Blue Danube to Black Sea 11 night Cruise Only - from £2827

11 night - Cruise Only

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Cruise from Vienna along the Blue Danube, through the Iron Gates and on towards the Black Sea, with an optional excursion to the Danube Delta

Cruise through five magnificent countries, along the River Danube towards the Danube Delta.

Explore the Austrian capital of Vienna, where there is the chance to visit the elegant Schonbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Emperor of Austria. Visit Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, dominated to the north by the slopes of the southern tip of the Little Carpathians and bathed by the Danube. Cruise through Hungary, visiting the capital of Budapest, and Kalocsa, where there is an optional visit to the Puszta horses.

Discover the highlights of Serbia including Novi Sad and Belgrade, before spending an entire day cruising through the dramatic Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube that forms part of the boundary between Serbia and Romania. A highlight of this cruise is an optional visit to the Danube Delta to enjoy the flora and fauna.

E154 Operated by CroisiEurope

Cruise Includes

Port taxes

Cruise Manager

Gala farewell dinner

Entertainment on board

All meals aboard ship plus tea or coffee after lunch and dinner

Unlimited complimentary house wine, beer, mineral water and soft drinks on board

11-nights accommodation on board ship in air-conditioned twin/double cabin with shower and toilet

Itineraries

Day 1 Vienna (Austria)

Embark your ship in Vienna, at 6pm. This evening perhaps enjoy a Viennese concert.
Day 2 Vienna - Bratislava (Slovakia)

Today choose from two excursions. Enjoy a guided visit of Schönbrunn Palace and with its magnificent park, the former summer residence of the Emperor of Austria and his family, or experience the high art of Viennese living with a stroll through the city and visit back stage in the Konzerthaus concert hall. Cruise on to Bratislava. Perhaps enjoy a guided tour of Bratislava, dominated to the north by the slopes of the southern tip of the Little Carpathians and bathed by the Danube. Its charm is found in its old town, with its splendid Baroque palaces, churches and pleasant squares. Alternatively, join a hiking excursion. Cruise on to Budapest.
Day 3 Budapest (Hungary)

Today choose from a sightseeing tour of Budapest, once two distinct cities that united only in 1873. Buda, on one bank with its rolling hills and valleys; and Pest, on the other, with its flatter landscape that offers a panoramic view over the banks of the Danube. Both are on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Alternatively, explore Budapest by bike. You'll see all the important sights of the city on an easy-paced ride, cycling through the historical centre of Hungarian culture and many other legendary sites in Budapest. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon, or take an optional excursion to Gellert baths and spa. This evening, an optional excursion allows you to experience an evening of traditional Hungarian entertainment. Cruise through the night.
Day 4 Kalocsa - Mohacs - Bezdan (Serbia)

Arrive in Kalocsa for an optional excursion to visit the Puszta, the Pannonian steppe grasslands. Enjoy a horse show, before returning on board and cruising towards Mohacs and Novi Sad. Cruise through the night.
Day 5 Novi Sad - Belgrade

Arrive in Novi Sad and choose from two optional excursions: a guided visit of Novi Sad, the industrial and financial center of the Serbian economy and a major cultural centre; or a walk to the Petrovaradin fortress - leave the ship for an energetic walk to the Petrovaradin Fortress. Stroll along the riverfront before climbing the 200 steps up to the fortress. The view from the fort is splendid. Take in the scenery with an afternoon cruising, before arriving in the Serbian capital in the evening. In the evening, join an optional evening of traditional entertainment in Belgrade.
Day 6 Belgrade - Donji Milanovac

Today choose from two optional excursions. Enjoy a guided tour of Belgrade. Known for its high cultural influence during the Turkish occupation, the city charms us with its Eastern, Slavic and Austrian heritage. The lively Terazije Square is considered the heart of the city. Alternatively, take a Biking in Belgrade excursion. Cycle along the history-filled streets with a guide, who'll explain the city's recent past from World War II to current times. The afternoon will be spent cruising to Donji Milanovac.
Day 7 Donji Milanovac - Iron Gates

The entire day will be spent cruising on the Danube. The ship will pass through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube that forms part of the boundary between Serbia and Romania. It was called "The Cauldrons” by ancient sailors, since the water, held tightly between two steep cliffs, seems to be boiling. On the Serbian bank of the river, we'll catch a glimpse of the Tabula Traiana - a marble plaque honoring the Roman Road that once linked Rome to the province of Dacia. Tonight is the gala evening and dinner.
Day 8 Ruse (Bulgaria)

Arrive in Ruse. Join us an optional excursion: Tour of the canyon-shaped valley along the Rusenski Lom River, and the Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo, a group of monolithic churches, chapels and monasteries hewn out of solid rock. There is also an optional Tour of Ruse. Enjoy dinner and an evening of traditional entertainment on board.
Day 9 Ruse - Giurgiu (Romania) - Fetesti Cernavoda

