WHOLE SHIP SOLO TRAVELERS
HALLOWEEN CRUISE OF THE DANUBE RIVER
FEATURING BUDAPEST HUNGARY, VIENNA AUSTRIA, SALZBURG AUSTRIA,
BRATISLAVA SLOVAKIA AND MORE.
OCT. 27—NOV. 3, 2027
EVERYONE GETS A SINGLE CABIN WITH FREE SINGLE SUPP.
VISITING THE TRANSYLVANIA REGION OF ROMANIA –
HIGHLIGHTED BY A DAY & COSTUME PARTY NIGHT VISIT
TO THE ORIGINAL
DRACULA’S CASTLE IN BRAN ROMANIA
NOV. 3-7,2027
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OUR MOST POPULAR PARTY CRUISE/LAND COMBO TRIP…
CRUISING THE BEAUTIFUL
BLUE DANUBE RIVER…
FOLLOWED BY A FOUR NIGHT POST CRUISE LAND PROGRAM
VISITING THE TRANSYLVANIA REGION OF ROMANIA –
HIGHLIGHTED BY A DAY & COSTUME PARTY NIGHT
VISIT
TO THE ORIGINAL
DRACULA’S CASTLE IN BRAN ROMANIA
OUR 2023 VISIT TO DRACULA’S CASTLE FOR A TOUR AND HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY
WAS SUCH A HUGE HIT,
WE ARE DOING IT AGAIN!!
Seeing the Real Dracula’s Castle, where the Real Dracula roamed his
Transylvania lair is a real treat … and seeing it AT NIGHT, is an EXPERIENCE
YOU WILL NEVER FORGET!
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Soak up all that Europe’s most cultured river
has to offer, with its wealth of grand baroque architecture, medieval cities,
picture perfect towns and the sights that inspired Strauss and Mozart.
ENJOY TWO HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY’S ON THIS ONE OF
A KIND TRIP. THE FIRST ONE ON HALLOWEEN
NIGHT ITSELF, ABOARD OUR WHOLE SHIP SOLO TRAVELERS RIVER CRUISE SHIP.
THEN ANOTHER HALLOWEEN THEMED COSTUME PARTY AT
THE ORIGINAL DRACULA’S CASTLE IN BRAN ROMANIA ON OUR OPTIONAL 4 NIGHT POST
CRUISE LAND PROGRAM VISITING THE TRANSYLVANIA
REGION
OF ROMANIA!
From Budapest, we slip our moorings and head
on our journey north to Esztergom spending the morning exploring its Basilica
and historic center, which once was Hungary’s capital, before continuing
westwards to the beautiful old town of Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia.
Navigating through Lower Austria we then reach the romantic town of Dürnstein.
After, we visit the remarkable monastery in Melk.
Soon we arrive in Linz for a guided tour.
Alternatively, take the scenic drive to Salzburg and enjoy a guided tour of the
old town. On our way back eastwards, we will reach classical Vienna. No visit
here would be complete without the experience of a classical recital. Finally,
cruising into Hungary, we arrive back in imperial Budapest, straddling the
picturesque Danube. After a guided tour of this palatial city, following our
final dinner, we enjoy a Hungarian folklore show - an excellent finale to this
most exceptional and relaxing cruise.
Our Whole Ship Solo River
Cruise Experience
- Double cabin all to yourself.
- No solo supplement..
- Thoughtfully curated excursions with expert tour
managers.
- Sharing with like-minded travelers who really 'get it
At
a glance
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Free drinks package
for everyone (all drinks from 10am-midnight every day on the cruise)
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7 nights on board a
five-star ship
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9 included shore excursions (All passengers get an
included shore excursion in every port on this cruise)
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Full board dining…All
meals included onboard ship
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Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
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Welcome dinner and
drinks to get to know your fellow travelers
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Expert Local Tour
Manager provided by the cruise line. This tour manager specializes in solo
travel, looking after you throughout.
Additionally, we will also have our own group tour manager, as we do on
all of our trips.
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All port charges
included
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All taxes included
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Free Wi-Fi on our ship
all the time
And Yes, Everyone gets the
Free drinks package, so enjoy every day and night onboard our luxury river
cruise ship
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CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
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Discover
the extraordinary Esztergom Basilica and Slovakian capital, Bratislava with its
17th century castle and pretty old town on tours.
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Explore
Dürnstein, famous for its ice blue tower and the castle where Richard the
Lionheart was imprisoned, then visit stunning Melk Abbey.
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Visit
the charming baroque town of Linz, or the main sights of Salzburg such as the
Hohensalzburg fortress, the Hellbrunn Palace and the gardens of the Mirabell
Palace.
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See
Vienna's cultural sites, including St Stephen's Cathedral and the colossal
Hofburg, and experience a guided tour of Budapest and its ancient Castle Hill,
with views of the iconic Parliament Building.
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Enjoy
our live classical quartet recital with views of Vienna and a Hungarian
folklore show in Budapest on board the ship.
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Your Cruise itinerary
Day 1 – Oct. 27,
2027 Arrival in
Budapest
The adventure begins in the city of Budapest.
