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Monarch Empress

Sail the Danube in comfort and style on the all new Monarch Empress by Gate 1 Travel. With deluxe amenities such as an indoor dining room, bar & lounge, and outside lounge, you can enjoy the sights and sounds of Europe while on your river cruise.

    • 360

    • Length
    • 2016

    • Built Year
    • 40

    • Crew
    • 144

    • Pax Capacity
    • 8

    • Suites

Sailings

Sail Date Operator Ship Departs Returns Length Price
Jun 15, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamParis14$4,299
Jun 17, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamParis12$3,699
Jun 17, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamAmsterdam9$2,799
Jun 22, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamZurich13$5,049
Jun 22, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel11$4,299
Jun 24, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$3,799
Jun 24, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamZurich11$4,549
Jul 01, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselParis12$3,199
Jul 01, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$2,499
Jul 06, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamZurich13$4,349
Jul 06, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel11$3,599
Jul 08, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$3,199
Jul 08, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamZurich11$3,949
Jul 11, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMilanParis16$4,849
Jul 11, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMilanAmsterdam13$4,149
Jul 15, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselParis12$3,499
Jul 15, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$2,799
Jul 22, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$3,099
Jul 22, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamZurich11$3,849
Jul 29, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$3,099
Aug 03, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel11$3,399
Aug 05, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$2,999
Aug 12, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselParis12$3,799
Aug 12, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$3,099
Aug 19, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$1,999
Aug 22, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMilanParis16$4,499
Aug 22, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMilanAmsterdam13$3,649
Aug 24, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressZurichAmsterdam12$2,699
Aug 26, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselParis12$3,149
Aug 26, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$2,299
Sep 02, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$3,199
Sep 07, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressZurichAmsterdam12$3,799
Sep 09, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselParis12$4,449
Sep 09, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$3,599
Sep 14, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel11$3,849
Sep 16, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$3,499
Sep 21, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressZurichAmsterdam12$3,999
Sep 23, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$3,699
Sep 30, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBasel9$3,999
Oct 05, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressZurichAmsterdam12$3,799
Oct 07, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselParis12$4,149
Oct 07, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBaselAmsterdam9$3,299
Oct 12, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamBudapest20$6,499
Oct 12, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressAmsterdamAmsterdam18$5,949
Oct 14, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestBudapest18$5,949
Oct 28, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestPrague12$3,549
Oct 28, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestMunich9$3,099
Nov 01, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressPragueBudapest12$3,249
Nov 01, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressPragueBudapest14$3,799
Nov 04, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMunichBudapest9$2,799
Nov 04, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMunichBudapest11$3,349
Nov 09, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestPrague14$3,699
Nov 09, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestMunich11$3,149
Nov 11, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestPrague12$3,049
Nov 11, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressBudapestMunich9$2,599
Nov 18, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMunichVienna7$1,799
Nov 24, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressViennaMunich7$2,199
Nov 29, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressMunichVienna7$2,399
Dec 04, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressViennaMunich7$2,199
Dec 16, 2023Gate1Monarch EmpressFrankfurtAmsterdam9$1,999

Ship Information


  • Maiden Voyage: 2016
  • Length: 360
  • Passenger Capacity: 144
  • Normal Crew Size: 40
  • Staterooms: 72
  • Suites: 8

Dining

As specified in each itinerary. Meals are based on the hotel's or restaurant's buffet or set menu. In general, beverages are not included, unless specifically stated. Although Gate 1 cannot make guarantees, every effort will be made to honor special dietary requests submitted in writing at least 72 hours prior to departure.

Age Restrictions

All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Discovery Tours is 12. Minimum age for European River Cruise programs is 16. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15. Minimum age for Norwegian Cruise Line® is 6 months old and to sail unaccompanied by an adult is 21 years of age. There is no minimum age on independent packages except for the Beijing & Shanghai special programs which have a minimum age of 5. Discounts for children sharing a room as third may apply to children under 12. Most hotels do not permit children under 18 to occupy a room without an adult. Accompanying adults are responsible for the safety of their children including to provide any necessary safety equipment (such as infant/child seats) where appropriate. Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter written by the parents, or non-travelling parent, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.

Tipping

Complete tipping guidelines are provided with final travel documents and on each program's website presentation, Trip Preparation/At Your Destination section.

