Capital Cities Along the Danube (port-to-port cruise)

4 nights from £949pp departing Monday 27th Oct 2025

Embark on a cruise to the Danube Capitals. You will experience unique places such as the covered grand market of Budapest with its incredible display of different goods, amongst which are famous garlands of paprika, and the spectacular Zsolnay roof tiles.Vienna, like an open air museum is famous for the Konzerthaus where the footsteps of the great composers still echo. Without forgetting Bratislava situated at the foot of the little Carpathian mountains, standing out from this wooded and rocky landscape. You will be transported in a twirl of emotions and unbelievable flavours.

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	27th27	OctOct	202525	Vienna, Austria, embark on the MS Douce France	18:00
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines. Passengers are welcome to board at 6:00 p.m. in Vienna. After you've comfortably settled into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. We'll enjoy dinner on board. The rest of the evening is yours to do as you please.
	28th28	OctOct	202525	Vienna, Austria		17:00
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines. This morning, we'll set out on a guided tour of Vienna. We'll travel on The Ring, part of the vast changes to the Viennese cityscape that took place in the second half of the 19th century. This afternoon's excursion will be to discover Hidden Vienna. We'll tour backstage at the Konzerthaus and enjoy cup of Viennese coffee and a pastry.(1) Dinner will have an Austrian flair. Join us for an evening of dancing in the lounge. Our ship will cruise to Budapest.
	29th29	OctOct	202525	Budapest, Hungary	09:00	18:00
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find. This morning, we'll set out on a guided tour of the city to visit scenic Buda and lively Pest. The afternoon's excursion is a trip to the covered market and a tasting of some traditional Hungarian delicacies. We'll have a Hungarian-themed dinner and enjoy traditional entertainment on board. Our ship will cruise to Bratislava overnight.
	30th30	OctOct	202525	Bratislava, Slovakia	14:00	18:00
Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary. The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town. The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History. Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s. Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars. The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city. However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area. We'll spend the morning cruising. After our arrival in Bratislava, we'll set out on an afternoon tour of the Slovakian capital. After our excursion, we'll return on board the ship. Tonight is our festive gala evening. Our ship will cruise to Vienna overnight.
	31st31	OctOct	202525	Vienna, Austria, disembark the MS Douce France	06:00
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines. We'll arrive in Vienna early in the morning. Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

MS Douce France

Launch Year

1997

Refit Year

2017

Tonnage

1,500

Capacity

107

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

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Restaurant

Located on the upper deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Sun Deck

Do not miss it to unwind! It is equipped with recliners and deck chairs, so that you can enjoy the best views of your cruise.

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Holiday Summary

	4 nights cruising on the Danube
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£949pp
A_GLS_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,031pp
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,154pp
B_GLS_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£978pp
B_GLS_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,101pp
B_PMR_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Double Bed, Wheelchair Accessible)	£1,101pp
C_GLS_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£949pp

Suite staterooms from		£978pp
B_SUI_PP	Cat B Suite (Main Deck, Double Bed)	£978pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sat 16th Aug 202516 Aug 25	978
Fri 31st Oct 202531 Oct 25	949	978
Tue 4th Nov 202504 Nov 25	949	978
Sat 8th Nov 202508 Nov 25	949	978
Wed 12th Nov 202512 Nov 25	949	978
Sun 16th Nov 202516 Nov 25	949	978
Thu 20th Nov 202520 Nov 25	949	978
Mon 24th Nov 202524 Nov 25	949	978
Fri 28th Nov 202528 Nov 25	911	1,063
Tue 2nd Dec 202502 Dec 25	911	1,063
Sat 6th Dec 202506 Dec 25	911	1,063
Wed 10th Dec 202510 Dec 25	911	1,063
Sun 14th Dec 202514 Dec 25	911	1,063
Tue 27th Oct 202627 Oct 26	987	1,021