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Cities Visited: This Itinerary sails in this Direction: Pay tribute to the queen of Europe’s great rivers, the enchanting Danube
German poet Friedrich Hölderlin called the Danube “a refreshing, melodious river, sometimes foaming with high spirits, at other times dreaming serenely.” For many centuries, this river has been a reflection of Europe’s history—an economic lifeline, a highway to conquest, and a source of inspiration for poets and musicians. Now it is your turn to be inspired. Waltz your way along the Danube, sailing from one captivating city to the next. Visit Budapest, the beautiful “Queen of the Danube.” Spend two glorious nights in breathtaking Vienna, the “Waltz Capital of the World.” Discover the charming villages of Dürnstein and Melk, located in Austria’s lush, vineyard-rich Wachau Valley. Experience delightful Salzburg, or quaint Steyr and Gmunden—the latter of which has a breathtaking Alpine backdrop—as well as colorful Passau, home to Europe’s largest pipe organ. Discover the many UNESCO World Heritage sites on this regal journey full of centuries of intriguing history. Along the way, delve into the tastes of the region, like the Wachau Valley’s world-famous Rieslings. Who will enjoy this cruise: Those longing to discover the best of Eastern and Western Old World Europe, and those who love history, food, wine, architecture, and music. Epicurean Adventurer Program Includes: Private wine tasting at Domäne Wachau in Dürnstein | Luscious Austrian dessert-making demonstration | Special wine and food pairing dinner Click here to watch a video featuring River Beatrice on Top Billing, a popular TV show in South Africa. To order books related to this itinerary, please click here. |
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Enchanting Danube River Cruise Package Includes:
Day 1 - Munich, transfer to Passau
Arrive at the Munich airport where you will be transferred to the ship in Passau. (D)
Day 2 - Passau, cruising the Danube River
Featured Excursions: Passau walking tour and St. Stephan’s organ concert
Passau’s historic wealth through trade is reflected in the beauty of
its Medieval merchants’ houses. The city’s Italian Baroque buildings,
erected after the big fire of 1662, match the historic town center with
its winding little streets and narrow alleyways. These streets will
lead us to St. Stephan’s Cathedral for an organ concert on Europe’s
largest pipe organ. Later, enjoy scenic sailing as your ship winds its way down the dreamy Danube. (BB, L, Captain’s Welcome Gala)
Note: Concert not available before May 2, after October 31, or on Sundays.
Day 3 - Linz (Salzburg or Gmunden/Steyr)
Featured Excursion: Choice of full-day Salzburg OR three-quarter-day Steyr and Gmunden
Today’s adventure takes you to Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
known for its well-preserved Medieval town core and musical heritage.
During your guided walking tour, marvel at the city’s 15th-century
cathedral; stroll its famous shopping street, Getreidegasse, where you
can also pass by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s childhood home; and admire
the Mirabellgarten, which was featured in the beloved film The Sound of Music.
If you already discovered Salzburg in the past, perhaps during Mozart’s
250th celebration a few years ago, this time you can opt for a
three-quarter-day visit to Gmunden and Steyr. Quaint Gmunden will
delight you with its Alpine panorama, and Steyr has one of the
best-preserved Old Towns in Austria. Its lovely historic center houses
the famed Bummerlhaus (“plump little dog”)—one of the finest pieces of
Gothic residential architecture in Central Europe. (BB, D)
Day 4 - Melk, cruising the Wachau Valley, Dürnstein
Featured Excursions: Domäne
Wachau private wine tasting and Melk Abbey tour
Awaken in Melk; from the ship you can see Melk's resplendent 900-year-old abbey situated high atop the
granite cliffs of the Danube. After breakfast, enjoy a guided tour of this
Benedictine abbey, a breathtaking masterpiece of Baroque art and
architecture whose famous library was an inspiration for The Name of
the Rose.
