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Grand Danube with Munich and Transylvania

Trip Type: River Cruise
Germany | 21 Days

<p>Spend fourteen nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship from Munich to Bucharest. Immerse yourself in Bavarian festivities and learn about l...

Grand Danube with Munich and Transylvania

<p>Spend fourteen nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship from Munich to Bucharest. Immerse yourself in Bavarian festivities and learn about life in Serbia with a visit to a local family’s village.</p>

Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Munich. Later this evening you’ll have the chance to get to know your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception. 


Accommodation
3 Nights, Munich, Courtyard by Marriott City Centre

Location
Munich , Germany

Enjoy a guided discovery of the Bavarian capital of Munich, regarded by many as Germany’s most beautiful city. See the famous Glockenspiel on the Town Hall and explore the historic city centre, home to the iconic Frauenkirche. The afternoon is yours to relax or continue exploring. This evening, you will be treated to a special dinner. 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch

Location
Munich , Germany

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Munich today. Perhaps choose to join an optional tour to Neuschwanstein Castle. Nestled in the Bavarian Alps and renowned for its stunning and romantic architecture, this fairy-tale like castle was the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Surrounded by mountains, forests and lakes, its interior is equally impressive with colourful murals and grand opulence.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Munich , Germany

Arrive in Munich, where you will be met and transferred to your river ship, docked on the Danube River.


Accommodation
14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch

Location
Passau , Germany

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt.

Insider Experience - Bavarian Experience

Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance. 


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Passau , Germany

Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure in Linz.

Enhance your Journey - Český Krumlov

Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings.

Enhance your Journey – '’The Sound of Music’ Sights

Depart from Passau to Salzburg and enjoy a tour of the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’, including the famous Wedding Church.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Linz , Austria

Join a local guide to see Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, then continue to Dürnstein, where you have a free afternoon to explore. Perhaps join an optional tour to taste some of the region’s wine.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Melk , Austria

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city’s most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider’s view of sights such as St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, maybe visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert.

Enhance Your Journey – Mozart and Strauss Concert

Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss Concert in one of Vienna’s palaces or concert venues, followed by an evening drive around the Ringtrasse.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Vienna , Austria

Today discover Slovakia’s capital Bratislava, on a walking tour through the Old Town where you will see St Martin's Cathedral, Primatial Palace and Main Square. You’ll also visit the only surviving example of the original four entrances to the city, Michael’s Gate.  Tonight, celebrate your river cruise with a Captain’s Farewell Dinner.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Vienna , Austria

Awake to views of one of the Danube’s most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights, including Heroes’ Square and St Stephen’s Cathedral.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Bratislava , Slovakia

We have set aside a full day for you to explore more of this fascinating city at your leisure.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Budapest , Hungary

Today you may wish to join an optional tour to discover the Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum, a hospital created in the caverns under Buda Castle in Budapest in the 1930s, in preparation for the Second World War. 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Budapest , Hungary

From the sleepy port town of Mohács, history buffs will delight in the chance to travel to the ancient city of Pécs. As Hungary’s fifth-largest city, this World Heritage site offers plenty in the way of sightseeing. Be sure to check out the copper domes of the Mosque of Pasha Qasim, as well as the 11th-century Pécs Cathedral.  With the afternoon at leisure, you may wish to join an optional tour to Hungary’s renowned wine region in Villány for a wine tasting. 

Enhance your Journey – Villány Wine Tasting

Travel to Hungary’s renowned wine region in Villány, known for its red and rosé varieties. Pay a visit to a local winery for a tour and tasting.   


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Budapest , Hungary

Embark on a captivating tour of the dynamic city of Osijek. Meander through its charming cobblestone streets, where the well-preserved, 18th-century architecture will transport you back in time. Explore notable landmarks like the iconic Holy Trinity Square and the majestic St. Michael's Church, as well as the historic tvrđa, Osijek's baroque fortress. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Osijek's famous food market, renowned for its local delicacies, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. Indulge in sampling regional specialties such as šljivovica (plum brandy) and delectable traditional pastries.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Pecs , Hungary

In Serbia’s capital, join a guided tour through the city. Perhaps see the Belgrade Fortress and  the Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava Experience a traditional Serbian way of living during your Insider Experience today.  

