CroisiEurope

Daily Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Budapest

   Arrive 18:00Depart 18:00

   Hungary

   

   Budapest, divided by the Danube into the hilly Buda of thermal baths and medieval castle lanes on one bank and the grand Pest of coffee-house culture and Art Nouveau splendor on the other, delivers the most theatrical first impression of any European capital — whether approached by river as the neo-Gothic Parliament materializes from the water or by night from the Citadella's sweep of illuminated panorama below. The city's celebrated thermal bath culture, rooted in Ottoman-era hammams and perfected in palatial Secession-era pools like the Széchenyi, is an experience entirely unlike anything else in Europe. Visit spring and autumn for comfortable temperatures; Vienna is two and a half hours west by train.

2. Day 2

   Mohacs

   Arrive 07:00Depart 18:00

   Hungary

   

   Mohács is a historically significant Hungarian town on the Danube, renowned for the pivotal 1526 battle and the UNESCO-listed Busójárás winter festival featuring dramatic masked processions. Visitors should not miss the fiery halászlé fisherman's soup prepared with fresh Danube catch, and a wine excursion to the nearby Villány appellation for world-class reds. The ideal season to visit is late spring through early autumn for warm riverside days, though February offers the unforgettable spectacle of Busójárás.

3. Day 2

   Osijek

   Arrive 14:00Depart 18:00

   Croatia

   

   Osijek, Croatia's elegant Slavonian capital on the Drava River, enchants with its superbly preserved eighteenth-century baroque fortress quarter, rich Habsburg heritage, and a culinary tradition centred on paprika-cured kulen sausage and the iconic fiš paprikaš river stew. Visitors should not miss an evening promenade along the Drava waterfront and a wine tasting in the nearby Baranja region, where Graševina whites achieve remarkable depth. The ideal season to visit is late spring through early autumn, when the river light is at its most luminous and the fortress courtyards come alive with open-air concerts and festivals.

4. Day 3

   Novi Sad

   Arrive 04:00Depart 18:00

   Serbia

   

   Novi Sad — the "Serbian Athens" — unfolds along the left bank of the Danube beneath the commanding walls of the Petrovaradin Fortress, a Habsburg military masterpiece whose underground tunnel labyrinth and hilltop clock tower (with hands reversed, to confuse enemy gunners) make for one of Europe's most unusual fortress visits. The city's elegant pedestrian street, the Zmaj Jovina, is lined with 19th-century Habsburg architecture that rewards a leisurely afternoon, while the Serbian cultural renaissance of the same era left behind museums, galleries, and coffee house traditions that endure today. In July, the EXIT music festival transforms the fortress into one of Europe's most storied outdoor stages. Visit May through September for the finest weather.

5. Day 3

   Belgrade

   Arrive 15:00Depart 18:00

   Serbia

   

   Belgrade, the 'White City' rebuilt at least forty times at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers, surprises every visitor with its raw, uncurated vitality — a capital that wears its turbulent history lightly while embracing the present with irresistible energy. The Kalemegdan Fortress, fortified for over two thousand years, offers the most dramatic river panorama on the entire Danube; below it, the Skadarlija cobblestone quarter fills nightly with kafana musicians and the aromas of Serbian rakija and roasted meats. Belgrade's nightlife — centered on the floating river clubs called splavovi — is genuinely legendary in Europe. Spring and early autumn offer the most comfortable conditions; the Iron Gate gorge is two hours downstream by river.

6. Day 5

   Ruse

   Arrive 08:00

   Bulgaria

   

   Ruse, Bulgaria's elegant Danube gateway, surprises with a Belle Époque city centre of Austro-Hungarian grandeur — neoclassical facades, ornate fountains, and a Liberty Monument that would not look out of place in Vienna. The city serves as the gateway to the spectacular Rusenski Lom Nature Park, whose limestone canyon shelters medieval rock-carved monasteries of eerie beauty. The remarkable Basarbovo Monastery, still inhabited by monks, clings to cliffs above the turquoise river. Local wineries produce distinguished Mavrud and Cabernet from the nearby Danube plains. May through September offers the most pleasant temperatures for exploration.

7. Day 6

   Ruse

   Arrive 15:00Depart 15:00

   Bulgaria

   

   Ruse, Bulgaria's elegant Danube gateway, surprises with a Belle Époque city centre of Austro-Hungarian grandeur — neoclassical facades, ornate fountains, and a Liberty Monument that would not look out of place in Vienna. The city serves as the gateway to the spectacular Rusenski Lom Nature Park, whose limestone canyon shelters medieval rock-carved monasteries of eerie beauty. The remarkable Basarbovo Monastery, still inhabited by monks, clings to cliffs above the turquoise river. Local wineries produce distinguished Mavrud and Cabernet from the nearby Danube plains. May through September offers the most pleasant temperatures for exploration.

