12-Day Beautiful Blue Danube Tour from the Black Sea: Oltenita, Danube-Black Sea Canal, Ruse, Bratislava and Vienna | Port-to-Port Cruise

Product Code: 710376

OVERVIEW

Highlights

    • Discover 6 countries and diverse cultures
    • Experience the Iron Gates and the spectacle of the canyons between the Carpathian Mountains and the Balkan Peninsula
Tour Code
710376
Duration
12 day
Departure City
Oltenita
End City
Vienna
Language
English

IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Cultural & Historical, Cruise

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities; Explore various destinations both at sea and on land. It offers the convenience of a cruise experience with the added benefit of guided tours and activities at multiple ports of call.

Group Size: Standard Group Tour

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Quality: Budget Friendly

Experience the most affordable tour service and accommodation with fast-paced itineraries. Enjoy budget hotels, certified guides, and included transportation. Please note that a mandatory service fee and additional costs for optional activities may apply.

Itinerary

MS VIVALDI
The MS Vivaldi is named after one of the greatest virtuosos in the history of music, who no- tably composed "The Four Seasons". The ship sails on the Danube, and takes passengers to discover the many wonders oered by this romantic river.
The MS Vivaldi is a superb Premium ship, measuring 110 meters long and 11,40 meters wide. It can accommodate 176 passengers, in 88 cabins spread over three decks. The size of each cabin is enough to offer amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay.
The decoration is stylish and its atmosphere, both elegant and friendly, and in perfect harmony with its surroundings.
Located on the middle deck, the restaurant oers a delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large bay windows allow guests to fully enjoy the panorama. Also situated on the middle deck is the lounge / bar with a dance floor, while a piano bar welcomes passengers on the upper deck, in an intimate and cozy atmosphere.
Comfortable sun loungers are provided on the sun deck, with a large shaded area, the ideal place to relax and admire the surrounding landscapes.
   
 
DECKS AND TECHNICAL DETAILS

Day 01
Oltenita

Oltenita (Romania)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Excluded L:Excluded D:Included

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Dinner.

Meal

  • B:Excluded
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Included
Day 02
Cernavoda

Cernavoda - Danube-Black Sea Canal - Constanta (Romania)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Morning sailing on the Danube-Black Sea Canal. The completion of the Danube-Black Sea Canal is a colossal work in the history of Communism in Romania and Eastern Europe. In the late morning, arrival in Constanta.

Join us on an optinal excursion for both packages: guided tour of Constanta and local wine tasting.(For more details, please ask the tour guide.)

Enjoy dinner and a traditional folklore evening.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 03
Constanta

Constanta - Danube-Black Sea Canal - Cernavoda - Oltenita

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

A day's sailing on the Danube-Black Sea Canal. Construction began in the 1950s and the canal was inaugurated in 1984, making it the third longest in the world after the Suez and Panama canals. Take advantage of this day to relax on the sun deck and take part in the activities on board.Gala evening on board. Our ship will cruise through the night towards Oltenita.

Visiting Attractions

  • Danube Delta Danube Delta

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 04
Oltenita

Oltenita (Romania) - Giurgiu (Romania) - Ruse (Bulgaria)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Guided visit of Bucharest.

Bucharest offers a striking combination of architectural styles: orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, Communist-inspired architecture, and the Parliament (outside only - entrance fees not included.)

We'll cruise to Ruse, one of the biggest ports in Bulgaria. Enjoy an evening of traditional entertainment.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 05
Ruse

Ruse (Bulgaria)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Tour of Ruse. The city is impressive with its broad avenues, large squares and wonderful buildings which pay tribute to the architecture of the national Renaissance. After our tour, we'll return to the ship and begin to cruise all afternoon. We will pass through two countries, Romania on the left bank and Bulgaria on the right bank. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 06
Ruse

The Iron Gates

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

The day will be spent cruising on the Danube sailing through Romania, Bulgaria and Serbia. Our ship will pass through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube between the Carpathians and the Balkans. On the Serbian bank of the river, we'll catch a glimpse of the Tabula Traiana - a marble plaque honoring the Roman Road that once linked Rome to the province of Dacia.

Visiting Attractions

  • The Iron Gates The Iron Gates

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 07
Belgrade

Belgrade (Serbia) - Novi Sad (Serbia)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

We'll arrive in Belgrade. Join us for the optional excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Guided tour of the Serbian capital.

DISCOVERY: Biking in Belgrade. You'll cycle along the history-filled streets with your guide, who'll explain the city's recent past from World War II to current times.