Then embark on a scenic cruise through the vineyard-rich, UNESCO World Heritage-designated Wachau
Valley—one of the most beautiful river valleys in Europe, where some of
Austria’s finest white wines are produced. You'll arrive in the tiny Baroque village of Dürnstein just in time for a visit to Domäne
Wachau for a tasting of the famous Wachau Valley Rieslings. This
award-winning, quality-oriented cooperative is deeply rooted in the
Wachau region, and its members cultivate about 30% of the entire Wachau
vineyard area. Enjoy a leisurely exploration of this charming village on foot. (BB, L, D)
Day 5 - Vienna
Featured Excursions: Choice of Vienna city tour and National Library visit OR “See Vienna as the Viennese Do” on an exclusive waltzing discovery of Viennese daily life
Vienna is a treasure trove of secular and sacred gems, including St.
Stephen’s Cathedral and the stately Ringstrasse—the broad thoroughfare
surrounded by the many imperial buildings and monuments that give
Vienna its wedding cake appearance. After your panoramic drive through
the city, you will start a walking tour through the Hofburg grounds
that will culminate at the magnificent Baroque State Hall of the
Austrian National Library, said to be the most beautiful library room
in the world. Or choose to “See Vienna as the Viennese Do” with an
intimate walking tour of Vienna’s historic center, where you’ll travel
by foot and subway with the locals. Along the way, enjoy a
quintessentially Viennese experience—a stop in a traditional coffee
house. It was in Vienna that the Turkish secret to coffee making first
entered Europe in 1685. (BB, L, D)
Day 6 - Vienna
Enjoy a morning at leisure in imperial Vienna. You'll spend the afternoon onboard your floating hotel as your ship meanders under bridges and through locks en route to Budapest. (BB, L, D)
Day 7 - Budapest
Featured Excursion: Choice of Budapest city tour OR Budapest walking discovery with Parliament visit
Savor the beauty of both Buda and Pest, which lie on opposite sides of
the Danube, with a panoramic coach tour that shows all the key
highlights of this gorgeous city. Or join a walking discovery that
includes a visit to the Hungarian Parliament building and Market Hall,
as well as a downtown stroll along Váci Utca, the main shopping street.
(BB, L, Captain’s Farewell Dinner)
Note: Parliament may be closed for official business without prior notice. Market Hall is closed on Sundays.
Day 8 - Depart Budapest
Disembark the ship and transfer to Budapest Ferihegy International Airport for
your flight home, or extend your stay in exciting Budapest.
(CB/BB)
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2010 Cruise Critic's Editor's Pick for Best New River Ship.
River Beatrice features French balconies in 80% of her staterooms, more Junior Suites than any comparable ship, and the magnificent Owner’s Suite. Entered service in 2009; 410’ x 37.5’; 80 staterooms; 160-passenger capacity; European officers and crew; 7-night cruises through Germany, Austria, and Hungary on the Enchanting Danube.
It’s only befitting that Europe’s enchanting Danube with her glorious
international jewels—Budapest, the “Queen of the Danube,” Vienna, the
“City of Waltzes,” and Bratislava, the “Coronation City of
Kings,”—welcomes another jewel to her sparkling collection – this time
in the way of Uniworld’s new, ultra-luxurious River Beatrice.
River Beatrice
began her inaugural season in March 2009 along the Enchanting Danube,
and evokes the essence of this inspirational region being she possess
grace, refinement, and is simply the most deluxe and comfortable ship
to ever sail any European river.

Category 1 - 5 Staterooms: 150 sq ft
Owner Suite: 1 (300 sq ft)
Suite: (225 sq ft)
Facilities onboard the majestic River Beatrice:
Port Charges: 126.0000
Base category: Category 5
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L Loya rated this tour a 5 on 6/27/2010 4:37:38 PM and says:
"Spacious junior suite, friendly & professional staff, delicious food. Interesting itinerary with excellent local guides. Danube was flooding due to rain so our itinerary had to change a bit, but Uniworld handled changes smoothly & compensated lost time & tours in Vienna with expanded tours in Budapest. (We were on the Passau to Budapest route)."
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