8 Day Classic Danube, Vienna – Vienna, MS Swiss Splendor

Full board on board. After breakfast, we will embark on an optional panoramic tour of the most important sights in the capital of Austria: the Opera, the Town Hall, the Parliament, the Burgtheater, and the splendid Imperial Palace of Hofburg. In the afternoon, enjoy the city at your own pace or opt for a visit to the Schonbrunn Palace. At midnight, the boat will leave the Austrian capital and sail towards the Wachau Valley. Night on board.

Full board on board. Early in the morning, we moor in Melk, a small town in the heart of the impressive Wachau Valley. It is world-renowned for the Benedictine Abbey perched high on a rock overlooking the river (optional visit). At noon, we will leave Melk to enjoy the landscapes offered by the wonderful Wachau Valley. After lunch, we will arrive in Dürnstein, a charming village in the heart of the winding Wachau Valley with a medieval castle. From the pier, you can directly access the historic city center on foot, passing through the medieval city gates and reaching Pranger Square. From here, there is a beautiful view of the castle ruins, famous for supposedly being the place where Richard "the Lionheart" was imprisoned. Don't miss the chance to taste the typical wines of the Wachau region. Late in the afternoon, the boat will leave the town of Dürnstein and sail towards Hungary. Night on board.

Full board on board. After lunch, we will arrive in Esztergom. It is a relevant place in the history of Hungary, as it was the first capital of the Kingdom of Hungary and is where the first King, Stephen I, was crowned in the year 1000. The Basilica of Esztergom is the largest church in Hungary and is the symbol of the city. Inside is the largest organ in Hungary. At dinner time, we will sail to Budapest where we will arrive at midnight. Overnight stop in the city. Overnight on board. 

Full board on board. Today we will spend the whole day in the capital of Hungary. The Danube separates Buda and Pest with its immensity, two great cities that today come together to form one of the most important European capitals. Huge bridges connect both banks bringing Buda, the former royal seat and most elegant residential area, and Pest, the city's economic and commercial heart, closer. Our optional guided tour will take you along wide boulevards to the famous Parliament, the Opera, Heroes' Square, the Market, the Chain Bridge, and the Fisherman's Bastion with its spectacular views over the city. You cannot miss Budapest at night when the city dresses up. Discover it at your own pace. Night on board.

Full board on board. Until lunchtime, we will stay anchored in Budapest. One of the excellent ways to enjoy the panoramic view of the Danube and the UNESCO World Heritage Site is to take tram number 2 from Margaret Bridge to Petőfi Bridge. Alternatively, we encourage you to dive into the waters of one of Budapest's world-famous thermal baths. The most famous ones are Széchenyi Thermal Bath and Gellért Thermal Bath. In the afternoon, enjoy the views offered by the Danube and its banks. Night on board.

Full board on board. In the early morning we will arrive in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Our optional guided tour will offer you a tour of this imperial city. We will see, among other fascinating places, the National Theater, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, the old town hall, and the impressive fortress on top of a rock. In the afternoon, we will leave Bratislava and head towards Vienna. In the evening, Captain's dinner. Night on board.    

Vienna is one of the oldest cities in Europe, very rich in historical and cultural heritage that stands out above all for having inspired great composers like Strauss, Beethoven, and Mozart.

Disembark after breakfast (Handelskai pier). End of our services.