European Icons: Enchanting Danube River and Mediterranean Ocean Voyage

Budapest: Hotel Stay

Arriving in Budapest, settle into your hotel for an overnight stay in the Hungarian capital. Straddling the Danube, the city pairs striking architecture with a lively café culture, ideal for an evening stroll before your river cruise begins.

Budapest: Embark Ship & Overnight in Port

Today you’ll embark the luxurious Gentleman, a beautifully crafted vessel showcasing exceptional Dutch design and premium materials. Settle into its elegant surroundings and enjoy the warm, intimate atmosphere of a yacht-style experience.

Budapest

Spend a further day in Budapest at leisure, whether exploring the city’s historic streets or relaxing on board as The Gentleman prepares to continue along the Danube tomorrow.

Bratislava – Hainburg – Vienna: Overnight in Port

Cruising onward from Budapest, join a walking tour of Bratislava, Slovakia’s compact and characterful capital. Continue past Hainburg’s riverside scenery before arriving into Vienna this evening, ready to explore further tomorrow.

Vienna

Vienna, Austria’s elegant capital, invites you to explore its iconic Schönbrunn Palace, Baroque streets, and savour its famous coffeehouse culture. Immerse yourself in the city’s timeless ambiance and classical music traditions.

Dürnstein – Melk

Sail into the Wachau valley, calling at Durnstein and Melk. Terraced vineyards climb the hillsides here, while Melk’s celebrated abbey stands above the Danube, one of the region’s most recognisable landmarks.

Linz

Arriving in Linz, join a walking tour through Austria’s third-largest city. Baroque architecture meets a thriving contemporary arts scene, from riverside galleries to a striking modern cathedral spire.

Passau: Overnight in Port

Passau, in southeastern Germany near the Austrian border, charms with its historic Old Town. Highlights include Veste Oberhaus fortress, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and the Pilgrimage Church Mariahilf, alongside the Gothic Town Hall, New Bishop’s Residence, and a wealth of museums.

Passau: Disembark Ship & Rome Hotel Stay

Disembark in Passau and fly to Rome, transferring to your hotel for a two-night stay in the Italian capital, ready to begin exploring tomorrow.

Rome: Hotel Stay

Spend a full day in Rome at leisure, whether wandering among ancient ruins, admiring grand piazzas, or savouring the city’s renowned cuisine. With so much history packed into every corner, today rewards unhurried exploration.

Naples

Arriving in Naples, the gateway to the ruins of Pompeii and the island of Capri, spend the day exploring at your leisure. This vibrant southern city rewards wandering, from its historic centre to its waterfront.

Relax At Sea

Chania

Step ashore in Chania, Crete’s most atmospheric port town. Venetian architecture and narrow lanes lead down to a picturesque harbour, with plenty of time to explore at your own pace.

Relax At Sea

Kuşadası

Kusadasi welcomes you to Turkey’s Aegean coast, close to the ancient ruins of Ephesus. Once one of the greatest cities of the classical world, its marble streets and towering facades remain impressively intact.

Mykonos

Discover Mykonos, where whitewashed houses and windmills tumble down to the Aegean Sea. Charming boutiques, waterside tavernas and postcard-perfect beaches make this Cycladic island easy to fall for.

Piraeus

Dock at Piraeus for Athens, where the Acropolis crowns a city layered with centuries of history. Explore ancient sites, browse lively markets, or relax with the Parthenon in view.

Santorini

Santorini’s dramatic caldera views and whitewashed villages perched on volcanic cliffs make this one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic stops. Wander Fira’s clifftop lanes or watch the sunset from Oia.

Relax At Sea

Bar

Bar offers a glimpse of Montenegro’s rugged Adriatic coastline. Its Old Town ruins and olive groves reflect centuries of history, while the surrounding hills offer a quieter pace of travel.

Corfu

Corfu blends Venetian, French and British influences across its elegant old town. Framed by olive-covered hills and turquoise coves, the island rewards a leisurely wander through its shaded squares.

Messina

Arriving in Messina, your entry point to Sicily, explore an island shaped by Greek, Roman and Norman history. Mount Etna rises in the distance, while the town’s cathedral and waterfront invite a relaxed final port visit.

Relax At Sea

Barcelona: Disembark Ship & Fly Home

Your holiday complete, today you’ll bid farewell to your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.