The dedicated crew are
there to welcome you on board, ensuring you settle into your extremely
comfortable, well-equipped cabin and familiarize yourself with this first-class
floating hotel.
Embark our riverboat between noon and 4pm. Cabins are usually
available around 4pm, but you can drop off your bags for secure storage any
time beginning at noon and then explore Budapest at your leisure if you wish)
FOR
PASSENGERS WHO BOOK THIS TRIP BETWEEN OCT. 29 AND NOV. 28, 2025 (BLACK FRIDAY),
YOU WILL RECEIVE OUR BLACK FRIDAY PROMO OF
A FREE PRE –CRUISE NIGHT
IN BUDAPEST
AND $350 OFF
YOUR CRUISE.
As we set sail from Budapest, the view of the famed Chain bridge
over the Danube River is stunning.
Night view of The Széchenyi Chain Bridge from
Buda Castle in Budapest, Hungary
Day 2 - October 28,
2027 Esztergom, Hungary
Explore Esztergom and its famous basilica on a
guided tour, before a relaxing afternoon sailing.
Included
Guided tour of Esztergom Basilica- The largest church in Hungary
Overnight we have
cruised upstream to Esztergom, one of Hungary’s oldest towns, a royal capital
during medieval times and today the seat of the country’s archbishop.
Today we have a guided
tour of the famous neoclassical basilica, standing sentinel over the Danube on
the border with Slovakia, and boasting one of the world’s largest altarpieces
and a wealth of priceless religious artifacts.
Esztergom Basilica
Cruise
towards Bratislava
As you enjoy your
first lunch on board, we gently leave Esztergom in our ship’s wake, affording a
fascinating opportunity to compare the different landscapes, towns and villages
of Hungary on one riverbank and of Slovakia.
Day 3 – October 29th,
2027 Bratislava,Slovakia
Explore Slovakia’s fast-emerging capital city, Bratislava.
Then relax with an afternoon cruising into Lower Austria.
Bratislava
details
Included
Guided tour of Bratislava
Then Free afternoon onboard, sailing towards
Dürnstein
This morning we explore Slovakia’s
fast-emerging capital city, Bratislava, on a guided tour. Until recently
swathed in the drab uniformity of Communism, the city has rekindled the splendor
of its imperial past in its beautifully restored Old Town.
Discover the only preserved gate of
the city’s fortification system, the Neo-Renaissance-style Old Opera House, St.
Martin’s Cathedral - a Gothic structure from the 15th century and former
coronation site - along with the Classicist Primate’s Palace.
In the Main Square, you will find
the former old town hall now housing a museum dedicated to the history of the
city and where you may climb the tower for some lovely views. Equally
impressive is the great 17th-century fortress which dominates the city with its
commanding expansive views across the Danube. Or head for the Primatial Palace
with its fabulous Hall of Mirrors and rare collection of 17th-century English
tapestries.
Like its people, the streets are
filled with humor. For a more leisurely visit, why not wander its streets? As
you explore, you'll spot funny signs and interesting and imaginative statues -
like the Čumil, a bronze statue peeking out of a manhole, and the
jolly-looking Schöne Náci. Then perhaps, enjoy a freshly ground coffee or
homemade lemonade in one of the many bars of cafés.
Primate’s Palace.in
Bratislava, Slovakia
Cruise
towards Dürnstein
This afternoon we cruise into Lower
Austria, a peaceful, bucolic region and home to some of the country’s best
wines. By now the stresses of everyday life seem distant as you absorb the
ever-changing scenes, we pass children playing on the riverbanks, young couples
strolling arm in arm like generations before them, carefully pruning their
vines, and cobbled quaysides lined by half-timbered buildings, teeming with
life.
You’ll marvel as the captain skillfully
navigates the ship along the serene river and through locks whose mechanisms
never cease to fascinate, as we cruise towards Dürnstein while enjoying another
superb dinner.
Day 4 October 30, 2027 Dürnstein
& Melk
Take a guided tour of Dürnstein, before visiting Benedictine
Melk Abbey this afternoon.
Dürnstein & Melk details
Morning option included tour 1: Guided tour of
Dürnstein
OR
Morning option included tour 2: Guided hike to
Dürnstein castle ruins
Afternoon guided tour of Melk Abbey
Dürnstein
Dürnstein is known principally for
the ice-blue tower of its abbey, which dominates the view, and the castle where
Richard the Lion heart was imprisoned in 1192 after being shipwrecked on his
return from the crusades. This morning, we embark on a guided walking tour to
delve deeper into this unforgettable city.
Wander the town's small, pedestrian
streets to the heart of Dürnstein to see the Town Hall. Established in 1547, it
boasts an impressive late Gothic structure that was tastefully renovated in the
Renaissance style in 1563. The courtyard, graced by a charming stairway,
invites passersby to pause and capture the perfect photograph amidst its
historical ambiance.
The Krems Gate, formerly known as
the Steiner Gate, serves as the eastern city entrance. This magnificent gate
features a striking four-story square tower dating back to the 15th century, a
testament to the city's rich architectural heritage. The strong city wall
stretches southward toward the banks of the Danube and northward to the
evocative ruins, today, the impressive tower is a private residence.