Insider Experience - Village Farm and Slivovitz Tour

Visit a local family’s village, taking a tour of their home and barn to meet the resident farm animals. Stroll through the family’s fruit orchards to learn about the brewing process of ‘slivovitz’. This plum brandy is the national drink of choice.  


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Vukovar , Croatia

Get ready to witness nature at its finest today as your ship cruises through the Iron Gates, a stunning natural wonder of lush forests, towering cliffs and rugged landscapes. This spectacular series of gorges connects Serbia and Romania and makes for an out-of-this-world cruising experience.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Belgrade , Serbia

Go ashore to Ruse, one of Bulgaria’s most elegant cities. Join a walking tour and admire the Belle Époque architecture and manicured garden squares, which are reminiscent of Vienna. You’ll also pass by Liberty Square, the courthouse, the Ruse Opera House and Alexander Battenberg Square. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. Perhaps visit the Regional Museum of History, the National Transport Museum, or the ancient castle ruins of Sexaginta Prista Fortress.    


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Iron Gates , Serbia

After breakfast, travel to your hotel in Brasov. Stop on the way in the town of Sinaia for some free time for lunch.


Accommodation
Two Nights, Brasov, Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch

Location
Ruse , Bulgaria

This morning, travel to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’. With a local guide learn about its history and walk through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques. Return to Brașov and join a guided tour through its old streets lined with well-preserved medieval architecture. Explore the colourful baroque buildings and Gothic masterpieces while enjoying the bustling ambiance of the cafes, restaurants and shops.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Brasov , Romania

Today you will journey to Bucharest. Join a guided tour of this bustling metropolis and cultural hub. Take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and belle epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district.


Accommodation
Bucharest, Parliament Hotel

Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Brasov , Romania

Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Bucharest , Romania

Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in Munich. Later this evening you’ll have the chance to get to know your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception. 


Accommodation
3 Nights, Munich, Courtyard by Marriott City Centre

Location
Munich , Germany

Enjoy a guided discovery of the Bavarian capital of Munich, regarded by many as Germany’s most beautiful city. See the famous Glockenspiel on the Town Hall and explore the historic city centre, home to the iconic Frauenkirche. The afternoon is yours to relax or continue exploring. This evening, you will be treated to a special dinner. 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch

Location
Munich , Germany

Enjoy a full day at leisure in Munich today. Perhaps choose to join an optional tour to Neuschwanstein Castle. Nestled in the Bavarian Alps and renowned for its stunning and romantic architecture, this fairy-tale like castle was the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle. Surrounded by mountains, forests and lakes, its interior is equally impressive with colourful murals and grand opulence.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Munich , Germany

Arrive in Munich, where you will be met and transferred to your river ship, docked on the Danube River.


Accommodation
14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch

Location
Passau , Germany

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt.

Insider Experience - Bavarian Experience

Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance. 


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Passau , Germany

Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure in Linz.

Enhance your Journey - Český Krumlov

Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings.

Enhance your Journey – '’The Sound of Music’ Sights

Depart from Passau to Salzburg and enjoy a tour of the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’, including the famous Wedding Church.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Linz , Austria

Join a local guide to see Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, then continue to Dürnstein, where you have a free afternoon to explore. Perhaps join an optional tour to taste some of the region’s wine.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Melk , Austria

Today discover Slovakia’s capital Bratislava, on a walking tour through the Old Town where you will see St Martin's Cathedral, Primatial Palace and Main Square. You’ll also visit the only surviving example of the original four entrances to the city, Michael’s Gate.  Tonight, celebrate your river cruise with a Captain’s Farewell Dinner.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Vienna , Austria

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city’s most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider’s view of sights such as St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Afterwards, maybe visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert.

Enhance Your Journey – Mozart and Strauss Concert

Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss Concert in one of Vienna’s palaces or concert venues, followed by an evening drive around the Ringtrasse.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Vienna , Austria

Awake to views of one of the Danube’s most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights, including Heroes’ Square and St Stephen’s Cathedral.


