European River CruiseDanube Waltz
DAYS 8
FROM (PER PERSON) $1,199
GUIDED TOUR 6
TIME OF YEAR MAR - NOV
DESTINATIONS Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany
DAYS
8
FROM (PER PERSON)
$1,199
GUIDED TOUR
6
TIME OF YEAR
MAR – NOV
DESTINATIONS
Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany
Cruise to enchanting destinations
Embark on an 8-day adventure through Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Linz, and Passau. Discover the beauty of the Danube River, visit Vienna’s grand architecture, explore historic towns like Krems, and enjoy the scenic landscapes of Linz and Passau, with highlights including the rich culture of Budapest and the medieval charm of Bratislava.
Bratislava Beer Tasting & Dinner
Enjoy a tour of Bratislava’s brewery houses, sampling craft beers and traditional Slovakian dishes. Visit the Sladovna, House of Beer, and the Abbey Brewery, where you’ll learn about their history and enjoy a meal with local brews before returning to your ship.
Hungarian Horsemen
Visit a Hungarian horse farm in Lajosmizse, where you’ll witness skilled horsemanship and enjoy a traditional show. Afterward, take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the park, meeting local farm animals, and enjoy a taste of pálinka, a Hungarian fruit brandy.
Flightseeing Over Passau
Take a private 45-minute charter flight over the stunning landscapes of Germany and Austria, including Passau, the Austrian Alps, and Salzburg. Fly past iconic sights like Eagle’s Nest, the Dachstein Mountains, and the 900-year-old Festung Hohensalzburg, capturing breathtaking views along the way.
8-Day ItineraryDay-by-Day
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Full Itinerary View
DAY
1
Budapest, Hungary
Discover the Castle District of Buda and the contemporary charm of Pest, situated on opposite banks of the Danube River.
Day 1Budapest, Hungary
Included Excursion
Budapest By Night
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
Discover Budapest by night on a panoramic drive through its iconic sights. Admire the twinkling lights along the Danube, including illuminated bridges like Liberty Bridge, and landmarks like Gellért Hill and Buda Castle. Enjoy views of the Parliament building and cap your tour with a glass of sparkling wine at a riverside bar.
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
2 hours
DAY
2
Budapest, Hungary
Walk across the Chain Bridge, explore a museum, or relax at a thermal spa in the “Paris of the East.”
Day 2Budapest, Hungary
Cross the Chain Bridge, browse a museum or visit a thermal spa in the “Paris of the East.”
Included Excursion
Panoramic Budapest
ACTIVITY
8 Activities
Explore Budapest’s iconic sights with a panoramic tour of modern Pest and historic Buda. Visit Andrássy Avenue, Heroes’ Square, the Castle District, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Matthias Church. Enjoy views of the Chain Bridge and free time at Buda Hill Castle before returning to your ship.
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
3 h 30 mins
Upgraded Excursions
Hungarian Horsemen
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
Visit a Hungarian horse farm in Lajosmizse, where you’ll witness skilled horsemanship and enjoy a traditional show. Afterward, take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the park, meeting local farm animals, and enjoy a taste of pálinka, a Hungarian fruit brandy.
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 h & 30 mins
Grand Market: Flavors of Hungary
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
Browse the vibrant stalls of Budapest’s Grand Market Hall, a historic 19th-century marketplace. With your guide, explore its layout, from fresh produce and pastries on the ground floor to eateries and souvenirs upstairs. Visit the basement for butcher and fish vendors. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore, then savor Hungarian delicacies at a nearby restaurant.
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 hours
DAY
3
Bratislava, Slovakia
Explore a city steeped in history, featuring Hapsburg-era palaces and the majestic Bratislava Castle.
Day 3Bratislava, Slovakia
Explore a city steeped in history, featuring Hapsburg-era palaces and the majestic Bratislava Castle.
Included Excursion
Bratislava Walking Tour
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
Explore Bratislava’s compact charm on this excursion, starting along the Amber Road, an ancient trade route. Visit the Gothic Universitas Istropolitana, Slovakia’s first university. Admire the Roland Fountain in the main square and see the Grassalkovich Palace and Archbishop’s Palace. Finish with a visit to St. Martin’s Cathedral, home to Hungarian coronations for over 250 years.
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
2 hours
Upgraded Excursion
Bratislava Hike
ACTIVITY
7 Activities
Hike through Bratislava’s old town, visiting landmarks like the Slovak Philharmonic Hall, St. Martin’s Cathedral, and Bratislava Castle with panoramic views. Continue through narrow streets, seeing the old city walls, Primatial Palace, and Old Town Hall before returning to your ship.
INTENSITY
Demanding Intensity
Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpaved surfaces and/or multiple stairs and steep inclines. Total time walking or standing may exceed 3 hours.
