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Lower Danube Discovery

Embark on this action-packed itinerary across the lower Danube with Scenic Cruises this October. Spend 16 days exploring historical sites and cultural heritage.

On offer for this cruising adventure is a cultivated itinerary of Freechoice excursions, extravagant Enrich events and ample free time to independently explore.

Acting as your home for the duration of your stay, will be one of Scenic’s modern ‘Space-Ships’ – floating hotels designed to go above and beyond in terms of what is expected for housing and entertainment.

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  • Cruise Line: Scenic
  • Ship: Scenic Space-Ship
  • Duration: 17 Nights
  • Departure: Mar - Oct
AVG PER PERSON*
£6,410
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Lower Danube Discovery Cruise Prices

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Mar 29, 2025
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Sep 20, 2025
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Oct 05, 2025
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Lower Danube Discovery Cruise Itinerary

Adventure through ports across Slovakia, Croatia, Serbia, Romania and Bulgaria over the course of sixteen days with Scenic. Follow an expertly designed itinerary packed with opportunities to make memories.

Day 1

Bucharest (hotel)

Fly from the UK to Bucharest. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2

Bucharest / Constanta

After a hearty breakfast, transfer to Constanta to embark your glamorous Scenic Space-Ship.

Day 3

Constanta

This morning, follow your local guide across the city.

Day 4

Silistra

For today, join an active walking tour of the Silistra Fort or pay a visit to the Alfatar.

Day 5

Sailing Day

Spend the day relaxing on-board as we cruise along the picturesque Danube river.

Day 6

Vidin

Join one of several Freechoice excursions; hike to the Belogradchik Castle Ruins, visit a local winery, partake in a Banica making class or enjoy the Triangle of Tolerance walking tour.

Day 7

Iron Gates / Golubac

Today, choose between visiting the Golubac Fortress or the Lepenski Vir Archaeological. Site.

Day 8

Belgarde

This morning’s Freechoice activities include: a guided city tour with extended free time, guided city tour including Tito’s Memorial, cycling tour along the Danube or the ‘educating the Roma community’.
Tonight, enjoy an Enrich event at a classical concert at St. Sava Temple.

Day 9

Novi Sad

Enjoy a choice of Freechoice activities for this morning; a guided tour of Novi Sad, excursion to Sremski Karlovci, hike to Petrovaradin Fortress or a Fruska Gora National Park with monastery and winery visit.

Day 10

Osijek

Opt for a walking tour of Osijek, boat cruise at Kopacki Rit or a guided biking tour.
After your tours, all guests will visit the home of a typical Croatian family and have lunch with them.

Day 11

Mohacs

Today’s excursions offer you the opportunity to embark on a Pecs city tour, Villany wine village or a visit to the Zsolnay Ceramic Museum.

Day 12

Kalocsa

Explore Hungarian traditions and handicrafts or pay a visit to a Hungarian Horse Show.

Day 13

Budapest

Today, you’ll enjoy either adventuring through Budapest in depth, a hike to Buda Hill or a historically rich Jewish heritage tour.
This afternoon, enjoy the opportunity for some free time to explore Budapest further or relax on-board the ship. Later this evening, enjoy an Enrich event to a classical music museum at the Godollo Royal Palace.

Day 14

Bratislava

Spend your day in Slovakia’s capital on a Bratislava city tour, enjoying coffee and cake with a local family or immersing yourself on a communism walking tour.

Day 15

Vienna

Join your local guide on an exploration of Schonbrunn Palace, guided city tour, guided E-bike tour to Danube Island or a visit to Sisi Museum.

Day 16

Vienna (DISEMBARK)

After breakfast, board your plane from Vienna airport to begin your return journey.

Day 1

Vienna (hotel)

Fly from the UK to Vienna. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2

Vienna

Join your local guide on an exploration of Schonbrunn Palace, guided city tour, guided E-bike tour to Danube Island or a visit to Sisi Museum.

