09 DAYS AMAZING DANUBE

Greetings from Munich! Arrive at the Munich International Airport, then travel independently to the Passau port. You will settle into your stateroom and check in for your cruise there. At 4:00 PM, check-in opens. Enjoy a welcome buffet, cocktail, special dinner, and an evening of music in the lounge this evening. Nighttime aboard

You will visit the quaint Danube River town of Durnstein today. In Austria, this area is renowned for producing fine wines. You may anticipate a supper with a pirate theme and a musical evening in the lounge tonight. Nighttime aboard

Imperial Vienna offers a wealth of attractions, including its Imperial palaces, the Museums Quarter, which is home to both historic and modern structures housing artwork by artists like Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele, as well as the impressive structures along the Ringstrasse, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the renowned Vienna State Opera, among many others. You might visit Schönbrunn Palace this afternoon, the magnificent summer residence and gardens of Empress Maria Theresa and the Habsburg Empire. Enjoy a leisurely dinner on board after a long day of sightseeing. Nighttime aboard
*Optional: Vienna Walking and Bus Tour One of Central Europe's most picturesque cities is Vienna. It is not only a location worth seeing for its charming architecture, but it also boasts a large collection of historical luminaries, such as Sisi, Strauss, Mozart, and the iconic works of Gustav Klimt. This lively city is brimming with historical landmarks, illustrious museums, palaces, picturesque parks, lovely cafés, and renowned pastry stores! The tour will start off by bus as you travel toward the well-known Vienna Ring. You can visit famous sites including the Urania, the State Opera House, the Parliament, the Hofburg, the residence of the Habsburgs, City Hall, Burg Theater, and Vienna University. Then, on foot, we will explore more of the city, beginning at the well-known Albertina Museum. From there, take a leisurely hour-long stroll along the "Graben," a former city moat, to reach the Hofburg. From there, proceed in the direction of St. Stephen's Church. You will be able to learn the secrets behind Vienna's vibrant culture and breathtaking architecture along the route. You will have some free time to further explore the city on your own following the walking tour.

You'll arrive in Budapest this morning. Explore this magnificent capital city along the Danube River in the afternoon. This city's Danube Riverbanks, Andrassy Avenue, Buda Castle District, Heroes' Square, and Millennium Underground Railway are all included on the list of World Heritage Sites. There is something for everyone to enjoy in this amazing metropolis, which has 80 geothermal hot springs, the second-largest Synagogue in the world, and the third-largest Parliament building in the world. Nighttime aboard Budapest Bus & Walking Tour, optional On a narrated bus and walking tour, explore Budapest's enchanted city. Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world and is frequently referred to as "Paris of the East. This trip will not only give you a taste of Budapest's vibrant past, but it will also provide insight into how the city's divide into "Buda" and "Pest" by the Danube river has played such an important role in society throughout the years. The bus tour will pass through both neighborhoods of the city to show you the famous landmarks on Andrássy t street, such as the Opera, Hero's Square, the well-known underground market, St. Stephen's Church, the largest synagogue in Europe, where the well-known Franz Liszt performed, and finally the Parliament, which is built to resemble the British Parliament and has nearly 20 km of corridors! The historic Buda Castle and the Coronation Church of St. Matthew, where the well-known Sisi and her husband were crowned as Hungarian Rulers, are both accessible via the well-known chain bridge. From the magnificent Fisherman's Bastion, where you can take in the city at your fingertips, an unparalleled panorama of the city will become available.

Explore this capital city, which oddly spans the Danube River, in the afternoon. This city's Danube Riverbanks, Andrassy Avenue, Buda Castle District, Heroes' Square, and Millennium Underground Railway are all included on the list of World Heritage Sites. There is something for everyone to enjoy in this bustling town, which has 80 geothermal hot springs, the second-largest Synagogue in the world, and the third-largest Parliament building in the world. Nighttime aboard

Learn about Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, which is also the location of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the archbishop's summer palace, and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. From Michael's Gate, you can take a leisurely stroll past the Primatial Palace, St. Martin's Cathedral, and the old city district. The Academia Istropolitana, which dates to the 15th century, is the city's first university. This afternoon, take a Danube cruise, and in the evening, take pleasure in the captain's gala dinner. The crew show and musical performance tonight will be in the lounge after dinner. Nighttime aboard Bratislava Walking Tour is optional. Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, is regarded as the nation's principal economic, political, and cultural hub. A wonderful fusion of the past and contemporary may be found in this city. Universities and urban young cultures ultimately produce a busy contrast within the city. On the one hand, there are many ancient buildings to highlight the city's rich past routes. The guided tour with a chocolate twist is the Bratislava city excursion! The tour will start at the pier and continue into the larger city center, where you will see both historic and contemporary city monuments, such as St. Martin's Cathedral, the city walls, the Presidential Palace, and breathtaking views from the Slavin Monument and the castle region. When we reach the historic district, we can begin the tour at St. Michael's Gate and meander around the main streets while taking in the city's history and well-known legends. We can take in all the major attractions, stunning sculptures, and fountains along the way.

You will travel to Melk today, a little town on the Danube that is well-known for producing wine in Austria. The monastery erected high above the town in the eleventh century is also referred to as Melk Abbey. The enormous library here has medieval manuscripts, and the domed Abbey Church is decorated with gold statues. You may anticipate a supper with a pirate theme and a musical evening in the lounge tonight. A night on board with the option of seeing Melk Abbey. The town of Melk has served as Austria's spiritual and cultural hub for more than 1000 years. It is situated in the stunning "Wachau Valley," which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Benedictine monastery known as Melk Abbey, which is also one of Austria's greatest cultural attractions and Europe's largest Abbey, is well renowned for its stunning baroque style. Since the 12th century, a school connected to the monastery has been collecting priceless manuscripts, helping to build the magnificent library you will view inside the Abbey chambers. You can take advantage of the free time following the trip to explore Abbey Gardens.

On board, savor a delectable breakfast. After that, you have till 9:00 AM to get off the Passau river tour. Your return flight requires that you travel independently to the airport.