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From the Danube to the Carpathians: A journey into the heart of legendary Europe (port-to-port cruise)

From the Danube to the Carpathians: A journey into the heart of legendary Europe (port-to-port cruise)

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$3,781 AUD

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Duration

9 Days

Trip code

BHB_BUHPP

Operator

CroisiEurope Cruises

Overview

Along the Danube and through the legends of Transylvania, this journey invites you to discover Central and Eastern Europe at its most captivating. From the grandeur of Budapest to the medieval streets of Sighișoara, from the unspoiled landscapes along the Danube to the mysterious castles of Romania, each stop reveals a fascinating heritage where history, culture, and traditions intertwine.

Combining a river cruise and a land tour, let yourself be carried away on a unique adventure through elegant capitals, legendary citadels, and timeless villages. From Budapest to Bucharest, via the treasures of Transylvania, this journey immerses you in a world where Austro-Hungarian, Ottoman, and Romanian influences blend into an exceptional cultural mosaic. An enchanting itinerary shaped by grand architectural discoveries, spectacular landscapes, and the spellbinding atmosphere of Dracula’s lands.


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Highlights

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

  • A cruise on the Danube, one of Europe’s most beautiful rivers, between Budapest, Bratislava and the preserved landscapes of the Slovak and Hungarian riverbanks
  • Discovering Transylvania, a mythical region where medieval citadels, traditions, and legends come together
  • The must-see sites:
    • Bratislava(1), the charming Slovak capital dominated by its castle and lively medieval old town
    • Szentendre(1), with its colorful streets and rich cultural heritage
    • Budapest(1), an imperial jewel crossed by the Danube, home to its spectacular UNESCO-listed neo-Gothic Parliament
    • Corvin Castle, one of the most impressive Gothic fortresses in Europe
    • Sighisoara, a UNESCO-listed medieval town and birthplace of Vlad Dracula
    • Bran Castle, world-famous for its connection to the Dracula legend
    • Sibiu, Brașov, and Alba Iulia, true cultural treasures of Romania, combining Baroque architecture, medieval ramparts, and Austro-Hungarian heritage
    • Bucharest, a vibrant capital once nicknamed the “Little Paris of the Balkans”


What's Included

InclusionInclusion

Your cruise with all meals from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the final day - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - accommodation in double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom - onboard entertainment - assistance of our onboard host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala evening - romanian extension on a full-board basis from lunch on Day 5 to breakfast on Day 9 in 4* hotels (or similar), including drinks (1 glass of wine or 1 beer or 1 soft drink, plus coffee or tea), and excursions from Day 5 to Day 9 - travel assistance/repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Itinerary

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BUDAPEST

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MS Mona Lisa (STANDARD)

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Start date:09/04/2027
End date:17/04/2027
Accomandation Type:

1 DOUBLE BED CAT A

Deck Level:MAIN DECK
Available:2
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