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US $1,093 per person

The Soul of the Danube, Between Hungarian and Slavic Cultures (port-to-port cruise)

5 days

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Start and end in Budapest

4.3 (488 reviews)

The Soul of the Danube, Between Hungarian and Slavic Cultures (port-to-port cruise) - CroisiEurope River Cruises

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Platinum Operator: CroisiEurope River Cruises
River Cruise: Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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 - 160
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Budapest
Budapest
Meals
Dinner (Refined French cuisine)
Included Activities
- Welcome cocktail
- Dinner on board
Landmarks
Budapest
Day 2
Budapest to Bratislava
Budapest to Bratislava
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Refined French cuisine)
Included Activities
- Morning cruise through Gabčíkovo Dam
- Cruise past Dunajské Luhy protected marshland
- Quiz activity: Hungary and Slovakia, Two Cultures Along the Danube
- Slovak folklore evening on board
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bratislava (castle, medieval old town, panoramic views)
Landmarks
Gabčíkovo Dam
Dunajské Luhy
Bratislava Castle
Bratislava Old Town
Day 3
Bratislava - Esztergom - Visegrád
Bratislava - Esztergom - Visegrád
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner and evening - Refined French cuisine)
Included Activities
- Morning cruise to Esztergom
- Free discovery of Esztergom
- Cruise to Visegrád
- Gala evening
Optional Activities
- Guided excursion to Szentendre and Kovács Margit Ceramics Museum (includes museum visit and free time to explore the town)
Landmarks
Esztergom Basilica
Esztergom
Visegrád
Szentendre
Kovács Margit Ceramics Museum
Day 4
Visegrád to Budapest
Visegrád to Budapest
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Refined French cuisine)
Included Activities
- Morning cruise towards Budapest
- On-board lecture: The Danube, Stories of a River Connecting Peoples
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Budapest Parliament (including interior and UNESCO World Heritage Site information)
Landmarks
Budapest Parliament
Danube River
Day 5
Budapest
Budapest
Meals
Breakfast (Buffet breakfast on board)
Included Activities
- Buffet breakfast on board
Landmarks
Budapest

Landmarks
Budapest

Landmarks
Gabčíkovo Dam
Dunajské Luhy
Bratislava Castle
Bratislava Old Town

Landmarks
Esztergom Basilica
Esztergom
Visegrád
Szentendre
Kovács Margit Ceramics Museum

Landmarks
Budapest Parliament
Danube River

Landmarks
Budapest

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Rating: 4.3 (488 reviews)
Response time: within 2 days
Response rate: 88%
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CroisiEurope River Cruises Ship

MS Mona Lisa
A part of the biggest European fleet, CroisiEurope, Mona Lisa is a very spacious cruising ship with an impressive design. Not only that i… Read more
Capacity
Built
2000 (refurbished 2010)
Guests
94
Crew
Length
82m
Width
9.5m
Suites
Staterooms
48
Registry
Gross Tonnage
Electricity
220v
Beam
Cruising Speed
Generators
Engines
Draft
Cabin
Deck
Deck with Cabins
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

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4.3

helen5.0•July 2026
Staff were excellent, boat very tidy and excursions well done
MARIE-ANNE4.0•October 2026
This discovery cruise along the Rhône river of France was great. The staff, restaurant, activites and excursions were...
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Alison5.0•September 2026
We loved our Croise river cruise from Lyon to Arles and return. Great day tour options. Comfortable relaxing...
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2 local currencies
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Plug types C, E, F
You’ll need an adapter for these sockets in Hungary and Slovakia.

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Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

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Plan your adventure:

The Soul of the Danube, Between Hungarian and Slavic Cultures (port-to-port cruise)

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Included Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Included Activities

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