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Balcony
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 Cruise Length
21 Days
 Cruise Starts
Bucharest
 Cruise Finishes
Munich
21 Day Grand Danube with Transylvania and Munich Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany
 Cruise Length
21 Days
 Cruise Starts
Bucharest
 Cruise Finishes
Munich
21 Day Grand Danube with Transylvania and Munich Itinerary (Travelmarvel)
Countries Explored: Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany
Ship
Departures
Passengers
182
Crew
44
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
EUTCRGD21
Ship
Departures
Passengers
182
Crew
44
Launched
2020
Cruise Code
EUTCRGD21

Overview

Spend fourteen nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship from Bucharest to Munich. Immerse yourself in Bavarian festivities and learn about life in Serbia with a visit to a local family’s village.
Spend fourteen nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship from Bucharest to Munich. Immerse yourself in Bavarian festivities and learn about life in Serbia with a visit to a local family’s village.

Itinerary

Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Bucharest. Stay: Bucharest, President Hotel

This morning join a guided tour of the city and take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and belle epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district. Later you will travel to Brasov. Stay Two Nights: Brasov, Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel or similar (B/D)

This morning travel to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula's Castle'. With a local guide learn about its history and walk through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques. Return to Braşov and join a guided tour through its medieval streets. (B)

After breakfast, travel to your river ship. Stop on the way in the town of Sinaia for some free time. Stay 14 Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (B/D)

Today you'll discover the fortified walls and cobblestone lanes of Veliko Târnovo. With a local expert, be guided through this medieval city and uncover its rich history. At its centre, see the restored Tsarevets Fortress, citadel of the Second Bulgarian Empire. After, head to the hilltops to visit Arbanasi, a village brimming with history. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before rejoining your ship. (B/L/D)

Explore Baba Vida Fortress, a medieval castle that dates back to the 10th century. Afterwards, head to Belogradchik to visit its ancient fortress on the northern side of the Balkan Mountains. While you're here, see the town's unique rock formations. (B/L/D)

The day is yours to spend on board. Take it easy and relax, taking in postcard-perfect views from the Sun Deck. (B/L/D)

Get out and explore Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city and known as its cultural capital, on a guided tour. Afterwards, spend your free time relaxing, or perhaps visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive fortress complex overlooking the Danube River, and check out its catacombs. (B/L/D)

Dock in Hungary's oldest town, Kalocsa, set right on the Danube. From here, head to Puszta for your Insider Experience. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Traditional Horse Show In Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys and fine equestrian skills. You may choose to take an optional carriage ride, view the stables, and be greeted by horsemen.

We have set aside a full day for you to explore more of this fascinating city at your leisure. (B/L/D)

Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights such as Heroes' Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. (B/L/D)

Awake to views of one of the Danube's most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights. Back on board this evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner while you cruise. (B/L/D)

Today discover Slovakia's capital Bratislava, on a walking tour through the Old Town where you will see St Martins Cathedral, Primatial Palace and Main Square. You'll also visit the only surviving example of the original four entrances to the city, Michael's Gate. (B/L/D)

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city's most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider's view of sights such as St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, maybe visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert.

Discover more in hand-picked destinations with these optional select experiences that provide further opportunity to pursue your special interests. Enhance Your Journey experiences are at an additional cost to your tour price. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Mozart and Strauss Concert Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss Concert in one of Vienna's palaces or concert venues, followed by an evening drive around the Ringtrasse.

Cruise to Dürnstein, a town overlooked by the hilltop ruins of the castle where legendary King Richard the Lionheart was kept as a prisoner in the 12th century. You have the morning free to explore the cobbled streets, town houses and taverns of the town. Perhaps join an optional tour to taste some of the region's wine. Later, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley. Dock in Melk and tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. (B/L/D)

Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music'. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure in Linz. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Český Krumlov Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings.

Enhance Your Journey - ''The Sound of Music' Sights Depart from Passau to Salzburg and enjoy a tour of the sights from ‘The Sound of Music', including the famous Wedding Church.

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Bavarian Experience Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.

