16 Day Danube River Cruise with Frankfurt, Wurzburg & Ljubljana
Length: 16 Days - Departs: Tue, Sep 07, 2027
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- Day 1DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for GermanyTue, Sep 07, 2027Depart for Germany
- Day 2DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in FrankfurtWed, Sep 08, 2027Arrive in Frankfurt, the business and financial center of Germany. Transfer to the hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Tonight, attend an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by dinner. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Frankfurt
Meals: Dinner - Day 3DAY 3, Thursday - Frankfurt City TourThu, Sep 09, 2027This morning, take a walking tour of the city with your local guide. Frankfurt is home of the European Central Bank and the financial heart of Germany. Situated on the banks of the River Main, Frankfurt is a city of contrasts. Its famous modern skyline is a striking backdrop to the historic town center, or Römerberg, where you'll find wonderful examples of traditional half-timbered houses. Spend the afternoon at leisure or join the optional half day tour to the village of Rüdesheim in the heart of the Rhine Valley, known for its Riesling wines. On arrival, take the cable car up to the impressive Niederwald Monument and admire the breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Afterward, sample local wines of the area and enjoy some free time in the village before returning to Frankfurt
Optional: Half Day Rüdesheim Tour with Wine Tasting (PM)
Overnight: Frankfurt
Meals: Breakfast - Day 4DAY 4, Friday - Heidelberg City Tour, Travel to WurzburgFri, Sep 10, 2027Depart Frankfurt this morning and drive to Heidelberg, home to the oldest university in Germany. Visit the imposing red sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle originally built in the 13th century. The castle, perched on a hill, overlooks the historic Old Town and the Neckar Valley. This hilltop Gothic masterpiece has encountered turbulent times but still stands as a dominant symbol of the city. Continue with a walking tour of historic Heidelberg. Discover the enchanting alleys of the Old Town, museums, and lovely galleries. Stroll down the main street, one of the longest pedestrian zones in Europe. Spend free time to further explore on your own before traveling to Wurzburg for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Wurzburg
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 5DAY 5, Saturday - Wurzburg Sightseeing TourSat, Sep 11, 2027Begin the day with a visit to Wurzburg Residence, a magnificent Baroque palace and one of the largest in Germany. Admire the Grand Staircase, the White Hall, the Chapel, the Imperial Hall with its impressive Tiepolo fresco, and the gilded Mirror Hall covered with a unique mirror-like glass painted with floral and animal motifs. After your visit, take a stroll through Wurzburg's Old Town. Wander through the medieval town's streets and observe the unique architectural styles of its buildings. Learn about Wurzburg's history from medieval times and WWII to the present. Spend the afternoon at leisure or join the optional tour to Rothenburg, the preserved walled city. Step back in time as you walk through the cobbled streets of the medieval Old Town, untouched by the ravages of war, and learn about its history
Optional: Half Day Rothenburg Tour (PM)
Overnight: Wurzburg
Meals: Breakfast - Day 6DAY 6, Sunday - Nuremberg City Tour, Cruise Embarkation in RegensburgSun, Sep 12, 2027Today, travel to Nuremberg, an energetic city with a visible history spanning nearly one thousand years. View the historic Palace of Justice where the War Crimes Tribunal held in 1946 and the chilling Nazi Rally grounds, the site of large-scale events designed to promote party propaganda. End the tour at Market Square in the Old Town before enjoying lunch on your own and free time to explore. Afterward, continue to Regensburg and transfer to the port for your cruise embarkation. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 7DAY 7, Monday - Regensburg City TourMon, Sep 13, 2027Explore Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided walking tour highlights the city's stunning architecture as you view the Old Town Hall, the Dom St. Peter, and the Porta Praetoria, gateway to an ancient Roman fort. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest stone bridges crossing the Danube. Return to the ship for lunch or spend the afternoon at leisure discovering the delights of Regensburg on your own. In the afternoon the ship will set sail for Passau
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 8DAY 8, Tuesday - Morning in PassauTue, Sep 14, 2027Dock this morning in 2500-year-old Passau, known for its pastel patrician houses, cafes, cobblestone lanes, and riverfront promenade. Passau is a town with a mix of Romanesque, Baroque, and Gothic architecture. Explore Passau this morning on an orientation walk or join the optional full day tour to picturesque Salzburg*, the birthplace of Mozart and setting for The Sound of Music. The walking tour will include some of Salzburg's most historic sites including Mirabell Palace, the Abbey, Salzburg Cathedral, and St. Peter's Cemetery. After lunch at a local restaurant, there will be time to discover Salzburg on your own before returning to the ship. If you choose to remain onboard the ship, continue sailing during lunch and relax this afternoon. In the early evening, all passengers will rejoin the ship and continue sailing for Melk
*Passengers who choose this optional, will not be able to participate in the orientation walk of Passau.