Accommodation
Travelmarvel river ship

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Bratislava , Slovakia

We have set aside a full day for you to explore more of this fascinating city at your leisure.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Budapest , Hungary

Today you may wish to join an optional tour to discover the Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum, a hospital created in the caverns under Buda Castle in Budapest in the 1930s, in preparation for the Second World War. 


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Budapest , Hungary

From the sleepy port town of Mohács, history buffs will delight in the chance to travel to the ancient city of Pécs. As Hungary’s fifth-largest city, this World Heritage site offers plenty in the way of sightseeing. Be sure to check out the copper domes of the Mosque of Pasha Qasim, as well as the 11th-century Pécs Cathedral.  With the afternoon at leisure, you may wish to join an optional tour to Hungary’s renowned wine region in Villány for a wine tasting. 

Enhance your Journey – Villány Wine Tasting

Travel to Hungary’s renowned wine region in Villány, known for its red and rosé varieties. Pay a visit to a local winery for a tour and tasting.   


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Budapest , Hungary

Embark on a captivating tour of the dynamic city of Osijek. Meander through its charming cobblestone streets, where the well-preserved, 18th-century architecture will transport you back in time. Explore notable landmarks like the iconic Holy Trinity Square and the majestic St. Michael's Church, as well as the historic tvrđa, Osijek's baroque fortress. Afterwards, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Osijek's famous food market, renowned for its local delicacies, fresh produce, and traditional snacks. Indulge in sampling regional specialties such as šljivovica (plum brandy) and delectable traditional pastries.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Pecs , Hungary

In Serbia’s capital, join a guided tour through the city. Perhaps see the Belgrade Fortress and  the Serbian Orthodox Temple of Saint Sava Experience a traditional Serbian way of living during your Insider Experience today.  

Insider Experience - Village Farm and Slivovitz Tour

Visit a local family’s village, taking a tour of their home and barn to meet the resident farm animals. Stroll through the family’s fruit orchards to learn about the brewing process of ‘slivovitz’. This plum brandy is the national drink of choice.  


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Vukovar , Croatia

Get ready to witness nature at its finest today as your ship cruises through the Iron Gates, a stunning natural wonder of lush forests, towering cliffs and rugged landscapes. This spectacular series of gorges connects Serbia and Romania and makes for an out-of-this-world cruising experience.


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Belgrade , Serbia

Go ashore to Ruse, one of Bulgaria’s most elegant cities. Join a walking tour and admire the Belle Époque architecture and manicured garden squares, which are reminiscent of Vienna. You’ll also pass by Liberty Square, the courthouse, the Ruse Opera House and Alexander Battenberg Square. The afternoon is yours to spend at leisure. Perhaps visit the Regional Museum of History, the National Transport Museum, or the ancient castle ruins of Sexaginta Prista Fortress.    


Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Location
Iron Gates , Serbia

After breakfast, travel to your hotel in Brasov. Stop on the way in the town of Sinaia for some free time for lunch.


Accommodation
Two Nights, Brasov, Radisson Blu Aurum Hotel

Meals Included
Breakfast,Lunch

Location
Ruse , Bulgaria

This morning, travel to Bran Castle, also known as ‘Dracula’s Castle’. With a local guide learn about its history and walk through its many rooms and admire the 19th-century antiques. Return to Brașov and join a guided tour through its old streets lined with well-preserved medieval architecture. Explore the colourful baroque buildings and Gothic masterpieces while enjoying the bustling ambiance of the cafes, restaurants and shops.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Brasov , Romania

Today you will journey to Bucharest. Join a guided tour of this bustling metropolis and cultural hub. Take in the wide tree-lined boulevards and belle epoque buildings, then walk through the Old City centre to the Royal Court, Stavropoleos Church and the Lipscani district.


Accommodation
Bucharest, Parliament Hotel

Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Brasov , Romania

Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight.


Meals Included
Breakfast

Location
Bucharest , Romania

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Reference Code:
EUTCGD21
Trip Location
Trip Starts:
Munich → Bucharest, Germany
Trip Finishes:
Romania
Countries Visited:
Germany
Austria
Slovakia
Hungary
Croatia
Serbia
Bulgaria
Romania
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