Compare Enchanting Danube by Titan Travel
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4.5 | Great
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| Duration | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 3,109 |
| Price Per Day | $ 389 |
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| Trip Style | River cruise |
| Lodging Level | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included |
| Activities | N/A |
| Meals Included | N/A |
| Description | The Danube, through its rich history has remained timeless and truly enchanting. With a backdrop of Austrian Alps, lush vineyards give way to regal cities, ancient castles and hilltop villages, this river has been the inspiration to countless musicians, artists and poets over the centuries. Waltz your way along the Danube, sailing from one captivating city to the next, discovering charming villages in Austria’s stunning Wachau Valley along the way. |
Day 1 UK - Budapest
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home, for your flight to Budapest. Meet your Uniworld representative on arrival and transfer to the port to embark S.S. Maria Theresa (5T).
Day 2 Budapest
Savour the beauty of both Buda and Pest on a panoramic tour. Alternatively, take a ride on the metro; stop at a lively market hall; visit Károlyi Garden; and explore the National Museum. Or, join ‘Green Budapest’ for a bicycle tour with stops at various sites, such as the Hungarian Parliament Building, the Rose and Japanese gardens, the Olympic pool, Várkert Bazár and Gellert Baths, followed by a picnic on Margaret Island. Cap your day off with the Captain’s welcome reception and dinner.
Day 3 Cruising the Danube River - Bratislava - Vienna
Enjoy a day of leisure aboard your floating hotel. Then explore Slovakia’s capital city, Bratislava, on a walking discovery tour before docking in the imperial city of Vienna.
Day 4 Vienna
You’re in for a real treat with ‘Morning with the Masters’, an exclusive early opening and art tour of the Vienna Art History Museum, ending with a reception in the magnificent Cupola Hall. Then choose a guided walk or city tour that highlights Viennese essentials. Later, join an exclusive Mozart & Strauss concert at a Viennese palace.
Day 5 Dürnstein - Cruising the Wachau Valley - Melk
Dürnstein is a lovely place to wander cobblestone lanes, browse quaint shops and maybe hike up to a ruined castle. You can also opt for a tasting at Austria’s oldest winery or learn all about the world’s costliest spice from the Wachau Valley’s only saffron grower. Later, visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and its extraordinary baroque-style library.
Day 6 Linz (Salzburg or Linz)
Salzburg or Linz - the choice is yours. In UNESCO-designated Salzburg, you’ll see Mozart’s childhood home and the garden where the famous ‘Do-Re-Mi’ scene from ‘The Sound of Music’ was filmed. If you wish, head to nearby Linz instead, a former Roman settlement that is now a vibrant centre for the arts. After a guided walking tour that stops for coffee and a taste of Linzer torte, venture into the countryside to visit a local farm and sample another delicious treat - hard cider, a speciality of the region.
Day 7 Passau
Cruise the picturesque landscape and hairpin loop in the middle of the Danube. In Passau, discover the medieval city with a walking tour to the baroque St Stephan’s Cathedral, to hear a concert played on Europe’s largest pipe organ. For cyclists, join a local guide for a bike ride along the Inn River; for hikers, go on a guided hike with a nature expert along the beautiful Ilz River. Spend your last night on board at the Captain’s farewell reception and dinner. Please note: St Stephan’s organ concert is only available from 1 May-31 October, excluding Sundays and Catholic holidays. An alternative venue will be organised before and after these dates.
Day 8 Passau - Munich - UK
Transfer to Munich Airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
