One Week in Budapest

• Unpack once, then bike and boat along the Danube in four countries and three cultural capitals—all on one trip.
• Follow the car-free and scenic Danube and EuroVelo 6 bike paths in this bicycle-friendly region.
• Enjoy an exclusive Viennese concert with the music of Strauss and Mozart.
• Choose to be as active or relaxed as you wish from our menu of cycling routes and walking tours.
• Visit one of the oldest breweries in the world in Weltenburg.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Tour the major capital cities along the Danube
• Bask in the idyllic landscapes of the Wachau Valley
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Imperial Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence for the Hapsburg monarchs, with splendid gardens and lavish rooms
  • Budapest, 2000 years of history

• Discover the four distinctive capital cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna and Prague
• Enjoy a wine tasting in the charming town of Mikulov
• Walk through the castle park known as 'the garden of Europe' at Chateau Lednice

• Meander along the Danube
• Cycle 3 countries in one week
• Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest

• Unpack once, then bike and boat along the Danube in four countries and three cultural capitals—all on one trip.
• Follow the car-free and scenic Danube and EuroVelo 6 bike paths in this bicycle-friendly region.
• Sail through the scenic Danube Gorge to the Weltenburg Abbey.
• Choose to be as active or relaxed as you wish from our menu of cycling routes and walking tours.
• Enjoy an exclusive Viennese concert with the music of Strauss and Mozart.

• Learn the secrets of Viennese confectionary during a candy making demonstration.
• Dine at the famous Marchfelderhof, an iconic restaurant with a rich Viennese tradition.
• Experience the most famous Hungarian wine region visiting one of the best wine estates.
• Tour the majestic Prague Castle.
• Visit 5 different countries filled with the holiday spirit.
• Be whisked by train from Vienna to Bratislava.
• Visit the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, a summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty.
• Discover Budapest’s iconic sights through the eyes of an expert.
• Experience the world’s oldest Christmas market in lovely Dresden, Germany.

• Cruise along the Danube River and experience the beautiful sights of Budapest
• Admire the beautiful gardens and Rococo interior of the majestic Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna
• Feel the medieval spirit of the Golden city – Prague
• Enjoy the German way, tasting sausages and beer in a centuries-old restaurant
• Ring the wishing bell on the island in the middle of the picturesque Lake Bled

• Explore the maze of streets in the medieval cities of Krakow and Budapest
• Raft along the Dunajec River Gorge and go walking in the Tatra Mountains
• Discover the medieval town of Banska Stiavnica and learn of its fascinating mining history

• Take a guided tour of the beautiful Old Town in Prague
• Explore the cobbled streets and quaint squares of Cesky Krumlov
• Visit the magnificent Lednice Chateau estate, a Unesco-listed masterpiece
• Sip local wines in a vineyard in Skalica
• Soak up the majestic landmarks of Vienna on a guided tour
• Cap the adventure with an evening cruise down the Danube

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• A comprehensive cruise along the Danube, taking in its history, fascinating culture and sublime landscapes
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Rich cultural and architectural heritage in the Serbian towns of Belgrade and Novi Sad
  • Authentic Bulgaria with Veliko Tarnovo and the charming town of Ruse
  • Bucharest, the surprising Romanian capital

• Hit three of Central Europe’s big cities; Prague, Vienna and Budapest. With your locally-based leader on hand and plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, you'll get to know all of the best spots and learn plenty of locals-only knowledge.
• Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Czechia capital city of Prague. Experience Prague Castle – the largest castle complex in the world – and be awed by its 9th-century architecture.
• Toast to your epic adventure with a home-cooked Hungarian feast on your final evening. You'll be invited into a local family's home where they'll teach you traditional recipes and you'll get a chance to taste your creations at dinner.
• Join a local guide in the south Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov and learn about the town’s history and thriving folk culture. After all, there’s no one better to show you around than the people that live there.
• Be treated to sweet delicacies just like grandma would make at Vollpension café in Vienna, where elderly grandparents bake the best cakes and share the best hospitality with their visitors. More than just a cafe, the team here are working to bridge the age gap and provide extra income for seniors.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Eden Reforestation Projects. Donations help them provide local employment opportunities and tackle climate change one tree at a time as they restore forests across 10 different countries.

• Follow the Danube downstream, passing romantic castles, small villages and lowland forests – the best way to see Eastern Europe is on two wheels!
• Cycle leafy paths away from the traffic of main roads and cities, from vibrant Vienna to cosmopolitan Bratislava and bohemian Budapest. Away from the tourists, you’ll have a better chance of connecting with local cultures!
• Spend some time at the domed Basilica of Esztergom – the biggest church in Hungary – and see how it’s reflected in the still waters of the Danube Bend. Then, make your way into Budapest and indulge in one of the steaming public baths.
• See the Roman remains at Carnuntum – one of Austria's most important archaeological sites. Wander the ruins and reconstructions and then hop back on your bike to the Slovak border.
• Straddle the borders of Hungary and Slovakia in the historic spa town of Komarom and soothe your sore muscles during one of the optional spa visits.
• By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Create lifelong memories on board a festive ship decked out for passengers to ring in the New Year with pizzazz.

• New Year's Eve at the heart of the Danube's capitals
• 3 great capitals to discover
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace
• New Year's Eve dinner with wine and a glass of champagne

EXCLUSIVE OFFER

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore three exciting capital cities in Central and Eastern Europe: Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava

ALL EXCURSIONS INCLUDED

• Fascinating excursions
  • The Great Market Hall in Budapest (2), a visual and papillary delight

ALL INCLUSIVE ON BOARD

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Imperial Vienna
  • Budapest, the two thousand year old city
  • Bratislava and its unique charm

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover a diversity of cultures through Hungary, Croatia, Romania and Serbia
• The stunning scenery of the Iron Gates unwinds along the Danube between the Carpathians and the Balkans
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Osijek and the majestic Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul
  • Belgrade and its unique architecture
  • Southern Hungary with the charming town of Pécs
  • Golubac fortress(1), one of Serbia's most important monuments

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• From the Austrian capital to the Pannonian steppe grasslands, experience everything the Danube has to offer
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • The Puszta, at the heart of the wild Hungarian grasslands
  • Budapest, the vibrant, modern Hungarian capital with an affluent past
  • Evening of entertainment in Budapest with traditional costumes and dance
  • A local view of Vienna and a visit to the Konzerthaus, one of the city's impressive concert halls(2)

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Embark on an authentic journey to the heart of traditions and unspoilt wilderness
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Opusztaszer National Historical Heritage Park
  • Pécs, known for its rich history and incontestable charm
  • Szeged, a dazzling Hungarian city
  • Hortobagy Nature Park, the largest steppe in all Central Europe
  • Tokaj and its wines*

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Celebrate Christmas during an unforgettable cruise full of joyful, enchanting surprises.

• Embark on a cultural journey through Central Europe
• Revel in Christmas Magic in three capitals along the Danube
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Vienna and its enchanting Christmas market
  • Budapest, "the Pearl of the Danube"
• Midnight Mass in Budapest(1-2)
• Christmas present
• Christmas Eve dinner (including wine)

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

• Discover the greatest cities along the Danube
• The idyllic landscapes of the Wachau Valley
• EXCURSIONS INCLUDED:
  • Imperial Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer residence for the Hapsburg monarchs, with splendid gardens and lavish rooms
  • Budapest, 2000 years of history