Vienna and the Danube are inextricably linked with a fine musical heritage – a mini-cruise from Vienna to Budapest and Bratislava enjoying a special music and sightseeing programme
(limited dates/availability)
Day 1 - Vienna
Day 2 - Vienna
Days 3 & 4 - Budapest
Day 5 - Bratislava
Day 6 - Return Flight
This Danube cruise explores the core of the Austrian Habsburg Empire, developed by marriage or conquest, which was a fusion of the Austrian, Slav and Magyar people. Budapest, the Magyar capital, and Bratislava, the Slovakian capital are inextricably linked with the imperial capital of Vienna, even though the 20th century ‘Iron Curtain’ has thrown up fascinating contrasts of development. Nearly 30 years ago the Austrian border was the first ‘breach’ in the 'Iron Curtain’, followed by the fall of the Berlin Wall and independence for Hungary and Czechoslovakia.
Monarchs and nobility, bearing allegiance to the Habsburg Emperors, resided in Vienna attracting a fine array of composers such as Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert and Johann Strauss.
During Advent (until Dec 24), the Christmas markets display an abundance of decorations, present ideas and delicacies. The main Vienna Christmas Market is at the Town Hall (Rathaus). Austria has many Advent and Christmas traditions in addition to the markets such as St. Nicholas Day (6th Dec) when children receive small presents.
Jules Verne Sightseeing
No Single Supplement
Drinks on cruise vessel
UK Tour Manager
Group Size: 10 – 28
Enjoy a private Schubert concert in the Vienna Woods at the Inn where he composed ‘The Linden Tree’, 'Nutcracker' ballet at the Opera House, gypsy music in Bratislava and visit to the home of Mozart (with music) – plus a light concert of Strauss & Mozart at the Baroque Palais Auersperg, where Strauss once conducted.
Day 1 Fly to Vienna for an introductory tour of this city of music and visit the main Christmas market at the Town Hall. Embark on the MS Vivaldi for five nights. (D)
Day 2 Walking tour of Old Vienna with a visit to Haus der Musik and Mozarthaus, with lunchtime private piano recital including Mozart’s most famous pieces. Evening Strauss & Mozart concert. (B, L, D)
Day 3 Sail to Budapest. Christmas Eve special dinner. Optional Midnight Mass in a Hungarian church in Budapest (transfer payable locally). (B, L, D)
Day 4 Morning Tour of Pest to view the Great Market, the Synagogue, Andrássy Avenue and a stop at Heroes’ Square. Lunchtime performance of ‘The Nutcracker’ ballet at the Hungarian State Opera House. Afternoon tour of Buda with visit to Gellért Hill Cave and castle district to admire Matthias Church and Fisherman’s Bastion with its fine views. Jules Verne Christmas drinks party. (B, L, D)
Day 5 Arrive Bratislava for a walking tour of the old town with splendid Baroque palaces, churches and squares, including coffee and cake and gypsy music. Gala Dinner. Cruise to Vienna overnight. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Travel into the Vienna Woods for a walking tour of Baden. Private Schubert concert at the Inn where he composed ‘The Linden Tree’. Return flight. (B, L)
Notes
All drinks, except premium brands, are included throughout the cruise.
Whilst the vessel carries more, the group size specified refers to transfers and excursions.
The programme may be altered due to navigational factors with locks, water levels or congestion at certain sites.
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A Premium vessel launched in 2009, MS Vivaldi is registered in France with a mainly European crew and announcements in French and English. For 20 years Jules Verne has been the main UK partner of the innovative French cruise company, CroisiEurope established over 40 years ago, now boasting the largest European river fleet (over 40 ships), yet still operated by the same family.
All drinks, except premium brands are included throughout the cruise (except 30 Nov/9 Dec, where drinks are included with meals only). Enjoy International and French cuisine in an elegant one-sitting dining room. Breakfast is a buffet, lunch and dinner waiter service. The vessel does sail at night.
Reception, lounge bar with small dance floor, sun deck, lift and WiFi (free/limited). 88 air-conditioned cabins with private facilities, hairdryer, safe and satellite TV. 41 twin/double cabins with picture windows and French balcony (145 sq. ft.) on the Upper Deck, 21 twin/double cabins with picture windows (145 sq. ft.) on the Middle Deck And 26 twin/double cabins with porthole (145 sq. ft.) on the Main Deck.
Vienna Extension
Spend more time in the magnificent Austria's capital to explore the imperial heritage which is housed in a fine array of museums and palaces. Stay at Hotel Regina. Breakfast daily.
Day 1 Transfer to the 4-star Hotel Regina for two nights. (B)
Day 2 At leisure. (B)
Day 3 Return flight. (B)
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A historic 4-star hotel located in the centre of Vienna next to the Votive Church and a few steps away from the Ringstraße boulevard and the University of Vienna. Restaurant, bar and WiFi (free). 165 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer. safe, minibar and satellite TV.
2022
per person in a twin/double Main Deck cabin
Austrian Airlines from Heathrow
| December 22 | £2295 |
per person in a twin/double Main Deck cabin
Austrian Airlines from Heathrow
(limited dates/availability)
Supplements per person
Single Supplement
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
(limited availability)
Single supplement £255
Cabin Upgrades
Middle Deck £145
Upper Deck £165
Extension Options
Extension - Vienna
Hotel Regina
2 nights £235
Single supplement £70
Independent Arrival
Save £200
Arrival or departure transfer with group included
Price Includes
Air travel and taxes, all port charges, transfers, 5-night cruise, full board and drinks on cruise vessel, excursions, UK Tour Manager, local expert guides and representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Not Included
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
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