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9 Night Danube Explorer and Highlights of Budapest Cruise from Munich
Ship: Emerald Luna
Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises
Sailed: Friday, Jul 18, 2025 from Munich, Germany
Ended: Sunday, Jul 27, 2025
The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Friday, Jul 18, 2025
departure of the Emerald Luna. If Emerald Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing
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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.
Day 2 - Saturday - Jul 19, 2025
Passau, Germany
Today, you'll sample homemade specialities and explore the customs and traditions of Bavarian agriculture during a visit to a local farm. Alternatively, you can set off on a hike, soaking up views such as the hilltop church of Mariahilf and the ancient St. Severin, dating back to the Ottonian dynasty.
Day 3 - Sunday - Jul 20, 2025
Linz, Germany
Bus Travel
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic
Bus Travel
Linz, Germany
Crossing the border into the Czech Republic, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Cesky Krumlov. This quaint 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.
Day 4 - Monday - Jul 21, 2025
Melk, Austria
Weissenkirchen, Austria
Enjoy a relaxing cruise along the Danube River en route to Melk. Here, you'll explore the golden halls of Melk Abbey on today's included tour. Afterwards, you'll have the choice to sail through the idyllic Wachau Valley to Weissenkirchen, or if you're feeling active cycle from Melk along the Danube River, traversing a route that offers a different perspective on the region's viticulture.
Day 5 - Tuesday - Jul 22, 2025
Vienna, Austria
Discover the classical charms of Vienna on a tour through the city. Uncover the cafes, artisan studios, and Baroque majesty of Vienna's imperial grandeur. 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 Donauinsel, the Danube Island.
Day 6 - Wednesday - Jul 23, 2025
Vienna, Austria
Bratislava, Slovakia
Enjoy a leisurely morning exploring Vienna before sailing on to Bratislava, marveling at the ever-changing scenery of the Danube. Explore the city's historic architecture on an included guided tour, where everything is within walking distance, including the ornate exterior of the Slovak National Theatre. This afternoon, enjoy a guided hike to the fairy tale-like Bratislava Castle.
Day 7 - Thursday - Jul 24, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
This morning, relax onboard your Star-Ship while we sail from Slovakia to Hungary. In Budapest, an exciting program awaits you. As you sail into this magnificent city, it becomes immediately apparent why the Hungarian capital is known as the 'Pearl of the Danube'. Venture into the city independently or make use of the onboard bikes to explore Budapest's hidden treasures.
Day 8 - Friday - Jul 25, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
Today, explore the city's cobbled medieval quarter 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, finishing at the Neo-Gothic Great Market, Budapest's largest and most expansive indoor market, where you'll have time to explore independently. 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, best explored from the medieval paths and alleyways of the area around Buda Castle. This evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show onboard.
Day 9 - Saturday - Jul 26, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
On your last full day in Budapest, you are invited to a special dinner and a traditional folklore show for a truly immersive local experience. This is a great chance to bid farewell to your fellow travelers before going home.
Day 10 - Sunday - Jul 27, 2025
Budapest, Hungary
After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests. 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.
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