Sail the Danube aboard the Trafalgar Reverie and uncover a rich blend of history, culture, and timeless European charm. Explore scenic trails along the Ilz River, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town, and marvel at Budapest’s Heroes’ Square. Evenings invite you to unwind with regional wines, live entertainment, and panoramic views that make every moment unforgettable.
Includes
10 Day Trafalgar River Cruise
9 Nights in a classic cabin onboard Trafalgar Verity
9 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 8 Dinners
Experience Director, Experience Manager and ship crew
Buffet-style breakfast and lunches, à la carte dinners
Wine, beer, soft drinks included with lunch and dinner
Teatime during afternoon sailings
Onboard games room, gym, lounges, sundeck and bar
Onboard entertainment
Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences
Many locally guided tours, Included and Optional Experiences
Audio headsets for guided tours
Bicycles for use on land
Excludes
Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature
Highlights
9 Nights onboard Trafalgar Verity
23 Meals
Must-see sightseeing
Itinerary
Day 1: Budapest
Step aboard the Trafalgar Reverie, your floating home for your Danube cruise, and settle in for the night. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers over dinner hosted by your Experience Director.
Included Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Cruise the Danube Bend
Today, explore both sides of the city—historic Buda and lively Pest—with your Local Specialist. Visit Heroes' Square before heading up Castle Hill past Matthias Church to step inside Fisherman’s Bastion for views over the Danube and Parliament. Or, opt to take a foodie tour, diving into Budapest’s vibrant culinary scene and tasting local favourites. This afternoon, choose an Optional Experience to explore the Jewish district, including a visit to the Dohány Street Synagogue. In the early evening you’ll set sail, cruising through the Danube bend past the town of Szentendre and the former Royal centre of Visegrad.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Through Transdanubia to Bratislava
Enjoy the early morning experience of cruising along a stretch of the Danube that defines the border between Hungary to the south and Slovakia to the north. Step ashore in Bratislava and explore its old town on a walking tour with your Local Specialist. See the historic town hall, pass through Michael’s Gate and admire St. Martin’s Cathedral. Alternatively, step back in time on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, uncovering life under Communism with stories of escapes, Soviet rule and the Velvet Revolution. Looking to stretch your legs? Join an Optional Experience hike up to Bratislava Castle for sweeping Danube views. As you cruise through the evening, you’ll pass by the southern foothills of the Little Carpathian Mountains, and cross the border to enjoy views of the plains of Lower Austria.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Culture and Architecture in Vienna
Welcome to Vienna, the former capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Get to know this buzzing city with a drive along the Ringstraße and a guided walk through the old town, where Vienna’s grand architecture and imperial history come to life. Then, explore further with a choice between two experiences, enjoying sweet delights or diving into the life of Mozart. Settle into a traditional coffee house and indulge in a slice of Sachertorte, experiencing Vienna’s famous cafe culture. Or, step into the world of Mozart with an immersive journey back to the 18th century, discovering the places that shaped his life and music. This afternoon, choose between two Optional Experiences. You could visit Schönbrunn Palace, the opulent summer home of the Habsburgs, or take a foodie walking tour, tasting strudels, schnitzels, and other Viennese favourites. After a day of discovery, why not end the evening with an optional classical concert featuring the music of Strauss and Mozart?
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Cruise the Wachau Valley
Cruise through the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-listed gem known for its vineyards and medieval castles. In Spitz, join your Local Specialist for a walking tour, exploring the charm of this historic riverside town, famous for their apricots. For lunch, join the Saahs family for a Be My Guest experience at Weingut Nikolaihof, Austria’s oldest winery, where you’ll enjoy homemade specialities made with organic produce straight from their gardens. Continue your cruise through the Wachau Valley, passing by the historic Melk Abbey as your ship navigates overnight into Upper Austria.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: See Historic Linz
Explore Linz with your Local Specialist, strolling through its historic centre and discovering the city’s rich past. Alternatively, join an optional tour to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace and the setting for The Sound of Music. Or, if you love medieval charm, opt for an optional visit to Český Krumlov, a fairytale town with winding streets and a stunning castle. Overnight you’ll cruise through the hills of Upper Austria.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Cross the Upper Austrian Hills into Passau
Cross into Bavaria and arrive in Passau, the ‘City of Three Rivers’, where the Inn, Danube and Ilz meet. Join your Local Specialist for a morning walking tour through the old town’s cobbled streets or choose a hike along the scenic Ilz River. In the afternoon, why not join an optional Bavarian beer, pretzel and music experience? Enjoying local brews, freshly baked pretzels and traditional folk music.
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Farewell Passau
This morning, disembark the Trafalgar Reverie and bid farewell to the captain and crew, taking with you unforgettable memories of your journey along the Danube.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Ship info
Trafalgar Reverie
Step aboard the Trafalgar Reverie, a vessel where timeless elegance meets contemporary comfort, and where every detail has been thoughtfully curated to elevate your European journey into something truly extraordinary. From the moment you enter the ship’s grand foyer—an inviting space adorned with refined textures, warm lighting, and sophisticated design—you are welcomed into a world where luxury is not just seen, but felt. With a capacity of just 128 guests, the Reverie offers an intimate and exclusive atmosphere, allowing for personalized service and a sense of tranquility that larger ships simply cannot provide.
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to availability and rate of exchange changes. Offers above are a guide only and will vary depending on departure date. Our guide price is based on the cheapest departure within the stipulated season, availability is correct at time of loading and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Visas may be necessary and insurance is essential. Pentravel and Tour Operator terms and conditions apply, and may be found on our website.
Package excludes extra nights’ accommodation, optional extensions, airfares, taxes and fees, flight supplements, surcharges and airport transfers. You can do optional free-time add-on experiences in your free time and pay for them as you travel (additional costs apply).
Extra savings may be combined with Global Tour Rewards 5% Member Benefit and will come off the revised price (after discount) and are not applicable to extensions, transfers or extra nights. Not combinable with group discounts, Future Travel Credit carry forward discount or any other discount or promotion. If guests change to another river cruise or land tour, they are responsible to pay the difference and adhere to different payment conditions. Other conditions may apply. Must mention promo code TR26PGD at time of booking.
Tour operator reserves the right to withdraw promotional offers and adjust savings anytime without notice. At time of loading this may not be a definite departure, please contact a travel consultant for more info. Other conditions may apply. These packages are based on CASH price. E&OE;.
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