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Danube Delta Dicovery Itinerary
Day 1 - UK - Vienna (Austria)
Fly from the UK to Vienna and embark your ship in Vienna. Enjoy dinner and a welcome reception. (D)
Day 2 - Vienna
Tour the city of Vienna, or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, join a guided bicycle tour to the Danube Island, or learn about Vienna’s popular wine region during a tasting. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - Bratislava (Slovakia)
Explore Bratislava, or visit Cerveny Kamen Castle. Alternatively, discover Bratislava’s communist-era history, or join a cycling tour. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - Budapest (Hungary)
Budapest is architecturally magnificent, with spires and domes piercing the sky, mighty buildings commanding the riverbanks and astounding views from the Fisherman’s Bastion. Join a guided tour through this splendid city, often considered the most beautiful in Europe, or opt for the walking tour of the Buda side. Alternatively, discover the city's Jewish heritage with a local guide. Scenic Enrich: Exclusive private classical music concert at Godollo Royal Palace. (B,L,D)
Day 5 - Kalocsa
Cruise to the Baroque town of Kalocsa on the edge of the great Hungarian plain. It is renowned for its decorative embroidery and paprika production. Enjoy a traditional Hungarian horse show. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Mohacs
Discover the city of Pécs, or explore the village of Villány. Alternatively, tour Zsolnay Porcelain Museum. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Osijek (Croatia)
Explore the magnificent architecture of Osijek on a guided tour. For the more active type, take a guided bike ride through Osijek’s countryside. Later, you’ll be invited into the home of a local family for a traditional home-cooked dinner and the chance to discover what everyday life is like. With great food and wonderful company, this will be a magnificent meal and a rare opportunity for one-on-one contact with local people. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Belgrade (Serbia)
Today explore the capital of Serbia, Belgrade. Enjoy a guided tour of the city, which is home to Tito's Memorial, Fortress Kalemegdan and St Sava Church. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Belgrade (Serbia)
Enjoy a guided bicycle ride along the Danube, or visit a local market and Shop with a chef. Alternatively, journey to Sremski Karlovci, or join a local for a walking tour. Scenic Enrich - Visit the temple of St. Sava and enjoy a choir performance in the Temple Crypt. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Donji Milanovac - Iron Gates
Enjoy a guided tour of Golubac Fortress, then visit Lepenski Vir Archaeological site and museum. Later, admire the scenery as you cruise the Iron Gates. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Vidin (Bulagria)
Vidin is situated on the border of Bulgaria and Romania and has a strong history. Perhaps join a hiking tour to the Belogradchik Fortress constructed during the Roman Empire or head to the local winery for a tasting. (B,L,D)
Day 12 - Vidin - Silistra (Romania)
Relax on board as you spend the day cruising the Danube towards Silistra. (B,L,D)
Day 13 - Silistra
Silistra is home to a fascinating selection of historical landmarks, including an Ottoman Fort. Join a walking tour and see the Silistra Fort or travel to a local village and visit a primary school for an insight into daily life. (B,L,D)
Day 14 - Saint George - Danube Delta
The World Heritage-listed Danube Delta is home to over 300 species of birds. There is plenty of spectacular wildlife and stunning scenery to admire on the cruise through the passage of Saint George and the magnificent Danube Delta to Mile 0, where the mighty Danube River meets the Black Sea. (B,L,D)
Day 15 - Braila - Bucharest (Romania)
This morning disembark your ship and travel to the Romanian capital of Bucharest for an overnight hotel stay. There is plenty to discover in this elegant city, from splendid 17th-century Orthodox churches and graceful art nouveau villas, to Ceausescu’s grandiose Palace of the Parliament. (B)
Day 16 - Bucharest - UK
After breakfast, transfer to Bucharest airport for the return flight to the UK. (B)
The Captain reserves the right to alter the itinerary to suit wind and weather conditions.