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

Cruise MS Vivaldi, 11 Night From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube ex Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania to Vienna, Austria
Cruise Line CroisiEurope
Ship MS Vivaldi
Destination EU Rivers
Brief Description 11 Night Cruise sailing from Oltenita (romania) onboard MS Vivaldi
Type of Cruise River
Departure Date 02 Oct 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 Vienna to Belgrade 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. Dinner.

Day 2
We'll spend the whole day cruising towards the Danube Delta. Enjoy dinner and a traditional folklore evening.

Day 3
In the morning, join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Tour the Danube Delta 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 will cruise to Oltenita and travel through Romania. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Day 4
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.

Day 5
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.

Day 6
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.

Day 7
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.

Day 8
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 feast this evening. Our ship will cruise through the night.

Day 9
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.

Day 10
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.

Day 11
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.)

Day 12
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.
Sailing Dates
02 Oct 2024
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
2 Oct 2024 Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania 5:30 PM 6:30 PM
3 Oct 2024 Tulcea, Romania 8:30 PM
4 Oct 2024 Tulcea, Romania 1:00 PM
5 Oct 2024 Oltenita (for Bucharest), Romania 9:30 AM 10:00 AM
5 Oct 2024 Giurgiu, Romania 3:00 PM 5:30 PM
5 Oct 2024 Rousse, Bulgaria 6:00 PM
6 Oct 2024 Rousse, Bulgaria 8:30 AM
6 Oct 2024 Svishtov, Bulgaria 12:30 PM 1:30 PM
7 Oct 2024 River Cruising
8 Oct 2024 Belgrade, Serbia 7:00 AM 2:00 PM
8 Oct 2024 Novi Sad, Serbia 7:30 PM 8:30 PM
9 Oct 2024 Mohacs, Hungary 10:00 AM 2:00 PM
9 Oct 2024 Kalocsa, Hungary 7:00 PM 7:30 PM
10 Oct 2024 Budapest, Hungary 7:00 AM 7:00 PM
11 Oct 2024 Bratislava, Slovakia 1:00 PM 7:00 PM
12 Oct 2024 Vienna, Austria 2:00 AM
13 Oct 2024 Vienna, Austria 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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