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Tauck River Cruises, Musical Magic Along The Blue Danube from Budapest, April 14, 2023

Tauck River Cruises Danube 12-day route

Cruising from: Budapest, Hungary;

Departure Date: 14 April, 2023;

Cruise Line: Tauck River Cruises;

Cruise Ship: MS Joy;

Duration: 12 days;

Ports of Call: Budapest, Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, Passau, Prague, Prague, Prague;



12-day cruise to Budapest, Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, Passau, Prague, Prague, Prague on board MS Joy.

Day 0 Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.

Day 1 Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.

Day 2 Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.

Day 3 Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is one of the smaller capitals of Europe but still the country's largest city. One of the city dominants is The Castle of Bratislava. The most attractive part of Bratislava is the Old Town where the most historical sights, as well as cultural institutions, are concentrated. Its tiny lanes offer an ideal atmosphere for romantic walks to those who love to follow signs of history in the middle of the modern world.

Day 4 Vienna, Austria

Vienna is the federal capital, largest city and one of nine states of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and the very special Viennese charm. Apart from being regarded as the City of Music because of its musical legacy, Vienna is also said to be "The City of Dreams" because it was home to the world's first psychoanalyst - Sigmund Freud. Vienna is Austria's main centre of education and home to many universities, professional colleges and high schools.

Day 5 Vienna, Austria

Vienna is the federal capital, largest city and one of nine states of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and the very special Viennese charm. Apart from being regarded as the City of Music because of its musical legacy, Vienna is also said to be "The City of Dreams" because it was home to the world's first psychoanalyst - Sigmund Freud. Vienna is Austria's main centre of education and home to many universities, professional colleges and high schools.

Day 6 Melk, Austria

Melk, located on the banks of the River Danube, is a picturesque city with a rich history in lower Austria's Wachau valley. Melk is best known for its massive Benedictine Abbey, one of the most splendid monastic houses in Austria. The countryside surrounding Melk also has several attractions for tourists. The Donauradweg cycling path is one of the loveliest bicycle routes in all Europe, connecting riverside towns and scenic natural areas. Several castles are within a few kilometers, including the 900-year-old Renaissance Schloss Schallaburg, Schloss Schonbuhel, and Aggstein Castle, in romantic ruins.

Day 7 Salzburg, Austria

Salzburg is located at the foot of the Alps on the border with Germany. It's the largest city in the area, famous for its baroque architecture. In 1997, the city of Salzburg became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's the perfect blend of history and culture, being home to Mozart, an ancient fortress, the Old Town, Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral and Hangar 7, not typical hangar, but does contain many aeronautical artefacts.

Day 8 Passau, Germany

Passau in the southeast of Germany is located at the Austrian border. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau is worldwide known as "The Three Rivers City". In the heart of Passau on the Old Town's highest point rises St. Stephen's Cathedral, in which the world's largest cathedral organ sounds. The majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus on the Danube's side and the Pilgrimage Church "Mariahilf" on the Inn's side give the city outstanding beauty.

Day 9 Prague, Czech Republic

Prague is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic, a UNESCO monument and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Famous for its the Old Town Hall with the Astronomical Clock, the Jewish Quarter, known from the novels of Franz Kafka, the Gothic Charles Bridge and Church of St. Nicholas, the Palace Gardens, Petrin and Prague Castle. Each of Prague's districts has its own characteristic atmosphere and unique charm. One of the great joys of the city are its ancient chapels, unexpected gardens, cute cafes and old-fashioned bars.

Day 10 Prague, Czech Republic

Prague is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic, a UNESCO monument and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Famous for its the Old Town Hall with the Astronomical Clock, the Jewish Quarter, known from the novels of Franz Kafka, the Gothic Charles Bridge and Church of St. Nicholas, the Palace Gardens, Petrin and Prague Castle. Each of Prague's districts has its own characteristic atmosphere and unique charm. One of the great joys of the city are its ancient chapels, unexpected gardens, cute cafes and old-fashioned bars.

Day 11 Prague, Czech Republic

Prague is the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic, a UNESCO monument and one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Famous for its the Old Town Hall with the Astronomical Clock, the Jewish Quarter, known from the novels of Franz Kafka, the Gothic Charles Bridge and Church of St. Nicholas, the Palace Gardens, Petrin and Prague Castle. Each of Prague's districts has its own characteristic atmosphere and unique charm. One of the great joys of the city are its ancient chapels, unexpected gardens, cute cafes and old-fashioned bars.

Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Danube river cruise with Tauck River Cruises. Sail with Tauck River Cruises from Budapest to Danube on board MS Joy. Discover the best of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic on this Danube cruise and discover amazing Budapest, Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, Passau, Prague, Prague, Prague. MS Joy leaving Budapest, Hungary for 12 day from April 14, 2023.


Danube River cruise April 2023


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