Immerse yourself in new cultures as you travel from splendid Budapest to dynamic Bucharest, discovering the best that the revitalized nations of Eastern Europe have to offer along the way. Gaze in wonder at the lofty spires of Hungary’s Parliament Building as it rises majestically above the Danube in Budapest. Sit down for friendly, intimate meals with farmers in Croatia and enthusiastic locals in Bulgaria. Uncover scores of little-known treasures and step back in time to investigate the history and legends along the Danube. Who will love this cruise? Explorers wishing to discover ancient lands and modern multicultural cities. Photographers, amateur archaeologists, connoisseurs of regional cuisines, and anyone who loves beautiful and mysterious locales.

1. Day 1
   Bucharest

   Fri, Aug 21, 2026

   Arrive at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the hotel.
   Meals: Dinner
2. Day 2
   Bucharest

   Sat, Aug 22, 2026

   Get to know the bustling heart of Romania's capital city with a full day to explore Bucharest on your own.
   Meals: Breakfast
3. Day 3
   Bucharest, Transfer to Giurgiu (Embark)

   Sun, Aug 23, 2026

   Bucharest is a fascinating combination of Communist grandiosity, elegant French-influenced 19th-century buildings and surprising survivors dating from the 1500s. Today in Bucharest you’ll enjoy a panoramic city tour and a visit to People’s Palace. Later, you'll travel via motorcoach to Giurgiu, where your ship awaits.
   Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
4. Day 4
   Ruse

   Mon, Aug 24, 2026

   Bulgaria’s foremost Danube port, Ruse is sometimes called “Little Vienna” for its elegant 19th-century mansions and public buildings.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5. Day 5
   Vidin

   Tue, Aug 25, 2026

   Vidin is a port town on the Danube that once played an important role in medieval Bulgarian politics, as the great fortress Baba Vida attests. It’s your base for an unusual excursion today—a visit to the fascinating Belogradchik rock formations. Or you can indulge in a tasting at a local winery.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6. Day 6
   Cruising the Iron Gates, Donji Milanovac, Golubac

   Wed, Aug 26, 2026

   Today’s main attraction will be the spectacular scenery along the Danube, as you cruise a stretch of gorges known as the Iron Gates. Later, head ashore to explore a Paleolithic site and an extraordinarily well-preserved medieval fortress. All along the way, history lines the banks of the river. Keep an eye out for Trajan’s Plaque, which the ancient Romans erected to commemorate the road they anchored in the steep cliffs above the water, and Golubac Castle, built in the 14th century and attacked successively by the Serbs, Magyars, and Turks.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
7. Day 7
   Belgrade

   Thu, Aug 27, 2026

   Belgrade, the modern-day capital of Serbia, is one of Europe’s oldest cities, dating back some 7,000 years. Signs of its tumultuous history are visible everywhere, juxtaposed with the city’s vibrant modern-day present.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
8. Day 8
   Ilok, Aljmas

   Fri, Aug 28, 2026

   Welcome to Croatia! This ancient country, which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, delicious local rustic food. You’ll dock in Vukovar, Croatia’s biggest port, at the confluence of the Danube and Vuka rivers.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
9. Day 9
   Budapest

   Sat, Aug 29, 2026

   Located on opposite sides of the Danube, Buda and Pest each have their own distinctive character and allure. Explore this dynamic and multifaceted city with your choice of excursions—you can see it from a local’s perspective on our walking tour, or cover more ground with a panoramic tour. Vibrant Budapest, Hungary’s capital, offers an enchanting combination of East and West.
   Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
10. Day 10
    Budapest (Disembark)

    Sun, Aug 30, 2026

    Disembark the ship. If your cruise/tour package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home. Or you can extend your stay in beautiful Budapest with our exciting optional post-cruise extension.
    Meals: Breakfast