If you're feeling active this
morning, you could join our optional walk up to see Dürnstein castle, set on a
rocky outcrop high above the river. Although the walk up this steep hill is not
for the faint-hearted, those who do take on this challenge have the opportunity
to admire lovely views of the river valley and town below. At the top, you can
explore the ruins of the castle where England’s legendary monarch was held
captive. It's easy to imagine Richard the Lionheart seething with frustration
far from home while waiting for his family to raise funds to pay his ransom.
(Please note, this requires a good level of mobility and appropriate
footwear.)
Beautiful
Durnstein Abbey
Melk
After lunch you visit the remarkable
Melk Abbey. Nothing quite prepares you for your first sight of this enormous
honey-colored building, standing resplendent above the surrounding countryside.
Originally a castle, it was gifted to the Benedictine Order in the 11th-century
and, although reconstructed in Baroque style during the 18th century, it has
remained a monastic school and monastery ever since.
The Abbey is renowned for its
214-yard-long Emperor’s Gallery lined with portraits, many fine rooms and an
ornate library.
After the tour, explore the grounds
or take a stroll back to the ship through the picturesque old town, with
buildings dating back to the 15th century.
After we re-join the ship, dinner is
served during the final part of our cruise upstream through the pretty
Nibelungengau, immortalized in the music of Wagner.
Magnificent
Melk Abbey
“That
added extra special touch”:
After or during your
included shore excursion today, you also have the option to add a special
activity experience, to just add a little extra special touch. This extra activity today, if you choose to
sign up for it, is at a small added cost, (approx.. $20) collected at the time
you make the final payment for the cruise:
Apricot product tasting
in Dürnstein
Duration: one and a half hours
The Wachau Valley is exceptionally
well suited to fruit and wine growing. It's renowned for its apricots, known as
Wachauer Marille, which are protected by a designation of origin. Today,
instead of a guided tour of Dürnstein, you can join our local guide for a taste
of the region's most famous produce, which are made into jams, brandies, or
liqueurs.
Please contact us for
more information and to add the above experience to your booking, or you may
have the chance on board to book. Minimum numbers apply, so if not enough
guests opt for this extra, it may not happen. A small extra cost will apply if
you choose to add this extra touch activity.
Day 5 –
October 31st, 2027 Choose to visit either Salzburg or Linz
Today’s included shore excursion is a visit to your choice
of either Linz or Salzburg, Austria, for a guided walking tour and time to
explore at leisure.
Salzburg or Linz tour details
Included tour Option 1: Full day excursion to Salzburg with guided
tour, lunch at leisure and free time in Salzburg
Or
Included tour Option 2: Morning guided tour of Linz with the
afternoon free to explore Linz
Salzburg tour details
We drive to Salzburg, once an
independent state whose archbishops turned it into one of the most
sophisticated cities north of the Alps. Dominating the skyline is one of
Europe’s largest stone fortresses, the Hohensalzburg, while beneath its walls
church domes and spires rise from the delightful Altstadt, or Old Town. Then
there’s the wonderful Hellbrunn Palace and the splendid formal gardens of the
Mirabell Palace – a must for horticulture fans.
This morning, discover some of the
city’s main sights in the company of an expert local guide, then you’re free
for lunch at leisure and to explore as you wish. Everywhere there are sights
associated with the city’s most famous resident, Mozart, who played the
harpsichord aged three, composed rudimentary music at five and wrote his first
opera when he was 11!.
Salzburg was also were the famous movie The
Sound of Music was filmed.
We return to the ship for another
splendid dinner.
Salzburg Austria
Linz Tour Details:
Reaching Linz, you will have the
choice to stay in the city and take a guided walking tour, exploring its
charming baroque old town. At its heart you’ll see one of the finest squares in
Austria, lined by grand pastel-colored facades with an impressive central
Trinity Column of white marble, crowned by a gilded sunburst. There’s also the
fortress-like castle, built above the city by Emperor Friedrich III, now a
museum housing a fine collection of nineteenth and twentieth-century artworks.
The afternoon is free for you to
explore. Consider taking a ride on the Pöstlingbergbahn, a unique narrow-gauge
electric railway known as the "mountain tramway." This train connects
the main square in Linz with the district of Pöstlingberg. It is the steepest
adhesion railway in Europe, and its route offers stunning views as it passes
the Danube and the Ars Electronica Center, leading directly to a natural oasis
on the outskirts of the city. Once you arrive, you can visit the pilgrimage
basilica, enjoy the views of Linz from the viewing platform, explore a local
zoo, and much more.
Alternatively, you could explore one
of the fascinating museums in Linz. The Ars Electronica Center (AEC) serves as
the city’s museum of the future, showcasing innovative technology alongside
visionary media arts. Additionally, the Lentos Kunstmuseum features exhibits of
modern and contemporary art from the 19th century, including works from the
classical modernity period (such as Klimt, Schiele, and Kokoschka) as well as
pieces from the Expressionism movement.
