From Budapest to Strasbourg, enjoy a unique cruise crossing three rivers and four countries. From the Danube to the Rhine via the Main, you will be dazzled by the beauty of landscapes but also by the sweetness of these rivers that form a link between people, cultures and traditions. Hungary, Austria, Germany and France will unveil their history and rich heritage for an unforgettable trans-European getaway.
What's Included
Return Flights from the UK
Hold Luggage
Small Cabin Bag
Full Board Cruise
Alcohol and Soft Drinks during Bar hours
Captain's Welcome Evening
Gala Dinner
Free Wi-Fi
Accommodation & Facilities
MS L'Europe
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Named after the “Old Continent” and symbol of unity, the MS Europe is an elegant standard ship that sails on the Rhine and the Danube, meeting the many wonders offered by these two romantic rivers.
Explore the day-by-day breakdown of your journey through Danube, Main.
Day 1
Budapest
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Dinner tonight will be followed by an optional excursion for both packages: An evening of traditional entertainment in Budapest.
Day 2
Budapest / Esztergom
Join us on an optional CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion : Guided tour of Budapest.We'll return on board in Esztergom. In the afternoon, enjoy some time on your own exploring the former capital of Hungary. The city is full of treasures such as the Neo-classical basilica and former Royal palace. We'll return on board and depart for Vienna. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Day 3
Vienna
Upon arriving in Vienna, join us for an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : A visit to the Hofburg Palace (only on pre-booking before departure), the Hapsburg's winter residence and its Sisi Museum. Tonight, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Tour Vienna by night.
Day 4
Vienna
This morning, join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of the Schnbrunn Palace (only on pre-booking before departure), the summer residence of the Imperial family, followed by a panoramic tour of Vienna.DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living, music and Viennese cafes. We'll stroll through the city and visit back stage in the Konzerthaus concert hall(1). After our tour, enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry.Enjoy a free afternoon to explore this marvelous city at your own paceThis evening, join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability.)Our ship will depart at midnight.
Day 5
Melk
We'll cruise along the most beautiful section of the Wachau Valley this morning, arriving in Melk in the morning. We'll then set off on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Tour of Drnstein, the fortified village where Richard the Lionheart was once held prisoner. In the afternoon, join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Visit the Melk Abbey (only on pre-booking before departure). Originally a Baroque-style palace built between 1702 and 1736, it is now a Benedictine monastery that hosts a prestigious coed school with more than 900 students. We'll return on board and cruise towards Passau. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.
Day 6
Passau
We'll set out to explore Passau in the company of hostess, strolling the narrow romantic streets and admiring is Baroque-style buildings. We'll then cruise to Regensburg through the night.
Day 7
Regensburg / Kelheim
Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Guided tour of Regensburg and the Walhalla hall of fame which overhangs the river. We'll return on board in Kelheim and cruise the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal to Nuremberg.
Day 8
Nuremberg / Erlangen / Bamberg
We'll arrive in Nuremberg in the morning. Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Guided tour of the city and tasting of its famous gingerbread. We'll return on board in Erlangen and start sailing towards Bamberg. Our ship will cruise through the night.
Day 9
Bamberg / Schweinfurt / Gerlachshausen
We'll spend this morning cruising to Schweinfurt. Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Tour of Rothenburg, one of the oldest cities in Germany. This magnificent walled town located on the historic Roman Road has managed to keep its authentic charm. We'll return on board in Gerlachshausen. Our ship will cruise through the night.
Day 10
Würzburg / Karlstadt / Wertheim
Join us on an optional CLASSIC/DISCOVERY excursion : Guided tour of Wrzburg and the former Residenceof the Prince-Bishops of Wrzburg. We'll return on board in Karlstadt. Our ship will cruise through the night.
Day 11
Wertheim / Miltenberg / Frankfurt
We'll leave to explore Miltenberg in the company of our hostess and discover this charming, very typical German village. Its marketplace surrounded by half-timbered houses, its Grande Rue and former Town Hall make Miltenberg a unique town and the "pearl of the Main". We'll cruise to Frankfurt.
Day 12
Frankfurt/Oder / Mainz
Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Tour of Frankfurt.DISCOVERY: Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and ascent of the Main Tower.We'll return on board and cruise to Mainz. Gutenberg's hometown, Mainz lies at the confluence of the Rhine and the Main and is a perfect blend of past and present. Its age-old cathedral is not to be missed. You'll be able to explore the city in the company of our hostess. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.
Day 13
Strasbourg
Enjoy buffet breakfast on board as we cruise towards Strasbourg, passing through two impressive locks on the Rhine, Iffezheim and Gambsheim. We'll reach Strasbourg at 2:00 p.m. and disembark after lunch. End of our services.
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Trans-European cruise from Budapest to Strasbourg (port-to-port cruise)
22 September 2019 
