River Danube Cruise from Budapest to Bucharest and the Black Sea

Save £500pp PLUS free private door-to-door transfers on 2019 dates! Private door-to-door transfers are within a 75 mile radius. Book by 15 Aug 2018. Enjoy a further £125pp discount if the balance is paid in full by 31 Oct 2018 (prices shown do not include further £125pp discount).

Sail from Budapest along the spectacular River Danube, through the dramatic Iron Gates and on to the legendary Black Sea.

Discover local culture with superb included shore excursions including a Hungarian Putza horse show and a home-cooked lunch with a local Croatian family. Architectural highlights include the Fortress Kalemegdan and Tito's Memorial in Belgrade, and there is the chance to discover the historical past of Veliko Tarnovo.

From Silistra, perhaps take an excursion to Varna on the Black Sea coast or visit a local village and primary school, before enjoying an overnight hotel stay in Bucharest, with guided tours around the city.

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Day 1 : UK - Budapest (Hungary)

Fly from Manchester or Leeds-Bradford to Budapest. A representative will transfer you to your luxury ship. Tonight enjoy a welcome reception. (D)

Day 2 : Kalocsa

Cruise to the Baroque town of Kalocsa which is renowned for its paprika production. Visit a Pustza horse farm to witness a traditional Hungarian horse show. (B,L,D)

Day 3 : Osijek (Croatia) - Vukovar

Today enjoy a guided walking tour of Osijek or join a guided bike ride through Osijek's countryside. As a special Scenic guest, you will sample a home-cooked traditional lunch in the home of a local Croatian family. (B,L,D)

Day 4 : Belgrade (Serbia)

Join the guided tour of Serbia's capital city, Belgrade, home to St Sava Church, Tito's Memorial and Fortress Kalemegdan. Alternatively try a guided bike ride along the Danube or join a local guide for a walking tour of the city. There is also the chance to go shopping around the local market with a Chef. This evening is your Scenic Sundowner experience. (B,L,D)

Day 5 : Iron Gates

Cruise through the spectacular scenery of the Iron Gates, a narrow gorge which separates the Carpathian and Balkan Mountains and forms a natural border between Serbia and Romania. (B,L,D)

Day 6 : Svistov (Bulgaria) - Rousse

From Svistov travel to the historic city of Veliko Tarnovo which was the capital of Bulgaria in the 14th century, then visit the UNESCO World Heritage village of Arbanassi. Alternatively stay on board and enjoy sailing towards the Bulgarian town of Rousse for a guided tour of this fascinating city. (B,L,D)

Day 7 : Silistra (Romania)

Today visit the coastal city of Varna, enjoy an active walking tour of Silistra Fort or visit a local village and primary school to learn about life in Bulgaria. (B,L,D)

Day 8 : Bucharest (Romania)

This morning disembark ship and travel to Bucharest for an overnight hotel stay. See the French Baroque-style palaces, medieval churches and enjoy a visit to the Palace of the Parliament, the largest building in Europe. Alternatively, join the guided tour of the Village Open Air Museum.(B)

Day 9 : Bucharest

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. (B)

The Captain reserves the right to alter the itinerary to suit wind and weather conditions.

Price Includes

7-night all inclusive cruise on a Scenic ship
1-night hotel stay at the Athenee Palace Hilton hotel or similar with breakfast only
Flights from Manchester or Leeds-Bradford to Budapest and return from Bucharest
Transfers to and from airport and ship
Unlimited beverages on board, including fine wine, beer, spirits, soft drinks, specialty coffee, tea and bottled water (Selected premium beverages not included)
Personal butler service with all cabins
All tipping and gratuities
Included shore excursions (as mentioned in itinerary)
Captain's Welcome and Farewell dinners
On board entertainment and insightful lectures
Complimentary Wi-Fi
All port charges, airport taxes, security charges and UK Air Passenger Duty

Special Features

Up to 13 Scenic FreeChoice options
Scenic Enrich: Visit the home of a local family in Osijek for a traditional meal
Scenic Sundowner experience in Belgrade
Opportunities to explore independently with your Scenic Tailormade device

2019 Departures

Budapest to Bucharest

Ship: Scenic Crystal	Our Price From
May 22	£3295

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing

Bucharest to Budapest

Ship: Scenic Amber	Our Price From
Oct 02	£2995

Ship: Scenic Crystal	Our Price From
Apr 16	£2995
May 28	£3295

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing

Price Information

Prices shown are per person based on two people sharing a Cat E Standard Suite. Regional flight supplement may apply.
Cabin Upgrade Supplements:
CAT D: £125pp
CAT C: £645pp
CAT BA/BB/BD/BJ: £795pp/ £895pp/ £1145pp/ £1445pp
CAT A: £895pp
CAT PA/PP/PD: £945pp/ £1045pp / £1295pp
CAT RJ/RA/R/RS/RR: £1795pp/ £2095pp / £2195pp/ £2295pp / £2495pp
Some categories are not available on certain ships