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Danube Explorer &
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest
Let this itinerary by Emerald Cruises guide you across various highlights along the Danube, calling at a selection of famous ports and tourist attractions.
Take part in a cultivated selection of guided tours and excursions, spanning across ten days. Explore castles, wine routes, abbeys and much more – as well as enjoying the opportunity to purchase additional DiscoverMORE adventures that suit your interests.
Spend nine nights reclining in luxury aboard one of Emerald’s spectacular Star Ships. Designed with the guest experience in mind, guests enjoy the benefit of five-star service and a wealth of onboard activities.
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Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises -
Ship: Emerald Star -
Duration: 9 Nights
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Departure: Jul - Nov
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Cruise Itinerary
Spend ten days adventuring along the Danube, enjoying a carefully-crafted selection of guided tours, visits and tastings to popular tourist attractions.
Day 1
Arrive to Budapest (EMBARK)
Fly from the UK to Budapest, where you’ll transfer to your luxury Star-Ship.
Day 2
Budapest
Embark on a coach tour through Budapest’s UNESCO-listed city centre. Alternatively, opt to hike up Gellert Hill for some picturesque views.
Day 3
Budapest
Today brings a spectacular EmeraldPLUS dinner and traditional folklore show for guests to enjoy.
*DiscoverMORE: Retro tour of post-Communist Budapest
*DiscoverMORE: Jewish heritage tour
*DiscoverMORE: Budapest by night
Day 4
Budapest
This morning, spend some free time in Budapest before we set sail for Slovakia in the afternoon.
*DiscoverMORE: Excursion to Szentendre
Day 5
Bratislava
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Slovakia’s ancient town centre. Alternatively, opt for a guided tour of Bratislava Castle. Enjoy an EmeraldPLUS special; local Slovakian entertainment on board.
*DiscoverMORE: Skoda tour of post-Communist Bratislava
*DiscoverMORE: Carpathian Wine route
Day 6
Vienna
Join a walking tour of Vienna to discover its classic sights. If you’re feeling active, opt instead to cycle to Donau insel.
*DiscoverMORE: Exclusive Viennese evening concert
Day 7
Weissenkirchen / Melk
Today, you’ll join your activities officer for a hike in Weissenkirchen. Later, we’ll sail through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley and arrive in Melk for a guided tour of Melk Abbey.
*DiscoverMORE: Visit to Schallaburg Castle
Day 8
Linz / Cesky Krumlov
This morning, we’ll dock in Linz. Board a coach to the centre of Cesky Krumlov for a guided tour.
Day 9
Passau
Experience a typical Bavarian farm for some insight into local life. Alternatively, set off on a hike of Passau’s sights.
Day 10
Depart Passau (EMBARK)
After breakfast, disembark from your ship and begin journeying home.
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What does my cruise include?
Your Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Cruise affords guests nine nights aboard a luxury yacht, 24 expertly-prepared meals, airport transfers and included excursions.
What months is this itinerary available?
You can book this adventure for: March, July, September and October 2026.
How many guests will be booked onto a yacht?
The maximum capacity for our Emerald Cruises Star Ships is 182 guests.
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