Danube to the Black Sea 9 night Cruise Only - from £2648

9 night - Cruise Only

from £2648pp

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Enjoy a hotel stay in the Romanian capital of Bucharest, admire the stunning scenery of the UNESCO-listed Danube Delta, and cruise through seven incredible countries on this unique Danube to the Black Sea voyage

Discover the natural beauty of the UNESCO-listed Danube Delta and explore the contrasting capital cities of Bucharest, Belgrade, Budapest and Bratislava on this special voyage along the Danube.

See the sights of the Romanian capital of Bucharest during an overnight hotel stay, before embarking your luxurious ship and cruising to the breathtaking Danube Delta, teeming with wildlife. Perhaps take the optional safari boat excursion along the beautiful channels which make up the Delta, before heading to the quaint town of Hirsova, overlooked by the magnificent Lipovan Church.

Admire stunning scenery as you cruise the famous Iron Gates en route to the Serbian capital of Belgrade at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, and home to the largest Orthodox church in Serbia, the striking St Sava Church.

From Mohacs, take the opportunity to visit the vast plains of the Puszta, and explore the Hungarian capital of Budapest, where iconic sights include the Hungarian Parliament and ornate Fisherman's Bastion, before admiring the impressive Bratislava Castle which towers above the Slovakian capital of Bratislava.

L155 Operated by Amadeus River Cruises

Cruise Includes

Port taxes

Gratuities

9-night full board cruise

Complimentary WiFi on board

Complimentary bicycles on board

Wireless AMADEUS Audio System for all excursions

Cocktail reception, welcome dinner and gala dinner

Complimentary bottled water in cabin replenished daily

Return flights from the UK and overseas transfers (2026 only)

Complimentary wine, draft beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board plus tea and coffee available all day

Itineraries

Day 1 UK - Bucharest (Romania)

Fly from the UK to Bucharest and enjoy an overnight stay in a centrally located hotel. Welcome Dinner this evening.
Day 2 Bucharest - Fetesti

After breakfast, check-out of the hotel and enjoy an optional city tour of Bucharest, with highlights including the magnificent Parliament Palace, the spectacular Opera House and beautiful Triumph Arch, inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, with lunch in a local restaurant before continuing your tour through the historic centre on foot. Admire the Stavropoleos Church, one of the oldest in the city, before transferring to Fetesti port to embark your ship. Welcome Cocktail and Welcome Dinner this evening.
Day 3 Danube Delta - St George

Admire the stunning scenery of the Danube Delta. This morning is spent cruising St George, one of the main channels in the Delta. The Danube Delta is where the Black Sea meets the Danube and is a UNESCO site with nearly thirty different ecosystems and a variety of wildlife. You can observe daily life in the fishing village of St George or take the optional Delta Safari boat excursion (only bookable on board). Watch the sunset over the Danube Delta during dinner this evening.
Day 4 Hirsova

Your ship arrives in the beautiful town of Hirsova where you can see the Roman Ruins of Carsium and the unique Lipovan Church which overlooks the town. In the distance are the Cliffs of Danube and the historic city of Constanta. Perhaps take the optional excursion to Constanta and the Black Sea coast.
Day 5 Svishtov (Bulgaria)

Cruise through the breathtaking Bulgarian countryside past traditional villages. There is an optional excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, the oldest town in Bulgaria, which is located at the foot of the Balkan Mountains.
Day 6 Iron Gates

Your ship cruises the dramatic Iron Gates, a narrow gorge which separates the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains, and offers breathtaking scenery.
Day 7 Belgrade (Serbia)

Belgrade is the beautiful capital of Serbia and is located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Key sights include the impressive Kalemegdan-Belgrade Fortress, the Parliament and the magnificent St Sava Church, Serbia's largest Orthodox church. Belgrade has a lively pedestrian area as well as a variety of museums, from the Nikola Tesla Museum to the Aeronautical Museum. There is an optional city tour available. An alternative trip to Topola and Oplenac, in the heart of Serbia, is available to those interested in the Royal Serbian Dynasty. Rejoin the ship for lunch as the vessel continues along the Danube.
Day 8 Mohacs (Hungary)

Visit the Hungarian town of Mohacs which has a fascinating history as two important battles took place here, one in 1526 and the other in 1687. This afternoon relax onboard or take the optional excursion to the Puszta with its endless plain.
Day 9 Budapest

