8D7N Best of the Danube
Budapest to Passau

Danube River Cruise Visiting Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Linz and Passau
Cruise the Danube and uncover a mix of history, culture and local traditions. Visit Budapest’s Heroes’ Square, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town and enjoy a taste of Vienna’s famous Sachertorte. Enjoy lively evenings on board Trafalgar Reverie, or kick back and unwind, share stories over regional wines and soak up the ever-changing scenery. This Danube river cruise offers you the perfect mix of discovery, fun and relaxation on one of Europe’s most iconic rivers.

Product Overview

Tour name: Best of the Danube
Ship: Trafalgar Reverie
accommodating ~128 guests with a high staff-to-guest ratio; stylish interior, on‑river views, real marble bathrooms, fireplace lounge, and well‑considered guest spaces

Duration & Destinations
Duration: 8 days, 7 nights onboard
Route: Budapest (Hungary) – Esztergom – Bratislava (Slovakia) – Vienna, Dürnstein & Melk (Austria) – Linz & Passau (Germany)

Meals & Drinks
Meals included: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Drinks: Wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch & dinner
Welcome reception and one afternoon tea sailing
24-hour self-service coffee, tea, and water station onboard

Excursions & Activities
Guided city tours in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Linz, and Passau
Be My Guest lunch at Austria’s oldest winery
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Cold War experience in Bratislava
Onboard evening entertainment and leisure facilities
Complimentary bicycles for exploring destinations

Cabin Types
Classic Riverview (~14 m²): water-level windows, daily service, entertainment system 

Deluxe Riverview (~14 m²): located on Danube Deck, similar amenities 

French Balcony (~14 m²): floor-to-ceiling windows that open, offering fresh air & views 

Suite Stateroom (~20 m²): includes slippers, bathrobe, replenished minibar, welcome wine, early check‑in and more

Day-By-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Budapest Arrival
Embark in Hungary’s capital; evening welcome reception onboard.

Day 2 – Budapest
Guided sightseeing including Parliament, Fisherman’s Bastion, and Buda Castle.

Day 3 – Scenic Cruising & Esztergom
Sail the Danube Bend; optional visit to Esztergom Basilica.

Day 4 – Bratislava, Slovakia
Walking tour of Old Town; MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Cold War history experience.

Day 5 – Vienna, Austria
Guided city tour: Ringstrasse, Hofburg, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral; optional evening concert.

Day 6 – Dürnstein & Melk Abbey
Explore Wachau Valley; guided visit to Melk Abbey; Be My Guest winery lunch.

Day 7 – Linz & Passau, Germany
Morning in Linz; afternoon walking tour of Passau’s Baroque Old Town.

Day 8 – Passau Disembarkation
Breakfast onboard and farewell as the cruise concludes.