After breakfast, board a coach and travel to Munich and check in to your hotel. Stay Three Nights: Munich, Courtyard by Marriott City Centre (B)

Enjoy a guided discovery of the Bavarian capital of Munich, regarded by many as Germany's most beautiful city. See the famous Glockenspiel on the Town Hall and explore the historic city centre, home to the iconic Frauenkirche. The afternoon is yours to relax or continue exploring. This evening, you will be treated to a special dinner. (B/D)

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Munich today. Perhaps choose to join an optional tour to Neuschwanstein Castle. Nestled in the Bavarian Alps and renowned for its stunning and romantic architecture, this fairy-tale like castle was the inspiration for Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle. Surrounded by mountains, forests and lakes, its interior is equally impressive with colourful murals and grand opulence. (B)

Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Bucharest. Stay: Bucharest, President Hotel

This morning join a guided tour of the city and take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and belle epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district. Later you will travel to Brasov. Stay Two Nights: Brasov, Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel or similar (B/D)

This morning travel to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula's Castle'. With a local guide learn about its history and walk through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques. Return to Braşov and join a guided tour through its medieval streets. (B)

After breakfast, travel to your river ship. Stop on the way in the town of Sinaia for some free time. Stay 14 Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (B/D)

Today you'll discover the fortified walls and cobblestone lanes of Veliko Târnovo. With a local expert, be guided through this medieval city and uncover its rich history. At its centre, see the restored Tsarevets Fortress, citadel of the Second Bulgarian Empire. After, head to the hilltops to visit Arbanasi, a village brimming with history. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before rejoining your ship. (B/L/D)

Explore Baba Vida Fortress, a medieval castle that dates back to the 10th century. Afterwards, head to Belogradchik to visit its ancient fortress on the northern side of the Balkan Mountains. While you're here, see the town's unique rock formations. (B/L/D)

The day is yours to spend on board. Take it easy and relax, taking in postcard-perfect views from the Sun Deck. (B/L/D)

Get out and explore Novi Sad, Serbia's second-largest city and known as its cultural capital, on a guided tour. Afterwards, spend your free time relaxing, or perhaps visit Petrovaradin Fortress, a massive fortress complex overlooking the Danube River, and check out its catacombs. (B/L/D)

Dock in Hungary's oldest town, Kalocsa, set right on the Danube. From here, head to Puszta for your Insider Experience. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Traditional Horse Show In Puszta, enjoy a traditional horse show featuring Magyar cowboys and fine equestrian skills. You may choose to take an optional carriage ride, view the stables, and be greeted by horsemen.

We have set aside a full day for you to explore more of this fascinating city at your leisure. (B/L/D)

Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights such as Heroes' Square and St Stephen's Cathedral. (B/L/D)

Awake to views of one of the Danube's most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights. Back on board this evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner while you cruise. (B/L/D)

Today discover Slovakia's capital Bratislava, on a walking tour through the Old Town where you will see St Martins Cathedral, Primatial Palace and Main Square. You'll also visit the only surviving example of the original four entrances to the city, Michael's Gate. (B/L/D)

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city's most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider's view of sights such as St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, maybe visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert.

Discover more in hand-picked destinations with these optional select experiences that provide further opportunity to pursue your special interests. Enhance Your Journey experiences are at an additional cost to your tour price. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Mozart and Strauss Concert Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss Concert in one of Vienna's palaces or concert venues, followed by an evening drive around the Ringtrasse.

Cruise to Dürnstein, a town overlooked by the hilltop ruins of the castle where legendary King Richard the Lionheart was kept as a prisoner in the 12th century. You have the morning free to explore the cobbled streets, town houses and taverns of the town. Perhaps join an optional tour to taste some of the region's wine. Later, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley. Dock in Melk and tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. (B/L/D)

Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music'. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure in Linz. (B/L/D)

Enhance Your Journey - Český Krumlov Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings.

Enhance Your Journey - ''The Sound of Music' Sights Depart from Passau to Salzburg and enjoy a tour of the sights from ‘The Sound of Music', including the famous Wedding Church.

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt. (B/L/D)

Insider Experience - Bavarian Experience Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.

After breakfast, board a coach and travel to Munich and check in to your hotel. Stay Three Nights: Munich, Courtyard by Marriott City Centre (B)

Enjoy a guided discovery of the Bavarian capital of Munich, regarded by many as Germany's most beautiful city. See the famous Glockenspiel on the Town Hall and explore the historic city centre, home to the iconic Frauenkirche. The afternoon is yours to relax or continue exploring. This evening, you will be treated to a special dinner. (B/D)

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Munich today. Perhaps choose to join an optional tour to Neuschwanstein Castle. Nestled in the Bavarian Alps and renowned for its stunning and romantic architecture, this fairy-tale like castle was the inspiration for Walt Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle. Surrounded by mountains, forests and lakes, its interior is equally impressive with colourful murals and grand opulence. (B)

Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

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