9 Days Danube Rhapsody River Cruise

 • River Cruise in Germany – Austria - Hungary and Slovakia •

August 08 – August 15, 2027

Deck Plan

Rooms Category

Day 1

Arrival in Munich

Arrive in Munich and take a taxi on you on to your pre cruise night in Munich. Hotel will be advised 
Transfer can be purchased with IBMT Tours. 

Day 2

Munich

After you Breakfast you will be picked up at your hotel in Munich, the capital of Bavaria. We will go on a city tour and see the Baroque Nymphenburg Palace, which was used by the rulers of the Wittelsbach family as a summer palace. We will continue to go to the city center for a walking tour to Marianplatz to see the beautiful city hall and have lunch in the lovely food market. After that, we will drive to Passau, also known as the “City of Three Rivers”. the "Danube" coming from the Black Forest region, the "Inn" with its white waters from the melting snow in the Alps in Austria, and the "Iles" coming from the Bohemian Mountains in the Czech Republic. In the afternoon, we will be received by the crew of the river ship, which will serve as a floating hotel for us in the coming days. In the evening, the captain will honor us with a welcome cocktail, followed by a festive dinner.
Overnight on the river ship.

Day 3

Melk – Vienna - classical music concert

This morning we will anchor in the town of Melk, which has been well preserved for 1,000 years. Upon arrival, we will visit the city and see its Renaissance and Baroque buildings and the huge monastery towering above it. We will return to the ship for lunch, and continue sailing along the charming Wachau Valley, among vineyards and sunflower fields, among beautiful towns and fortresses on the mountaintops, towards Vienna. After dinner we will go to a classical music concert in one of the city halls of Vienna. Overnight on the river ship.

Day 4

Vienna

We will go on a tour of the capital of Austria, a city of music and joy of life, the city of Strauss' waltzes, a city whose delicacies it offers, such as Sachertorte and wine in the wine houses known as the Werriger, are no less famous than St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Imperial Palace. The tour will take us along the Ring Road, through Schwarzenberg Square, passing by the Karlskirche and the magnificent Vienna Opera House, the Jewish Quarter and the Synagogue. We will return to the ship for lunch, after which we will go on a tour of the city center, strolling through the pedestrian zone and the famous St. Stephen's Square. The ship will sail from Vienna in the late evening towards Budapest, Hungary. Overnight on the river ship.

Day 5

Budapest – Folklore Show and night cruise in Budapest

In the morning, we enjoy a cruise between Vienna and Budapest on the Danube River. A cruise that offers us spectacular views of historic cities, ancient castles and picturesque villages, in an area where the river serves as a natural border between Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. Green forests and agricultural areas will pass by us, river tributaries will join the Danube and the large reservoir of Lok Gabčíkovo will leave us speechless. Around noon, we will arrive to Budapest and after lunch, we will set off on a tour of the beautiful city. We will go up to the observation deck from Gellert Hill, from where the entire city will be spread out at our feet. We will see the Parliament building, known as the "cream cake of Budapest", the Fortress Hill with the King's Palace and Margaret Island. After dinner, we will enjoy a folklore show followed by a night cruise in Budapest, which will pass by the impressive, floodlit buildings on both sides of the river, and under the illuminated Chain Bridge. Overnight on the river ship.

Day 6

Budapest

Today will be dedicated to a trip to the two parts of the city built on both banks of the river: Buda and Pest. Buda is the older and more graceful city with cobblestone streets and medieval architecture, while Pest is an administrative and commercial center with wide boulevards and impressive modern buildings. We will see the Heroes’ Square, Matthias Church, the Fisherman’s Bastion, the Liberation Monument. We will make an exciting visit to the impressive synagogue in the city and see the Weeping Willow Tree Monument in memory of the victims of the Holocaust. We will visit the city’s famous old covered food market and wander for our pleasure in the city’s prestigious and lively pedestrian street – Váci Utcha. Later, we will meet the ship in Esztergom, which has meanwhile arrived from Budapest. Overnight on the river ship.

Day 7

Bratislava

This morning we will anchor and tour Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. A bus tour will take us to the prestigious area of ​​the city towards Slavin Hill, where the Russian soldiers who liberated the city in World War II are commemorated. From there we can look out over the edge of the Carpathian Mountains. We will climb to the hill on which the city fortress, known by the locals as the "Inverted Table", is built, which today serves as a historical museum, and from there we can see the meeting point of the three countries: Austria, Slovakia and Hungary. We will continue our tour of the old city center, see the National Theater, the Coronation Church of St. Martin, the Michael Gate, the old town hall and the monument to the city's Jews who were murdered in the Holocaust. We will meet various figures from the city's history: the house where Beethoven stayed and those where Mozart and Franz Liszt played. We will return to the ship for lunch, after which the ship will continue sailing towards Dürnstein. Overnight on the river ship.

