In supplier order. Some entries may cover multiple days; optional experiences are described by the supplier.
Day 1
TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
Following our Channel crossing to Calais we complete the journey to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation.
Day 2
FROM OVERNIGHT HOTEL TO PASSAU
We continue our journey to Passau in Germany where we embark the A-ROSA DONNA our home for the next 7 nights. We depart this evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and sail through the night. (B,D)
Day 3
VIENNA
This afternoon we arrive into Vienna, the capital of Austria is a charming city known for its Imperial palaces, most notably the Schönbrunn and remain here overnight. The A-ROSA Destination Scout will be on hand to help you get the most from your time here. (B,L,D)
Day 4
VIENNA
Enjoy another day at leisure in beautiful Vienna, admire the many beautiful Baroque buildings or immerse yourself in its coffee-house culture and taste the delicious Sachertorte. We depart Vienna this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 5
ESZTERGOM & BUDAPEST
We wake up this morning in Esztergom, the birth and coronation place of the first Hungarian king, St Stephen - it was also the capital of Hungary until the 13th century. After a couple of hours to explore here we set sail for Budapest, arriving by mid afternoon and where we are moored in a central location overnight. One of life's magical travel experiences is enjoying an included drink on the sun deck of your ship in the evening, with the sky lit up with the city lights on either side of you - simply wonderful. (B,L,D)
Day 6
BUDAPEST
Budapest the capital of Hungary is a city of two distinct halves, Buda and Pest on either side of the imposing Danube. The top sights to explore here are the Széchenyi Chain Bridge, Heroe's Square, St Stephen's Basilica and the majestic Parliament building. A range of optional excursions are available, including a trip to a Kiskunzang National Park with a ride on a horse-drawn carriage observing the culture of the Hungarian countryside. We set sail once again by mid afternoon. (B,L,D)
Day 7
BRATISLAVA
This morning we'll arrive into Slovakia's capital Bratislava, set along the River Danube close to the border with Austria and Hungary. Why not explore the medieval Gothic old town with its baroque palaces alongside modern buildings. (B,L,D)
Day 8
WACHAU VALLEY
Today we cruise through the scenic Wachau Valley, an area known for its rolling hills, vineyards and fortresses. Should you choose, there is an optional excursions to Krems and the sunning baroque Abbey at Melk that can be booked whilst on board (cost not included). (B, L,D)
Day 9
FROM PASSAU TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
After disembarking we head north through France to our final overnight stay. (B,D)
Day 10
FROM OVERNIGHT HOTEL
We travel to Calais for the return sea crossing and complete the journey home. (B)