Day 1 - Budapest (Embark)
Arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and transfer to your elegant river ship, where your Central European adventure begins. Settle into your stateroom and enjoy your first views of the majestic Danube as the river becomes your gateway to history, culture, and scenic splendour.
Arrival transfer from Budapest Airport

Day 2 - Budapest
Budapest is a city of contrasts, where medieval charm meets vibrant modernity. Choose your preferred adventure: explore panoramic highlights including the Franz Liszt Academy, wander the Jewish Quarter, or discover local delights on a guided walking tour. In the evening, celebrate the start of your journey at a Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner aboard the ship.
Included Experiences: Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Franz Liszt Academy / Budapest Walk with Local Treats / Margaret Island / Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner

Day 3 - Bratislava & Vienna
Cruise from Bratislava to Vienna, soaking in the serene Danube scenery from the sun deck. In Bratislava, explore the charming old town with a walking tour, hike to the impressive Bratislava Castle, or dive into interactive history at the Multium Mirror Gallery. Arriving in Vienna, enjoy a private House of Strauss concert, a perfect introduction to this city of music and imperial elegance.
Included Experiences: Bratislava Small but Precious Walking Tour / Hike to Bratislava Castle / Bratislava Walking Tour with Multium Mirror Gallery
Masterpiece Experience: Nights Out: House of Strauss Concert

Day 4 - Vienna
Experience Vienna’s rich cultural heritage on a city highlights tour and an expertly guided visit to the Vienna Art History Museum. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore on your own, perhaps visiting the Albertina Museum or borrowing a bike to explore Danube Island and Prater Park — including the iconic Ferris wheel.
Included Experiences: Vienna Imperial City Highlights / “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum
Masterpiece Experiences: Magical History Tour / Schönbrunn Royal Experience

Day 5 - Dürnstein & Melk
Dürnstein is a storybook town perfect for wandering its cobbled lanes, browsing quaint shops, or hiking to a ruined castle. Sample local wines or uncover the secrets of saffron cultivation at the Wachau Valley’s only saffron farm. Continue to Melk Abbey, a 900-year-old masterpiece of baroque architecture, where you can explore its renowned library and gardens.
Included Experiences: Dürnstein Village and Saffron Talk / Melk Abbey with Library Visit
Masterpiece Experiences: Dürnstein Wine Estate Visit with Tasting / Let’s Go: Biking the Wachau / Icons of Dürnstein / Melk Abbey & Gardens

Day 6 - Linz (Salzburg Option)
Linz combines history with creativity, from centuries-old trade to a thriving modern arts scene. Stroll through the city with a local expert, visit a countryside farm to taste homemade cider, or choose a full-day excursion to Salzburg, exploring locations made famous by The Sound of Music.
Included Experiences: Linz Town and Country: Linzertorte and Cider Farm Visit / ARS Electronica Museum & Cider Farm
Masterpiece Experience: Full-Day Salzburg with Sound of Music

Day 7 - Passau
Passau, where the Danube meets the Inn and Ilz, is a cultural crossroads with a medieval heart. Explore the town’s highlights, discover Europe’s largest pipe organ, or take a scenic riverside hike. Conclude your journey with a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner, celebrating the memories of your Danube adventure.
Included Experiences: Passau Three Rivers Tour / Let’s Go: Hike along the Ilz River / Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner

Day 8 - Passau (Disembark)
Disembark the ship and transfer to Munich Airport for your onward flight, taking with you the unforgettable sights, sounds, and experiences of your Majestic Danube River Cruise.
Departure transfer to Munich Airport