Grand Danube Cruise

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Day 1: Giurgiu , Romania

Embarkation

Day 2 -  Rousse, Bulgaria

Visit Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria’s former capital, or explore Rousse, known for its elegant architecture and proximity to the UNESCO Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo. Alternatively, journey through the Romanian countryside to Bucharest for a panoramic tour of its grand boulevards and Belle Époque beauty.

Day 3 - Vidin, Bulgaria

Discover Vidin’s storied past at the impressive Baba Vida Fortress or visit a local home for a hands-on tasting of Bulgarian yogurt and Banitsa pastry. Prefer to stay active? Join a guided bike tour along the river before exploring the castle and its scenic surroundings.

Day 4 - Iron Gates – Scenic Cruising

Witness the breathtaking beauty of the Iron Gates Gorge as the Danube winds dramatically between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains. Visit the medieval Golubac Fortress and enjoy a tasting of regional delicacies–an unforgettable day of history and natural splendor.

Day 5 -  Belgrade, Serbia

Explore Belgrade’s highlights–from Kalemegdan Fortress to the majestic Temple of St. Sava–then sample traditional Serbian brandy, Šlivovitz, and local delicacies. Alternatively, visit Novi Sad, Serbia’s cultural gem, or choose an active tour by bike or hike for sweeping views of this dynamic capital.

Day 6 - Vukovar, Hungary

Explore the proud city of Vukovar on a guided tour, visit Osijek’s historic streets, or take a bike ride along the river. In the afternoon, sample regional wines in Croatia’s famed Old Cellars or discover the ancient culture of the Vucedol l civilization at one of Europe’s most fascinating archaeological museums..

Day 7 - Mohács, Hungary

Discover Pécs, a UNESCO World Heritage treasure rich in Roman and Ottoman influences, with its basilica, mosque, and lively squares. Alternatively, cycle along the riverbanks of Mohács or savor a wine tasting in Szekszárd, one of Hungary’s oldest and most celebrated red wine regions.

Day 8 - Budapest, Hungary

Step into royal history at Gödöllő Palace, once home to Empress Elisabeth of Austria. After lunch, journey to the Great Hungarian Plain for an authentic farm visit, where you’ll witness skilled horsemen perform age-old traditions of Magyar horsemanship–an exhilarating glimpse of Hungary’s cultural heart.

Day 9 -  Budapest, Hungary

Explore both sides of Hungary’s grand capital–Buda’s hilly Castle District with its fairytale Fisherman’s Bastion and Pest’s elegant boulevards and monuments. Visit Heroes’ Square, Parliament, and the moving “Shoes on the Danube Bank” memorial in a day that captures the soul of Budapest.

Day 10 - Bratislava, Slovakia

Discover Bratislava’s storied past as you wander its cobblestone streets and regal squares, where Hungarian kings were once crowned. Sample local specialties on a “Tastes of Slovakia” tour or hike to the hilltop castle for panoramic views of the Danube and the charming city below.

Day 11 - Vienna, Austria

Vienna unfolds in elegant splendor–from the grand Opera House to the Imperial Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Join a guided city or bike tour, then spend your afternoon exploring at leisure–perhaps savoring coffee and cake in a centuries-old café or wandering through world-class museums.

Day 12  - Weissenkirchen, Austria

Glide through the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley, framed by terraced vineyards and castle ruins. Walk the cobbled lanes of Dürnstein and visit Melk Abbey, hike to Richard the Lionheart’s fortress, or taste apricot delicacies and local wines. However you explore, the Wachau will enchant you at every turn.

Day 13 - Linz, Austria

Arrive in vibrant Linz, where creativity thrives. Journey to Salzburg, the city of Mozart and “The Sound of Music,” or explore Český Krumlov’s fairytale streets. Stay in Linz to discover its old-world beauty on foot or bike–and perhaps toast the day with a guided whiskey distillery tour in the afternoon.

Day 14 - Passau, Germany

Begin your morning with a stroll through storybook Vilshofen before cruising to the “City of Three Rivers,” Passau. Discover its Gothic and Baroque splendor on a walking tour, or choose to hike up to Veste Oberhaus fortress or cycle along the scenic River Inn–each path offering its own view of Passau’s charm.

Day 15 - Vilshofen, Germany

This morning disembark your ship and prepare for your journey home