- Riviera Deck, Stateroom from £3,095pp
- Vista Deck Panorama balcony suite from £5,955pp
- 9 nights on board an Emerald Cruises Star-Ship
- Airport transfers to and from your Star-Ship
- The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
- Port taxes and charges
- All tipping and gratuities
- Guided tour of Melk Abbey
- Guided tour of Vienna
- Guided tour of Bratislava
- Budapest tour with Grand Market visit
- Bavarian Countryside Experience
- Guided tour of Ceský Krumlov
- Local Slovakian entertainment on board
- Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
- Dinner & Folklore Show in Budapest
- Hike to Veste Oberhaus
- Guided hike in Weissenkirchen
- Guided bike tour along the Danube River
- Guided bike tour in Vienna
- Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
- Hike to Gellert Hill
- 24 delectable meals including 9 breakfasts (B), 7 lunches (L), 8 dinners (D)
- Including a Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
- Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest- Passau
Emerald Star
20th Aug 26
9 Nights
1
Budapest
Welcome to Budapest, the ‘Pearl of the Danube’, where you will be greeted by one of our Emerald Cruises representatives and transferred to your contemporary Star-Ship. Once on board, you receive a warm welcome from our friendly crew.
2
Budapest
Your journey starts in Budapest, where a fantastic trip and exciting experiences await. Explore the city’s cobbled medieval quarter as you embark on a coach tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city centre. Your guide will teach you about the Hungarian capital’s culinary scene while touring the neo-Gothic Grand Market, Budapest's largest and most expansive indoor market, where you’ll have time to explore on your own.
If you are feeling more active, you can instead choose to hike up 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 from the medieval paths and alleyways around Buda Castle.
3
Budapest
Today, we invite you to a special dinner and a traditional folklore show for a truly immersive local experience, presenting you with a great chance to get to know your fellow travellers and to spend the evening in town just like the locals do.
4
Budapest
On our last morning in Budapest, enjoy a leisurely walk in town or use one of the on board bikes for a last ride through the Hungarian capital. In the afternoon, our ship sets sail on the magnificent Danube River onto our next destination – Slovakia.
5
Bratislava
Early this morning we sail into the Slovakian capital. The romantic cobblestone lanes weaving through the city are yours to explore. Enjoy guided walking tours of the ancient town centre, passing a range of Gothic and Art Nouveau buildings, including the incredible Slovak National Theatre.
Alternatively, embark on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle, a fairy tale-like landmark steeped in legend. This striking building has been rebuilt several times. Most recently in the mid-20th century.
Tonight, enjoy some local Slovakian entertainment on board.
6
Vienna
Sweeping boulevards and world-famous exhibition halls welcome you to Vienna, the birthplace of revolutionary breakthroughs in the fields of music and psychology. The city perfectly encapsulates the extravagance of the Habsburg Monarchy and their ornate Baroque palaces. A walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city centre uncovers the classical architectural styles of the city, evidence of the melting pot of artistic influences that existed here at the turn of the 20th century.
7
Weissenkirchen – Melk
Effortlessly suspended in time, Weissenkirchen is one of the most frequented parts of the Wachau wine region, where the delightful warm weather creates the perfect setting for viticulture.
Later, sail through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wachau Valley and arrive in Melk, where you’ll enjoy a guided tour of Melk Abbey. Originally a lavish castle gifted to Benedictine monks during the 11th century, this opulent Baroque building is home to some of the most important collections of medieval manuscripts.
8
Linz – Ceský Krumlov
This morning, your Star-Ship will dock in Linz. Transfer by coach across the border into the Czech Republic to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed centre of Ceský Krumlov, a town built around a 13th-century castle. Join your local guide on a walk along the labyrinth of winding cobblestone streets, passing the colourful façades of buildings, as you learn how the architecture survived the test of time. The town surrounds the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ceský Krumlov Castle, and your guided tour will include the 15th-century St. Vitus Church and a number of delightful Gothic façades.
9
Passau
Narrow cobblestone streets and the aroma of freshly baked goods welcome you to Passau, a town nestled on the confluence of three of Europe’s main waterways. This historic trading centre borders Austria and boasts a distinctive blend of cultures.
Experience a typical Bavarian farm for some interesting insights into the life of local farmers and livestock farming, then try their homemade specialities. Alternatively, you can set off on a hike, catching sights such as the Mariahilf and St. Severin, an ancient church dating back to the Ottonian dynasty.
10
Passau
After breakfast, it’s time to disembark the Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of Europe’s iconic skylines and charming small towns along the Danube River with you.
Why Book
Emerald Star
Overview
Discover the stunning European rivers with mesmerising views from your accommodation, the Sun Deck, The Terrace, and the Horizon Bar & Lounge.
Food & Drink
Delectable dining on board our Star-Ships
Nothing beats sipping on your favourite drink at the Terrace as you watch the stunning scenery pass you by. Setting the benchmark in on board dining, the Reflections Restaurant is an elegant space to enjoy exquisite culinary experiences, imbued with continental flavours.
Explore the unique flavours of the regions you sail through
We believe that food should reflect local flavours, which is why our menus take inspiration from the regions we sail in. Our chefs source local ingredients, creating meals that capture authentic cuisine no matter where your journey takes you.
Entertainment
Relax and connect on board in the inviting social spaces
From the chilled and relaxed vibe of the Horizon Bar & Lounge to the open-air surrounds of the Sun Deck, you’ll find plenty of spaces on board to enjoy the company of new-found friends.
Health & Fitness
Discover Europe with EmeraldACTIVE
If you want to feed your body and mind during your cruise, we’ve got you covered with EmeraldACTIVE. During your Rhine, Moselle, Main, Rhône, Danube, or Douro cruise, our activity managers will be on hand to help you stay active during your voyage.
For mind, body & soul
Discover new ways to keep up your current fitness regime and wellbeing exercises, with fun activities, expert-led workout sessions, or a rejuvenating spa treatment^.
^Additional cost.
Terms & Conditions
Summer Offer - Applicable to cabin grades (D) only. Pay in full offer only. Balance due at time of booking or 10 months prior to departure. Savings and £400 per person Air Credit. *Flights Included is based on an Air Credit up to the value of £400 per person when booking a cruise and flight with us. If flights exceed this credit amount then a supplement will be charged. Flights may not be a direct service. Combinable with free platinum drinks or onboard credit, Welcome Home Vouchers and Future Travel Vouchers. For solo travellers please apply a secondary manual discount for the value shown.
Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest- Passau
FROM £3,095PP
Emerald Star
20th Aug 26
9 Nights
From
£3,095PP
