Budapest, Hungary
New for
2024
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Enjoy Geocaching in Passau, Germany
Enjoy Archery lesson at Schallaburg Castle, Austria
Adult Double Occupancy Stateroom from $ pp
8-Day Family Danube River Cruise
2,995
Aboard Emerald Luna
Children 17 & under from only $1,795pp
Budapest to Regensburg | June 27, 2024
Book 3 or more suites for even more savings
Journey Code EWNB
Emerald Cruises are experts when it comes to sailing Europe’s epic Danube River. We’ve now reimagined one of our iconic Danube cruises to include experiences for all the family. Journey along the historic Danube River with your family, taking in all that Europe has to offer. In Budapest, you’ll be wowed by a Hungarian folklore show and, after a night docked in the city center, release your creative side at a 3D gallery, where you and your family become the art! You’ll discover Bratislava on an enjoyable walking tour, and in Vienna, enjoy a ride on the giant ferris wheel excites travelers of all ages. Stay active during a bike tour along the Danube’s riverbanks or a hike through the idyllic Wachau Valley, creating memories you’ll cherish forever. Uncover new cultures as you explore storybook towns of old, take part in an exclusive archery lesson in Schallaburg Castle and fairy tale worlds in Linz’s Grottenbahn park. Your cruise comes to an end in Passau.
GERMANY
Nuremberg Regensburg
7
Passau Dürnstein Krems
Engelhartszell
SLOVAKIA
Bratislava
Vienna
AUSTRIA
Budapest HUNGARY
EmeraldDISCOVERY Highlights for the entire family
So much included... Airport transfers Stylish accommodation on board our Star-Ships Innovative indoor pool with retractable roof, transforming into an evening movie theater†
EmeraldPLUS experiences and activities First-class service from an English-speaking crew Knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi
All on board meals
Bicycles for exploring while ashore†
Wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Earn EmeraldEXPLORER loyalty points
Bottled water restocked daily An excursion almost every day Visits to UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites ESPA brand luxury toiletries on board
River Cruise Cover All port charges and overseas transfers All gratuities on board
Experiences for the entire family Fun at the 3D Gallery in Budapest Walking tour of Bratislava Reach new heights on the Giant Ferris Wheel at the Vienna Prater Guided tour of Passau Archery lesson at Schallaburg Castle
More fun on board Enjoy pool activities with our Activity Manager Attend movie nights in the cinema Try your hand at our video game station Prepare tasty bites at cooking class with our chef Visit the wheelhouse with the Captain Learn ‘mocktail mixology’ with the bar team
Meals for every taste Dine on locally inspired choices from our special menu for kids of all ages Make new friends at a special table for younger travelers
Terms & Conditions: Available for new bookings only made between December 15 – March 31, 2024 on the Danube Delights sailing June 27, 2024 from Budapest to Regensburg. Adult pricing is per person, based on double occupancy, including pay-in-full savings. Child fares are eligible for guests ages 10-17 traveling with an adult age 18+ in the same cabin. Reduced single supplement is available for adult guests traveling with a double occupancy cabin. Single supplement offer is available in cabin categories E, D, C, B or A. Both child fare and free single supplement offers are not combinable with any other offers. Deposit due at time of booking; full payment due within 30 days of booking or at 90 days prior to sailing; whichever is soonest. For guests traveling with 3-4 cabins, a bonus $250pp is available for adult double occupancy fares only. Groups of 5+ cabins are eligible for group program benefits. All offers are inventory controlled and may be extended, cancelled or withdrawn at any time without notice. Emerald Cruises reserves the right to correct errors or omissions and to change any and all fares and promotions at any time. For complete terms and conditions visit emeraldcruises.com. 23-EC-0076-04 - January 9, 2024
Discover Dürnstein, Austria
Ride the giant ferris wheel in Vienna, Austria
Day 1 Budapest
Day 4 Vienna
Welcome to Budapest, where you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, before enjoying plenty of free time to explore the Hungarian capital at your leisure. This evening, enjoy an authentic Hungarian folklore show on board, followed by a traditional dinner.
Visitors to Vienna can look forward to a full schedule of arts and culture. Schönbrunn, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and the Lipizzaner are just as much fixtures of the must-do list in Vienna as a ride on the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel, a landmark visible from afar on the Vienna skyline. If you haven’t once in your lifetime taken a ride on the Giant Ferris Wheel and enjoyed the breathtaking views over the roofs of Vienna, you haven’t really been to Vienna at all. The Giant Ferris Wheel, trademark of Austria’s capital city and a symbol of Vienna’s world-famous Prater, creates a very special point of reference for every visitor with its unmistakeable silhouette, clearly visible even from great distances. A circular trip on one of the most significant and fascinating structures in the world, and the unique view of the city of Vienna, make the Giant Ferris Wheel an absolute cultural and architectural must see for every visitor to Austria’s capital.
Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board Meals: Dinner
Day 2 Budapest Welcome to Budapest, where an amazing end to a fantastic trip awaits. We will visit the recently opened 3D Gallery Budapest for some great fun for the entire family. Be the part of the painting simply just by standing in front of them. The paintings were made with a special technique and will prove how important perspective really is and they will introduce you to the basics of being a creative and selfdependent artist. Using a mobile device or a camera is a must in the gallery. If you are feeling more active, you can instead choose to hike to Gellert Hill. The surrounding area has been rebuilt several times, most recently following the air raids of WWII. Some 18thcentury Baroque houses still stand, best explored from the medieval paths and alleyways in the area around Buda Castle. 3D Gallery Budapest Hike to Gellert Hill Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3 Brastislava This morning, relax on board as we sail to Bratislava. An ancient landscape awaits, where remarkable towers add to a skyline that perfectly encapsulates the history of the city, and preserved medieval fortifications tell tales of a turbulent past. Your local guide will take you through the heart of the city, as you soak in the sights of the lavish Episcopal Summer Palace and the neo-Renaissance façade of the Slovak National Theatre. If you’re feeling more active, you could instead choose to hike around the serene gardens of Bratislava Castle, which provides the perfect setting for the Shakespeare festival that occurs during the summer months. This afternoon, you will be invited into the home of a local family to learn more about their traditions and culture over coffee and cake.
Guided bike tour in Vienna
Day at the Vienna Prater with Ferris Wheel Ride
Exclusive Viennese evening concert (extra expense) Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5 Dürnstein Effortlessly suspended in time, Dürnstein is one of the most frequented parts of the Wachau wine region, where the delightful warm weather creates the perfect setting for viticulture. Today, we are visiting Schallaburg Castle, one of the most beautiful Renaissance castles in Europe. You will be immersed into thousands of years of architecture, learning how many architectural styles exist beside each other, starting with roman fortifications, passing Gothic buildings and moving into the beautiful Renaissance castle. After the castle visit, you will walk up to the historic Renaissance shooting range, established some 450 years ago where you will try longbow-archery, before tasting the regions pear and apple ciders. Alternatively, you can hike the ruins of Dürnstein Castle, where a delightful panoramic view of the surrounding medieval villages, vineyards and forest is certain to delight. Archery lesson at Schallaburg castle Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle Guided bike tour along the Danube River
Walking tour of Bratislava Gottweig Abbey (extra expense) Home-hosted coffee and cake with a local family
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Hike to Bratislava Castle
Day 6 Passau
Skoda tour of post-Communist Bratislava (extra expense) Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
After a morning of sailing along the Danube, we will take you into the heart of Passau. Nicknamed the Dreiflüssestadt, meaning the ‘the city of three rivers’, it’s situated at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers. Your included guided tour of
Passau will unveil its noteworthy Gothic and Baroque architecture. If you’re feeling active, you could join a bike tour along the River Inn, one of the three rivers converging in Passau. After your tour, enjoy some free time to explore Passau at your leisure, before spending an evening sailing blissfully towards Regensburg. Guided tour of Passau Guided bike tour along the River Inn Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7 Regensburg This morning, we arrive in Regensburg, a city built on the site of an ancient Roman fort. Your guided walking tour of Regensburg will showcase its UNESCO World Heritage-listed medieval centre, where narrow cobbled lanes and tall façades help to define the character of this enchanting Bavarian city. Alternatively, you could join a bike tour to the Walhalla monument, which towers high above the slopes of the Danube. From here, you can enjoy a fascinating view of the surrounding landscape and the river. This evening, enjoy a traditional Bavarian band performance on board. Traditional Bavarian band performance on board Walking tour of Regensburg with Bavarian sausage tasting Guided bike tour to the Walhalla monument Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8 Passau After breakfast, it’s time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking memories of Roman architecture and the rich culture of the Danube River with you. Please book your flight to depart out of Munich after 12:00 PM. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information. Meals: Breakfast The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions for further information.
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Is every Emerald Cruises itinerary for families? While we welcome families on all our river cruises, our Family Danube River Cruise is especially designed for all generations, starting from age 10. The cruise departs June 27 - July 4, 2024. Is there a minimum age for children? Yes, all children coming on board for a family cruise with Emerald Cruises must be at least 10 years old. What on board and onshore activities are included to keep my children/grandchildren occupied?
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Where will my family sleep? Our family river cruises are designed to be as accommodating as possible, so your family’s rooms will be located right next to one another. Is there a range of food options on board? We understand that certain local dishes may not be to everyone’s tastes, which is why our chefs will provide an array of home favorites as well. Selected dishes will also be adapted for younger travelers who would like to try local cuisine.
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The enjoyment of your children and grandchildren is one of our top priorities. We have adapted two of our most popular itineraries to include childfriendly excursions such as: Trip to interactive galleries, science centers, and museums Cooking workshops and farm visits Guided tours of medieval cities and castles On board our Star-Ships, we have arranged an array of fun activities including: Pool games and exercises with our wellness coach/ activity manager A wheelhouse tour with Star-Ship’s captain (when the ship is in port) Table set-up with our restaurant team Mocktail classes with our bar team
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