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Highlights of the Danube

Save up to $1,600* per couple!

Budapest to Munich or V.V

8 Days

River Cruise Holiday

Multiple departures

from
$4,095*
per person twin share

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Overview

Cruise with Travelmarvel from Budapest to Passau. Explore traditional villages along the enchanting Danube and experience traditional Bavarian festivities.

Inclusions

  • Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
  • Services of a Travelmarvel  Cruise Director and local guides
  • 20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
  • Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
  • Transfers, port charges and tipping
  • Explore seven towns, villages and cities
  • Visit Aldersbach Brewery and enjoy traditional Bavarian food and entertainment
     

Advertised price based on July 2027

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Budapest, Embark Ship

Welcome to Budapest, the historic Hungarian capital. Once you’ve arrived at the airport, you’ll be transferred to your river ship, docked on the Danube River.

Stay: Seven Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

Daily: Dinner

Day 2 Budapest

Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights. Back on board this evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner while you cruise.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Bratislava

Today, explore Slovakia’s capital, Bratislava, on a guided walking tour through the charming Old Town. Stroll its picturesque streets and visit notable landmarks, including St. Martin’s Cathedral, the elegant Primatial Palace and the lively Main Square. You’ll also see Michael’s Gate — the only surviving original entrance of the four that once guarded the city.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 Vienna

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive along the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city’s most iconic buildings. On arrival in the centre, a guided walking tour offers an insider’s view of landmarks such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, perhaps visit the Naschmarkt to browse its vibrant stalls. This evening, enjoy an optional concert.

Enhance Your Journey – Mozart and Strauss Concert

Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss Concert in one of Vienna’s palaces or concert venues, followed by an evening drive around the Ringtrasse.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Dürnstein, Melk 

Cruise to Dürnstein, a charming town overlooked by the hilltop ruins of the castle where legendary King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in the 12th century. Enjoy a free morning to explore its cobbled streets, historic townhouses and inviting taverns. Perhaps join an optional tour to sample some of the region’s renowned wines. Later, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley before docking in Melk for a guided tour of Melk Abbey — an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.

Enhance Your Journey – Wine Tasting 

Visit Dürnstein Abbey, where you’ll savour a glass of the local Grüner Veltliner or Riesling produced in the region, as well as delicious brandy. 

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 Linz

Today, choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure in Linz, with the freedom to explore at your own pace.

Enhance your Journey - Český Krumlov

Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings.

Enhance your Journey – Salzburg Sights

Take a trip through the stunning scenery of Austria. Visit Mondsee, where you may recognise the famous Wedding Church from ‘The Sound of Music’. Continue to Salzburg and be guided through the town Mozart called home. Enjoy some free time to explore explore at your leisure before returning to your ship.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 Passau

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt. You'll then enjoy an Insider Experience.

Insider Experience - Aldersbach Brewery

Travel by coach to nearby Aldersbach brewery founded in 1268, where you'll be welcomed by local musicians and taken on a tour of the brewery. Afterwards, enter the festival hall to enjoy locally brewed beer with tastings of some local food, all in the spirit of Oktoberfest, with live music and singing.

Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 Passau, Disembark Ship, Depart Munich

After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Daily: Breakfast

Booking terms and conditions apply.

* Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.

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