DECEMBER 1 cruise in IMPERIAL CAPITAL
8 days / 7 nights
Orsova – Belgrade – Vukovar – Budapest – Bratislava – Vienna
Period: 27.11 – 04.12.2022

Detailed program
Day 1 - 27 November: Orsova - Belgrade
Boarding at 12.00, departure at 14.00
Arrival in the port of Orsova.
We will admire the spectacular landscapes from the Iron Gates, on the border between Romania and Serbia.
Dinner on board, with entertainment program

Day 2 - November 28: Orsova - Belgrade
Ship arrival: 08:00; Ship departure: 22:00
Organized tour in the historical center of Belgrade: Republic Square - equestrian statue of Prince Mihail Obrenovic - Zoran Gingici Plateau - Delijska fountain - Skadarlija pedestrian street, the most bohemian place in the city.
Lunch on board the ship
In the afternoon, free time for shopping and visiting the Christmas Market.
Dinner on board the ship

Day 3 - 29 November: Belgrade - Vukovar
Ship arrival: 10:00; Ship departure: 15:00
After breakfast, the ship will dock in Vukovar, the largest Croatian river port. Walking tour, walk along the pedestrian zone full of kiosks with souvenirs and restaurants.
Lunch on board as you sail to Budapest.
After lunch, wine tasting at the ship's bar and musical program.
Evening - technical stop in Mohacs for border crossing formalities.
After dinner, music at the bar.

Day 4 - November 30: Vukovar - Budapest
Ship arrival: 18:00
Navigation on the Danube / Budapest
Breakfast on board. Navigation. Lunch on board. Arrival in Budapest in the afternoon.
3-hour tour of the most popular attractions: the Parliament Building, St. Stephen's Church, the Opera House, Heroes' Square and the city park with Vajdahunyad Castle
Dinner on board.
Optional: "Hungarian State Folk Ensemble"

Day 5 - December 1: Budapest - Bratislava
Ship arrival: - Ship departure: 14.00
After breakfast, you will be able to explore Budapest on your own or – optionally, Szentendre, a small picturesque village from the 17th century, only 25 km from Budapest.
Lunch on board the ship
Sailing to Bratislava
Festive dinner on board with traditional Romanian dishes

Day 6 - December 2: Bratislava - Vienna
Ship arrival: 11.00; Ship departure: 22.00
After breakfast, two-hour panoramic tour with Oldtimer XL (the unique tourist train of the city of Bratislava), visit of the pedestrian zone that includes the most important attractions. Free time for shopping and walking.
Lunch on board the ship.
In the evening, after the Captain's gala dinner, we continue our journey to Vienna.

Day 7 - December 3: Vienna
Ship arrival: 07.00 Ship departure: -
After breakfast, sightseeing tour of Vienna (about 3 hours) along the Ringstrasse, where you can also admire the State Opera, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Imperial Palace "Hofburg", the Parliament, the City Hall and the University
Lunch on board. After lunch, free time for walking and shopping.
Tea at five and dinner on board.
Optional: Schönbrunn Castle (afternoon), the residence of the great empress Maria Theresa.
Optional: Viennese classical concert (evening)

Day 8 - December 4: Vienna
Ship arrival: - Ship departure: -
After breakfast, at 09:00 - disembarkation and transfer to the airport.
OPTIONAL: transport by bus Vienna – Orsova (50 euros / person)
The end of the cruise.

Rates include:
• 7 nights accommodation on board the ship in the selected cabin type
• All port charges along the route
• All activities and shore excursions, mentioned in the program
• Full board starting with dinner on the day of arrival and ending with breakfast on the day of departure: buffet breakfast, 4-course lunch (salad bar, soup, main course, dessert, coffee/tea), 5-course dinner (bar with salads, soup, appetizer, main course, dessert, coffee/tea).
• Captain's dinner with 5-course menu, including aperitif and a bottle of sparkling wine for 4 guests.
• Light lunch on the day of arrival in Vienna, in case of early arrival.
• Afternoon coffee/tea and cookies on board.
• Late night snacks (biscuits, cheese, sandwiches, appetizers, etc.) served in the bar on board.
• Wine tasting on board.
• 24-hour coffee/tea maker with coffee, tea and water on board.
• Music every evening.
• Free Wi-Fi on board in public areas (connection may vary).
• 24-hour manned reception on board.
Additional services on board:
• Visa/Master cards are accepted for all expenses on board.
• TV in the cabin.
• Souvenir shop at reception.
Rates do not include:
• Tipping for the crew on board: minimum EUR 5.00 per person per night (recommended - practiced).
• All-inclusive drinks package: EUR 22.00 per person per night