After our tour, we'll return to the ship. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Novi Sad and the Krusedol monastery. We'll start cruising in the direction of Mohacs.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 08
Mohacs

Mohacs - Kalocsa

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

We'll arrive in Mohacs. In the afternoon, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: The Puszta.

We'll return on board in Kalocsa and cruise to Budapest. Enjoy a Hungarian dinner this evening. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 09
Budapest

Budapest (Hungary)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Budapest.

Enjoy a free afternoon in Budapest. Join us on an excursion proposed : Discover the Gellert Baths and Spa (not included in the packages) or Budapest Market Halls (2) (not included in the packages). After our visits, we'll begin to cruise to Bratislava. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 10
Bratislava

Bratislava (Slovakia)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

We'll arrive in Bratislava. Join us for the optional excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Guided Tour of Bratislava and Tasting of Local Delights.

DISCOVERY: Hiking in Bratislava: The Little Carpathians. From Devin Castle, we'll take in the splendid view of Bratislava. We'll then return on board.

Gala evening.

Our ship will cruise to Vienna.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 11
Vienna

Vienna (Austria)

Hotel: On the MS Vivaldi or similar

Meal: B:Included L:Included D:Included

Join us for the optional excursions proposed:

CLASSIC: Visit to Schoenbrunn Palace, former summer residence of the imperial family, and panoramic tour of Vienna.

DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living: Music and Viennese cafes. We'll stroll through the city and visit back stage in the Konzerthaus concert hall(1). After our tour, enjoy a steaming cup of Vienna Coffee and a delicious pastry.

We'll then return on board. You'll be free to explore the city on your own in the afternoon. Join us on an optional excursion proposed (not included in the packages): Horse-drawn carriage ride though Vienna.

In the evening, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability.)

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Included
  • D:Included
Day 12
Vienna

Vienna (Austria)

Meal: B:Included L:Excluded D:Excluded

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

Meal

  • B:Included
  • L:Excluded
  • D:Excluded
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Own Expenses

Day Activity Price Additional Information
D3 Excursion in the Danube Delta 47€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D4 Day excursion to Bucharest (lunch included) 87€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D5 Ruse and the monastery of St. Dimitar Basarabovski 59€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D7 Guided tour of Belgrade 47€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D7 Guided tour of Novi Sad and the Krusedol monastery 46€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D8 Morning in the Puszta (1/2 day) 84€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D9 Tour of Budapest €40/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D9 Gellert Baths and Spa 132€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D9 Budapest Market Halls 93€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D10 Guided tour of Bratislava €39/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D11 Vienna Concert €91/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D11 Guided tour of Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace €104/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
D11 Horse-drawn carriage ride through Vienna 207€/Person It is recommended to book in advance.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner on the first evening to breakfast on the final day,  including welcome cocktail and gala dinner 
    • Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) 
    • Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom 
    • Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
    • Onboard entertainment activities, including evening of traditional entertainment in Constanta and Ruse
    • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
    • All port fees
    • Port-to-port cruise without transfers
    • Free Wi-Fi onboard
    • Headsets are included for excursions
    • Official welcome from the captain and crew

Package Excludes

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
    • Cancellation and baggage insurance
    • Transfers/travel to and from departure/ arrival points
    • Personal expenses 
    • Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation made within:

  • 0 - 21 Days Prior to Departure Date - Non-refundable
  • 22 - 36 Days Prior to Departure Date - 25% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 37 - 56 Days Prior to Departure Date - 40% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 57 - 96 Days Prior to Departure Date - 50% of total purchase amount can be refunded
  • 97 or More Days - only $188.52 charge handling fee by order

Special Notes

    • Cancellation Policy
               - More than 97 Days prior to Depature Date: €175 penalty
               - 57-96 Days prior to Departure Date: 50% penalty
               - 37-56 Days prior to Departure Date: 60% penalty
               - 22-36 Days prior to Departure Date: 75% penalty
               - 0-21 Days prior to Departure Date: 100% penalty
    • To verify customer information and ensure the accuracy of the provided passport details, we require customers to provide a photo of the passport information page before confirming the order. Our customer service will contact you at that time.
    • This cruise can also be booked with return transfer from Strasbourg ( réf. OVI).
    • For the safety of our passengers, the captain and crew of the boat may decide to modify the navigational itinerary.
          - The tour of the Konzerthaus might be replaced by a tour of the Musikverein or the opera if it is booked for shows or not available.
          - The market halls of Budapest are closed on Sundays, they will be replaced by the visit of the Jewish quarter followed by a tasting of                        Hungarian products.
          - Alcohol can be harmful to your health. Please drink in moderation.
  • Valid passport required. Non-EU nationals are advised to consult their embassy or consulate.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

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Reservation Info

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    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

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    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.

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