DAY 8 – VIENNA
Discover the classical charms of Vienna as we take you through the city. Uncover the cafés, artisan studios and baroque majesty of Vienna’s imperial grandeur. A drive around the Ringstraße will introduce you to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre. Alternatively, enjoy a bike tour along the serene trails on Donauinsel, the Danube Island.
EmeraldACTIVE: Guided bike tour in Vienna
Included Excursion: Guided tour of Vienna
DiscoverMORE: Exclusive Viennese evening concert (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 – VIENNA TO BRATISLAVA
Enjoy a leisurely morning exploring Vienna before sailing on to Bratislava, marvelling at the ever-changing scenery of the Danube. Explore the city’s historic architecture on an included guided tour, where everything is within walking distance, including the ornate exterior of the Slovak National Theatre. This afternoon, enjoy a guided hike to the fairy tale-like Bratislava Castle.
EmeraldPLUS: Local Slovakian entertainment on board
EmeraldACTIVE: Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
Included Excursion: Guided tour of Bratislava
DiscoverMORE: Skoda tour of post-Communist Bratislava (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 – BUDAPEST
This morning, relax on board your Star-Ship while we sail from Slovakia to Hungary. In Budapest, an exciting program awaits you. As you sail into this magnificent city, it becomes immediately apparent why the Hungarian capital is known as the ‘Pearl of the Danube’. Venture into the city independently or make use of our on board bikes to explore Budapest’s hidden treasures.
DiscoverMORE: Tour to Szentendre (extra expense)
DiscoverMORE: Budapest by Night (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 11 – BUDAPEST
Today, explore the city’s cobbled medieval quarter as you embark on a coach tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city centre. Your guide will teach you about the Hungarian capital’s culinary scene, finishing at the neo-Gothic Grand Market, Budapest’s largest and most expansive indoor market, where you’ll have time to explore independently.
If you’re feeling more active, you can instead choose to hike to Gellert Hill. The surrounding area has been rebuilt several times, most recently following the air raids of WWII. Some 18th-century Baroque houses still stand. This evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board.
EmeraldPLUS: Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Included Excursion: Culinary tour of Budapest with Grand Market visit
EmeraldACTIVE: Hike to Gellert Hill
DiscoverMORE: Jewish heritage tour (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 12 – BUDAPEST
On your last full day in Budapest, we invite you to a special dinner and a traditional folklore show for a truly immersive local experience. This is a great chance to bid farewell to your fellow travellers before going home.
EmeraldPLUS: Dinner & Folklore Show in Budapest
DiscoverMORE: Hungarian Bath Experience (extra expense)
DiscoverMORE: Retro tour of post-Communist Budapest (extra expense)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 13 – BUDAPEST
After breakfast, it’s time to say farewell to your fellow guests. Disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of apricot orchards and ancient Roman cities with you.
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Meals Included: Breakfast
