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Danube Explorer 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Budapest to Passau)

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From Budapest to Passau
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  • Buda Castle illuminated at night, overlooking the Danube River in Budapest.
  • Castle on a hill next to a river with reflections.
  • Palace with garden and fountain in foreground.
  • Abbey on a hill with surrounding town.
  • Historic city square with tram and columns.
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
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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 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Budapest

    Included Activities

    • Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
    Landmarks
    Budapest
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  2. Day 2

    Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Coach tour of Budapest with Grand Market visit
    • Hike to Gellert Hill

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Szentendre (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Grand Market
    Gellert Hill
    Buda Castle
    Budapest UNESCO World Heritage Centre
  3. Day 3

    Bratislava

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Bratislava
    • Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
    • Local Slovakian entertainment on board

    Optional Activities

    • Skoda tour of Post-Communist Bratislava (extra expense)
    • Carpathian Wine route (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Castle
    Slovak National Theatre
    Bratislava Old Town
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  4. Day 4

    Vienna

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided coach tour of Vienna and Ringstrasse
    • Guided walking tour of Vienna city centre
    • Guided bike tour of Vienna

    Optional Activities

    • Exclusive Viennese evening concert (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    Vienna State Opera
    Vienna City Hall
    Austrian Parliament
    Danube Island
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  5. Day 5

    Melk

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Melk Abbey
    • Guided bike tour along the Danube River
    • Guided hike in Weissenkirchen

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Schallaburg Castle (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Wachau Valley
    Weissenkirchen
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  6. Day 6

    Český Krumlov

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Český Krumlov

    Optional Activities

    • Walking tour of Linz with a Linzer Torte tasting (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Český Krumlov Castle
    St. Vitus Church
    Český Krumlov Old Town
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  7. Day 7

    Passau

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Bavarian Countryside Experience
    • Hike to Veste Oberhaus

    Optional Activities

    • Bavaria Live (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Veste Oberhaus
    Mariahilf
    St. Severin
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  8. Day 8

    Departure

    Meals
    Breakfast

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Emerald Cruises Ship

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    Emerald Sky
    Offering unique river cruising experiences since 2014 on Danube and Rhine to the 182 passengers it can accommodate, Emerald Sky is the perf… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2014
    Guests
    180
    Crew
    51
    Length
    135 metres / 443 feet
    Width
    11 m / 36 ft
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    3544 gt
    Electricity
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    Cruising Speed
    13 kn / 24 kph / 15 mph
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    May 14th, 2026
    Very nice cruise on the Danube. Efficient and helpful staff. Visited many nice places.
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    Asked on February 14th, 2026

    Is there a possibility to cancel the reservation and get a refund?

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    • Emerald CruisesOperator•Written February 2026

      It would not be possible to make a cancellation without charges. However, you can proceed with the reservation for six travelers and later add the others if they can finally join. This cruise is organized in English. Would this be suitable for you?

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    Asked on February 1st, 2026

    What is availability for June-July cruise from Buda to Passau

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    • Emerald CruisesOperator•Written February 2026

      The ship that will be sailing on the 25 July, 2026 is known as the Emerald Luna. If you could kindly have a look and reply back with your preferred cabin preference, I can quote you the pricing and the relevant details.

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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Austria.Czech Republic.Germany.Hungary.Slovakia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Czech Republic.Hungary.Slovakia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Czech Republic.Hungary.Slovakia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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