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Vienna & Capital Cities of the Danube Cruise

See the sights and experience the many gems imbued along the shores of the iconic Danube River aboard your Vienna & Capital Cities of the Danube cruise, an odyssey filled with the rich history and cultures of Europe.

Sail from beautiful Belgrade to vibrant Vienna – or the reverse – aboard S.S. Emilie, a luxury cruise vessel complete with copious amenities, including Gustav’s Restaurant, the Gold Room, the Belvedere Lounge, and so much more; all carefully crafted and curated for your comfort and convenience.

Join us on this once-in-a-lifetime cruise and book your place aboard S.S. Emilie today for an unforgettable voyage across some of Europe’s most renowned countries and destinations, from Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace to Schönbrunn Palace and everywhere in between.

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  • Cruise Line: Uniworld
  • Ship: S.S. Emilie
  • Duration: 9 Nights
  • Departure: May - Nov
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Vienna & Capital Cities of the Danube Cruise Prices

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May 08, 2026
£5,549 pp
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May 17, 2026
£7,299 pp
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Jun 05, 2026
£5,399 pp
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Jun 14, 2026
£5,199 pp
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Jul 03, 2026
£4,949 pp
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Jul 12, 2026
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Jul 31, 2026
£5,349 pp
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Aug 09, 2026
£5,399 pp
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Sep 25, 2026
£5,799 pp
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Oct 04, 2026
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Oct 23, 2026
£5,799 pp
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Nov 01, 2026
£4,599 pp
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May 14, 2027
£3,509 pp
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May 23, 2027
£4,274 pp
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Jun 11, 2027
£4,184 pp
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Jun 20, 2027
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Jul 09, 2027
£3,914 pp
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Jul 18, 2027
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Aug 06, 2027
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Aug 15, 2027
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Oct 01, 2027
£4,364 pp
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Oct 10, 2027
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Oct 29, 2027
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Nov 07, 2027
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Vienna & Capital Cities of the Danube Cruise Itinerary

Explore your picturesque ports of call with a range of exquisite excursions and experiences.

Day 1

Belgrade (Embark)

Transfer from Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport to your ship. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be transferred to the ship.

Day 2

Belgrade

Choose between today’s fascinating excursions and enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner this evening:

– Let’s Go: “I Bike Belgrade” Tour: Go on a half-day bike ride around Belgrade.
– Belgrade City Tour with Visit to the Royal Grounds of Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace: Board a motorcoach and tour Belgrade before visiting the Royal Palace, the White Palace, the chapel, and the grounds.

Day 3

Novi Sad

Try either of the following excursions today:

– Traditional Serbia: Join a local guide on a journey through Novi Sad and visit a salas – a countryside estate – where you’ll get to sample Serbian fare.
– Novi Sad Walking Tour: Embark on an interesting walking tour of the city of Novi Sad.

Day 4

Batina, Ilok

Choose either of today’s wonderful excursions:

– Osijek Walking Tour, Home-Hosted Lunch, and Vučedol Museum: Enjoy a visit to the Vučedol Culture Museum, followed by a stop at a local family’s home for a traditional meal, then go on a sightseeing tour of Osijek.
– Syrmia Flora and Fauna with Agrotourism Lunch: Enjoy an incredible botanical-themed excursion with lunch.

Day 5

Budapest

Today’s choice of excursions focuses largely on history and culture:

– Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Castle Hill: See the most beautiful and renowned parts of Budapest with a tour of its iconic attractions.
– Andrassy Avenue Walking Tour with Szabo Ervin Library: Enjoy a scenic walking tour of Andrassy Avenue with a visit to the Szabo Ervin Library.

Day 6

Bratislava

You’re left with a tough choice between these two exquisite excursions:

– Coronation Tour with Cathedral Visit & Concert: Enjoy a day filled with architectural and cultural wonders complete with a concert.
– Let’s Go: Hike to Bratislava Castle: Join a scenic hike up to the historic Bratislava Castle before getting to see the Presidential Palace, the UFO Bridge, and the Old Town.

Day 7

Vienna

Pick between two excursions before enjoying a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner and an excursion this evening:

– Imperial City Highlights with Hofburg Palace Visit: See only the best parts of Vienna with a stop at the iconic Hofburg Palace.
– Mythos Mozart Experience with Walking Tour: Try this unique and marvellously enlightening excursion.
– Featured Excursion – Nights Out: The Belvedere: Embark on this wonderful evening excursion to commemorate your final night aboard S.S. Emilie.

Day 8

Vienna (Disembark), Transfer to Hotel

Transfer from the ship to a luxury, five-star hotel in Vienna for the remaining two nights of your cruise. Try today’s incredible excursion:

– Featured Excursion – Klosterneuburg Winery: Sample Austrian wines at the Klosterneuburg abbey winery.

Day 9

Vienna

Enjoy your final excursion today:

– Featured Excursion – Schönbrunn Palace Visit: Visit the resplendent Schönbrunn Palace complex and embrace the opportunity to admire its stunning architecture and deeply fascinating history.

