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Danube river sailing

City days on both sides of the sailing

Submitted by The Early Ferry
Use this itinerary

Route and nights

  1. Passau2 nights
  2. On board7 nights
  3. Budapest2 nights

Trip format: Cruise + land · Cabin on board plus gateway hotel

Tradeoff: A route shape for design. Confirm ship, actual ports, order, tendering, land transfers and connection timing with the operator before booking.

Compare: Cruise, port transfer and separate land transport

Trip stats

Trip days
12
Nights
11
Home Bases
2
Scheduled entries
59

Days by place

Passau
3
Budapest
3
Linz
1
Melk
1
Vienna
1
Bratislava
1

Hotels and other stays

Hotel Residenz Passau
2 nights
Hotel Moments Budapest
2 nights

Overnight transport

On board
7 nights

Schedule by type

Activity
56
Meal
3

Day-by-day agenda

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Day 1 Passau
  1. to · Activity Check in or drop off your bags Hotel Residenz Passau
  2. to · Activity Confirm your embarkation terminal and take a short local walk Passau

    Treat this outing as optional if you arrive late.

  3. to · Activity Dinner near your hotel Passau
Hotel Residenz PassauPassau
Day 2 Passau
  1. to · Activity Breakfast near your hotel Passau
  2. to · Activity Walk the old town near the meeting of the rivers Passau

    Check access around services and local river conditions.

    Official information
  3. to · Activity Lunch near the historic center Passau
  4. to · Activity Walk around St Stephen’s Cathedral or choose a short waterfront route Passau
  5. to · Activity Dinner near your hotel Passau
Hotel Residenz PassauPassau
Day 3 Passau
  1. to · Activity Use the cruise line’s confirmed terminal and assigned boarding window Passau

    This is a planning outline. Verify the actual terminal, your luggage rules, ground transfer, and final check-in deadline. Move or remove every sample block that conflicts.

  2. to · Activity Sample breakfast before checking out Passau
  3. to · Activity Sample hotel checkout and document check Hotel Residenz Passau

    Move this block to suit the assigned embarkation window.

  4. to · Activity Once aboard, locate your cabin and follow the ship’s safety instructions On board

    This block is illustrative. Follow the crew’s actual instructions and muster timing.

  5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

    Check the ship’s meal program after boarding.

OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 4 Sea day
  1. to · Activity Use the ship’s clock for the sample onboard schedule On board

    The ship may change clocks during the sailing. Use onboard announcements for time and program updates.

  2. to · Activity Sample breakfast aboard On board
  3. to · Activity Review upcoming ports and confirm any reservations that still need action On board
  4. to · Activity Sample lunch aboard On board
  5. to · Activity Choose an onboard orientation or quiet deck break On board
  6. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board
OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 5 Linz
  1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Linz

    Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

  2. to · Activity Choose an open city arts exhibition or walk the public Danube waterfront Linz

    Check the exhibition and actual berth or transfer.

    Official information
  3. to · Activity Lunch near the center Linz

    Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

  4. to · Activity Walk Hauptplatz and add a nearby gallery only if time permits Linz

    This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

  5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

    Use the ship’s actual program.

OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 6 Melk
  1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Melk

    Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

  2. to · Activity Visit Melk Abbey if the confirmed visitor slot fits Melk

    Check stairs, access, and walking time from the actual berth.

    Official information
  3. to · Activity Lunch near the town center Melk

    Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

  4. to · Activity Walk a short public route for Wachau views before returning Melk

    This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

  5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

    Use the ship’s actual program.

OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 7 Vienna
  1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Vienna

    Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

  2. to · Activity Choose one composer-related site with confirmed admission or walk past public music venues Vienna

    Check travel from the river berth and do not assume an evening concert fits.

    Official information
  3. to · Activity Lunch near the selected city route Vienna

    Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

  4. to · Activity Use a confirmed short performance only if it fits the sailing or take a short architecture walk Vienna

    This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

  5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

    Use the ship’s actual program.

OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 8 Bratislava
  1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Bratislava

    Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

  2. to · Activity Walk the Old Town and public streets toward the Danube Bratislava

    Allow time for hills and keep the castle optional.

    Official information
  3. to · Activity Lunch near the historic center Bratislava

    Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

  4. to · Activity Choose a short riverside loop or a public castle viewpoint if timing fits Bratislava

    This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

  5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

    Use the ship’s actual program.

OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 9 Sea day
  1. to · Activity Use the ship’s clock for the sample onboard schedule On board

    The ship may change clocks during the sailing. Use onboard announcements for time and program updates.

  2. to · Activity Sample breakfast aboard On board
  3. to · Activity Check the ship program and choose one onboard activity if available On board
  4. to · Activity Sample lunch aboard On board
  5. to · Activity Review the next port’s actual access and return instructions On board
  6. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board
OvernightOn boardOn board
Day 10 Budapest
  1. to · Activity Use the cruise line’s actual disembarkation instructions Budapest

    Verify your assigned exit process, berth, luggage pickup, and ground transfer. Treat the rest of this day as flexible.

  2. to · Activity Sample breakfast aboard if the ship allows On board
  3. to · Activity Sample lunch after you reach your land base Budapest

    Move or skip this if disembarkation or ground travel runs long.

  4. to · Activity Sample hotel check-in or bag drop Hotel Moments Budapest

    Confirm actual bag-drop or check-in times with the hotel.

  5. to · Activity Take a short walk near your hotel if you have the time Budapest
  6. to · Activity Sample dinner near the hotel Budapest
Hotel Moments BudapestBudapest
Day 11 Budapest
  1. to · Meal Breakfast near your hotel Andrássy Avenue, Budapest
  2. to · Activity Walk a public Margaret Island loop Margaret Island, Budapest
  3. to · Meal Lunch near the bridge or bring a picnic Margaret Island, Budapest
  4. to · Activity Follow a shorter waterfront path or return to the city for coffee Margaret Island, Budapest
  5. to · Meal Dinner near your hotel Andrássy Avenue, Budapest
Hotel Moments BudapestBudapest
Day 12 Budapest
  1. to · Activity Breakfast near your hotel Budapest
  2. to · Activity Check out and collect your bags Hotel Moments Budapest
  3. to · Activity Optional short walk near your hotel Budapest

    Skip this if you need the time for departure.

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Suggested schedule · All times are local. Check hours and availability for your dates.

  1. Day 1

    Passau

    Europe/Berlin Open map for Passau
    1. to · Activity Check in or drop off your bags Hotel Residenz Passau
    2. to · Activity Confirm your embarkation terminal and take a short local walk Passau

      Treat this outing as optional if you arrive late.

    3. to · Activity Dinner near your hotel Passau
    Hotel Residenz PassauPassau
  2. Day 2

    Passau

    Europe/Berlin Open map for Passau
    1. to · Activity Breakfast near your hotel Passau
    2. to · Activity Walk the old town near the meeting of the rivers Passau

      Check access around services and local river conditions.

      Official information
    3. to · Activity Lunch near the historic center Passau
    4. to · Activity Walk around St Stephen’s Cathedral or choose a short waterfront route Passau
    5. to · Activity Dinner near your hotel Passau
    Hotel Residenz PassauPassau
  3. Day 3

    Passau

    Europe/Berlin Open map for Passau
    1. to · Activity Use the cruise line’s confirmed terminal and assigned boarding window Passau

      This is a planning outline. Verify the actual terminal, your luggage rules, ground transfer, and final check-in deadline. Move or remove every sample block that conflicts.

    2. to · Activity Sample breakfast before checking out Passau
    3. to · Activity Sample hotel checkout and document check Hotel Residenz Passau

      Move this block to suit the assigned embarkation window.

    4. to · Activity Once aboard, locate your cabin and follow the ship’s safety instructions On board

      This block is illustrative. Follow the crew’s actual instructions and muster timing.

    5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

      Check the ship’s meal program after boarding.

    OvernightOn boardOn board
  4. Day 4

    Sea day

    Europe/Berlin
    1. to · Activity Use the ship’s clock for the sample onboard schedule On board

      The ship may change clocks during the sailing. Use onboard announcements for time and program updates.

    2. to · Activity Sample breakfast aboard On board
    3. to · Activity Review upcoming ports and confirm any reservations that still need action On board
    4. to · Activity Sample lunch aboard On board
    5. to · Activity Choose an onboard orientation or quiet deck break On board
    6. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board
    OvernightOn boardOn board
  5. Day 5

    Linz

    Europe/Vienna Open map for Linz
    1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Linz

      Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

    2. to · Activity Choose an open city arts exhibition or walk the public Danube waterfront Linz

      Check the exhibition and actual berth or transfer.

