14 Day Danube River Cruise with Warsaw, Krakow & Budapest

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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • In Warsaw, along the Royal Route, view historic monuments and residences Admire the historic 16th century Wawel Royal Castle in medieval Krakow View Vienna with its magnificent Baroque palaces, parks and monuments Visit Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities

What's this trip about?

    2 Warsaw, 2 Krakow, 1 Budapest , 7 Cruise

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age range18 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Flights New York-Warsaw, Munich-New York Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline taxes & fuel surcharges 12 nights accommodations
    • 2 nights Warsaw 2 nights Krakow 1 night Budapest 7 nights outside cabin aboard the Deluxe Monarch Queen or the First Class Monarch Governess River port charges of $190 per person Cruise & hotel porterage All transfers included only with airfare purchase on package arrival & departure dates† 27 meals: 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 9 dinners Cruise director & activities host throughout cruise Tour manager in Warsaw, Krakow & Budapest Services of local guides in all major cities Shore excursions per itinerary Entrance fees per itinerary Comfortable wireless earphones for enhanced touring during excursions

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Itinerary

DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Poland
Depart for Poland

DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Warsaw
Arrive in Warsaw, Poland's capital and cultural center of the country. Transfer to the hotel; the remainder of the day is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Drink and orientation meeting with your tour manager at the hotel at approximately 6 PM, followed by a brie...
DAY 3, Monday - Warsaw City Tour
Today's introduction to the bustling metropolis of Warsaw includes both banks of the Vistula River. Visit glorious Lazienki Park, built in the 17th century, one of the jewels of the city. Here, view the large bronze statue of Frederic Chopin, the famed Polish composer an...
DAY 4, Tuesday - Jasna Gora Monastery
Depart Warsaw and travel south to Czestochowa, known for the famous Pauline monastery of Jasna Gora, home of the Black Madonna painting, a shrine to the Virgin Mary. Every year millions of pilgrims from all over the world come to Czestochowa to visit the shrine as it is ...
DAY 5, Wednesday - Krakow City Tour & Auschwitz
Morning tour of medieval Krakow begins at the Jewish Quarter and the Ghetto, with ancient synagogues. View Ghetto Heroes Square with the Jewish Ghetto Memorial, dedicated to the Jewish citizens, who never returned, called "Lonely chairs". Visit the historic 16th century ...
DAY 6, Thursday - Scenic Drive to Budapest
Today drive through the scenic Tatra Mountains and the wooded countryside of Slovakia before reaching the Danube Valley and the city of Budapest in the late afternoon. Often called "The Paris of the East," Budapest is one of Europe's most delightful cities. Time to relax...
DAY 7, Friday - Budapest Castle District Tour & Cruise Embarkation
Begin the day with a tour of the Budapest Castle District. Stroll around cobbled streets of the Castle Hill quarter and learn about its fascinating history. View the Royal Palace and visit the 13th century Matthias Church, the coronation site of Hungarian kings. From Fis...
DAY 8, Saturday - Budapest City Tour
Your morning tour begins on the Pest side of the city; view the Parliament, City Park and Heroes Square. Cross to Buda to see the Royal Palace, Matthias Church and the graceful medieval architecture along the cobbled streets. Explore the city's wonderful shops and cafes ...
DAY 9, Sunday - Bratislava City Tour
This morning, enjoy the tranquil scenery as you sail along the scenic Danube. In the late afternoon, arrive in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, a mix of modern and Baroque architecture. This capital city is among the youngest in Europe, yet retains a rich history dat...
DAY 10, Monday - Vienna City Tour
Your morning tour of romantic Vienna introduces you to this Imperial city with its legendary opulence and elegance. Drive along the famed Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard lined with magnificent Baroque palaces, parks and monuments. View the lavish Hofburg Palace, and...
DAY 11, Tuesday - Melk Abbey
This morning, arrive in the village of Durnstein, one of the prettiest towns on the Danube. Free time to stroll this quintessential village in the heart of the Wachau wine district. Walk along medieval cobblestone streets revealing 16th-century town houses and wine taver...
DAY 12, Wednesday - Full Day in Passau
Today presents a wonderful opportunity to join the optional full day tour to beautiful Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and setting for the Sound of Music. The walking tour will include some of Salzburg's most historic sites including the Mirabell Palace, the Abbey, Sa...
DAY 13, Thursday - Regensburg City Tour
Arrive in Regensburg this morning, one of Germany's largest and best preserved medieval cities designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided walking tour highlights the city's stunning architecture as you view the Old Town Hall, the Dom St. Peter, and the Porta Pra...
DAY 14, Friday - Depart Germany
This morning transfer to the airport in Munich for your departure flight. The Munich airport is approximately a 1.5 hour drive from the port. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 AM Meals: Breakfast

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Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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