14-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the majestic S.S. Beatrice or the elegant S.S. Marlene2 nights in Prague at the Art Deco Imperial Hotel (or similar) with breakfast2 nights in Bucharest at the InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest hotel (or similar) with breakfastLavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites on the cruise have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, custom cotton sateen sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow optionsFree Wi-Fi
Meals
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients18 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 14 dinners2 Captain's Welcome and 2 Captain's Farewell Receptions2 Welcome and 2 Farewell Gala DinnersUnlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
Transport
Cruise Ship
Excursions
15 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local expertsGuided "Let's Go" programState-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursionsBrompton G-Line Bicycles and Nordic Walking sticks available for independent exploration
Experiences
8 countries: Austria, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Romania, Serbia6 UNESCO World Heritage sitesServices of an experienced Uniworld Cruise ManagerGratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tourCultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment
Itinerary
Beautifully preserved Prague has enchanted visitors for ages, but it is only a tiny part of this extraordinary voyage through eight nations. Sail past quaint villages and great cities on the glorious Danube, visiting baroque abbeys and medieval cathedrals, tasting fine wines, and encountering new cultures. Along the way, you’ll uncover the splendid Habsburg capitals of Vienna and Budapest, as well as the many hidden treasures of Croatia, Romania, Serbia, and Bulgaria.
Travelers seeking to explore famed capitals and storied lands, to meet new people and encounter diverse cultures, will relish their time on this picture-perfect journey.
Portraits of Eastern Europe is a combination of Delightful Danube & Prague and Highlights of Eastern Europe.
day 1Bucharest
Arrive at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the hotel.
day 2Bucharest
day 3Bucharest, Transfer to Giurgiu (Embark)
day 4Ruse
day 5Vidin
day 6Cruising the Iron Gates, Donji Milanovac, Golubac
day 7Belgrade
day 8Ilok, Aljmas
day 9Budapest
day 10Budapest
day 11Budapest
day 12Bratislava, Vienna
day 13Vienna
day 14Vienna, Melk
day 15Engelhartszell, Passau
day 16Regensburg
day 17Regensburg (Disembark), Transfer to Prague
day 18Prague
day 19Depart Prague
Good to Know
Travel Insurance
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19 daysDuration
Cruise TourExperience this tour on a cruise
20 peopleMaximum group size
2 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Prague, Czech Republic
Bucharest, Romania
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