Cruise to Giurgiu. Join an optional excursion for a guided tour of Bucharest. Bucharest offers a striking combination of architectural styles: Curtea Veche, the ruins of a 15th-century palace built during the rule of Vlad III Dracula, orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, Communist-inspired architecture, and the Parliament (outside only - entrance fees not included). Return on board in Fetesti Cernavoda, then depart for Tulcea. Enjoy an evening of dancing.
Day 10 Tulcea

From Tulcea, choose between two optional excursions. Tour the Danube Delta and enjoy the flora and fauna, see the multiple natural and artificial canals, and walk away with impressions that will last a lifetime. Alternatively, board a 7-passenger speed boat to tour the Danube Delta and enjoy the flora and fauna. Return on board in Tulcea. Enjoy a traditional folklore evening as the ship cruises through the night.
Day 11 Fetesti Cernavoda.

In the afternoon, there is an optional excursion to Constanta.
Day 12 Oltenita

Arrive early in the morning in Oltenita. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m

Day 1 Oltenita (Romania)

Embark your ship in Oltenita at 6pm.
Day 2 Fetesti - Tulcea

We'll spend the whole day cruising towards the Danube Delta. Enjoy dinner and a traditional folklore evening.
Day 3 Danube Delta

In the morning, join one of two optional excursions. Tour the Danube Delta and walk away with impressions that will last a lifetime. Alternatively, explore the Delta Danube on a speed boat. On board a 7-passenger speed boat, you'll tour the Danube Delta and enjoy the flora and fauna. Cruise to Oltenita and travel through Romania.
Day 4 Oltenita - Giurgiu - Ruse (Bulgaria)

Join an optional excursion for a guided visit of Bucharest. Bucharest offers a striking combination of architectural styles: orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, Communist-inspired architecture, and the Parliament (outside only - entrance fees not included.) Cruise to Ruse, one of the biggest ports in Bulgaria. Enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment.
Day 5 Ruse (Bulgaria)

Today there is an optional excursion for a tour of Ruse. The city is impressive with its broad avenues, large squares and wonderful buildings which pay tribute to the architecture of the national Renaissance. After the tour, return to the ship and begin to cruise all afternoon. Pass through two countries, Romania on the left bank and Bulgaria on the right bank.
Day 6 Iron Gates

The day will be spent cruising on the Danube sailing through Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia. Our ship will pass through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube between the Carpathians and the Balkans. On the Serbian bank of the river, we'll catch a glimpse of the Tabula Traiana - a marble plaque honoring the Roman Road that once linked Rome to the province of Dacia.
Day 7 Belgrade (Serbia) - Novi Sad

Arrive in Belgrade and choose from two optional excursions. Enjoy a guided tour of the Serbian capital, or go Biking in Belgrade. You'll cycle along the history-filled streets with your guide, who'll explain the city's recent past from World War II to current times. After the tour, return to the ship. There is an optional guided tour of Novi Sad. Start cruising towards Mohacs.
Day 8 Mohacs (Hungary) - Kalocsa

Arrive in Mohacs. In the afternoon, perhaps join an optional excursion to The Puszta. Return on board in Kalocsa and cruise to Budapest. Enjoy a Hungarian feast this evening.
Day 9 Budapest

Today there are two optional excursions to choose from. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of Budapest, once two distinct cities that united only in 1873. Alternatively, explore Budapest by bike. You'll see all the important sights of the city on an easy-paced ride, cycling through the historical center of Hungarian culture and many other legendary sites in Budapest. Enjoy a free afternoon in Budapest. Perhaps join an optional excursion proposed (not included in the packages): Discover the Gellert Baths and Spa. After, cruise to Bratislava.
Day 10 Bratislava (Slovakia)

Arrive in Bratislava. Choose from two optional excursions. Join a guided tour of Bratislava. The charm of the Slovakian capital lies in its old city: splendid Baroque palaces, churches and pleasant squares. Alternatively, go Hiking in Bratislava: The Little Carpathians. From Devin Castle, we'll take in the splendid view of Bratislava. Cruise on to Vienna.
Day 11 Vienna (Austria)

Today there is the opportunity to visit Schoenbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the imperial family, and panoramic tour of Vienna. Alternatively, experience the high art of Viennese living: Music and Viennese cafes. Stroll through the city and visit back stage in the Konzerthaus concert hall. After the tour, enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry. This afternoon you'll be free to explore the city on your own in the afternoon. Join an optional excursion proposed (not included in the packages): Horse-drawn carriage ride though Vienna. In the evening, join an optional excursion for both packages: Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability.)
Day 12 Vienna

Disembark at 9am

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