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Hungarian Rhapsody: Vienna - Budapest - Pécs - Vienna


River Cruise on the Danube from Vienna to Pécs – including 4 x full board, 3 x evenings of entertainment in the onboard theater, and much more on the 4****Sup. MS Primadonna

©  Stefanie Grill / Donau Touristik GMBH
2025
Attention, history enthusiasts!
Overview
Authentic Donau Touristik

Pécs is considered one of Hungary’s most significant cities alongside Budapest. In preparation for next year’s “500 Years of Shared History” jubilee, it’s time to get to know our neighboring country better. Already in 2024, Hungary ranks as the third most popular travel destination for Austrians after Italy and Germany, ahead of Spain, Croatia, and Greece – offering travelers a purchasing power advantage of +41 %.

Dates and availability 2025

Low Season

Sunday, April 27 to Thursday, May 1 (OD, HD, HDA)

Sunday, October 12 to Thursday, October 16 (PD, OD, HD, HDA)

High Season

Wednesday, April 23 to Sunday, April 27 (PD, OD, HD, HDA)

Sunday, October 19 to Thursday, October 23 (PD, OD, HD, HDA)

PD = promenade deck | OD = upper deck | HD = main deck | HDA = main deck-ASTERN

Route
Day 1, Vienna

Individual arrival in Vienna-Nussdorf and embarkation starting at 4:00 PM. At 4:30 PM, we set sail past the Danube-Auen National Park and through the Hungarian Gate toward Budapest. In the evening, enjoy a welcome show by the crew.

Day 2, Budapest

Optional: Morning city tour (3 hours). In the afternoon, explore the Hungarian capital at your own pace.

Day 3, Mohács/Pécs and Baja

Optional: Visit the historic site of Mohács (1526) and then continue to nearby Pécs (45-minute bus ride) for a city tour. In the afternoon, enjoy an individual visit to the baroque town of Baja, featuring the Türr Monument, Town Hall Tower, charming old town, and much more.

Day 4, Esztergom/Komárom

Arrival in Esztergom at 9:30 AM. Cruise through the Danube Bend with Visegrád. Optional: Guided tour of the Basilica, also known as the "Mother of the Hungarian Church." During lunch, we depart for Komárom to visit the imposing Habsburg fortress. At 7:00 PM, we head back toward Vienna.

Day 5, Vienna

Disembarkation in Vienna-Nussdorf by 10:30 AM and individual journey home.
Program changes may occur at any time (even at short notice) for your safety at the discretion of the captain, including due to high water, low water, or other acts of **God**. Arrival times are subject to lock waiting times and normal water levels.

Tour Map
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Prices & Services
Price per person
  • Two bed bunk bed | full board - main deck - ecco - 5 days
    • 23.04.2025, 19.10.2025 | High Season
      € 525,- Arrival Mi, So
  • Two bed bunk bed | full board - main deck - ecco - 5 days
    • 27.04.2025, 12.10.2025 | High Season
      € 499,- Arrival So
  • Two bed | full board - main deck - 5 days
    • 23.04.2025, 19.10.2025 | High Season
      € 640,- Arrival Mi, So
  • Two bed | full board - main deck - 5 days
    • 27.04.2025, 12.10.2025 | High Season
      € 595,- Arrival So
  • Two bed | full board - upper deck - 5 days
    • 23.04.2025, 19.10.2025 | High Season
      € 950,- Arrival Mi, So
  • Two bed | full board - upper deck - 5 days
    • 27.04.2025, 12.10.2025 | High Season
      € 905,- Arrival So
  • Two bed | full board - Promenade deck - 5 days
    • 23.04.2025, 19.10.2025 | High Season
      € 1.020,- Arrival Mi, So
  • Two bed | full board - Promenade deck - 5 days
    • 27.04.2025, 12.10.2025 | High Season
      € 955,- Arrival So
Services
  • River cruise with 4 nights full board, including port fees, in the booked double cabin (shower/WC/TV/telephone/safe/minibar/adjustable air conditioning)
  • 1 x hydrojet waterbed muscle massage (approximately 15 minutes) per main deck cabin
  • 3 entertainment evenings in the onboard theater, with discussions and insights into key phases of Hungarian history
  • Guided tour of Komárom Fortress
  • On April 27 and October 12 departures, accompanied by Chief Tour Leader Prof. Emeritus Dr. Roman Sandgruber
Single occupancy surcharges in double cabins on base price

Main Deck „ASTERN" and Main Deck + 50 % surcharge
Upper and Promenade Deck
+ 75 % surcharge

Excursion Package (pre-booking only) + €112*
  • City tour of Budapest
  • Excursion to Pécs
  • Cathedral tour in Esztergom

*Minimum participants: 20 people
Please book additional services, such as the excursion package, at the same time. Some excursions can also be booked individually based on availability and prices displayed onboard (e.g., city tour of Budapest approximately € 55).

Best-Price-Guarantee

If you have a cheaper offer for bike tours, bike and boat tours or cruises with the same services or dates at the time of booking, please send us a copy of the offer by e-mail. If you book at Donau Touristik, you will receive the best price.

You can find the details here.

Discounts
  • Online discount
    • € 10,- Online discount on arrival Mi, So from 01.04. - 30.10.2025
  • Children
    • 100 % children up to 5,9 years in double cabin main or upper deck with extra bed with at least 2 full-paying guests (max. 2 children) on arrival Mi, So from 01.04. - 31.10.2025
    • 25 % 2 children up to 15 years in extra cabin next to parents on main deck on arrival Mi, So from 01.04. - 31.10.2025
  • Reduced price for 3-/4 bed occupancy with 2 full-paying guests
    • only € 35.- per night for the 3rd or 4th person on arrival Mi, So from 01.04. - 31.10.2025
    • on arrival Mi, So from 01.04. - 31.10.2025
Information
Place of interest
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    Pecs

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    Budapest

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    Vienna

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    Esztergom

    Esztergom is one of the oldest cities in northern Hungary, situated on the Danube bend, 50 kilometres from Budapest. The…

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