The Music of the Blue Danube
Various 2025 departures | 8 Days | Flying from various UK airports
Cruise Itinerary : Budapest | Esztergom | Bratislava | Dürnstein & Melk | Salzburg | Vienna | Budapest
Soak up the sights that have inspired countless classical composers - Strauss, Mozart, Beethoven, Hayden and more - visiting the most legendary musical cities on a European river cruise along the Danube.
Follow in the footsteps of some of history's greatest composers on a musical journey along the Danube. The beautiful landscapes and cities along the shores of this legendary river have inspired many famous melodies. And our majestic cruise will take you to the fascinating cities of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna and Salzburg - home to the world's most well-known musical maestros. You can learn more about their incredible lives in the company of our knowledgeable guides, experience the joy of live music in atmospheric locations and visit the home of the greatest composers - all while enjoying the beauty and splendour of the Danube.
At a glance :
7 nights on board a five-star ship
Return flights & transfers
11 included experiences
Full board (except one lunch)
Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
Free on-board Wi-Fi
Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Concierge
All port charges & airport taxes
Checked luggage
Prices :
8 days from £2449 per person
Highlights
- Enjoy magnificent performances on board - a string quartet and a traditional Hungarian folklore show as well as a classical music performances in Bratislava and Salzburg.
- Follow in the footsteps of famous composers and listen to them come to life with expert guided tours of the most historic towns and cities along the Danube, including Vienna, Dürnstein, Bratislava and Salzburg - the birthplace of Mozart.
- Cruise through the pretty Nibelungengau immortalised in the music of Wagner.
- Take a ‘behind the scenes’ tour with the renowned Vienna Boys Choir.
- Visit the House of Music in Budapest Esztergom Basilica and Melk Abbey.