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Enchanting Danube (2025) (Passau to Budapest, 2025)

8 days
From Passau to Budapest
4.6
11 traveler reviews

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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 130
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Arrival in Munich

    You'll arrive at Munich Airport where a Uniworld representative meets you if you've booked a group or private transfer. From there, you're taken directly to your ship and can settle in.

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  2. Day 2

    Passau

    Passau sits at the confluence of three rivers, giving it a unique cultural feel. You can see Europe's largest pipe organ or pick from activities like a riverside hike, scavenger hunt, or treasure hunt trek through the town.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Passau Three Rivers
    • Let's Go: Hike along the Ilz River
    • Passau Scavenger Hunt
    • Treasure Hunt Trek
    Landmarks
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
  3. Day 3

    Salzburg and Linz

    This day covers Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg plus Linz, Austria's third-largest city famous for its Linzer torte. You'll visit the ARS Electronica Museum and a cider farm. Choose between a full-day Salzburg trip with a Sound of Music experience or a town and country option in Linz.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • ARS Electronica Museum & Cider Farm

    Optional Activities

    • Full-Day in Salzburg with Sound of Music
    • Linz town and Country: Linzertorte and Cider Farm Visit
    Landmarks
    Salzburg
    Linz
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  4. Day 4

    Melk and Dürnstein

    Start with the 900-year-old Melk Abbey, which has an incredible baroque library. After that, head to Dürnstein where you can walk cobblestone streets, shop, and optionally hike to a ruined castle. Optional activities include wine tasting, a saffron farm visit, or biking through Wachau Valley.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Melk Abbey & Gardens
    • Icons of Dürnstein

    Optional Activities

    • Melk Abbey with Library Visit
    • Let's Go: Biking the Wachau
    • Dürnstein Wine Estate Visit with Tasting
    • Dürnstein Village and Saffron Talk
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Dürnstein
    Wachau Valley
  5. Day 5

    Vienna

    Vienna offers art, music, and rich pastries throughout the city. You'll get a highlights tour and an expertly led visit to the Vienna Art History Museum. A private Mozart and Strauss concert is included, with additional optional tours available.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Gala Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • "Morning with the Masters" at the Vienna Art History Museum
    • Vienna - Imperial City Highlights
    • Nights Out: Private Mozart and Strauss Concert

    Optional Activities

    • Magical History Tour
    • Schönbrunn Royal Experience
    Landmarks
    Vienna Art History Museum
    Schönbrunn Palace
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  6. Day 6

    Vienna to Bratislava

    The ship sails toward Bratislava, and you can relax on deck with drinks while taking in Danube views. Though small, Bratislava has centuries of political and cultural importance. An Old Bratislava tour is included, with optional walking tours and castle hikes, plus free time in town.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Old Bratislava with Multium Mirror Gallery

    Optional Activities

    • Bratislava - Small but Precious Walking Tour
    • Let's Go: Hike to Bratislava Castle
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Castle
    Old Bratislava
  7. Day 7

    Budapest

    Budapest blends medieval and modern culture throughout. Included activities are the Budapest Rock Hospital and Margaret Island Discovery. Pick between a panoramic highlights tour with a visit to Franz Liszt Academy or a walking tour focused on local food.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Welcome Gala Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Budapest Rock Hospital
    • Margaret Island Discovery

    Optional Activities

    • Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Franz Liszt Academy Visit
    • Budapest Walk with Local Treats
    Landmarks
    Margaret Island
    Franz Liszt Academy
  8. Day 8

    Departure from Budapest

    You disembark and transfer to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home, or you can choose to stay longer in Budapest.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Extend stay in Budapest
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Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection Ship

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    S.S. Maria Theresa
    Feted by Cruise Critic as the ‘Best New River Ship’ for 2015, the 443 feet long, 150 passenger S.S. Maria Theresa river cruis… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2015
    Guests
    150
    Crew
    57
    Length
    443 ft
    Width
    37.5 ft
    Suites
    11
    Staterooms
    64
    Registry
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    Electricity
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    5.7 ft
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  • MH
    · October 30th, 2024
    Excellent food and services.
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • MH
    · October 30th, 2024
    Food was excellent at all times. Some excursions were better than others but majority of guides were great. At times, as in Vienna, docking was far and it made it difficult to get around.
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    Trip date: October 2024
  • Enchanting Danube (2025) (Passau to Budapest, 2025) reviewer 3
    · September 18th, 2023
    People are amazing. Except for reception.. very serious .food good, needs much faster internet
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    Trip date: September 2023
  • KC
    · July 24th, 2023
    An amazing holiday. Organisation, staff, food and excursions were all wonderful and we will definitely book another cruise with Uniworld.
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    Trip date: July 2023
  • VB
    · July 12th, 2022
    Enchanting Danube was a wonderful trip and I highly recommend Uniworld! When they say all inclusive, that is what they mean. All of the excursions were fantastic and it was hard to choose what to do. We were also given extra time in several cities to explore and/or revisit places we wanted to see. The ship was very luxurious. I upgraded from a classic room to a French Balcony which had a bigger window that opened all the way. It was nice to have a better view. The staff was attentive and personable. The hotel manager greeted everyone by their name by the second morning. The room was well appointed and most importantly the bed was super comfortable. We added a Progressive dinner where we got to see different parts of the ship and talk with the staff that works there while enjoying wine and different parts of our meal. That was a fantastic experience. The transfers were easy and efficient. All in all a wonderful trip that I would highly recommend!
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    Trip date: June 2022
  • A
    · September 18th, 2019
    This was our first river cruise and everything went beyond our expectation. Services: the staff were accommodating and helpful. Tours: various excursions to choose from for different age group and they were well-organized. Ship: beautiful boutique-design ship. The only cons is a slow Wifi connection but it ain't a big deal. There were so many onboard activity that kept us entertaining. I noticed that the cruise operates in eco-friendly manner, i.e. they eliminates sing-use plastic. That's a big plus!!!!
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    Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your review, and we're thrilled that you found your experience to be perfect. I hope we have another opportunity to welcome you aboard again soon.
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    Trip date: March 2019
  • Enchanting Danube (2025) (Passau to Budapest, 2025) reviewer 7
    · September 24th, 2018
    Pros - Service was excellent Cons - Rooms too small - Food very average for the price - lift didn't work entire trip The cruise ended early due to low water levels in the Danube. That can't be helped but they did not advise us until it was a fait accompli and it was too late to change other arrangements. They must have known for some time this was likely but said not a word, Poor form.
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    Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection commented on this review
    Thank you for the review. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed your cruise, but we’re sorry there were aspects of it that could be improved. I’ve shared your comments with our management team for them to review. If you have additional comments about your... Show more
    Trip date: September 2018
  • RA
    · June 20th, 2018
    This was our first river cruise and we loved everything about it. The staff was so attentive the ship S.S. Maria Therese was absolutely beautiful. I highly recommend Uniworld
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    Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your review, and we're thrilled that you found your first river cruise experience to be perfect. I hope we have another opportunity to welcome you aboard again soon.
    Trip date: June 2018
  • A
    · April 8th, 2018
    The attention to detail in accommodation, meals, comfort, etc
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    Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection commented on this review
    Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We hope you'll be back aboard soon.
    Trip date: April 2018
  • A
    · April 8th, 2018
    The staff were eager to please. We had great food, accommodations, ease of arrival and departure connections, tours, and comfort. Would highly recommend.
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    Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection commented on this review
    Thank you for the wonderful review. We're so glad you enjoyed your cruise, and hope to see you back soon.
    Trip date: April 2018

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