Personalize your day with that added extra special touch
During your included shore excursion today, you can also add a special
experience to just add that little extra special touch. This extra experience today, if you choose to
take it, is at an added cost, as listed below:
Austrian lunch in Salzburg
Duration: 1.5hrs
Dine in a
slice of history for lunch in Salzburg. Join us for a delicious lunch featuring
traditional Austrian dishes, like Wiener Schnitzel and strudel, in what is
believed to be Europe's oldest restaurant, St. Peter Stiftskulinarium. This
restaurant has been welcoming hungry guests for over 1200 years, with mentions
of the establishment date back to 803 AD by scholar Alcuin of York, an advisor
to Emperor Charlemagne.
Optional excursion can be done
during your free time in Salzburg.
Please contact us
to add the above experience to your booking, or you may have the chance on
board to book. Minimum numbers apply, so if not enough guests opt for this
extra, it may not happen. The cost of the optional Austrian lunch
experience is approx.. $85, payable at time of final payment of the trip or
onboard if you choose to book this option while onboard.
TONIGHT IS HALLOWEEN NIGHT SO WE WILL ENJOY
THE FIRST OF OUR TWO HALLOWEEN THEMED COSTUME PARTIES
(The 2nd one will be at Dracula’s Castle, in Bran
Romania on our optional 4 night post cruise land tour of the Transylvania
region of Romania.)
OF
COURSE HALLOWEEN WOULD NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT A HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY. SO TONIGHT, EVERYONE IS INVITED TO JOIN US
FOR OUR FUN HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY.
SO DRESS UP TONIGHT IN YOUR FAVORITE HALLOWEEN COSTUME AND ENJOY
OUR HALLOWEEN NIGHT PARTY WHILE ALSO ENJOYING THE UNLIMITED FREE DRINKS
INCLUDED ON OUR SHIP FROM 10AM TO MIDNIGHT EACH DAYAND NIGHT OF OUR CRUISE.
Day 6 - Nov. 1st, 2027 Vienna, Austria
For many, today’s guided tour of Vienna will be one of the
highlights of the cruise.
Vienna details
Morning included tour option 1: Panoramic
guided tour of Vienna on coach
Morning included tour option 2: Panoramic
guided tour on coach followed by a walking tour of the old town
Tonight enjoy A live classical recital on
board
For many, today’s visit to Vienna
will be one of the highlights of the cruise. The city’s very name provokes
images of elegance, fine music, wide boulevards, Baroque architecture and a
rich tapestry of peoples who were drawn here from all corners of Europe.
For 200 years until the First World
War, Vienna was the cultural center of Europe and many of the showpiece
buildings, galleries, aristocratic palaces and magnificent churches you see
today were built to reflect its imperial status. The city’s most iconic
monument is the breathtaking Saint Stephen’s Cathedral, whose striking
multi-colored roof and huge Gothic South Tower dominate the skyline.
St Stephen’s
Cathedral in Vienna
There’s also the colossal Hofburg,
the former royal court that is now home to a collection of museums, the Crown
Jewels and the Spanish Riding School, and where the Vienna Boys’ Choir
performs. Then there are the lavish Imperial Apartments and an outstanding
collection of relics of the Holy Roman Empire, including, allegedly, the sabre
of Charlemagne himself. The Kunsthistorisches Museum, which contains the
world’s fourth largest collection of paintings, is just across the road.
This morning we have a tour with a
local guide offering insights into why Vienna is one of Europe’s great capitals
– the seat of the Habsburg emperors and home to some of the world’s finest
classical composers, including Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart and, of course, a
whole family of Strausses. After the panoramic tour on coach along the
Ringstrasse, the famous boulevard, built where the city walls once stood and
lined with many of the most important sights, you can choose to continue your
tour on foot through the old town or explore independently.
Free afternoon in
Vienna
During the afternoon you’re free to
explore as you wish. Take a stroll in the Prater, notable for the huge Ferris
wheel that features in several Cold War spy thrillers. Or, for something quite
different, visit the Schönbrunn Palace, a former royal residence now housing a
range of world-class museums and galleries. Perhaps, though, just take a stroll
through Vienna’s atmospheric side streets, or enjoy a coffee and a slice of
delicious Sachertorte in one of the lovely coffee houses.
Schönbrunn Palace, Vienna
This evening we have something special in
store. Not only do we have our indulgent Chef's Dinner, but we've also organized
for a live musical experience on board. So after this special dinner, sit back
and enjoy an intimate classical recital. To hear this exquisite music in Vienna
- where it was created - is truly the icing on the cake.
Personalize your holiday with that extra special touch
During or after your included shore excursion today, you can
also add a second shore excursion, to just add that little extra special
touch. This second excursion today, if
you choose to take it, is at a small added cost, as listed below:
Visit the Spanish Riding School in
Vienna
Duration: 1 hour
Enjoy a visit to the Spanish Riding
School, the only institution in the world that has practiced classical
equitation in the Renaissance tradition of the haute école for over 440 years
and continues to do so. On this guided tour you will get a glimpse behind the
scenes, see the stables of the Lippizaner horses, the training grounds and
learn about the history, equestrian traditions and horses. Please note for 6
weeks in summer, the horses are on their holiday, therefore you won’t see any
during the tour.
