lanes, small shops, and a ruined castle with a storied past. Visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey to see its baroque-style library, or try a wine tasting or saffron experience in the scenic Wachau Valley instead.
- 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 Castle Wachau Valley 
- Day 15
Salzburg or Linz, Austria
Choose between Salzburg, Mozart's birthplace set in alpine surroundings, or Linz, known for its Linzer torte and arts scene. Either way you'll meet with local experts and visit family farms out in the countryside.
- 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 Linz - Day 16
Passau, Germany
Passau sits at the meeting point of three rivers and three nations, creating an interesting cultural mix. Learn about the town's main draw, Europe's largest pipe organ, or head out on a riverside hike if you prefer something more active.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Let's Go: Hike along the Ilz River
- Passau Three Rivers
Landmarks St. Stephen's Cathedral 
- Day 17
Departure from Passau
Leave the ship and transfer to Munich Airport for your flight home. Whether it's a group transfer or private transportation depends on what's included in your cruise package.
- Meals
- Breakfast