8. Day 6

   Oltenita

   Arrive 18:00Depart 18:00

   Romania

   

   Oltenița is a historic Danubian port city in southern Romania where the River Argeș meets the Danube, offering visitors Chalcolithic archaeological treasures at the Gumelnița site and exceptional riverside dining featuring traditional Wallachian river fish cuisine. A must-do experience is savoring *saramură de crap* — Danube carp grilled over open flame — at a waterfront table, followed by a day excursion to the medieval citadels of Transylvania. The best season to visit is late spring through early autumn, when the Danube promenade comes alive and river cruise itineraries from Avalon Waterways, CroisiEurope, and Seabourn call at this understated gem of Muntenia.

9. Day 7

   Cernavoda, Romania

   Arrive 01:00Depart 18:00

   Romania

   

   Cernavoda, Romania, Romania is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Scenic River Cruises. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is May through September, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.

10. Day 7

    Constanta

    Arrive 09:00

    Romania

    

    Constanța is Romania's Black Sea port city, founded as a Greek colony over 2,500 years ago, where ancient Roman mosaics, Art Nouveau architecture, and Ottoman mosques share a spectacular coastal setting. Visit from May through September for archaeological exploration, beach culture, and excursions to the Danube Delta's extraordinary bird colonies.

11. Day 8

    Constanta

    Arrive 09:00Depart 09:00

    Romania

    

    Constanța is Romania's Black Sea port city, founded as a Greek colony over 2,500 years ago, where ancient Roman mosaics, Art Nouveau architecture, and Ottoman mosques share a spectacular coastal setting. Visit from May through September for archaeological exploration, beach culture, and excursions to the Danube Delta's extraordinary bird colonies.

12. Day 8

    Cernavoda, Romania

    Arrive 17:00Depart 18:00

    Romania

    

    Cernavoda, Romania, Romania is a distinctive port city where deep cultural heritage meets authentic local atmosphere, featured on itineraries by Scenic River Cruises. Must-do experiences include walking the historic center to experience the layered architectural heritage, and seeking out the regional culinary traditions at a locally favored establishment away from the port area. The optimal time to visit is May through September, when mild temperatures and long days favor unhurried exploration.

13. Day 9

    Oltenita

    Arrive 06:00

    Romania

    

    Oltenița is a historic Danubian port city in southern Romania where the River Argeș meets the Danube, offering visitors Chalcolithic archaeological treasures at the Gumelnița site and exceptional riverside dining featuring traditional Wallachian river fish cuisine. A must-do experience is savoring *saramură de crap* — Danube carp grilled over open flame — at a waterfront table, followed by a day excursion to the medieval citadels of Transylvania. The best season to visit is late spring through early autumn, when the Danube promenade comes alive and river cruise itineraries from Avalon Waterways, CroisiEurope, and Seabourn call at this understated gem of Muntenia.

Cabin Categories

Main Deck 1 Double Bed CAT. A

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2A_DBL_PP

Spacious and comfortable cabin with a large bed, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the main deck, it offers thanks to; its tall windows offer a panoramic view of the countryside.

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Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. A

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2A_GLS_PP

Spacious and comfortable cabin with two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the main deck, it offers thanks to; its tall windows offer a panoramic view of the countryside.

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment Station+5

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Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. B

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2B_GLS_PP

Spacious and comfortable cabin with two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the main deck, it offers thanks to; its tall windows offer a panoramic view of the countryside.

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment Station+5

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Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. C

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2C_GLS_PP

Spacious and comfortable cabin with two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the main deck, it offers thanks to; its tall windows offer a panoramic view of the countryside.

Double or Twin ConfigurationVanity AreaTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Middle Deck 1 Double Bed Accessible Cabin CAT. B

Outside

172 sq ftMax 2B_PMR_P2

Spacious and comfortable cabin with a large bed, it is fitted out for people with reduced mobility. mobility reduced, with an adapted bathroom (sink, shower and private toilets, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the middle deck with sliding window, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

DoubleShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Middle Deck 1 Double Bed CAT. A

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2A_DBL_P2

Spacious and comfortable cabin with a large bed, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the middle deck with high sliding window, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

DoubleShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. A

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2A_GLS_P2

Spacious and comfortable cabin with two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the middle deck with high sliding window, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. B

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2B_GLS_P2

Spacious and comfortable cabin with two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the middle deck with a high sliding window, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. C

Outside

139 sq ftMax 2C_GLS_P2

Spacious and comfortable cabin with two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer, television, safe and radio. Located on the middle deck with a high sliding window, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Upper Deck 1 Double Bed CAT. A

Balcony

139 sq ftMax 2A_DBL_PS

Spacious and comfortable cabin with a large sliding panoramic window, a large bed, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), dryer -hair, television, safe and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

DoubleShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. A

Balcony

139 sq ftMax 2A_GLS_PS

Spacious and comfortable cabin with a large sliding panoramic window, two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer hair, television, safe and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds CAT. B

Balcony

139 sq ftMax 2B_GLS_PS

Spacious and comfortable cabin with a large sliding panoramic window, two separable beds, with a bathroom (sink, shower and private toilet, towels provided), hair dryer hair, television, safe and radio. Located on the upper deck, it offers a panoramic view of the landscapes.

Double or Twin ConfigurationShowerTVFree Wi-FiMedia/Entertainment StationSafe+4

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