Tour 1.200 Miles On The Beautiful Blue Danube (Bucharest - Vienna

Accommodation

Overnight stay in a 4-5 star hotel in a central location in Bucharest, including dinner and breakfast Luxurious accommodation in an outside cabin of your choice with river view: Spacious suites on the Mozart deck with walk-out balcony, cabins on the Mozart and Strauss decks with drop-down panoramic window front (exception: Amadeus Brilliant) Individually adjustable air conditioning Bed configuration of your choice in all cabin types

Transport

Amadeus Nova Transfer from Bucharest airport Accompanied transfer from Bucharest to the ship

Meals

Gourmet full board, consisting of breakfast buffet, multi-course lunch and dinner with choice of menu (incl. country-specific specialties and fresh ingredients from the regions visited), afternoon tea and midnight snack Quality red/white wines from the best wine regions in Europe with dinner Coffee and tea after lunch and dinner on board Tea and coffee station around the clock Welcome cocktail, welcome dinner and captain’s gala dinner

Guide

Personal service from an experienced, German-speaking AMADEUS cruise leader (onboard languages German and English)

Others

Stimulating and varied on-board program with exciting lectures, cooking demonstrations, regional cultural performances and musical entertainment by our on-board musicians Fitness room open around the clock with modern training equipment Free bike rental on board for active tours on your own Wireless AMADEUS audio system for all guided excursions All port taxes, lock, embarkation and disembarkation fees

Not included:

Insurance

Optional

Other activities and services are not included.

Others

You can choose between selection of optional Excursions. Package A Day 5: Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with lunch. Day 7: Dynamic Belgrade & Kalemegdan Fortress. Day 9: Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders. Day 10: Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube. Package B Day 4: Constanța and the Black Sea coast. Day 5: Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with lunch. Day 7: Dynamic Belgrade & Kalemegdan Fortress. Day 9: Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders. Day 10: Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube. Package C Day 4: Constanța and the Black Sea coast. Day 5: Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with lunch. Day 7: Dynamic Belgrade & Kalemegdan Fortress. Day 8: Traditions of the Hungarian Puszta. Day 9: Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders. Day 9: AMADEUS Taste: An Authentic Taste of Budapest. Day 10: Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube.

Flights

Flights are not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Bucharest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Bucharest

Stay Bucharest:

Welcome Dinner
Our friendly crew awaits your arrival at Otopeni Airport in Bucharest. Your journey begins with a transfer to your 4-5 star hotel. Get to know fellow travelers during the first Meet & Greet dinner.
Day 2 Day 2: Bucharest,Fetesti
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Bucharest,Fetesti

Stay Bucharest:
Stay Fetesti:
Departure: 20:30

Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest
Awake in the exciting city of Bucharest, capital of Romania. Start your adventure by exploring the city, nicknamed “Little Paris” for the French-inspired architecture and stately boulevards. Enjoy the endless historic beauty of key landmarks including State University, the Triumphal Arch, Romanian Athenaeum, and the Royal Palace. Stroll through the historic district and see Stavropoleos, one of the oldest Orthodox churches in the city. Indulge in local cuisine over lunch, before our tour takes you to the impressive Parliament Palace for a photo stop. In the afternoon, a transfer takes you to the Danube port of Fetești. Shortly after embarkation, your river dream begins. The evening kicks off with a Welcome Cocktail and a Welcome Dinner. It’s time to celebrate!
Day 3 Day 3: Harsova
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Harsova

Stay Harsova:
Arrival: 00:01
Departure: 23:00

Danube Delta nature experience
Open your eyes, you’re in paradise! From Hârşova, discover the breathtakingly beautiful Danube Delta, one of the largest wetland biotopes in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a rich variety of flora and fauna. The bus takes you from Hârşova to Tulcea to your excursion boats for a delta safari and a voyage of discovery through the beautiful nature reserve. In the evening, a folklore program awaits you on board.
Day 4 Day 4: Fetesti,Chiciu
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Fetesti,Chiciu

Stay Fetesti:
Arrival: 03:00
Departure: 08:00
Stay Chiciu:
Arrival: 14:00
Departure: 16:00

Excursion to the Black Sea Coast of Constanta
After your morning coffee, join us to Constanta, the oldest continually inhabited city in Romania and its largest sea port, tracing its history some 2,500 years. The guided tour through this important cultural and economic center highlights a synthesis of Greek, Roman, Balkan-oriental and European influences and offers views of the Great Mahmudiye Mosque, famous Genoese Lighthouse and Archaeology Museum. Step on the golden beaches of the Black Sea before returning to the ship. This evening, enjoy dinner as the vessel continues to Bulgaria.
Day 5 Day 5: Svishtov,Nikopol
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Svishtov,Nikopol