Day 10

Depart Vienna

Check out of the hotel this morning. If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Vienna International Airport for your flight home.

Day 1

Arrive in Vienna, Transfer to Hotel

Transfer from Vienna International Airport to your hotel. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private transfer, you will be transferred to the hotel.

Day 2

Vienna

Enjoy your final excursion today:

– Featured Excursion – Schönbrunn Palace Visit: Visit the resplendent Schönbrunn Palace complex and embrace the opportunity to admire its stunning architecture and deeply fascinating history.

Day 3

Vienna (Disembark), Transfer to Hotel

Transfer from the ship to a luxury, five-star hotel in Vienna for the remaining two nights of your cruise. Try today’s incredible excursion:

– Featured Excursion – Klosterneuburg Winery: Sample Austrian wines at the Klosterneuburg abbey winery.

Day 4

Vienna

Pick between two excursions before enjoying a Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner and an excursion this evening:

– Imperial City Highlights with Hofburg Palace Visit: See only the best parts of Vienna with a stop at the iconic Hofburg Palace.
– Mythos Mozart Experience with Walking Tour: Try this unique and marvellously enlightening excursion.
– Featured Excursion – Nights Out: The Belvedere: Embark on this wonderful evening excursion to commemorate your final night aboard S.S. Emilie.

Day 5

Bratislava

You’re left with a tough choice between these two exquisite excursions:

– Coronation Tour with Cathedral Visit & Concert: Enjoy a day filled with architectural and cultural wonders complete with a concert.
– Let’s Go: Hike to Bratislava Castle: Join a scenic hike up to the historic Bratislava Castle before getting to see the Presidential Palace, the UFO Bridge, and the Old Town.

Day 6

Budapest

Today’s choice of excursions focuses largely on history and culture:

– Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Castle Hill: See the most beautiful and renowned parts of Budapest with a tour of its iconic attractions.
– Andrassy Avenue Walking Tour with Szabo Ervin Library: Enjoy a scenic walking tour of Andrassy Avenue with a visit to the Szabo Ervin Library.

Day 7

Batina, Ilok

Choose either of today’s wonderful excursions:

– Osijek Walking Tour, Home-Hosted Lunch, and Vučedol Museum: Enjoy a visit to the Vučedol Culture Museum, followed by a stop at a local family’s home for a traditional meal, then go on a sightseeing tour of Osijek.
– Syrmia Flora and Fauna with Agrotourism Lunch: Enjoy an incredible botanical-themed excursion with lunch.

Day 8

Novi Sad

Try either of the following excursions today:

– Traditional Serbia: Join a local guide on a journey through Novi Sad and visit a salas – a countryside estate – where you’ll get to sample Serbian fare.
– Novi Sad Walking Tour: Embark on an interesting walking tour of the city of Novi Sad.

Day 9

Belgrade

Choose between today’s fascinating excursions and enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner this evening:

– Let’s Go: “I Bike Belgrade” Tour: Go on a half-day bike ride around Belgrade.
– Belgrade City Tour with Visit to the Royal Grounds of Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace: Board a motorcoach and tour Belgrade before visiting the Royal Palace, the White Palace, the chapel, and the grounds.

Day 10

Belgrade (Disembark)

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport for your flight.

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Departure: May to Nov
VISITING: Belgrade Novi Sad Batina - Ilok Budapest Bratislava Vienna
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VISITING: Belgrade Novi Sad Batina Budapest Bratislava Vienna
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Departure: January
VISITING: Vienna Weissenkirchen / Melk Engelhartszell / Passau / Vilshofen Deggendorf & Straubing Regensburg Nuremberg Bamberg Würzburg Miltenberg Mainz Rastatt (Baden-Baden) – Strasbourg Breisach Basel
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Departure: May to Oct
VISITING: Arrive to Belgrade (EMBARK) Belgrade Novi Sad Satina > Ilok Budapest Bratislava Vienna Spitz > Grein Passau > Vilshofen Deggendorf Regensburg Nuremberg Disembark > Transfer to Prague Prague Depart Prague
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Vienna & Capital Cities of the Danube Cruise Review

A wonderful cruise, I have absolutely no complaints and nothing but glowing recommendations for this cruise. The excursions were just what I was looking for, something interesting to do that I could think back on fondly. Had lots of fun and had an easy time making friends, I would 100% recommend this for anyone who wants a more easy-going cruise but with some level of activity, given that you don’t choose the more active or strenuous excursions of course.

Peter Elbertson, York

Vienna & Capital Cities of the Danube Cruise FAQs

How many countries will we be visiting during this cruise?

You’ll get to experience the unique charms of five different countries during your cruise: Austria, Croatia, Hungary, Serbia, and Slovakia.

Will I have access to Wi-Fi while on board?

Yes, you will be able to access free Wi-Fi while aboard the ship.

Are on board gratuities included in the cruise?

Yes, gratuities for onboard personnel – such as ship staff, crew, and the Cruise/Tour Manager – are included in your cruise.

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