This optional excursion can be done
during your free afternoon in Vienna. The cost is approx.. $45 and can be added
while onboard the cruise.
This guided tour doesn’t include a
performance of horses. Other available events like the morning training
sessions and performances vary depending on the day of the week of your visit
and season. Details can be found on www.srs.at/en/tickets-events/ where
we recommend you book your tickets directly prior to travel.
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OR
Personalize your holiday option two:
Tour of Schönbrunn Palace with wine-tasting in Vienna
Duration: 4 hrs
Join us for a tour of Schönbrunn
Palace with a local guide. Once a summer residence in the countryside,
Schönbrunn now serves as an oasis of architectural beauty and tranquility in
the heart of 21st-century Vienna, thanks to the city's expansion. On our guided
tour we’ll see the palace’s highlights, including the state rooms and private
apartments of the Habsburg emperors.
After our tour, we'll visit the
Josef II restaurant nestled in the palace gardens where we'll dive into
Viennese viticulture. No other federal capital in the world has as much
wine-growing area as Vienna, with large vineyards on the outskirts of the city
and today we'll enjoy a taste of the local offering, accompanied by cheese and
bread.
This optional excursion can be done
during your free afternoon in Vienna and can be added while onboard your
cruise. The cost is approx.. $135.
Day 7 -
November 2, 2027 Budapest, Hungary
Our
ship arrives back to Budapest today.
Enjoy a leisurely morning as we cruise towards Budapest,
where we'll have a guided tour this afternoon.
After lunch we enjoy a sightseeing
tour of this captivating city, which truly lives up to its reputation as the
‘Pearl of the Danube’.
The twin cities of Buda, built
around the hilltop fortress, and Pest, with its wide boulevards, were fought
over through the centuries. The Ottomans ruled here for 150 years before being
ousted in the late 17th century, but their legacy lives on in the many thermal
baths fed by hot springs, giving rise to Budapest’s other sobriquet – the ‘City
of Spas’.
After the end of Ottoman rule,
Budapest became an imperial city of the Habsburg Empire, attracting great
cultural and commercial wealth. Castle Hill is Budapest in microcosm: two
churches, seven museums and a theatre among streets and squares with their own
special atmosphere and a dramatic view across the river to the awe-inspiring
neo-Gothic Parliament Building.
This afternoon you have a couple of included
sightseeing choices:
If you choose the panoramic coach
tour, you’ll drive past some of Budapest’s famous sites, including the Opera
House, Gellert Baths, chain bridge, Parliament building, and more, and stop for
photos and some time to explore at Hero’s Square and Buda castle.
Alternatively, you can choose our
active tour, where you’ll take a coach to the castle district. From here,
you’ll take lifts up to the castle terraces to begin a guided walking tour
around the castle area and Fisherman’s bastion. You’ll then have free time to
explore before heading back to the coach for the transfer to the ship. This
tour involves uneven grounds and a lot of walking so we only recommend it for
customers who are comfortable with a moderate activity level.
Buda Castle
This evening’s dinner closes with a
Hungarian folklore show, giving you time to bid farewell to your travelling
companions and reflect on all the inspirational places, sights and sounds you
have experienced on a truly ‘imperial’ cruise.
Budapest details
Free morning sailing along the Danube
Afternoon included tour option 1: Guided panoramic coach tour of Budapest
Afternoon included tour option 2: Active tour with a guided walk
of the castle district
Then everyone will enjoy tonight a Live Hungarian folklore show on board
Personalize
your holiday with that extra special touch
You can also add today, that little extra special touch. This
excursion, if you choose to take it, is at an added cost, as listed below:
Tour of Hungarian Parliament
Duration: 3hrs
Today, you could enjoy a closer look at one of our favorite
sights along the Danube River: The Hungarian Parliament Building. This
breathtaking masterpiece of neo-Gothic architecture commands attention from
across Budapest, but a guided tour offers a glimpse at the intricate detail and
rich cultural heritage of Hungary. We follow our tour of the interior with a
brief walk around the outside of the building to take in the building and its
surroundings. We'll also see a touching memorial and a monument to the
Hungarian Jews who died during the Arrow Cross's region of terror, which is
close by on the banks of the Danube.
This optional excursion can be added while onboard the ship. Cost approx.. $89.
THIS
AFTERNOON OR EVENING, ON YOUR FREE TIME, ENJOY, IF YOU WISH, A VISIT TO THE
FAMED
Széchenyi Thermal Bath
of Budapest, Hungary
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Description: A large, historic medicinal bath complex
famous for its grand neo-baroque architecture. It's built upon geothermal
resources and is the largest medicinal bath in Europe.
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Features:
o Numerous indoor and outdoor pools with varying
temperatures.
o Saunas and steam rooms.
o A 50-meter outdoor swimming pool.
o Spa services, massages, and a private spa area
are available for an extra fee.
Szechenyi Baths in Budapest is one of the best
and largest spa baths in Europe with its 15 indoor baths and 3 grand outdoor
pools, saunas, steam rooms and even a rooftop spa greenhouse. Come and
visit Europe’s beloved bath complex in a historical building.
