Along the river Danube, Budapest and the Balkan peninsula (port-to-port cruise)

11 nights from £2,930pp departing Thursday 8th May 2025

From Hungary to Romania via Serbia, you'll be surprised and delighted by this cruise that will take you to the heart of Eastern Europe. You will discover cities with remarkable landscapes and elegant architecture such as Novi Sad, the capital of the province of Vojvodina regarded as the "Serbian Athens", whose cultural and artistic backgrounds will surprise you. Do not miss out on Ruse, one of the largest ports in Bulgaria and a true melting pot of Bulgarian and Romanian cultures.

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	8th08	MayMay	202525	Budapest, Hungary, embark on the MS L'Europe	18:00	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. Passengers are welcome to board our ship. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight we'll enjoy dinner and start sailing towards Mohacs through the night.
	9th09	MayMay	202525	Mohács, Hungary	07:00	18:00
We'll sail towards Osijek in the early morning. To help get your blood moving, join us for an aerobics class and onboard entertainment.This afternoon, join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Osijek.DISCOVERY: Osijek by bike.Afterwards, we'll continue cruising towards Novi Sad. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.
	9th09	MayMay	202525	Osijek, Croatia	14:00	18:00
	10th10	MayMay	202525	Novi Sad, Serbia	04:00	18:00
Join us for an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Novi Sad, the industrial and financial center of the Serbian economy and a major cultural center. We'll then drive to Sremski Karlovci for a visit. Afterwards, our ship will cruise to Belgrade.Join us this afternoon for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Belgrade.DISCOVERY: Belgrade by bike.Enjoy an evening of dancing on board. Our ship will cruise through the night.
	10th10	MayMay	202525	Belgrade, Serbia	15:00	18:00
	11th11	MayMay	202525	Cruising
	12th12	MayMay	202525	Ruse, Bulgaria	08:00
We'll arrive in Ruse in the early morning and spend the day on an optional excursion for both packages: Discover Veliko Tarnovo, famously known as the historical capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, and Arbanassi (lunch included).
	13th13	MayMay	202525	Ruse, Bulgaria		15:00
This morning, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Discover Ruse with its wide avenues, large squares and gorgeous monuments bearing testament to national Renaissance architecture. We'll then begin to cruise to Giurgiu.Join us this afternoon on an optional excursion for both packages: Bucharest and a visit to the Village Museum showcasing traditional Romanian village life.Return to Oltenita. Overnight sailing to Cernavoda and Constanta.
	13th13	MayMay	202525	Oltenita, Romania	18:00	18:00
	14th14	MayMay	202525	Fetesti, Romania	01:00	18:00
Crossing the Danube-Black Sea Canal, arrival in Constanta in the morning. After our arrival, we'll leave on a full-day optional excursion to Constanta (lunch included.) The oldest continuously inhabited city in Romania, it was founded in 600 BC. We'll discover its diverse architectural styles, most evident in the Orthodox cathedral (interiors) and the Grand Mosque (exteriors). We'll enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Afterwards, we'll cruise to Murfatlar, where Romania produces its best wines and have a tasting in a wine cellar*. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.
	14th14	MayMay	202525	Constanta, Romania	09:00
	15th15	MayMay	202525	Constanta, Romania		09:00
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. Night sail to Oltenita.
	15th15	MayMay	202525	Fetesti, Romania	17:00	18:00
	16th16	MayMay	202525	Oltenita, Romania	06:00	18:00
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. You'll be transferred to Sinaia, stopping for lunch on the way.This afternoon, join us for an included excursion to Peles Castle and the Sinaia Monastery.(2) We will leave by coach for Sinaia to visit the superb 19th-century Peles Castle, the former summer residence of the Romanian royal family. King Carol I commissioned the construction of the palace after falling in love with the mountain scenery, and it is now the small city's major tourist attraction. The immense rooms within the castle are bursting with works of art and decoration, including giant Murano glass chandeliers, stained glass windows, teak woodwork, and all sorts of local touches. The monumental marble staircase leads up to the Hall of Honor, where the family received many royal guests. The next stop will be the Sinaia Monastery, home to a few dozen remaining monks. Notable sites at the monastery include the New Church built in 1846, with icons gifted by Czar Nicholas II of Russia in 1903, and the small history museum that holds several treasures, including the first translation of the Bible in Romanian from 1668.You'll be transferred to a 4-star hotel for dinner and the night.
	16th16	MayMay	202525	Predeal, Romania, disembark the MS L'Europe
	16th16	MayMay	202525	3 nights accommodation following your cruise, staying in Predeal
	19th19	MayMay	202525	Check out of accommodation

MS L'Europe

Launch Year

2006

Refit Year

2016

Tonnage

15,000

Capacity

180

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Main Deck

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Sun Deck

Take advantage of the sun deck to relax! It is equipped with chairs and deckchairs, allowing you to cool off while enjoying a panoramic view of the magnificent landscapes.

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Holiday Summary

	8 nights cruising on the Danube
	3 nights in a hotel following your cruise
	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		£2,930pp
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£2,930pp