Trafalgar River Cruise + Free Budapest Extension

DAY 1 – EMBARK PASSAU

Step aboard the Trafalgar Reverie and make yourself at home as your best river cruise adventure begins. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers over a delicious dinner hosted by your Experience Director.

DAY 2 – PASSAU

In Passau, the ‘City of Three Rivers’, where the Inn, Danube and Ilz meet, you can choose to explore with a walking tour or on a hike. Stroll through the old town’s cobbled streets with a Local Specialist or choose a guided hike along the scenic Ilz River. In the afternoon, why not join an optional Bavarian beer, pretzel and music experience? Enjoying local brews, freshly baked pretzels and traditional folk music. Cross into Austria as you begin your Danube River Cruise.

DAY 3 – LINZ

Explore Linz with your Local Specialist, strolling through its historic centre and discovering the city’s rich past. Alternatively, join an optional tour to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace and the setting for The Sound of Music. Or, if you love medieval charm, choose an optional visit to Český Krumlov, a fairytale town with winding streets and a stunning castle.

DAY 4 – WACHAU VALLEY

Cruise through the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-listed gem known for its vineyards and medieval castles, passing the historic Melk Abbey. Ashore in Spitz, you’ll join your Local Specialist for a walking tour, exploring the charm of this historic riverside town famous for their apricots. For lunch, you’ll meet the Saahs family for a Be My Guest experience at Weingut Nikolaihof, Austria’s oldest winery, where you’ll enjoy homemade specialities made with organic produce straight from their gardens.

DAY 5 – VIENNA

Welcome to Vienna, the former capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Get to know this buzzing city with a drive along the Ringstraße and a guided walk through the old town, where Vienna’s grand architecture and imperial history come to life. Then, explore further with a choice between two experiences, enjoying sweet delights or diving into the life of Mozart. Settle into a traditional coffee house and indulge in a slice of Sachertorte, experiencing Vienna’s famous cafe culture. Or, step into the world of Mozart with an immersive journey back to the 18th century, discovering the places that shaped his life and music. This afternoon, choose between two Optional Experiences. Visit Schönbrunn Palace, the opulent summer home of the Habsburgs, or take a foodie walking tour, tasting strudels, schnitzels and other Viennese favourites. After a day of discovery, why not end the evening with an optional classical concert featuring the music of Strauss and Mozart?

DAY 6 – BRATISLAVA

Arrive in Bratislava and explore its old town on a walking tour with your Local Specialist. See the historic town hall, pass through Michael’s Gate and admire St. Martin’s Cathedral. Alternatively, step back in time on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, uncovering life under Communism with stories of escapes, Soviet rule and the Velvet Revolution. Looking to stretch your legs? Join an Optional Experience hike up to Bratislava Castle for sweeping Danube views. Or, join an optional guided drive with views from the castle and a tasting of local craft beers at a Bratislava brewery. Cruise along the Hungarian-Slovakian border towards Budapest.

DAY 7 – BUDAPEST

In the early morning hours, your ship will pass through the famous Danube Bend. After docking in Budapest, explore both sides of the city—historic Buda and lively Pest—with your Local Specialist. Visit Heroes’ Square before heading up Castle Hill past Matthias Church to step inside Fisherman’s Bastion for views over the Danube and Parliament. Or, take a foodie tour, diving into Budapest’s vibrant culinary scene and tasting local favourites. This afternoon, choose an Optional Experience to explore the Jewish district, including a visit to the Dohány Street Synagogue.

DAY 8 – BUDAPEST

This morning, disembark Trafalgar Reverie as your scenic river cruise comes to an end. Bid farewell to your captain, Experience Director and Manager, crew and fellow cruise companions, taking with you unforgettable memories of your voyage along the Danube.

Transfer to your Budapest Hotel for your next 2 nights accommodation.

DAY 9 – BUDAPEST

Spend the day at leisure discovering Budapest’s two souls—Buda and Pest—gracefully separated and united by the Danube.

DAY 10 – BUDAPEST

Your Trafalgar tour extension ends today after breakfast.