Day 3

Bratislava

Spend your day in Slovakia’s capital on a Bratislava city tour, enjoying coffee and cake with a local family or immersing yourself on a communism walking tour.

Day 4

Budapest

Today, you’ll enjoy either adventuring through Budapest in depth, a hike to Buda Hill or a historically rich Jewish heritage tour.
This afternoon, enjoy the opportunity for some free time to explore Budapest further or relax on-board the ship. Later this evening, enjoy an Enrich event to a classical music museum at the Godollo Royal Palace.

Day 5

Kalocsa

Explore Hungarian traditions and handicrafts or pay a visit to a Hungarian Horse Show.

Day 6

Mohacs

Today’s excursions offer you the opportunity to embark on a Pecs city tour, Villany wine village or a visit to the Zsolnay Ceramic Museum.

Day 7

Osijek

Opt for a walking tour of Osijek, boat cruise at Kopacki Rit or a guided biking tour.
After your tours, all guests will visit the home of a typical Croatian family and have lunch with them.

Day 8

Novi Sad

Enjoy a choice of Freechoice activities for this morning; a guided tour of Novi Sad, excursion to Sremski Karlovci, hike to Petrovaradin Fortress or a Fruska Gora National Park with monastery and winery visit.

Day 9

Belgarde

This morning’s Freechoice activities include: a guided city tour with extended free time, guided city tour including Tito’s Memorial, cycling tour along the Danube or the ‘educating the Roma community’.
Tonight, enjoy an Enrich event at a classical concert at St. Sava Temple.

Day 10

Iron Gates / Golubac

Today, choose between visiting the Golubac Fortress or the Lepenski Vir Archaeological. Site.

Day 11

Vidin

Join one of several Freechoice excursions; hike to the Belogradchik Castle Ruins, visit a local winery, partake in a Banica making class or enjoy the Triangle of Tolerance walking tour.

Day 12

Sailing Day

Spend the day relaxing on-board as we cruise along the picturesque Danube river.

Day 13

Silistra

For today, join an active walking tour of the Silistra Fort or pay a visit to the Alfatar.

Day 14

Constanta

This morning, follow your local guide across the city.

Day 15

Bucharest / Constanta

After a hearty breakfast, transfer to Constanta to embark your glamorous Scenic Space-Ship.

Day 16

Bucharest (hotel)

Fly from the UK to Bucharest. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury hotel for an overnight stay.

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Discover the highlights along the lower Danube

Scenic
Departure: Mar to Oct
VISITING: Bucharest Bucharest / Constanta Constanta Silistra Sailing Day Vidin Iron Gates / Golubac Belgrade Novi Sad Osijek Mohacs Kalocsa Budapest Bratislava Vienna
AVG PER PERSON* £ 6,410
Scenic
Departure: Apr to Aug
VISITING: Budapest Bratislava Vienna Dürnstein / Melk Linz Passau Regensburg Nuremberg Nuremberg / Munich
AVG PER PERSON* £ 2,795
Scenic
Departure: Mar to Nov
VISITING: Munich > Nuremberg Nuremberg Regensburg Passau > Linz Melk > Dürnstein Vienna Budapest
AVG PER PERSON* £ 1,995

Lower Danube Discovery Cruise Review

“Definitely good fun! I had the time of my life on this holiday, definitely ready to do some exploring. I liked having a choice between so many excursions – it made my experience really personalised.”

Gemma Haword, Lincoln

Lower Danube Discovery FAQ

Is there a reverse itinerary available?

Yes, this Lower Danube Discovery river cruise includes a reverse itinerary.

How many suite classes are available?

Guests can choose between booking Standard Suites, Balcony Suites, Junior Balcony Suites, Deluxe Balcony Suites, Royal Balcony Suites, Royal Panorama Suites and Royal Owner’s Suites.

Where are flights available from?

This Lower Danube Discovery river cruise includes flights departing and returning to the UK.

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