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Ms Maxima
- 28 Mar
- 28 Oct
The classic and comfortable MS Maxima offers all the facilities needed for you to enjoy your cruise along the Danube. Enjoy the views from the panoramic restaurant as you indulge in the ship’s tasty…
Danube Taster River Cruise - Solo Traveller (Passau-Passau)
Fully
Guided
5
Nights
4
Full Board
Flights &
Transfers
- Sail Danube and experience the highlights of central Europe on this 5-night River cruise.
- Meet other like-minded solo travellers & enjoy the comfort of your very own cabin.
- Spend 5 nights on board the 4 Star MS Maxima as you sail through Germany, Austria, Slovakia & Hungary.
- Discover the cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna & Munich with guided walking tours.
- Full program of optional activities available at each port of call.
- Explore at your own pace or sightsee from the ship’s expansive sundeck.
- Includes 1 night on a bed and breakfast basis in a 4 star hotel in Munich following the cruise.
Book Your Trip From £1549pp
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Your Solo Traveller Danube River Cruise
Enjoy a short river cruise break on the Danube and discover some of the most beautiful capital cities in Europe with us on this 5-night solo traveller holiday. Before embarking on the 4 Star MS Maxima to commence our Danube river cruise, we’ll start our journey in Munich with a guided city tour to explore this beautiful Bavarian capital. On the first night of our river cruise, we’ll have a welcome drink and dinner reception so we can get to get to know our fellow travellers. As we cruise down Europe’s longest waterway, we’ll savour the amazing views and stop off at world-famous landmarks and cities along the way. Our ports of call with half-day guided city tours will be led by expert local guides who will share their wealth of knowledge and take us to the highlights of each destination, which include Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava and Melk. There will also be free time to sightsee independently or with your fellow travellers. In addition to plenty of sightseeing and guided activities, this holiday also offers ample leisure time for us to relax onboard the ship.
Trip Itinerary
Day
1
Travel to Germany
Travel to Germany
Morning
Travel this morning to Germany. Upon arrival in Munich, you will be met by your local guide who will assist you in the transfer to Passau port. A guided Munich city tour will be provided en-route. Highlights will include the Nymphenburg Palace, King's Square with its three temple buildings in the classical Greek style, the Bavarian National Museum, the Angel of Peace monument, the elegant buildings and shops along Maximilian Street, the Maximilianeum, the National Opera House, the Royal Palace, Stachus Square and the medieval city gates.
Commence Your River Cruise
Afternoon
In the afternoon, you will be transferred to Passau port to join your River Cruise. Settle in to your cabin and explore the range of facilities on board your ship as you embark on your 5-night cruise along the Danube. Sit back with a welcome cocktail in one of the lounge areas, followed by a tasty welcome dinner.
2
Vienna
Vienna City Tour
Afternoon
This afternoon, after spending the morning cruising along the Danube, you will embark on an included city tour of Vienna. This tour will give you an overall impression of the most important sights Vienna has to offer. First you will drive along the famous Ringstrasse, passing several magnificent buildings like the stunning opera house, the parliament, the Court Theatre and Vienna's imposing city hall. The tour is followed by a guided walk through the city centre where you will get to know Vienna at its finest. You will start at the well-known Hofburg Imperial Palace, walk along the Kohl market and finish at Vienna's iconic St. Stephen's Cathedral. Before returning to the ship you will have some free time to explore at your own pace.
Optional Beer Brewery Excursion
Evening
An optional tour of a beer brewery with a beer-tasting session will be offered in the late afternoon (payable locally). The ship will depart Vienna in the late evening.
3
Budapest
Budapest City Tour
Afternoon
After docking into Budapest port after lunch, you will be escorted on an included guided tour of the historic centre. Take in highlights such as Heroes Square, the Synagogue and the Castle District. Walk by the Ottoman styled St Mathias Church and Fishermen's Bastion for photo opportunities and visit St. Stephan's Basilica
At Leisure
Evening
You will have the rest of the day at leisure to further explore this fascinating city at your own pace or partake in the optional 'Budapest by Night' excursion (payable locally).
4
Bratislava
Bratislava City Tour
Afternoon
You will arrive in Bratislava in the early afternoon. The city is small and best explored on foot and during your walking tour you will get to know the capital of the young Slovakian Republic. The gorgeous old town has maintained its Gothic-Baroque style. The tour passes St. Martin's Cathedral and the Grassalkovich Palace and continues up to the hill where you will have a stunning panoramic view of the city and surrounding areas. Afterwards, you have the opportunity to participate in a guided walking tour through the restored old town. From Michael's Gate you will take a leisurely stroll through the historic city centre where you can admire sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin's Cathedral, a former coronation cathedral for Hungarian kings, as well as the Academia Istropolitana, the oldest university of the city, which dates back to the 15th century. In addition to numerous palaces, you will also walk past the main square with the old City Hall, the Opera House and Maximilian Fountain.
5
Melk
Optional Melk Abbey Excursion
Full Day
Today you will wake up in Melk where you can enjoy an optional excursion to Melk Abbey (payable locally). Melk Abbey is an Austrian Benedictine abbey and one of the world's most famous monastic sites. The impressive Baroque abbey was built between 1702 and 1736 and is the biggest monastery complex of the Austrian baroque period. The Abbey's church features frescos by Johann Michael Rottmayr and the impressive library contains countless medieval manuscripts and frescos by Paul Troger. A guided tour takes you through the abbot's chambers, along the Imperator's walk, through the marble hall, the balconies and the library.
6
Passau & Munich
Munich City Tour & Hotel Transfer
Morning
It is time to say goodbye after a full week of delights aboard your cruise vessel. This morning you will arrive into the port of Passau and disembark the ship after breakfast. You will be met by our local representative ad transferred to Munich for a guided city tour en route to your hotel.
In the afternoon, you will check into your hotel and have the afternoon at leisure
7
Return Home
Airport Transfer
After breakfast, we will check out of our hotel. Our guide will escort you to Munich airport to return home with wonderful memories of your holiday.
* We aim to operate your tour itinerary according to the format shown. Occasionally, local conditions and unexpected events may result in adjustments to the planned schedule. We kindly ask for your understanding and flexibility in the event of any changes
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Know before you go
Will I be met at the airport?
You will be met on arrival at your destination airport and transferred to your accommodation. You will be accompanied on all included excursions by your Travel Department guide. Your expert local guide is also available to give you tips and advice on any aspect of your holiday.
Do I need a Visa?
Please visit our visa page for information on requirements for each country's entry requirements
What if there is an emergency?
We have local representatives in all of our destinations who are available 24/7 as well as an emergency contact number for our offices in Ireland should you ever need it.
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