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MS Vivaldi, 11 Night From the Blue Danube to the Black Sea ex Vienna, Austria to Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania

Cruise MS Vivaldi, 11 Night From the Blue Danube to the Black Sea ex Vienna, Austria to Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania
Cruise Line CroisiEurope
Ship MS Vivaldi
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description 11 Night Cruise sailing from Vienna onboard MS Vivaldi
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 21 Sep 2024
Cruise Description Admire the majestic blue river, crossing 8 countries and stopping in 4 capitals. You will discover tremendous landscapes of striking beauty where nature is queen. From Belgrade to Vienna via Bratislava and Budapest, discover unique architecture, history and culture all along the beautiful Danube.

Day 1
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. In this evening, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Viennese concert (subject to availability.)

Day 2
Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided visit of Schönbrunn Palace and with its magnificent park, the former summer residence of the Emperor of Austria and his family.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.After our visits, we'll begin to cruise to 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 return on board and cruise to Budapest.

Day 3
We'll arrive in Budapest. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Budapest, once two distinct cities that united only in 1873. Buda, on one bank with its rolling hills and valleys; and Pest, on the other, with its flatter landscape that offers a panoramic view over the banks of the Danube. Both are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.The afternoon is free to do as you please. Join us on an excursion : Discover Gellert baths and spa (not included in the packages) or Budapest Market Halls (2) (not included in the packages).In the evening, join us on an excursion for both packages: evening of traditional entertainment in Budapest. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Day 4
We'll arrive in Kalocsa. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Visit the Puszta, the Pannonian steppe grasslands. We'll enjoy a horse show. After we return on board, we continue towards Mohacs and Novi Sad. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Day 5
We'll arrive in Novi Sad. Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided visit of Novi Sad, the industrial and financial center of the Serbian economy and a major cultural center.DISCOVERY: Novi Sad and a walk to the Petrovaradin fortress. We'll leave the ship for an energetic walk to the Petrovaradin Fortress. We'll stroll along the riverfront before climbing the 200 steps up to the fortress. The view from the fort is splendid, and we'll enjoy a snack during our hike.Our ship will begin to cruise to Belgrade. The afternoon will be spent cruising, before arriving in the Serbian capital in the evening. In the evening, join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Evening of traditional entertainment in Belgrade.

Day 6
Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Belgrade. Known for its high cultural influence during the Turkish occupation, the city charms us with its Eastern, Slavic and Austrian heritage. The lively Terazije Square is considered the heart of the city.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.The afternoon will be spent cruising to Donji Milanovac.

Day 7
The entire day will be spent cruising on the Danube. Our ship will pass through the Iron Gates, the gorge on the Danube that forms part of the boundary between Serbia and Romania. It was called "The Cauldrons” by ancient sailors, since the water, held tightly between two steep cliffs, seems to be boiling. 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. Tonight is our gala evening and dinner.

Day 8
We'll arrive in Ruse. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Tour of the canyon-shaped valley along the Rusenski Lom River, and the Rock-hewn Churches of Ivanovo, a group of monolithic churches, chapels and monasteries hewn out of solid rock. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Tour of Ruse. Enjoy dinner and an evening of traditional entertainment on board.

Day 9
Our ship will cruise to Giurgiu. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Bucharest. Bucharest offers a striking combination of architectural styles: Curtea Veche, the ruins of a 15th-century palace built during the rule of Vlad III Dracula, orthodox churches, Empire-style manor houses, Communist-inspired architecture, and the Parliament (outside only - entrance fees not included).We'll return on board in Fetesti Cernavoda. Our ship will then depart for Tulcea. Enjoy an evening of dancing.

Day 10
We'll arrive in Tulcea. Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: The Danube Delta. You'll tour the Danube Delta and enjoy the flora and fauna, see the multiple natural and artificial canals, and walk away with impressions that will last a lifetime.DISCOVERY: Delta Danube on a speed boat. On board a 7-passenger speed boat, you'll tour the Danube Delta and enjoy the flora and fauna.We'll return on board in Tulcea. Enjoy a traditional folklore evening. Our ship will sail through the night.

Day 11
We'll spend the morning cruising towards Fetesti Cernavoda.In the afternoon, join us for the optional excursion proposed: Constanta and tasting* of wine.

Day 12
We'll arrive early in the morning in Oltenita. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
Sailing Dates
21 Sep 2024
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
21 Sep 2024 Vienna, Austria 6:00 PM
22 Sep 2024 Vienna, Austria 1:00 PM
22 Sep 2024 Bratislava, Slovakia 4:00 PM 8:00 PM
23 Sep 2024 Budapest, Hungary 8:30 AM 11:00 PM
24 Sep 2024 Kalocsa, Hungary 6:00 AM 1:00 PM
24 Sep 2024 Mohacs, Hungary 4:00 PM 8:00 PM
25 Sep 2024 Novi Sad, Serbia 1:00 AM 1:00 PM
25 Sep 2024 Belgrade, Serbia 5:00 PM
26 Sep 2024 Belgrade, Serbia 12:30 PM
26 Sep 2024 Donji Milanovac, Serbia 9:00 PM
27 Sep 2024 Donji Milanovac, Serbia 7:00 AM
28 Sep 2024 Rousse, Bulgaria 9:00 AM
29 Sep 2024 Rousse, Bulgaria 6:00 AM
29 Sep 2024 Giurgiu, Romania 6:30 AM 8:30 AM
29 Sep 2024 Fetesti, Romania 6:00 PM 6:30 PM
30 Sep 2024 Sfantul-Gheorghe, Romania 9:00 AM 9:15 AM
30 Sep 2024 Tulcea, Romania 2:00 PM 10:00 PM
1 Oct 2024 Fetesti, Romania 11:00 AM 7:00 PM
2 Oct 2024 Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania 7:00 AM 9:00 AM
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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