Emerald Cruises (www.emeraldcruises.co.uk) has added a new port in Upper Austria to one of their most popular cruises sailing on the Danube River.
From 16 April this year, guests can visit Engelhartszell and explore historic cities, monasteries and castles. What’s more, guests booking this sailing or one of over 17 European River Cruises with Emerald Cruises before 31 January 2023 can take advantage of an amazing offer – Free Business Class Flights and savings up to £1,400 per couple.
The eight-day Danube Delights cruise allows guests to enjoy a private Viennese evening concert in Vienna, hike to the fairy-tale Dürnstein Castle, have afternoon tea with a Slovakian family in Bratislava, and join a fascinating Jewish heritage tour of Budapest. New to 2023, guests can explore the untapped beauty of quaint market town Engelhartszell, nestled on the banks of the Danube, with a visit to its magnificent monastery and church. Cycle past terraced vineyards, castles and ruins to discover the charm of the historic city of Krems – renowned for producing some of the world’s best Riesling – or simply relax on your state-of-the-art Emerald Cruises Star-Ship as it journeys through Central Europe. The cruise departs from Regensburg and calls at Passau, Engelhartszell, Dürnstein, Krems, Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest.
Further sailings available on the Danube with Emerald Cruises include:
- The eight-day Danube Explorer is the perfect way for guests to get an authentic taste of Europe. Try local delicaices on an authentic Bavarian farm before visiting the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Ceský Krumlov – one of the best preserved old towns in Europe. Admire the gold-leaf halls of Melk Abbey. Afterwards, enjoy sailing through the idyllic Wachau Valley, with inspiring Romantic views. Visit Vienna’s historic Ringstrasse and take a bike tour along the serene trails of Danube Island. Learn more about Budapest’s thriving culinary scene as the tour finishes at the neo-Gothic Grand Market, Budapest’s largest and most expansive indoor market. The cruise departs from Passau before visiting Linz, Ceský Krumlov. Melk, Dürnstein, Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest.
- The nine-day Enchantment of Eastern Europe is a breathtaking voyage through five unique countries. Enjoy a city stay in Bucharest, the vibrant Romanian capital, before joining your cruise in Arbanasi where guests will attend a choir concert. Embark on a guided city tour of Belgrade, returning to your Star-Ship for a traditional Serbian folklore evening show. In Osijek, visit a local Croatian family for home-hosted lunch and then spend your day in rural Hungary for a Puszta Horse Show in Kalocsa. The itinerary sails from Bucharest to Giurgiu, Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanasi, Vidin, Donji Milanovac, Belgrade, Vukovar, Osijek, Kalocsa and Budapest. Departures for April and May 2023 are almost at capacity so act fast to secure the best deal and availability.
For more information or to book, call 0808 301 8277, visit www.emeraldcruises.co.uk or contact your local travel agent.
