Tour Operator
Tour Code
3990
Start City
Budapest
End City
Munich
Tour Style
Tour Quality
First Class
Tour Length
11 days
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| Friday, Sep 19, 2025 | Monday, Sep 29, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote | |
| Wednesday, Sep 24, 2025 | Saturday, Oct 04, 2025 | Get Lower Price | Get Quote |
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Countries Visited
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Day 1
Depart the USADepart the USA on your overnight flight to Budapest, Hungary.
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Day 2
Budapest, HungaryWelcome to the 'Pearl of the Danube'. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, home for the next seven nights. Flights should arrive Budapest prior to 5:00pm. This evening, join your fellow guests for a folklore performance onboard and a traditional Hungarian dinner. After dinner, relax on the Sun Deck and enjoy the fabulous view of the city, aglow in nighttime splendor. Meal: D EmeraldPLUS: A traditional Hungarian folklore show onboard
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Day 3
BudapestExplore Budapest's cobbled medieval quarter, as you embark on a coach tour through the UNESCO World Heritage city center. Your guide will highlight a number of architectural wonders and also talk about Budapest's culinary scene. The tour will end at the Grand Market Hall, the city's most expansive indoor food & craft market, where you'll have time to explore on your own. If you are feeling more active, you may instead choose to hike to Gellert Hill. The surrounding area has been rebuilt several times, most recently following the air raids of WWII. Some 18th-century Baroque houses still stand, best explored by foot along the medieval paths and alleyways in the area around Buda Castle. Meals: B, L, D EmeraldACTIVE: Guided hike to Gellert Hill (instead of city tour) DiscoverMORE: Szentendre (additional expense)
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Day 4
Bratislava, SlovakiaThis morning, relax onboard while sailing into the capital of Slovakia. This graceful nation became an independent country in 1993, and since then, Bratislava has flourished as a new capital and made a name for itself as a cultural center. The romantic cobblestone lanes that weave through the city are explored with your local guide, as you enjoy a walking tour of the ancient town center, seeing the Slovak National Theater and a range of Gothic and Art Nouveau buildings. For the more active guests, embark on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle, a landmark steeped in legends that looks as though it came from the pages of a fairytale book. Meals: B, L, D EmeraldACTIVE: A guided hike to Bratislava Castle (instead of city tour) EmeraldPLUS: Local Slovakian entertainment onboard DiscoverMORE: Carpathian Wine Route (additional expense)
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Day 5
Vienna, AustriaWelcome to Vienna, Austria's capital and the capital of classical music. The city perfectly encapsulates the opulence of the Habsburg Monarchy and their ornate Baroque palaces. On the included city tour, see monuments and buildings of grandeur as the coach drives along the famous Ringstrasse. During the walking tour, stroll with your guide through the city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the classical architectural styles of the buildings, see St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Hofburg Palace, right in the heart of the city center. If you are feeling more active, opt to explore on two wheels, cycling along the river to Danube Island. Meals: B, L, D EmeraldACTIVE: Bike tour in Vienna (instead of city tour) DiscoverMORE: An exclusive Viennese evening concert with the music of Mozart and Strauss (additional expense)
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Day 6
Weissenkirchen – MelkEffortlessly suspended in time, Weisenkirchen is one of the most frequented parts of the Wachau wine region, where the delightful warm weather creates the perfect setting for viticulture. Join your Activity Manager for a hike in town before sailing to Melk. Later this morning, sail through the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau Valley, passing medieval villages, terraced vineyards and areas of natural beauty. Upon arrival in Melk, enjoy a guided tour of Melk Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, originally a lavish castle that was gifted to Benedictine monks during the 11th century. This opulent Baroque building is home to some of the most important collections of medieval manuscripts in the world. Meals: B, L, D EmeraldACTIVE: Hike in Weissenkirchen (instead of bike ride along the Danube) EmeraldACTIVE: A guided bike ride along the Danube (instead of hike in Weissenkirchen) DiscoverMORE (from Melk): Visit to Schallaburg Castle (additional expense)
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Day 7