Cabins

Category Cabin E
Square Footage: 140

Category Cabin E

Cabin E features a window, flat screen TV, private bathroom, and hairdryer. Located on the Lower Deck.




Category Cabin D
Square Footage: 150

Category Cabin D

Cabin D features a French balcony, flat screen TV, private bathroom, and hairdryer. Located on the Middle Deck.




Category Cabin C
Square Footage: 170

Category Cabin C

Cabin C features a French balcony, flat screen TV, private bathroom, and hairdryer. Located on the Middle Deck.




Category Cabin B
Square Footage: 150

Category Cabin B

Cabin B features a French balcony, flat screen TV, private bathroom, and hairdryer. Located on the Upper Deck.




Category Cabin A
Square Footage: 170

Category Cabin A

Cabin A features a French balcony, flat screen TV, private bathroom, and hairdryer. Located on the Upper Deck.




Category Suite
Square Footage: 210

Category Suite

The suite features a French balcony, flat screen TV, private bathroom, and hairdryer. Located on the Middle Deck.




Life on Board

Recreation

Restaurant

Located on the Middle Deck.

Recreation

Bar


Recreation

Library


Recreation

Lounge

Located on the Empress Deck.

Recreation

Fitness Center


Hygiene and Safety Protocols

At Gate 1 we take your safety and security very seriously. We have a strong network of tour managers, local offices, ground operators and colleagues which help us stay informed in all the destinations that we operate. We closely monitor local situations which enable us to make the operational decisions necessary to keep our tours running safely. Millions of people travel the world each year and experience enjoyable and safe trips but crimes against people and property are sadly a fact of life. It is very important to be aware of your surroundings and avoid drawing attention to yourself. Please remember that you have the same responsibility for your personal safety and possessions as you do at home. It is essential to prepare for a safe and healthy travel abroad. Therefore before you travel, we strongly recommend that you visit the website of the US Department of State at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html for up-to-date travel advice on the countries that you are visiting. The website provides useful information on subjects such as safety and security information, health precautions and medications, health insurance and additional tips for traveling abroad. If you do not reside in the United States, we recommend you check your government's travel advisory website for any country you will be visiting. We recommend that you review the safety guidance that may be provided by us, our agents or suppliers, either before you go or when you arrive in your destination. You can also find helpful tips on our website in the "Trip Preparation" tab of each of our tour packages. We do know that in-spite of careful planning, things can sometimes still go wrong, so rest assured, we will be there to help and support you.

Monarch Empress Customer Reviews

Ratings based off 58 reviews about Monarch Empress - currently showing 5 reviews with comments only
EG
Eduardo
Reviewed on Sep 06, 2022

The ship was spotless, the staff was incredibly good (a special shoutout to the Cruise Director Jutta and the Activvities Director Daniele), the food excellent and presented in a manner that reminded you of the best gournet restaurants. The excursions, concerts, etc were great. The cruise exceded my expectations.

JC
Jose
11 Day Danube River Cruise with Budapest Regensburg to Budapest, Monarch Empress
5/5 - Excellent
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5
Reviewed on May 24, 2022

It was our first River Cruise & first time traveling with Gate 1. We had a wonderful experience. The itinerary was great and the food and service received was excellent.

FU
Francisco
14 Day Danube River Cruise with Warsaw, Krakow & Budapest Monarch Empress
5/5 - Excellent
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2019

We will definitely recommend Gate 1 to our family and to all our friends as well. The excellent service provided by the staff is very much commendable . Exceeded beyond our expectation.

WP
Warlito
14 Day Danube River Cruise with Warsaw, Krakow & Budapest Monarch Empress
4.6/5 - Excellent
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
3
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5
Reviewed on Aug 20, 2019

Very much enjoyed our trip with the Gate 1 vacation tour. The selection of sites were beautiful, educational and unusual experience. We will book with them again by our next tour.

YR
Yimadabattuni
17 Day Danube River Cruise with Warsaw, Krakow, Budapest & Prague Monarch Empress
5/5 - Excellent
Accommodations
5
Itinerary
5
Professional Staff
5
Repeat with Operator
5
Value for Money
5
Reviewed on Jul 08, 2019

Some of the optional tours lasted 8 hours which can make for a long day.



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