The Hungarian capital of Budapest is home to several UNESCO-listed sights, including Heroes Square and the Buda Castle quarter. The city is also home to the iconic Hungarian Parliament, the third largest Parliament building in the world, and eighty geothermal hot springs. The covered market is popular with the locals and has delicious fresh produce as well as the famous Hungarian paprika. Perhaps join the optional city tour or optional excursion to the Royal Palace of Godollo, before returning to the ship and enjoying a special Hungarian evening on board followed by a cruise along the illuminated waterfront.
Day 10 Bratislava (Slovakia)

Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and home to the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra. The spectacular Bratislava Castle towers over the city, while Michael's Gate is the perfect place to start a stroll through the historic centre where sights include St Martin's cathedral. Perhaps join the optional city tour, or join an excursion to the Baroque-classicist Primatial Palace. Captain's Gala Dinner on board this evening.
Day 11 Vienna (Austria) - UK

After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK.

Day 1 UK - Vienna (Austria)

Fly from the UK to Vienna and embark the ship. Welcome Cocktail followed by a Welcome Dinner this evening.
Day 2 Vienna - Bratislava (Slovakia)

Bratislava is the capital of Slovakia and home to the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra. The spectacular Bratislava Castle towers over the city, while Michael's Gate is the perfect place to start a stroll through the historic centre where sights include St Martin's cathedral and the Primatial Palace. Optional excursions in the afternoon include a visit to the Imperial Schlosshof Palace, or the Little Carpathian wine route.
Day 3 Esztergom (Hungary) - Budapest

This morning arrive in Esztergom. Disembark for an optional excursion to Esztergom and Szentendre, a small riverside town, or relax on board whilst cruising to Budapest. This afternoon there is an optional city tour before scenic 'Budapest by Night' cruising with a folklore show on board.
Day 4 Mohacs - Vukovar (Croatia)

You arrive in Mohacs early in the morning, and depart again directly after breakfast, heading towards Croatia. This afternoon there is an optional excursion to Osijek and Kopacki Rit Nature Park. Kopacki Rit is one of Europe's largest wetlands, home to more than 290 species of birds
Day 5 Belgrade (Serbia)

Belgrade is the beautiful capital of Serbia and is located at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Key sights include the impressive Kalemegdan-Belgrade Fortress, the Parliament and the magnificent St Sava Church, Serbia's largest Orthodox church. Belgrade has a lively pedestrian area as well as a variety of museums, from the Nikola Tesla Museum to the Aeronautical Museum. Today's optional excursions include a morning city tour of Belgrade, an excursion to Topola and Oplenac and an evening visit to the artist's quarter Skadarlija.
Day 6 Iron Gates

Your ship cruises the dramatic Iron Gates, a narrow gorge which separates the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains, and offers breathtaking scenery.
Day 7 Svishtov (Bulgaria) - Giurgui (Romania)

Disembark this morning in Svishtov for an optional excursion to Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi including lunch. Alternatively, explore the city of Rousse and head towards the rock monastery of Basarbovo, an active cave monastery which was built in the 16th century. Rejoin the ship in Giurgiu ready for this evening's Gala Dinner.
Day 8 Danube Delta - St George

This morning is spent cruising St George, one of the main channels in the Delta. The Danube Delta is where the Black Sea meets the Danube and is a UNESCO site with nearly thirty different ecosystems and a variety of wildlife. Optional 'Delta Nature Experience' boat excursion (only bookable on board)
Day 9 Fetesti - Bucharest

Disembark and transfer to a centrally located hotel in Bucharest. Enjoy a city tour of Bucharest with included lunch. Farewell Dinner this evening.
Day 10 Bucharest - UK

Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK.

Date and Prices

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July 2026 Depatures & Prices	Cat C-4	Cat C-1	Cat B-4	Cat B-1	Cat A-1	Suite
Mon 06 Jul *Best Price Amadeus Cara	£2648pp	£2954pp	£3313pp	£3539pp	£3819pp	£4370pp
Mon 13 Jul Amadeus Cara	£2882pp	£3222pp	£3623pp	£3867pp	£4180pp	£4790pp

August 2026 Depatures & Prices	Cat C-4	Cat C-1	Cat B-4	Cat B-1	Cat A-1	Suite
Tue 18 Aug Amadeus Cara	£2882pp	£3222pp	£3623pp	£3867pp	£4180pp	£4790pp

September 2026 Depatures & Prices	Cat C-4	Cat C-1	Cat B-4	Cat B-1	Cat A-1	Suite
Wed 16 Sep *Best Price Amadeus Nova	£2648pp	£2954pp	£3313pp	£3539pp	£3819pp	£4370pp
Wed 23 Sep Amadeus Nova	£2882pp	£3222pp	£3623pp	£3867pp	£4180pp	£4790pp

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