      Official information
    3. to · Activity Lunch near the center Linz

      Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

    4. to · Activity Walk Hauptplatz and add a nearby gallery only if time permits Linz

      This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

    5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

      Use the ship’s actual program.

    OvernightOn boardOn board
  6. Day 6

    Melk

    Europe/Vienna Open map for Melk
    1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Melk

      Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

    2. to · Activity Visit Melk Abbey if the confirmed visitor slot fits Melk

      Check stairs, access, and walking time from the actual berth.

      Official information
    3. to · Activity Lunch near the town center Melk

      Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

    4. to · Activity Walk a short public route for Wachau views before returning Melk

      This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

    5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

      Use the ship’s actual program.

    OvernightOn boardOn board
  7. Day 7

    Vienna

    Europe/Vienna Open map for Vienna
    1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Vienna

      Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

    2. to · Activity Choose one composer-related site with confirmed admission or walk past public music venues Vienna

      Check travel from the river berth and do not assume an evening concert fits.

      Official information
    3. to · Activity Lunch near the selected city route Vienna

      Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

    4. to · Activity Use a confirmed short performance only if it fits the sailing or take a short architecture walk Vienna

      This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

    5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

      Use the ship’s actual program.

    OvernightOn boardOn board
  8. Day 8

    Bratislava

    Europe/Bratislava Open map for Bratislava
    1. to · Activity Set your actual shore and return window before choosing these sample stops Bratislava

      Illustrative local time only. Replace these blocks with your sailing’s actual dock or tender access, ship time, last shuttle, and all-aboard deadline. Remove any stop that does not leave the ship’s required return margin.

    2. to · Activity Walk the Old Town and public streets toward the Danube Bratislava

      Allow time for hills and keep the castle optional.

      Official information
    3. to · Activity Lunch near the historic center Bratislava

      Move or skip this block if the confirmed shore window is shorter.

    4. to · Activity Choose a short riverside loop or a public castle viewpoint if timing fits Bratislava

      This is optional. Use your actual return and all-aboard instructions to decide when to leave.

    5. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board

      Use the ship’s actual program.

    OvernightOn boardOn board
  9. Day 9

    Sea day

    Europe/Bratislava
    1. to · Activity Use the ship’s clock for the sample onboard schedule On board

      The ship may change clocks during the sailing. Use onboard announcements for time and program updates.

    2. to · Activity Sample breakfast aboard On board
    3. to · Activity Check the ship program and choose one onboard activity if available On board
    4. to · Activity Sample lunch aboard On board
    5. to · Activity Review the next port’s actual access and return instructions On board
    6. to · Activity Sample dinner aboard On board
    OvernightOn boardOn board
  10. Day 10

    Budapest

    Europe/Budapest Open map for Budapest
    1. to · Activity Use the cruise line’s actual disembarkation instructions Budapest

      Verify your assigned exit process, berth, luggage pickup, and ground transfer. Treat the rest of this day as flexible.

    2. to · Activity Sample breakfast aboard if the ship allows On board
    3. to · Activity Sample lunch after you reach your land base Budapest

      Move or skip this if disembarkation or ground travel runs long.

    4. to · Activity Sample hotel check-in or bag drop Hotel Moments Budapest

      Confirm actual bag-drop or check-in times with the hotel.

    5. to · Activity Take a short walk near your hotel if you have the time Budapest
    6. to · Activity Sample dinner near the hotel Budapest
    Hotel Moments BudapestBudapest
  11. Day 11

    Budapest

    Europe/Budapest Open map for Budapest
    1. to · Meal Breakfast near your hotel Andrássy Avenue, Budapest
    2. to · Activity Walk a public Margaret Island loop Margaret Island, Budapest
    3. to · Meal Lunch near the bridge or bring a picnic Margaret Island, Budapest
    4. to · Activity Follow a shorter waterfront path or return to the city for coffee Margaret Island, Budapest
    5. to · Meal Dinner near your hotel Andrássy Avenue, Budapest
    Hotel Moments BudapestBudapest
  12. Day 12

    Budapest

    Europe/Budapest Open map for Budapest
    1. to · Activity Breakfast near your hotel Budapest
    2. to · Activity Check out and collect your bags Hotel Moments Budapest
    3. to · Activity Optional short walk near your hotel Budapest

      Skip this if you need the time for departure.