Optional: Tour of Salzburg
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 9DAY 9, Wednesday - Melk AbbeyWed, Sep 15, 2027Disembark in Melk this morning for a guided tour of the historic Benedictine Abbey, considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in Europe. View the Abbot's chambers, the Kaiser's walk, and the lavish library. Then, return to the ship and continue cruising through the scenic Wachau Valley. This afternoon, arrive in the village of Durnstein, one of the prettiest towns on the Danube. Free time to stroll this quintessential village in the heart of the Wachau wine district. Walk along medieval cobblestone streets revealing 16th century town houses and wine taverns
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 10DAY 10, Thursday - Vienna City TourThu, Sep 16, 2027Your morning tour of romantic Vienna introduces you to this imperial city with its legendary opulence and elegance. Drive along the famed Ringstrasse, Vienna's main boulevard lined with palaces, parks, and monuments, as well as the Opera House and the Austrian Parliament. Walk through the lavish Hofburg Palace on the way to St. Stephen's Cathedral. Spend the afternoon at leisure, or, join the optional tour to the magnificent Schonbrunn Palace, once summer residence of the Habsburgs. Visit the gorgeous Baroque apartments and stroll through the world-famous manicured gardens. Tonight, perhaps take the opportunity to attend an evening of Viennese culture in the "City of Music" at an optional recital performance of the classical masterpieces of Mozart and Strauss
Optional: Schonbrunn Palace Tour (PM)
Optional: Classical Viennese Recital (PM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 11DAY 11, Friday - Bratislava City TourFri, Sep 17, 2027This morning, enjoy the tranquil scenery as you sail along the Danube River. Arrive in Bratislava, capital of Slovakia, a mix of modern and Baroque architecture. This capital city is among the youngest in Europe yet retains a rich history dating back more than 2000 years. Walk along the cobblestone lanes of the historic town center. View St. Martin's Cathedral, the coronation site of the kings of Hungary, the 13th century Old Town Hall, and the Franciscan Church. Time to explore this colorful city on your own before returning to the ship for dinner. This evening, the ship will set sail for stunning Budapest
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 12DAY 12, Saturday - Budapest City TourSat, Sep 18, 2027Your morning tour begins on the Pest side of the city, view the Parliament, City Park, and Heroes Square. Admire the Buda side with beautiful views of the Royal Palace, Matthias Church, and the medieval architecture. Explore the city's wonderful shops and cafes this afternoon on your own. Tonight, enjoy your final night on board
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 13DAY 13, Sunday - Disembarkation, Travel to LjubljanaSun, Sep 19, 2027This morning, disembark from the river cruise and drive to Graz, a historic city in southern Austria. During the walking tour, view the major sights of the city, including the 15th century cathedral, the Opera House, the medieval clock tower, and Altstadt (Old Town), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to Landhaus with its beautiful Renaissance architecture, home to the provincial parliament of Styria. Afterward, cross into Slovenia. Arrive in Ljubljana late in the afternoon and check into your hotel for dinner and overnight
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 14DAY 14, Monday - Ljubljana Walking Tour, Bled CastleMon, Sep 20, 2027Begin the day with a walking tour of Ljubljana. View the most significant sights of the old city center, with its unique mixture of Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture. Stop at the open-air market, Three Bridges Square, Town Hall, and Robba Fountain, one of the city's best-known Baroque monuments. Spend free time exploring the city on own before heading to Bled. Visit the imposing 11th century Bled Castle, perched on a steep cliff high above the lake, creating a dramatic backdrop to the city. Stroll through the castle grounds and visit the museum to get insight into the history of the castle and the surrounding area. Enjoy some free time in Bled before heading back to Ljubljana. Tonight, attend the optional dinner at a country inn in the medieval town of Radovljica, highlighted by a selection of traditional Slovenian dishes and wine
Optional: Tour of Radovljica with dinner (PM)
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast - Day 15DAY 15, Tuesday - Full Day in LjubljanaTue, Sep 21, 2027Spend the day at leisure to further explore Ljubljana on your own, or participate in the optional Full Day Tour to Trieste, Italy. Depart Ljubljana and travel to Trieste, located on the shores of the Adriatic Sea. Arrive in Trieste, the capital city of Friuli Venezia-Giulia region of Italy, boasting a unique blend of Italian, Astro-Hungarian, and Slovenian cultures. Wander through the streets of the historic center, lined with elegant palaces, ornate churches, and lively piazzas. View the iconic Piazza Unità d'Italia, and the 19th century Miramare Castle, located on the Grignano promontory, overlooking the Gulf of Trieste. Take time to discover Trieste's delights and have lunch in a traditional trattoria
Optional: Full Day Tour to Trieste, Italy
Overnight: Ljubljana
Meals: Breakfast - Day 16DAY 16, Wednesday - Depart SloveniaWed, Sep 22, 2027Transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Price does not include airfare, departure or arrival transfers, airline taxes and fuel surcharges.
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Other departure cities available.
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†Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates
Additional Information:
Cruise/Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Due to physical constraints and space limitations, wheelchairs and walkers are not allowed on motor coaches and/or river cruises. Kindly refer to our Terms for additional information.
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Please note that the following inclusions may contain items that are only applicable when you purchase Land & Air. The brochure prices below are for Land Only - call us for our best deal.
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Question: Will the day-by-day itinerary change?
Yes, the river cruise itineraries may change due to reasons such as inclement weather or unforeseen events. Your safety is the number one concern aboard and all precautions necessary will be taken in order to ensure passenger safety, including changing itineraries. Please note that when itineraries do change, the ship staff will do their best to substitute any missed port with an alternative destination.
Question: In what language is the river cruise conducted?
The river cruise will be conducted in English only.
Overall Rating
4.6
Accommodations
4.6
Itinerary
4.5
Professional Staff
4.8
Repeat with Operator
4.5
Value for Money
4.5
The water level was not high enough to sail so we had tp complete the last few days via land travel. Gate 1 went out of their way to make the experience comfortable.
The staff on the Monarch Baroness was exceptionally pleasant and service-oriented. The cruise director had everything on and off the boat extremely well organized.
Was pleasantly surprised. Probably one of my best river cruises. The staff was amazing.
This was our first River cruise and a first with Gate1. We were delighted with the seamless trip. From pick up at the airport to delivery back to the airport. Everything was first class. I can’t enough about the service and food and all the tours. We will definitely rebook with Gate 1.
Great service for great vacation
Our tour director was the BEST. he made the trip flawless.
The trip was everything I expected. The staff was very helpful and hotel arrangements were very good and well placed in the cities we visited.
Great value for money.
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Was a terrific value! The staff both on the land and river portion were excellent and very knowledgeable. Will travel with them again.