From the Danube to the Tisza, through the Real Hungary

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From Budapest to Tokaj, between wild beauty and authenticity, take a journey to the heart of Eastern countries. Cruise from the Danube to the Tisza discovering unique and treasured traditions throughout Hungary, Croatia and Serbia. Experience 9 unforgettable days during which you will visit cities full of culture, history and breathtaking architecture and lan...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Embark on an authentic journey to the heart of traditions and unspoilt wilderness
    • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: Opusztaszer National Historical Heritage Park
    • Pécs, known for its rich history and incontestable charm
    • Szeged, a dazzling Hungarian city
    • Hortobagy Nature Park, the largest steppe in all Central Europe
    • Tokaj and its wines*

What's this trip about?

    From Budapest to Tokaj, between wild beauty and authenticity, take a journey to the heart of Eastern countries. Cruise from the Danube to the Tisza discovering unique and treasured traditions throughout Hungary, Croatia and Serbia. Experience 9 unforgettable days during which you will visit cities full of culture, history and breathtaking architecture and landscapes.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityBudapest
End CityTokaj

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Budapest

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - the excursions mentioned in the program - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 BUDAPEST (Hungary)(1)

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail with the crew before dinner. We'll head out for a tour of Budapest "by night".

Day 2 BUDAPEST - MOHACS

Join us for a guided tour of Budapest.In the afternoon, we'll leave on an excursion to Gödöllö Palace. It is famous for being a favorite place of Empress Sissi. Our ship will cruise to Mohacs.

Day 2 BUDAPEST - MOHACS

Join us for a guided tour of Budapest.In the afternoon, we'll leave on an excursion to Gödöllö Palace. It is famous for being a favorite place of Empress Sissi. Our ship will cruise to Mohacs.

Day 3 MOHACS - NOVI SAD (Serbia)

We'll reach Mohacs and set out on a tour of Pécs, regional center of southern Hungary. We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Novi Sad.

Day 3 MOHACS - NOVI SAD (Serbia)

We'll reach Mohacs and set out on a tour of Pécs, regional center of southern Hungary. We'll spend the afternoon cruising to Novi Sad.

Day 4 NOVI SAD - KANJIZA

Join us for an excursion to Novi Sad, the industrial and financial center of the Serbian economy and a major cultural center. After our tour, we'll begin to cruise on the Tisza, the largest river in Hungary, passing through unforgettable countryside. Enjoy an evening of entertainment. We'll continue on to Kanjiza.

Day 4 NOVI SAD - KANJIZA

Join us for an excursion to Novi Sad, the industrial and financial center of the Serbian economy and a major cultural center. After our tour, we'll begin to cruise on the Tisza, the largest river in Hungary, passing through unforgettable countryside. Enjoy an evening of entertainment. We'll continue on to Kanjiza.

Day 5 KANJIZA - SZEGED (Hungary)

Once we arrive in Szeged, join us for a optional guided tour of the city. The afternoon and evening are free to do as you please.

Day 5 KANJIZA - SZEGED (Hungary)

Once we arrive in Szeged, join us for a guided tour of the city. The afternoon and evening are free to do as you please.

Day 6 SZEGED - CSONGRAD - SZOLNOK

We'll begin to cruise early in the morning towards Csongrád. Join us for an excursion to Ópusztaszer National Heritage Park. We'll continue to cruise across the Great Plains in Southern Hungary, before reaching Szolnok in the evening.

Day 6 SZEGED - CSONGRAD - SZOLNOK

We'll begin to cruise early in the morning towards Csongrád. Join us for an excursion to Ópusztaszer National Heritage Park. We'll continue to cruise across the Great Plains in Southern Hungary, before reaching Szolnok in the evening.

Day 7 SZOLNOK - TISZAFURED - LAKE TISZA

We'll cruise across Lake Tisza, the second largest lake in Hungary - a true paradise in the middle of the Great Hungarian Plain. Once we arrive in Tiszafüred, join us for an optional excursion to Hortobágy, one of the largest stretches of meadowlands in the Puszta. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 7 SZOLNOK - TISZAFURED - LAKE TISZA

We'll cruise across Lake Tisza, the second largest lake in Hungary - a true paradise in the middle of the Great Hungarian Plain. Once we arrive in Tiszafüred, join us for an excursion to Hortobágy, one of the largest stretches of meadowlands in the Puszta. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 8 TISZAFURED - TOKAJ

We'll have an early morning start heading towards Tokaj. Join us for a guided tour of this wine-growing region, famous the world over for its sweet Tokaji Aszu wine*. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 8 TISZAFURED - TOKAJ

We'll have an early morning start heading towards Tokaj. Join us for a guided tour of this wine-growing region, famous the world over for its sweet Tokaji Aszu wine*. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 9 TOKAJ(1)

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,422
Price per day$269
Last Updated: 2/27/2025
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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Valid national identity card or passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.,
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