Trafalgar River Cruises: Best of Danube


Visit Budapest’s Heroes’ Square, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town and enjoy a taste of Vienna’s famous Sachertorte. Enjoy lively evenings on board Trafalgar Reverie, or kick back and unwind, share stories over regional wines and soak up the ever-changing scenery. This Danube river cruise offers you the perfect mix of discovery, fun and relaxation on one of Europe’s most iconic rivers.

 

Executive Member Benefit

 
  • Executive Members receive an annual 2% Reward, up to CA $ 1,250, on qualified Costco Travel purchases

Vacation Includes

  • On embarkation day, enjoy sparkling wine and a personal welcome from your Captain, Experience Director and Experience Manager

  • Buffet-style breakfasts and lunches, à la carte dinners

  • Lunches and dinners include wine, beer, soft drinks, tea, coffee and water

  • Tea time during afternoon sailings

  • Dinners on your first and last day on board feature a special menu

  • Farewell reception with sparkling wine

  • Land experiences are guided by English-speaking Local Specialists and hosts

  • Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences on every itinerary

  • Included and Optional Experiences available to personalize your trip

  • Audio headset systems are provided on land guided tours

  • Bicycles are available for on-land use at your leisure

Itinerary Days 1 - 3

Day 1

  • Embark in Budapest

  • Step aboard the Trafalgar Reverie, your floating home for your Danube cruise, and settle in for the night. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers over dinner hosted by your Experience Director.


Day 2

  • Cruise the Danube Bend

  • Today, explore both sides of the city—historic Buda and lively Pest—with your Local Specialist. Visit Heroes' Square before heading up Castle Hill past Matthias Church to step inside Fisherman’s Bastion for views over the Danube and Parliament. Or, opt to take a foodie tour, diving into Budapest’s vibrant culinary scene and tasting local favorites. This afternoon, choose an Optional Experience to explore the Jewish district, including a visit to the Dohány Street Synagogue. In the early evening you’ll set sail, cruising through the Danube bend past the town of Szentendre and the former Royal center of Visegrad.


Day 3

  • Through Transdanubia to Bratislava

  • Enjoy the early morning experience of cruising along a stretch of the Danube that defines the border between Hungary to the south and Slovakia to the north. Step ashore in Bratislava and explore its old town on a walking tour with your Local Specialist. See the historic town hall, pass through Michael’s Gate and admire St. Martin’s Cathedral. Alternatively, step back in time on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, uncovering life under Communism with stories of escapes, Soviet rule and the Velvet Revolution. Looking to stretch your legs? Join an Optional Experience hike up to Bratislava Castle for sweeping Danube views. As you cruise through the evening, you’ll pass by the southern foothills of the Little Carpathian Mountains and cross the border to enjoy views of the plains of Lower Austria.


Itinerary Days 4 - 6

Day 4

  • Culture and Architecture in Vienna

  • Welcome to Vienna, the former capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Get to know this buzzing city with a drive along the Ringstraße and a guided walk through the old town, where Vienna’s grand architecture and imperial history come to life. Then, explore further with a choice between two experiences, enjoying sweet delights or diving into the life of Mozart. Settle into a traditional coffee house and indulge in a slice of Sachertorte, experiencing Vienna’s famous cafe culture. Or, step into the world of Mozart with an immersive journey back to the 18th century, discovering the places that shaped his life and music. This afternoon, choose between two Optional Experiences. You could visit Schönbrunn Palace, the opulent summer home of the Habsburgs, or take a foodie walking tour, tasting strudels, schnitzels, and other Viennese favorites. After a day of discovery, why not end the evening with an optional classical concert featuring the music of Mozart and Strauss?


Day 5

  • Cruise the Wachau Valley

  • Cruise through the Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-listed gem known for its vineyards and medieval castles. In Spitz, join your Local Specialist for a walking tour, exploring the charm of this historic riverside town, famous for their apricots. For lunch, join the Saahs family for a Be My Guest experience at Weingut Nikolaihof, Austria’s oldest winery, where you’ll enjoy homemade specialties made with organic produce straight from their gardens. Continue your cruise through the Wachau Valley, passing by the historic Melk Abbey as your ship navigates overnight into Upper Austria.


Day 6

  • See Historic Linz

  • Explore Linz with your Local Specialist, strolling through its historic center and discovering the city’s rich past. Alternatively, join an optional tour to Salzburg, Mozart’s birthplace and the setting for The Sound of Music. Or, if you love medieval charm, opt for an optional visit to Český Krumlov, a fairytale town with winding streets and a stunning castle. Overnight you’ll cruise through the hills of Upper Austria.


Itinerary Days 7 - 8

Day 7

  • Cross the Upper Austrian Hills into Passau


Day 8

  • Farewell Passau

  • This morning, disembark the Trafalgar Reverie and bid farewell to the captain and crew, taking with you unforgettable memories of your journey along the Danube.


Ship Facts: Trafalgar Reverie

Step Aboard Trafalgar Reverie

  • Trafalgar Reverie carries an average of 128 guests and has one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios in river cruising. Every stateroom offers river views, and the ship’s warm, thoughtfully curated design makes it truly one of a kind. Unwind in the lounge or on the sundeck as the beauty of the River Danube unfolds before you.

  • Year Built: 2001

  • Year Refurbished: 2010

  • Double Occupancy Capacity: 128

  • Number of Decks: 3

  • Number of Crew: 39

  • Total number of staterooms: 64

  • Country of Registry: Switzerland

  • Onboard Trafalgar Reverie, every stateroom offers river views. Relax in the lounge, socialize at the bar or unwind on the sundeck. You’ll also enjoy live entertainment and activities, from regional performances to in-house baking demonstrations. Stay active at the onboard gym, enjoy yoga sessions, Nordic walks, and complimentary bicycles for onshore exploration.

  • Games room

  • Fitness Centre

  • Yoga sessions

  • Bars/Lounges

  • Sound system with curated playlists

  • Live entertainment with regional performances

  • Baking demonstrations

  • Wheelhouse visit or Nautical Talk hosted by the Captain (Sailing schedule allowing)


 

Available Dates & Prices

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4/18/26 - 10/17/267From
US $ 2,799*
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4/18/26 - 10/17/26

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US $ 2,799*

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