Heart of the Danube: Bavaria to Budapest - Eastbound

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8 days

5 countries

Ships: ms Savor, ms Joy

Tauck

8 days · 7 nights · Ships: ms Savor, ms Joy · 5 countries

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When your road is the Danube, it's enchanting... Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, and Germany are linked by peaceful river landscapes dotted with storybook castles and romantic villages surrounded by stone terraced vineyards, where making world-class wines – and tasting them! – is an art. A wonderfully preserved medieval castle and town in the Czech Carpathian mountains are as awe-inspiring as the palaces and museums of Imperial Vienna. As you cruise from port to port, explore the cobblestone streets and market squares in the Old Towns of Budapest, Bratislava, Cesky Krumlov, Grein, and Passau, each offering unexpected cultural treasures and culinary pleasures around every bend. And the pièce de résistance – a Tauck Exclusive gala evening with music and dancing at a private palace conjures up elegant Old World Europe just for Tauck guests!

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ms Joy
Tauck

River cruise · Australia & New Zealand · Tauck

ms Joy

  • 130

    Guests

  • 2016

    Launched

Step aboard ms Joy, where elegance meets comfort on the picturesque Danube River. Lounge on the top deck, gaze at passing riverbanks, and toast to adventure with your favorite drink. Designed for intimate cruising, ms Joy offers space and serenity for up to 130 guests, providing an uncrowded and personalized experience. At 443 feet long, this ship maximizes comfort, featuring 67 cabins, including 22 stunning 300-square-foot Tauck Suites—the most luxurious offerings on any European river cruise ship. Eight innovative loft cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows deliver extra light and breathtaking views, creating a distinct sense of connection to the surroundings. With its exceptional design and warm atmosphere, ms Joy promises unrivaled memories for those who seek relaxation and adventure in equal measure. Join the festivities on board and let the journey inspire you!

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