The pearls of the Danube (port-to-port cruise)

7 days
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Start and end in Linz
3.0
2 traveler reviews
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  • This was our third cruise with CroisiEurope and it was perfect. I highly recommend using this company.

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    Ann Marie, traveled in August
    5.0
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Platinum Operator
CroisiEurope River Cruises
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 176
All Ages Welcome

Places You’ll See

  • Linz
    Linz
  • Vienna
    Vienna
  • Bratislava
    Bratislava
  • Durnstein
    Durnstein
  • Melk
    Melk
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Highlights

  • Explore Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna
  • Experience Viennese cafes and Konzerthaus
  • Tour Budapest and enjoy operetta music onboard
  • Hike through Little Carpathians from Devin Castle
  • Visit Melk Abbey and cruise the Wachau Valley

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 LINZ
  2. Day 2 VIENNA
  3. Day 3 BUDAPEST
  4. Day 4 BUDAPEST, the Puszta
  5. Day 5 BRATISLAVA
  6. Day 6 DURNSTEIN - MELK
  7. Day 7 LINZ
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Insurance
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Operated by

CroisiEurope River Cruises

4.3
(432 reviews)
This operator has the highest review ratings and fastest responses to enquiries

Number of tours

561

Age Range

1 to 99 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

68%

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Customer Reviews

  • The pearls of the Danube (port-to-port cruise) reviewer 1
    · October 8th, 2024
    Overall very poor customer service. Very non-caring, rigid. Food overall was awful, especially the breakfast. Do not recommend, spend a little more and book a more expensive cruise.
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    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Dear Mr. ERMAKOV, Thank you for sharing your feedback, and we are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations. We strive to provide excellent service and a pleasant onboard experience for all our guests, and it’s... Show more
    Trip date: September 2024
  • AS
    · August 7th, 2023
    Everything we expected from the cruise was delivered. This was our third cruise with CroisiEurope and it was perfect. I highly recommend using this company of excellent professionals offering delicious food, entertainment and a wonderful opportunity to travel in a very leisurely way.
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    CroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this review
    Dear Mrs. Strigari, we would first like to thank you for your trust. Thank you for taking the time to leave this lovely review and for your compliments. We hope we'll have the pleasure of having you on board one of our ships for your 4th cruise. Best... Show more
    Trip date: July 2023

What our customers ask about this tour

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    Darren

    Asked on February 24th, 2023

    Are there any June trips for the Linz port to port trip?

    Price / Availability
    Tour Details
    • CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written February 2023

      Departure Date is 24 Jun, 2023 is still available. Not all cabin categories can be booked, some are already sold out. All Cabins are available on the main deck, but on the Upper Deck we only have the 2 SINGLE BED - HANDICAPPED CABIN CAT B, which comes to 3376.00 €.

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    Annie

    Asked on February 20th, 2023

    Are the shore excursions included in the posed price?

    Tour Details
    • CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written February 2023

      The shore excursions are at an additional cost. The operator offers two packages, Classic and Discovery. You are more than welcome to pick excursions on a A La Carte basis.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria, 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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