Bathing in the Széchenyi Thermal Baths is a must
for any visitor to Budapest.
Soaking in curative hot springs is an integral part of
life in Budapest—you
can even get a doctor’s prescription to soak away your aches and pains. As
such, the Hungarian capital is chock-full of places to soak, from the art
nouveau Gellért Thermal Bath and Spa to the 16th-century Rudas Thermal Baths. If you have to choose just one though, go for Széchenyi Thermal Baths, which features a complex of indoor and outdoor pools
housed in a palatial neo-baroque spa complex
NOV. 3, 2027 – DISEMBARK SHIP .
IF YOU DO NOT SIGN UP FOR OUR OPTIONAL 4 NIGHT POST CRUISE LAND TOUR VISITING THE TRANSYLVANIA REGION OF Romania, your trip ends today and you can arrange for a transfer back to the Budapest airport. You can book your return flight home departing Budapest any time today.
ABOUT OUR CRUISE SHIP.
The five-star MS George Eliot – named after one of the leading
English novelists of the 19th century – is 110 meters of fine Swiss engineering
and craftsmanship.
MS George Eliot was
built to the highest specifications and strict safety regulations by Scylla AG,
world-renowned builders of the most modern cruisers in Europe.
Guests are welcomed in
the elegant lobby with its gleaming marble floor, well-lit by sophisticated
lighting. Thoughtful design is on tasteful display throughout the ship –
sustainable hardwood furniture, intricate wrought-iron work, and polished
copper and brass are beautifully complemented by soft leather and sumptuous
Italian fabrics.
MS George Eliot offers
the convivial ambience and personal service of a luxury boutique hotel with an
enjoyable and intimate service.
There are 70
luxuriously appointed suites and cabins, which all feature an en-suite bathroom
with shower, individually controlled air-conditioning, flat-screen TV,
hairdryer, safe, mini fridge, telephone and facilities for making tea and
coffee. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship.
Facilities
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Air-conditioning
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Lounge & bar
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Hairdressing salon
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24-hour front desk
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Restaurant
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Bistro with open
kitchen
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Laundry service
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Boutique gift shop
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Small splash pool
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Elevator between
Upper, Middle & Lower Decks
Dining on Board
The MS George Eliot's
spacious restaurant provides an intimate yet relaxed fine dining experience
with informal free seating. Whether you're looking for a casual meal or an
elegant dining experience, the restaurant caters to every taste with
exceptional quality and care.
Guests can indulge in a hearty buffet at
breakfast, offering a wide variety of choices to start the day. At lunch, enjoy
a salad and dessert buffet, complemented by a pasta station, served alongside
delicious soups and main courses. The highlight of the dining experience is the
sumptuous four-course dinner, expertly prepared and presented with impeccable
silver service.
The Sun Deck
Crowning MS George Eliot is the Sun Deck, the ideal spot for
taking in unhindered river views. There is a shaded seating area with plenty of
comfortable outdoor chairs and sun loungers, as well as a putting green and
splash pool.
Please note: The Sun
Deck is only accessible by stairs.
OPTIONAL 4 NIGHT POST CRUISE LAND PACKAGE
VISITING THE TRANSYLVANIA REGION OF ROMANIA –
HIGHLIGHTED BY A DAY/NIGHT VISIT TO THE ORIGINAL
DRACULA’S CASTLE IN BRAN ROMANIA
NOV. 3-7,2027
OUR 2023 POST CRUISE 4 NIGHT LAND TOUR TO VISIT DRACULA’S CASTLE FOR A TOUR AND HALLOWEEN COSTUME
PARTY WAS SUCH A HUGE HIT,
WE ARE DOING IT AGAIN!!
Enjoy a four
day/ 4 night tour of Romania, visiting the highlights of Transylvania,
including stunning castles, beautiful cathedrals and more.
The
number one highlight of this 4 day post cruise land tour is our night time
private party at Dracula’s castle, where we get a private tour of this
legendary castle unlike any other castle and unlike any castle tour!
Seeing the Real Dracula’s Castle, where the Real Dracula roamed his
Transylvania lair is a real treat … and seeing it AT NIGHT, is an EXPERIENCE
YOU WILL NEVER FORGET!
Day 1 Wed. Nov. 3, 2027
Budapest
- Timisoara (320km) HUNGARY+ROMANIA
Timisoara
We will be Picked-up from our ship around 09.00 a.m. and
transferred to Romania where we will meet the local tour guide.
We will then visit Timisoara, a very charming city for its
architectural features for many Turkish, Serbian, Austrian and German elements,
European Capital of Culture in 2023.
After our
city tour, we will be taken to our hotel for the night in Timisoara.