DURATION
2 h & 30 mins
Bratislava Beer Tasting & Dinner
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
Dine at Bratislava’s brewery houses and sample a variety of beers. Start at the medieval Sladovna, House of Beer, and taste a craft brew. Then, visit the Klastorny Pivovar (Abbey Brewery) to enjoy two of its finest beers while learning about its history. Finish with a traditional meal and beer before returning to your ship.
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 h & 30 mins
DAY
4
Vienna, Austria
Appreciate Vienna’s architectural beauty and explore its rich classical music history.
Day 4Vienna, Austria
Appreciate Vienna’s architectural beauty and explore its rich classical music history.
Included Excursion
Panoramic Vienna
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 h and 30 mins
Upgraded Excursion
Vienna’s Countryside by E-Bike
ACTIVITY
6 Activities
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
4 hours
Heurigen Dinner
ACTIVITY
3 Activities
Toast the season’s wine at a lively Heurigen dinner in Grinzing, a charming vineyard village near Vienna. Celebrate Austria’s wine harvest tradition with local food, wine, and live music in a festive atmosphere. Your guide will take you to a local vineyard where you’ll enjoy delicious dishes and good cheer, either on the outdoor terrace or in a cozy dining room.
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 h & 30 mins
DAY
5
Krems, Austria
Visit Göttweig Abbey, taking in its stunning ceiling frescoes, impressive staircase, library, and church.
Day 5Krems, Austria
Visit Göttweig Abbey, taking in its stunning ceiling frescoes, impressive staircase, library, and church.
Upgraded Excursion
Wachau Valley by Bicycle
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
Cycle the scenic Danube to Dürnstein on an electric bike, enjoying stunning views of vine-covered hills and meadows. After exploring the picturesque village, return to Krems, passing lush vineyards along the way.
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
2 h & 30 mins
Privileged Access
Göttweig Abbey with Apricot Dumpling Demonstration
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
Visit Göttweig Abbey with stunning views over the Wachau Valley. Enjoy a welcome drink, explore the church and museum, and admire the Imperial Staircase. Then, learn to make apricot dumplings and savor them with coffee or tea before returning to your ship.
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 hours
Göttweig Abbey
ACTIVITY
6 Activities
Visit Göttweig Abbey with stunning views of the Wachau Valley. Enjoy sparkling apricot wine, explore the church, museum, and climb the Imperial Staircase to admire artwork and frescoes.
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
3 hours
DAY
6
Linz, Austria
Day 6Linz, Austria
Included Excursion
Linz Walking Tour
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
2 hours
Upgraded Excursion
Český Krumlov on Foot
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
8 h & 30 mins
Austrian Countryside
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
4 h & 30 mins
DAY
7
Passau, Germany
Explore the historic old town and admire the elegant patrician houses, along with Passau’s beautifully adorned cathedral.
Day 7Passau, Germany
Included Excursion
Passau Walking Tour
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
1 h & 30 mins
Upgraded Excursion
Bavarian Farm & Countryside
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
2 h & 30 mins
Flightseeing Over Passau
ACTIVITY
4 Activities
Take a private charter flight over Germany and Austria’s stunning landscapes, including Passau, Eagle’s Nest, the Austrian Alps, and Salzburg. Enjoy a 45-minute journey with breathtaking views, from rivers and lakes to historical landmarks and mountain peaks.
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
2 h & 30 mins
DAY
8
Passau, Germany
Say goodbye to your fellow travelers and head home, or choose to extend your adventure by joining one of our additional tours.
Day 8Passau, Germany
Included Excursion
Nuremberg Through History
ACTIVITY
5 Activities
Explore Nuremberg’s Old Town, surrounded by 14th-century walls and gates. Learn about the city’s history as a toy-making hub and see the grounds of Nazi rallies. Pass the Palace of Justice and admire the Imperial Palace. Stroll through Market Square, famous for its gingerbread and the Gothic Schöner Brunnen. End with free time to explore.
INTENSITY
Moderate Intensity
Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
DURATION
4 hours
Upgraded Excursion
Surviving the War: Art in Nuremberg
ACTIVITY
6 Activities
INTENSITY
Easy Intensity
Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
DURATION
3 hours
Viking Inclusive Value
Services and Excursions Include:
- One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call
- Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)
- Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
- 24-hour specialty coffees, teas & bottled water
- Port taxes & fees
- Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase
- Visits to UNESCO Sites
- Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances
Your Stateroom Include:
- River-view stateroom
- Bottled water replenished daily
- 110/220 volt outlets
- Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed) with luxury linens & pillows
- Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror
- Premium Freyja toiletries
- Plush robes & slippers (upon request)
- 40" or 42" flat-screen Sony TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more
- Telephone, safe, refrigerator
- Individual climate control
- *All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.
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