Explore some of Europe’s most beautiful cities and towns as you cruise along the Danube River aboard the elegant MS Riviera Radiance. Over eight days, travel through Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria, visiting imperial capitals, riverside villages and UNESCO-listed landmarks. With expert-led tours, stunning scenery and a relaxed pace, this itinerary offers a well-rounded mix of culture, history and comfort.
Included in this itinerary
Seven nights aboard the MS Riviera Radiance, beginning in Budapest and ending in Vienna, with guided visits to Esztergom, Bratislava, Dürnstein, Melk, Salzburg or Linz. All international flights, overseas transfers, a drinks package, nine included excursions, complimentary Wi-Fi and onboard refreshments, all port charges and taxes, checked luggage, and the support of an expert Cruise Director and Concierge are included.
Fly from Dublin and embark your ship in Hungary’s capital, Budapest. Spend the afternoon settling into your cabin before enjoying a welcome dinner onboard. Depending on your arrival time, there’s time to begin exploring the grand boulevards and riverside sights of this striking city.
In the morning, enjoy a guided tour of Budapest’s highlights including Heroes’ Square, the Parliament Building, and Castle Hill. In the afternoon, cruise upriver to Esztergom, once the capital of Hungary and still home to its largest basilica.
Wake up in Slovakia’s capital. A guided tour takes you through the compact old town, where you’ll see Bratislava Castle, the Gothic-style St. Martin’s Cathedral, and cobbled streets lined with pastel-coloured buildings. Enjoy time at leisure before sailing on in the evening.
Arrive in the Wachau Valley, one of Austria’s most scenic regions. Stop first in Dürnstein, known for its blue church tower and castle ruins once linked to Richard the Lionheart. Later, visit Melk Abbey, a magnificent baroque monastery perched above the Danube.
Choose between a full-day tour to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and setting of The Sound of Music, or spend your day in Linz, Austria’s third-largest city with a lively arts scene and riverside charm.
Sail into Austria’s elegant capital. A guided city tour will introduce you to highlights such as the Ringstrasse, Hofburg Palace, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and the grand State Opera House. Spend the afternoon exploring Vienna’s museums, cafés or palaces at your own pace.
Following Vienna you will cruise back to Budapest to disembark and transfer for your return flight home.
Terms & Conditions:
Prices are based on 2 adults sharing. Subject to availability. Flights depart Dublin on October 20th 2025. Price is correct at the time of posting (10/05/2025). Offers are subject to change.
Prices from €2,650 per person.
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