Stay Svishtov:
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 09:00
Stay Nikopol:
Arrival: 13:00
Departure: 16:00

Veliko Tarnovo, the oldest town of Bulgaria
In the morning, the vessel arrives in the Bulgarian town of Svisthov, the southernmost point on the Danube. If you wish, you can go ashore here for an excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, the oldest town in Bulgaria. High on a peak are the remains of the medieval town of Tsarevets, where 22 tsars made history in the 2nd Bulgarian empire. Afterwards, the village of Arbanassi promises authentic murals at the Church of the Nativity and rose oil, the local specialty. Enjoy a delicious Bulgarian lunch before reaching the ship in Nikopol.
Day 6 Day 6: Iron Gates
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Iron Gates

Stay Iron Gates:

Cruise day with passage of the famous Iron Gates
Look no further than the Sun Deck or your cabin window for spectacular scenery as we spend a leisurely day aboard. Get your camera ready as we pass through the Iron Gates, the river’s narrowest stretch bordered by massive stone cliffs. For more than 110 kilometers, we experience nature at her finest. Europe’s highest rock sculpture mirrors the image of Dacian King Decebalus and he peers down at the passing vessel.
Day 7 Day 7: Belgrade
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Belgrade

Stay Belgrade:
Arrival: 09:30
Departure: 16:30

Visit of Church of Saint Sava in Belgrade
A new day dawns in a new country. Belgrade, the vibrant capital of Serbia, retains a western influence while remaining true to its deep cultural roots and history. During a morning sightseeing tour, visit Kalemegdan Fortress located at the confluence of the Sava and the Danube with breathtaking views and stories of eventful times. Afterwards, discover the true personality of this city and see the National Museum, the Parliament, and the St. Sava Cathedral, the largest Orthodox church in the world.
Day 8 Day 8: Mohacs,Kalocsa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Mohacs,Kalocsa

Stay Mohacs:
Arrival: 11:30
Departure: 14:00
Stay Kalocsa:
Arrival: 19:00
Departure: 20:00

Experience rural Hungary
Relax on board in the morning, before your vessel arrives in Mohacs at lunch. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the Puszta in eastern Hungary introduces you to a rare vast grassland nearly unchanged for more than 2,000 years. The sky meets land at the endless horizon and ancient traditions endure. Taste “red gold” when you visit the paprika capital, Kalocsa, where the local cuisine and delicacies include paprika. Travel with us to a local horse show and marvel at the spectacular Hungarian horsemanship and strength.
Day 9 Day 9: Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Budapest

Stay Budapest:
Arrival: 08:00
Departure: 21:00

Evening cruise Budapest with folklore show on board
On this fine morning, a Queen appears along the river. Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube", enchants with her grace and architectural style. During the tour, explore the State Opera House, Parliament, and Heroes Square. From the towers of Fisherman’s Bastion, capture the beauty of the river landscape to carry home with you. If food is your passion, join “An Authentic Taste of Budapest” in the afternoon which starts at the vast market hall and continues to the famous geothermal baths. As the sun lowers beyond the river, our lighted tour through the city serves as the prelude for a full evening of entertainment filled with fun and folklore.
Day 10 Day 10: Bratislava
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Bratislava

Stay Bratislava:
Arrival: 15:00
Departure: 19:00

Captain’s Gala Dinner
In the afternoon, we arrive in the Slovakian capital. Located at the confluence of the Morava and Danube Rivers, Bratislava impresses with its Gothic and Baroque architecture. During a tour, we take you up to the Castle Hill for breathtaking views. Then walk through the historic center and fall in love with fascinating history of the city. Back on board, celebrate with new friends at our Captain’s Gala Dinner.
Day 11 Day 11: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Vienna

Stay Vienna:
Arrival: 04:00

Disembarkation after Breakfast
Following breakfast, the goodbyes begin. Our AMADEUS crew bids you farewell, wishing you safe travels home with the hope we cruise again together.

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1.200 Miles On The Beautiful Blue Danube (Bucharest - Vienna

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Itinerary of your trip 1.200 Miles On The Beautiful Blue Danube (Bucharest - Vienna

Day 1: Bucharest

Day 2: Bucharest,Fetesti

Day 3: Harsova

Day 4: Fetesti,Chiciu

Day 5: Svishtov,Nikopol

Day 6: Iron Gates

Day 7: Belgrade

Day 8: Mohacs,Kalocsa

Day 9: Budapest

Day 10: Bratislava

Day 11: Vienna

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