7 Night Danube Explorer Cruise from Munich

Welcome to Munich, where you will be greeted by one of the Emerald Cruises representatives and transferred to your contemporary Star-Ship in Passau. A warm welcome awaits you from the captain and crew, and this evening, you'll join your fellow guests for dinner onboard. Please book your flight to arrive into Munich prior to 2 PM.

Today, you'll gain fascinating insight into the life of local Bavarians during a visit to a farm, where you'll also be able to try their homemade specialities. Alternatively, you can set off on a hike, catching sights such as the Mariahilf and St. Severin, an ancient church dating back to the Ottonian dynasty.

Today, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Cesky Krumlov. This quaint Czech town has one of the best-preserved ancient centers in Europe, with more than three hundred protected medieval buildings and an iconic castle complex. Enjoy a guided tour of the area, including the 15th-century St. Vitus Church and a series of delightful Gothic facades, each taking you back to the Middle Ages.

Relax as we cruise down the Danube River early this morning, passing some of the world's best wine-producing vineyards, before arriving in Melk. On your included tour today, walk the gold-leaf halls of Melk Abbey. Afterwards, enjoy sailing through the idyllic Wachau Valley to Weissenkirchen. When you arrive, you'll have the opportunity to hike to Weissenkirchen. Alternatively, you can stay in Melk and cycle to Weissenkirchen, traversing a route that offers a different perspective on the region's viticulture.

Today, discover the classical charms of Vienna with its imperial grandeur and all the best cafes and artisan studios. A drive around the Ringstrasse will introduce you to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic center. Alternatively, enjoy a bike tour along the serene trails on the Danube Island.

Enjoy a short but tranquil sailing between Vienna and Bratislava, marveling at the everchanging scenery of the Danube. This afternoon, enjoy a guided hike to Bratislava Castle - its silhouette looks as though it has been pulled from the pages of a fairy tale. Alternatively, explore the city's historic architecture on an included guided tour, where everything is in walking distance, including the ornate exterior of the Slovak National Theatre.

Welcome to Budapest, where an amazing end to a fantastic trip awaits. Explore the city's cobbled medieval quarter today, as you embark on a motorcoach tour through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city center. Your guide will teach you about the Hungarian capital's culinary scene and the tour will finish at the Neo-Gothic Great Market, Budapest's largest and most expansive indoor market, where you'll have time to explore on your own. If you're feeling more active, you can instead choose to hike to Buda Hill. The surrounding area has been rebuilt several times, most recently following the air raids of WWII. Some 18th-century Baroque houses still stand and are best explored from the medieval paths and alleyways in the area around Buda Castle. This evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show onboard.

After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of apricot orchards and ancient Roman cities with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above.