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The Blue Danube River Cruise
The thread that weaves through Europe’s culture, the Danube is the link between grand baroque architecture, mediaeval cities, picture postcard towns, and breathtaking views that inspired famous composers like Strauss and Mozart.
Visit Europe’s finest cities on this Danube River Cruise, including the capitals, Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube, Bratislava, and Vienna, plus unmissable Linz and Salzburg.
Explore this romantic and tranquil ribbon running through Europe’s heartland with breathtaking river scenery and richly diverse culture and heritage. Savour the flavours of Europe on a Riviera Travel River Cruise ship with luxury suites and gourmet cuisine.
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Cruise Line: Riviera Travel -
Ship: MS Oscar Wilde + 3 more -
Duration: 7 Nights
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Departure: May - Nov
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Discover the beauty of Europe’s most famous river with a 7-night cruise on the magical Blue Danube. Explore some of the world’s finest capital cities and soak up centuries of history, heritage, and culture, not to mention gourmet cuisine and international wines. With plenty of sailing time, enjoy some of the world’s best river views on board a luxury cruise ship that rivals the finest five-star boutique hotel, your travel partner in style.
Day 1
Budapest
Board your luxury river cruiser moored in Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube.
Day 2
Esztergom
After an overnight sailing, arrive in Esztergom, one of Hungary’s oldest towns and a royal capital from medieval times. Enjoy a guided tour and explore the basilica, the castle and a town little changed since the days of the Habsburgs.
Day 3
Bratislava
Today, discover Slovakia’s vibrant capital, Bratislava, on an educational tour that showcases this city’s imperial past after the veil of Communism lifted in the late 20th century. Savour the views on an afternoon cruise into Lower Austria.
Day 4
Dürnstein & Melk
Dürnstein is famed for the ice-blue tower of the Abbey, and there is also an equally impressive castle, the prison of Richard the Lionheart, in 1192. After a guided tour, your cruise heads to Melk with its remarkable 18th-century Baroque Abbey.
Day 5
Salzburg and Linz
Arriving in Linz, guests can choose an overnight stay in this pretty Baroque city with a guided walking tour or a drive to Salzburg. Salzburg features one of Europe’s largest stone fortresses, two fine palaces, and a charming old town.
Day 6
Vienna
Discover the delights of Austria’s first city and, for two centuries, the cultural centre of Europe. Stroll wide elegant boulevards lined with fine Baroque architecture and iconic locations. Later, enjoy a sumptuous dinner on board with a classical recital.
Day 7
Budapest
Cruise the peaceful Hungarian landscape towards Budapest with a tour of the two settlements of Buda and Pest, split by the Danube. Enjoy the delights of this historic city with a Gala Dinner and Hungarian folklore show on board ship in the evening.
Day 8
Budapest
Disembark and transfer to the airport or railway stations to begin your journey back to the UK.
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Riviera Travel 
Departure:
May to
Nov
VISITING: Budapest Esztergom Bratislava Dürnstein & Melk Salzburg and Linz Vienna
FROM PER PERSON*
£
1,799
Riviera Travel Departure:
May to
Oct
VISITING: Cologne (EMBARK) Koblenz Rhine Gorge Speyer Strasbourg Breisach & Black Forest Lucerne & Bernese Oberland Return Home (DISEMBARK)
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£
1,749
Riviera Travel Departure:
May to
Oct
VISITING: Budapest Esztergom Bratislava Dürnstein & Melk Salzburg and Linz Vienna Puszta
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£
2,768
Riviera Travel Departure:
May to
Oct
VISITING: Budapest Esztergom Bratislava Dürnstein & Melk Salzburg and Linz Vienna Neusiedlersee Schönbrunn Palace
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£
2,848
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Is Wi-Fi available on board during the cruise?
Complementary Wi-Fi is available throughout your luxury river cruise vessel. Speeds can vary sometimes due to geography or weather conditions, but most of our European river cruises have great coverage to allow you to keep in touch with family and friends back home.
My husband has restricted mobility due to some age-related health issues. Is this a suitable cruise for him?
Discuss your specific travel needs with one of our friendly booking agents. We can walk you through the ship, help you decide on a cabin, and discuss which port excursions may or may not be suitable. We are always happy to make adaptations where we can to accommodate different guests’ needs.
I am on a restricted diet. Will my menu requirements be a problem for the on-board catering?
All the meals on board the ship are prepared daily by our expert chefs using the finest fresh local ingredients and designed to capture the flavours of the regions you sail through. We tailor dishes for vegetarians and vegans and can also adjust menus to suit passengers with specific dietary requirements. Just remember to discuss this with the reservations team when you book.
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