Timisoara, Romania
Day 2 – Thurs. Nov. 4, 2027
Timisoara
– The Corvini Castle – Sibiu (320 km)
Castelul Corvinilor
In the morning we will visit the most fascinating gothic
castle in Eastern Europe and one of the most beautiful and greatest of our
continent, the famous Corvin Castle
Sibiu
Visit Sibiu, a beautiful medieval city where Romanians and
Saxons have been living peacefully for centuries and where the various
religious monuments (Catholics, Orthodox and Protestants) demonstrate this
peaceful coexistence. Sibiu was named European Capital of Culture in 2007 and
hosts an extraordinary theater festival every year. The city fascinates thanks
to its three squares (Big Square, Small and Huet Square) that transport
tourists in a real medieval atmosphere. Its towers and its 15th century bastions,
but also its beautiful museums and the famous “houses with the eyes” give the
visitor lovely moments. Also in Sibiu you will see one of the largest gothic
evangelical churches in Transylvania.
The
dramatic architecture of Sibiu Romania
Day 3 – Friday Nov. 5th, 2027
Sibiu – Sighisoara – Brasov (210km)
AND BRAN FOR A NIGHT TIME VISIT TO DRACULA’S
CASTLE
Centrul Istoric Sighisoara
Visit Sighisoara, with its imposing Clock Tower. This
citadel is the best preserved in Europe and, extraordinary, it is still
inhabited. Since 1999 the historic center of Sighisoara is a UNESCO heritage
site. Here we will admire the church on the hill, reachable after a wooden
staircase called the schoolchildren’s ladder.
Sighișoara's imposing Clock Tower is a landmark that serves
as the main entrance to the medieval citadel and a central tourist attraction
We will also see the statue of the famous Hungarian national
poet Petofi Sandor, testifying to the fact that in Sighisoara the Magyar
community was in the past numerically important. Next to the statue is the
beautiful Catholic church, reserved for the Hungarian community, and the tower
of the shoemakers.
During our free time
here, you can even choose to have lunch at the house where Vlad the Impaler (Dracula)
was born.
Brasov
Visit Brasov, a
wonderful Transylvanian town, once entirely fortified, an important cultural,
tourist and commercial center.
Brasov impresses
with its typically German architecture, where the Gothic, the Baroque and the
Renaissance intersect to give life to an interesting and culturally very lively
city. Visit of the First Romanian School, which is located in the oldest district
of the city, and which was inhabited exclusively by Romanians, the Schei
district, interesting for the entrances into the city that were carried out in
medieval times through the Catherine’s and Schei Gate, quest last of the
nineteenth century.
In Brasov we will also visit the impressive
Black Church, the largest evangelical Gothic church in Eastern Europe, with a
65 meter high bell tower and a length of 90 meters the
church houses the most beautiful nineteenth-century mechanical organ of
Romania.
Romania’s largest Gothic church rises triumphantly
over Braşov’s old town. Built between 1385 and 1477, this German Lutheran
church was named for its charred appearance after the town’s Great Fire in
1689.
We will then
admire the palaces and houses of the historic center, recently restored, with
the Council Square which now houses a beautiful museum, and the pedestrian
Avenue of the Republic.
TONIGHT, WE WILL ENJOY A PRIVATE PARTY
AT THE REAL DRACULA’S CASTLE !
WE WILL BE DRIVEN THIRTY MINUTES FROM OUR HOTEL IN BRASOV,
TO THE CASTLE IN THE TOWN OF BRAN, ROMANIA.
OFFICIALLY CALLED BRAN CASTLE, IT WAS THE PLACE WHERE THE HEINOUS RULER,
VLAD THE IMPALER, ALSO CALLED DRACULA, REIGNED FROM IN THE 1400’S
VLAD WAS KNOWN FOR HIS UTTER CRUELTY AND BRUTALITY TO THOSE
HE RULED OVER. HE BECAME KNOWN AS
“DRACULA AND SIGNED HIS NAME AS DRAKULYA.
HE WAS REPORTED TO HAVE A HABIT OF DIPPING HIS BREAD IN THE BLOOD OF HIS
VICTIMS . (HENCE THE ORIGIN OF THE LEGEND THAT DRACULA SUCK HIS VICTIM’S
BLOOD).
HE ALSO WAS REPUTED TO WRITE LETTERS USING THE BLOOD OF HIS
VICTIMS AND HE HAD A RARE MEDICAL CONDITION THAT WHEN HE CRIED, MADE HIM CRY
TEARS OF BLOOD.
HIS FATHER, WHO RULED IN THIS CASTLE BEFORE HIM, WAS VLAD
DRACUL (VLAD THE DRAGON).
UPON ARRIVAL WE WILL ENJOY A PRIVATE TOUR OF
THE CASTLE WHICH AT NIGHT, IS TRULY AN EXPERIENCE YOU WILL REMEMBER.
BRING YOUR HALLOWEEN COSTUME TO WEAR FOR OUR
TOUR OF AND PARTY IN DRACULA’S CASTLE .
Our group standing in front of Dracula’s
castle on our post cruise visit following our 2023 halloween on the Danube
river cruise
More
from our 2023 Private party
at
dracula’s castle
Pictures we took of the castle lit up at night
on our 2023 private party at dracula’s castle
AFTER
OUR PARTY AT THE CASTLE,, WE WILL BE DRIVEN BACK TO OUR HOTEL IN BRASOV,
ROMANIA, APPROX. 30 MINUTES AWAY.
Day 4 SAT.
