Trip Inclusions
- One night in Bucharest, two nights in Brasov and three nights in Munich
- 14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
- Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
- 49 meals – 20 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 16 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Transfers, port charges and tipping
- Explore 17 towns, villages and cities
- Enjoy a traditional Hungarian horse show with Magyar cowboys in Puszta
Map & Itinerary
Trip Notes
- Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
- Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified
Insider Experiences
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Insider Experience
Enjoy an included special or unique excursion or event
Arrive Bucharest
Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Bucharest.
Stay: Bucharest, President Hotel
Bucharest, Brasov
This morning join a guided tour of the city and take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and belle epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district. Later you will travel to Brasov.
Stay: Two Nights, Brasov, Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel or similar
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Brasov
This morning travel to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’. With a local guide learn about its history and walk through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques. Return to Brasov and join a guided tour through its medieval streets.
Daily :Brasov, Giurgiu, Embark Ship
After breakfast, travel to your river ship. Stop on the way in the town of Sinaia for some free time.
Stay: Fourteen Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Daily :Ruse, Veliko Tarnovo, Arbanasi
Today you’ll discover the fortified walls and cobblestone lanes of Veliko Tarnovo. With a local expert, be guided through this medieval city and uncover its rich history. At its centre, see the restored Tsarevets Fortress which served as the citadel of the Second Bulgarian Empire. After, head to the hilltops to visit Arbanasi, a village brimming with history.
Daily :Vidin, Belogradchik
Begin your day in Vidin with free time to explore your own way. Afterwards, you may like to explore Baba Vida Fortress, a medieval castle which dates back to the 10th century. Later, head to Belogradchik to visit its ancient fortress on the northern side of the Balkan Mountains. While you’re here, see the town’s unique rock formations.
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Scenic Cruising
The day is yours to spend on board. Take it easy and relax, taking in postcard-perfect views from the Sun Deck.
Daily :Novi Sad
Get out and explore Novi Sad, Serbia’s second-largest city and known as its cultural capital, on a guided tour. Afterwards, spend your free time relaxing, or perhaps visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive fortress complex overlooking the Danube River, and check out its catacombs.
Daily :Kalocsa, Puszta
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
In Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys and fine equestrian skills.
Get to know Hungary’s oldest town, Kalocsa, set right on the banks of the Danube. The town is best known for its vibrant paprika festival. In fact, its production of paprika is so renowned that it is recognised globally as the paprika capital of the world. Aside from its famous paprika peppers, the city is also a great place to see traditional folk art and local handicrafts. Afterwards, head to Puszta for your Insider Experience.
Daily :Budapest
Today you may wish to join an optional culinary tour to discover Budapest Great Market Hall.
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Budapest
We have set aside a full day for you to explore more of this fascinating city at your leisure.
Daily :Budapest
Awake to views of one of the Danube’s most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights.
Daily :Bratislava
Today discover Slovakia’s capital Bratislava, on a walking tour through the Old Town where you will see St Martins Cathedral, Primatial Palace and Main Square. You’ll also visit the only surviving example of the original four entrances to the city, Michael’s Gate.
Daily :Vienna
Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city’s most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider’s view of sights such as St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, maybe visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert, featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music’.
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Durnstein, Melk
Cruise to the town of Durnstein and enjoy a stroll past rustic town houses and taverns. Along the way, gaze up to the hilltop ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Later, dock in Melk and tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.
Daily :Linz
Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’. Alternatively, enjoy a day at leisure in Linz.
Daily :Passau
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.
In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sights as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt.
Daily :Passau, Disembark Ship, Depart Munich
After breakfast, board a coach and travel to Munich.
Stay: Three Nights, Munich, Courtyard by Marriott City Centre
Daily :Munich
Enjoy a guided discovery of the Bavarian capital Munich, regarded by many as Germany’s most beautiful city. See the famous Glockenspiel on the Town Hall and explore the historic city centre, home to the iconic Frauenkirche. The afternoon is yours to relax or continue exploring. This evening you will be treated to a special dinner.
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Munich
Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to the Bavarian Neuschwanstein Castle.
Daily :Depart Munich
Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Daily :In all we had a fantastic holiday. We would recommend Travelmarvel to all who'll ask.
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