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Lower Danube Discovery
Set sail along the glistening lower Danube, calling at an array of popular tourist attractions and picturesque riverside towns.
Join TUI on an itinerary designed for the indivual, designed to suit a variety of needs. Whether you’re looking to sit back and relax or head off on the adventure of a lifetime – there’s an opportunity suited to you.
Climb aboard the breathtaking TUI Maya – designed to grace the waters of the Danube. On board features include spacious suites, generous seating areas and five-star customer service.
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Cruise Line: TUI -
Ship: TUI Maya -
Duration: 14 Nights
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Departure: May
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Lower Danube Discovery Cruise Itinerary
Venture for fifteen days along the lower Danube, calling at a selection of breathtaking ports. Embark on a solo sightseeing journey, or opt to join TUI on a variety of optional adventures available for pre booking.
Day 1
Arrive to Budapest
You’ll begin your cruise in Budapest, Hungary’s renowned capital. Board the TUI Maya and spend the afternoon unpacking and settling in. We’ll stay here overnight so you’ll have plenty of time to explore tomorrow.
Day 2
Budapest
Spend the day exploring this unique city’s various attractions and elaborate architecture – ranging from the Parliament Building and Buda Castle- which are located on either side of the riverfront. Alternatively, join TUI on a shore excursion:
Hungarian Horses, Csikos Cowboys and Countryside Carriage Rides
Budapest City Tour
Dinner and Dancing in Budapest
Day 3
Mohacs
Arrive in Mohacs today, a small town with a big personality. Pay a visit to its main landmark, the Mohacs Historial Memorial Site. You may also wish to join TUI on an optional walking tour of Mohacs.
Day 4
Vukovar
Today, we’ll enter Croatia. Venture around Vukovar’s most stunning sights. Join TUI on an optional guided excursion:
Walking Tour of Vukovar
Tastes of Croatia: Osijek old town and Kopacevo
Day 5
Belgrade
Arrive this morning in Belgrade for a day filled with exploration. Explore along the city’s two separate riverbanks and the various attractions located along them. Opt to join TUI on an optional included excursion:
Cycle Ride in Belgrade
Belgrade City Tour & Folklore Show
Bohemian Belgrade
Day 6
Iron Gates
Spend day six enjoying the comforts offered aboard the TUI Maya – as we’ll be cruising throughout the day. A notable highlight is the breathtaking Iron Gates, a natural wonder located on the Serbia-Romania border.
Day 7
Ruse
Today, you’ll have the opportunity to explore Bulgaria’s fifth-largest city. Enjoy the impressive architecture and various historical sights on offer either independently or on one of TUI’s optional excursions:
Basarbovo Monastery and Rousse walking tour
The Ancient town of Veliko Turnovo, plus Arbanasi
City Tour of Ruse and the Ivanovo Churches
Day 8
Vidin
Vidin, located in the north-west corner of Bulgaria, presents many historic attractions and scenic landscapes to keep you busy. Notably, the renowned Baba Vida Fortress is one of the best preserved in the country and worth a venture. Otherwise, opt to join TUI on an optional shore excursion:
Prehistoric Rock Towers and a Roman Fortress
Vidin City Tour
Day 9
Donji Milanovac
We’ll return to Serbia today to explore Donji Milanovac. Venture through the town’s picturesque scenery. Pay a visit to one of its greatest attractions; Lepenski Vir. You may wish to join TUI on an optional excursion to the site:
Lepenski Vir Archaeological Site and Golubac Fortress
Day 10
Novi Sad
Venture through the various scenic parks and historic castles scattered throughout Novi Sad. Opt to join TUI on an optional excursion:
Village Cooking Class
Wine & History in and around Novi Sad
The Krusedol Monastery & Novi Sad
Day 11
Osijek
Enjoy the afternoon adventuring through Osijek – viewing its baroque-style architecture and the Ante Starcevic Square – its triangle-shaped central plaza. Opt to join TUI on an optional shore excursion:
Osijek City Tour
Cycle Ride in Osijek
Tastes of Croatia: Osijek old town and Koracevo
Day 12
Kalocsa
We’ll return to Hungary today to visit one of its oldest towns. Kalocsa, known as the ‘paprika capital of the world’ boasts a wealth of delicacies for you to sample. Join TUI on an optional exploration of the town:
Kalocsa City Tour
Walking Tour of Pecs
Paprika Tasting and a Horse Show
Day 13
Esztergom
Today, we’ll spend some time exploring the small rural town. Visit it’s towering Basilica – the tallest building in Hungary. Join TUI on an optional excursion:
City Train & Esztergom Basilica
Budapest City Tour
Day 14
Bratislava
Spend a few hours in Slovakia’s guided capital, visiting its various attractions, including its medieval old town and namesake castle. Spend some time with TUI on an optional excursion:
Bratislava in a soviet-era Skoda
Visit a Slovak Home
Bratislava City Train Tour
Day 15
Depart Budapest
Your cruise has drawn to a close. Your ship will return to Budapest for disembarkation and to begin your journey home.
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Venture along the breathtaking lower Danube
TUI Departure:
May
VISITING: Arrive to Budapest Budapest Mohacs Vukovar Belgrade Iron Gates Ruse Vidin Donji Milanovac Novi Sad Osijek Kalocsa Esztergom Bratislava Depart Budapest
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,749
TUI Departure:
Sep to
Nov
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Esztergom Bratislava Vienna Weissenkirchen / Melk Linz Passau (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,093
TUI Departure:
May to
Oct
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Kalocsa / Mohacs Novi Sad Iron Gates (scenic cruising) / Donji Milanovac Belgrade Vukovar Budapest Budapest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,205
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,149
TUI Departure:
Jun to
Oct
VISITING: Budapest (EMBARK) Budapest Vienna Bratislava Budapest (DISEMBARK)
AVG PER PERSON*
£
1,024
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Lower Danube Discovery FAQ
Are meals included in the price?
Yes. The TUI Maya features Full Board Plus, which means that three meals per day and drinks at mealtimes are included in your price.
Where can I find assistance on board?
The Atrium acts as the main hub for TUI’s ships. Here you’ll find reception as well as your Cruise Director – who will be available to help with questions and the booking of excursions.
What are the highlights of this cruise?
TUI recommends you enjoy the views from Bratislava UFO Bridge, visit the biggest building in Hungary and explore the ‘paprika capital of the world’.
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