NOV. 6TH, 2027
Brasov
– Bran – Sinaia – Bucharest (180 km)
Bran Castle (Dracula's
Castle)
Today we will make a Daytime Visit to the famous Bran
Castle, better known as Dracula’s Castle.
Peles Castle
Next we will be driven one hour to visit to the fabulous
Peles Castle, the summer residence of the first king of Romania, the King
Charles 1 of Hohenzollern, of German origins. The castle was beautifully
designed by a Czech architect, and is famous for being one of the most modern
castles in Europe at the time of its construction, between the 19th and 20th
centuries. Each room is characterized by a unique style, different from the
styles of the other rooms. We will also admire the Florentine room, where we
will breathe a typically Italian and Renaissance atmosphere.
STRIKING PELES CASTLE
Lastly, we
will be driven just under two hours, back to Bucharest were our tour will end
at our hotel for the last night.
Sunday
Nov. 7th, 2027 -
Make your
own way to the Bucharest airport at a time of your leisure fitting to your own
flight that you should book home from Bucharest any time today.
PRICING FOR THIS TRIP
OUR HALLOWEEN CRUISE OF THE DANUBE RIVER
OCT. 27-NOV. 3, 2027
EVERYONE RECEIVES THEIR OWN CABIN –
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
WITH NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
EVERYONE RECEIVES THE FREE DRINKS PACKAGE –
ALL DRINKS INCLUDED
BETWEEN 10AM-MIDNIGHT
EVERY DAY/NIGHT ON THE SHIP
EVERYONE RECEIVES FREE WIFI ALL THE TIME ON THE SHIP
EVERYONE RECEIVES AN
INCLUDED PROFESSIONALLY GUIDED
SHORE EXCURSION IN
EACH PORT ON OUR CRUISE
EMERALD
DECK CABIN WITH WINDOWS $3949 PER PERSON
RUBY
DECK CABINS WITH FRENCH BALCONY: $4899
DIAMOND
DECK CABIN WITH FRENCH BALCONY: $5299
AND DON’T MISS OUR
BLACK FRIDAY PROMO
FOR
ALL PASSENGERS WHO BOOK THIS TRIP BETWEEN OCT. 29 AND NOV. 28, 2025 (BLACK
FRIDAY), YOU WILL RECEIVE OUR BLACK FRIDAY PROMO:
ONE FREE PRE –CRUISE HOTEL NIGHT
IN BUDAPEST
$350 OFF ANY OF
THE ABOVE LISTED
CATEGORY CABINS
OF YOUR CHOICE
FOR YOUR CRUISE.
PRICING
FOR OUR OPTIONAL 4 NIGHT POST CRUISE LAND PACKAGE VISITNG TRANSLYVANIA WITH OUR
PRIVATE PARTY AT DRACULA’S CASTLE WILL BE ANNOUNCED DURING CALENDAR YEAR 2026
DEPOSITS
AND BALANCE PAYMENTS
A $300
DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED WITHIN 7 DAYS OF BOOKING OUR HALLOWEEN ON THE DANUBE CRUISE
OCT. 27-NOV. 3, 2027
THE
BALANCE PAYMENT IS DUE JUNE 15TH, 2027
CANCEL
POLICY FOR THIS CRUISE
IF YOU
CANCEL BETWEEN THE DATE OF YOUR PAYING YOUR DEPOSIT AND THE DATE OF PAYING YOUR
BALANCE PAYMENT, YOU WILL ONLY LOSE YOUR $300 DEPOSIT, BUT YOU WILL GET A $100
FUTURE TRIP CREDIT TOWARD ANOTHER TRIP OF OURS THAT YOU CHOOSE TO BOOK
DEPARTING ANYTIME IN 2027.
IF YOU
CANCEL AFTER MAKING YOUR BALANCE PAYMENT, YOUR FULL TRIP COST IS NON REFUNDABLE
UNLESS YOU HAVE ADDED THE CRUISE LINE’S TRAVEL INSURANCE (ASK US FOR DETAILS OF
THAT INSURANCE)
DEPOSIT
POLICY FOR THE OPTIONAL 4 NIGHT POST CRUISE LAND TOUR OF TRANSYLVANIA ROMANIA
AND PRIVATE PARTY AT DRACULA’S CASTLE:
THERE
IS NO DEPOSIT REQUIRED FOR OUR OPTIONAL POST CRUISE LAND PACKAGE. JUST TELL US YOU WISH TO ADD IT WHEN YOU ARE
MAKING YOUR RESERVATION FOR THE CRUISE.
THE
BALANCE FOR IT WILL BE DUE AT THE SAME TIME THE BALANCE FOR THE CRUISE IS DUE
ON JUNE 15, 2027.
THE
PRICING FOR THE OPTIONAL POST CRUISE LAND PACKAGE WILL BE ANNOUNCED AT SOME
TIME IN 2026 AND YOU CAN CANCEL YOUR SPACE ON THE OPTIONAL POST CRUISE LAND
PACKAGE WITHOUT PENALTY, ANYTIME BEFORE YOU MAKE YOUR BALANCE PAYMENT, DUE JUNE
15, 2027.