Day 8

Durnstein

This morning we will anchor in the town of Durnstein. We will tour the medieval town, which is partially surrounded by the remains of walls and gates. We will hear the story of Richard the Lionheart, who was imprisoned in the fortress that towers above the town, and enjoy the special atmosphere of the place. We will return to the ship for lunch and leave picturesque Durnstein, in the heart of the Wachau Valley. We continue to sail west on the waters of the Danube on our way to Passau. Along the way, we will be impressed by the changing river views: vineyards climbing the hillsides, ancient villages, impressive monasteries and castles overlooking the Danube from the top of the cliffs. Overnight on the river ship.

Day 9

Passau - Munich

In the morning, we will anchor in Passau, where the cruise ends. We will leave the river ship and set off on a trip to visit Regensburg, a beautiful, picturesque city. We will see St. Peter's Cathedral, known as one of the most impressive Gothic churches in the entire Bavarian region, the stone bridge that remains in the town from the Middle Ages, and more. Late afternoon we will reach back to Munich

 

 

 

What's Included in Your Cruise Package

Pre-Cruise Accommodation

  • One night's hotel accommodation in Munich, one day before embarkation, on a half-board basis, including breakfast and dinner.

Onboard Comfort and Services

  • All onboard gratuities for the ship's crew and service staff.
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the cruise.
  • A complimentary self-service coffee, tea, and water station available 24 hours a day.
  • Early-riser coffee and pastries.
  • Midnight snacks served nightly.

Dining and Beverages

  • Full-board dining throughout the cruise.
  • Lavish breakfast buffets, multi-course lunches, afternoon tea and coffee with pastries, and elegant dinners.
  • One complimentary first glass of red or white wine with dinner.
  • Complimentary soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
  • All meals served in the elegant, single-seating Panorama Restaurant, featuring spectacular views.

Shore Excursions and Transportation

  • Guided shore excursions at every port of call, including scenic walking tours and deluxe motorcoach transfers.
  • Deluxe, air-conditioned coaches for all scheduled shore excursions and transfers.

Entertainment and Tour Services

  • Daily live musical performances by onboard musicians.
  • An experienced, professional Tour Director accompanying the group throughout the journey.

 

What's Not Included

  • Airport transfer to the hotel in Munich upon arrival. (Can be purchased through IBMT Tours additional cost)
  • Lunch on the first and last days of the itinerary.
  • Transfers between the hotel, ship, and airport. These can be arranged through IBMT Tours at an additional cost.
  • Travel and medical insurance. Insurance is highly recommended and can be purchased through IBMT Tours.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Any meals or beverages not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.


Important information

  • The cruise company and "Bishvil Hazahav" and “cruise away” reserve the right to change the tour route in cases of malfunctions in the riverboat, changes in river levels, malfunctions or blockages at river crossings (locks), weather conditions that do not allow the tour route to be carried out as published. In these cases, deviations from the published route may occur, and there may be overnight stays in hotels instead of on the boat. Alternative transportation means may also be used, including alternative boats or vehicles such as buses, to conduct the tour instead of cruising on a boat. In cases where cruising is part of the tour, changes in cruising may affect the performance of the entire tour, both in terms of the route to be taken and changes to be made in it, hotels, transportation means, and so on.
  • Our tour route is suitable for travelers who can walk for a minimum of 30 consecutive minutes. Within ancient cities where buses cannot enter, the tour is conducted on foot. Additionally, we mostly travel in ancient cities where the streets are paved with stones, and sometimes stairs need o be climbed or descended.
  • We strongly advise acquiring comprehensive travel insurance, encompassing a segment specifically addressing reimbursement of cancellation fees. This coverage proves essential in scenarios such as cancellation due to medical reasons or, in unfortunate circumstances, the demise of the traveler or any first-degree family member.
  • During certain dockings along the itinerary, two or more river ships may be moored side by side. In such cases, the view from your cabin window may be temporarily obstructed by the adjacent vessel. In addition, when the ship is docked alongside other ships, disembarkation may take place via the neighboring vessel. In such instances, exiting the ship may involve ascending and descending stairs.
  • Category B-4 Cabins (located on the middle deck, at the aft/stern of the ship): Please note that guests in these cabins may experience minor vibrations and/or operational noise when the ship is accelerating, docking, or maneuvering along the river.

Cancellation Policy & Insurance Recommendation

Important Recommendation Regarding Travel Insurance:

We highly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel and health insurance immediately upon registration. This ensures your investment is fully protected in the event of an unexpected medical situation or emergency forcing you to cancel your trip.

 

Payment structure

  1. Deposit of $600 per perosn at time of registration.
  2. 90 days prior to departure payment of 55% of the total cruise is required. 
  3.  60 days prior to departure100% of the cruise is required.


Cancellation Policy

Cancellation fees are calculated per person based on the number of days prior to departure that the written cancellation notice is received:

  • Deposit:  $600 per person non-refundable once booked
  • Between 89 to 60 days prior to departure: 55% of the total tour price is non-refundable
  • Between 59 to departure 100% of the total tour price is non-refundable