Linz, Austria / Ceský Krumlov, Czech RepublicToday's adventure takes you to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Ceský Krumlov. With its 13th-century castle, meandering river, and a maze of quaint alleyways, this town has one of the best-preserved centers in Europe. Join your local guide to traverse a labyrinth of winding cobblestone lanes as you experience the charming atmosphere of Ceský Krumlov's medieval buildings and iconic castle complex. During the excursion, visit the 15th-century St. VItus' Church, a highlight of the town. Meals: B, D EmeraldPLUS*: A guided tour of Ceský Krumlov DiscoverMORE*: Linz Walking Tour with a Linzer-torte making (additional expense) DiscoverMORE*: Full day to Salzburg (additional expense) *The EmeraldPLUS and both DiscoverMORE's operate simultaneoulsy; only 1 can be selected
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Day 8
Passau, GermanyNarrow cobblestone streets welcome you to Passau, a town nestled on the confluence of three of Europe's main waterways. On today's excursion, venture out to a local farm to gain a fascinating insight into the life of local Bavarian farmers. Meet with the farmers and sample some of their homemade specialties. Meals: B, L, D EmeraldPLUS: Bavarian Countryside Experience EmeraldACTIVE: Guided hike to Veste Oberhaus (instead of farm visit) DiscoverMORE: Bavaria Live (additional expense)
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Day 9
Passau – MunichAfter breakfast, say goodbye to your Captain and crew as you disembark your ship and depart by motorcoach for Munich. Upon arrival, an included panoramic tour showcases the former Olympic site, Nymphenburg Palace, Maximillianstrasse and the Parliament, the National Theater and Munich's Residenz. During a walking tour, stroll through Marienplatz Square and see the famous Glockenspiel. Enjoy the festive atmosphere of Oktoberfest with an included entrance to a beer tent at the fairground. Of course a sampling of the local beer and food will be served while partaking in the merriment of the music and fun in the tent. Meal: B, snack at Oktoberfest
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Day 10
MunichYour final day is left free of planned activities to pursue individual interests. Continue discovering the sights of the city, shopping for last minute souvenirs, or return to the Oktoberfest fairgrounds independently. Meal: B
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Day 11
Munich / USABid a fond farewell to Europe and return home with wonderful memories of life enriching experiences from your cruise along the Danube River. Meal: B
Meals: Breakfast
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22 Meals: 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 7 dinners
, Airport transfers on tour dates when air is provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours
, Visit five countries
, Seven-night cruise in a suite or stateroom of your choice onboard the vessel
, All gratuities included
, First-class service by an English-speaking crew
, Onboard Activity Manager will support all EmeraldACTIVE excursions and host daily onboard wellness activities, games, classes and evening entertainment, Shore excursions with English-speaking local guides, Personal listening device for onboard excursions, Most meals included onboard with a variety of international cuisine, Complimentary regional wines, beer and soft drinks accompany onboard lunches and dinners, Complimentary bottled water in your stateroom, Complimentary WiFi onboard, Complimentary bicycles onboard for use ashore, All port charges included, Two-night hotel stay and touring in Munich, Germany, Entrance to Oktoberfest tent with food and drink
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Question: How many suitcases can I take with me on my trip?
Each person is allowed one "check-in," and one "carry-on." Remember to take all valuables with you as "carry-on", because electronic equipment, cameras, laptops, jewelry, business documents and money are not covered by the airlines' liability, so always carry them aboard with you.
Question: Is Airfare Included in the Price?
Airfare from your point of origin to and from the trip is not included in the land price.
Overall Rating
3.9
Accommodations
3.7
Itinerary
4.1
Professional Staff
4.3
Repeat with Operator
3.8
Value for Money
3.6
Our Tour Manager, Jolie, was outstanding. We were totally impressed with her professionalism, courtesy, empathy, and kindness. She is also informative and a lot of fun. She treated all of us with dignity and warmth. She kept us informed about departure times, meal times,and opportunities for self-touring. We appreciated her cheerful and fun-loving attitude. Our bus driver, Mike was terrific. Great driver, very professional, and personable. He went out of his way to transport us to different destinations and provided great service. The pick up service drivers, Steve and Ken were on-time, courteous and friendly.
First time with Mayflower Tours, it was great. We will travel with them again. The tour guide added optional attractions not listed on the tour itenerary which was a plus to us. Affordable Tours agent, Brendan, was great to deal with too. All and all a good experience.
This trip was amazing. It was exciting, interesting, and I appreciated the free time and flexibility to explore on my own. Elisabetta was an excellent tour specialist. I would travel with her again.
Great trip--lots to see and do.
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Had too many people in it - over 50; slowed everything you did down.