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Comfort abounds onboard the MS Scenic Ruby. Gourmet meals with wine are served daily at lunch and dinner while tea and coffee are available at all hours. The ship’s cabins and suites offer such comforts as superior beds, hairdryer, minibar, flat screen television and in room entertainment system, safe and internet access. Bicycles are available for use in port, try a jog around the outdoor track on the Sun Deck, with its 360° views of the river. Each night, you enjoy a piano concert in the lounge or a chance to relax on your private balcony as the majesty of Europe drifts past. There is even a nightly turndown service, for that final touch.
The cabins are larger than normal cabins on other ships. More than 80% of the cabins have a walk-out balcony. The Panorama Bar and Lounge flooded with light and which has panorama windows, does not just offer a fantastic view of the landscape, but is also 20% larger than the lounges of standard riverboats. The Crystal Dining restaurant is also large and offers sufficient room for all guests. Through the unique design of the ship and as the only company to offer river cruises, SCENIC tours offers the guests a second restaurant too- the exclusive Italian restaurant Portobello’s.
Over nine days, visit four countries— Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany. This cruise will take us into the heart of some of the most breathtaking scenery in Europe. Our itinerary will transport us into the resurgent nations of Central Europe, with calls in the splendid cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Melk, Passau, Dürnstein and Vienna. Since we’ll be traveling aboard a luxurious river boat, we’ll need to unpack only once as we enjoy the unfolding views of the beautiful Danube from the comfort of our spacious cabins. Come join us for this amazing Blue Danube Adventure!
Day 1 - Depart USA: (JFK) for Budapest, Hungary.
Day 2 - Budapest: Arrive in Budapest and transfer to our luxurious river cruise ship. This evening, meet fellow travelers at the Welcome Cocktail Reception followed by dinner. (Dinner)
Day 3 - Budapest: This morning, our sightseeing tour is to historic Buda Castle from where we enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Our tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the Royal Palace and St. Matthias Church, which is officially known as The Church of Our Lady and has a long and illustrious history. Afterward, our afternoon is free to explore on your own. Enjoy dinner onboard and in the evening The MS Scenic Ruby will sail for Bratislava. As we leave Budapest you see Budapest landmarks such as The Chain Link Bridge and Parliament illuminated at night. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Bratislava: Wake up this morning in Bratislava, capital of the Slovak Republic. This morning enjoy a walking tour of the city's major sights, including the Old Town Hall, the stunning Mirbach Palace and Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral. Later, there is time to explore on your own, before cruising the Danube enroute to Melk. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Melk: In the morning, arrive at Melk, location of the famous Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries, which you will tour today. The Benedictine Abbey, located on the banks of the Danube River between Salzburg and Vienna, stands crowned by towers and is resplendent in a golden hue. Afterwards, we will cruise through Upper Austria enroute to Passau in Germany. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Passau/Salzburg (Optional Tour): In the morning arrive in Passau. After breakfast, disembark for a guided city tour of Passau which takes you on an in-depth exploration of this fairy-tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau is known world- wide as "The Three Rivers City". Passau with its unique charm and its atmosphere is one of the most beautiful and spectacular German cities on the Danube. You can also take an optional tour to Salzburg, a picturesque Austrian city which is the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Dürnstein/Vienna (Optional Tour): In the morning arrive in Dürnstein, where you will have time to explore this lovely town on your own. You will marvel at the magnificent blue façade of the baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you'll spot the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, King of England, was imprisoned in 1192. Your walking tour through medieval cobblestone streets reveals 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. Afterwards, you will return to the ship and set sail for Vienna. Upon arrival in Vienna, you can take an optional tour to see a Mozart concert with included dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Vienna: In the morning arrive in Vienna, a timeless Austrian city which combines beauty and charm with culture, style and sophistication. Enjoy a guided half-day city tour followed by free time in the city center. You will see the Ringstrasse known for such magnificent buildings as the Museum of Applied Arts, the State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Natural History. You will also take a walking tour of St. Stephen’s Cathedral. You will have free time to stroll along the main shopping street in Vienna, the Kärntnerstrasse, or sample some coffee and pastries in one of Vienna’s world-famous coffeehouses.This evening there will be a farewell cocktail reception onboard the ship.(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Budapest/USA: This morning the ship arrives in Budapest, and your vacation comes to an end as you transfer to the airport for our flight home. (Breakfast)
Please note: Routing times are subject to change by the cruise lines.
Included
- Round-trip flights from New York (JFK). Fuel surcharges included (valid at time of printing).
- Round-trip airport to ship transfers for guests using our airfare with 1 bag luggage handling per person.
- Cruise accommodations for seven nights, including taxes and service charges.
- Daily gourmet meals onboard: a rich buffet breakfast, a festive lunch buffet, afternoon tea &
coffee with cake, cookies and sandwiches and a multi-course dinner with free flowing red and white wine from the local regions, beer or soft drinks). Free coffee, tea, ice-water and ice-tea are included all day.
- Luxury motorcoach transportation for all shore excursions.
- Daily shore excursion program (outlined and included in the itinerary) during the cruise with
local English-speaking guides in Budapest, Bratislava, Melk Abbey, Passau, Linz and Vienna. The use of our Quiet Vox headsets is also included at no additional cost.
Not included
- Airline taxes
- Meals or beverages not mentioned above
- Tips for Crew and on Board staff including maids etc. Gratuity recommended at $10 per person per day,
- Consumption at Bar andWellness Center
- Shore excursions that might be offered in additiom to our included ones
- Luggage overage, passport expenses.
Other cabin prices: The pricing below is double occupancy per person. MOSELLE DECK: Cat D $2,599 per person (Single supplement $799 but for Womenstravelclub.com $599), Cat E $2,699 per person (Single supplement $899 but for womenstravelclub.com $799). Private Balcony Suites Cat B $2,899 per person (Single supplement $999) Cat C $2,999 per person (Single supplement $1,099), Cat P $3,099 per person (Single supplement $1,699) & Cat A $3,199 per person (Single supplement $1,799). Junior Balcony Suites Cat BJ $3,399 per person (Single supplement $1,399), Cat RJ $3,499 per person (Single supplement $1,999) & Cat S $3,699 per person (Single supplement $2,299). Single Balcony Suite Cat BS $2,799 per person (Single supplement $1,499). Royal Balcony Suites Cat R $4,099 per person (Single supplement $2,699). All taxes and fuel surcharges are correct at the time of print but subject to change. Cabins prices occasiomally subject to change.
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