Cruise Plus & Scenic Riviercruise - 2022

54 Scenic°

Tastes of Imperial Europe

Bratislava, Slovakia

Perched along the Danube, immerse yourself in medieval towns filled with Baroque palaces, fairytale castles, and Imperial treasures. Begin your exploration in the gorgeous city of Vienna. Having played host to creative and intellectual geniuses like Mozart, Sigmund Freud and Beethoven, the city oozes culture and creativity, from the 17th century Vienna State Opera to the Viennese coffee-house culture. In Bratislava, get an exclusive insight into the lives of the locals and continue on to explore one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Budapest. Explore its famous landmarks and castles, and wrap it up with an unforgettable classical concert inside the glorious Gödöllõ Royal Palace.

Day 1 UK > Vienna Fly fromone of up to 9 UK regional airports,where you’ll be transferred to your Scenic Space-Ship. At tonight’s welcome reception, raise your glass to the wonderful cruise ahead. Meals:D Day 2 Vienna f Freechoice: Tour the city and take in the highlights such as the State Opera, one of the most iconic opera houses in the world, the City Park with its famous gilded bronze monument of Johann Strauss and St. Stephens Cathedral. Or, be guided through the opulent rooms of Schönbrunn Palace, the primary summer residence of the Habsburg family that ruled Austria for nearly 650 years. Alternatively, learn about the history and significance of Viennese coffee culture during a guided tour. This afternoon, you’ll have time to explore thismagical city further. Meals:B.L.D

Day 3 Bratislava f Freechoice: Explore Bratislava with a

knowledgeable local guide and discover all that this majestic city has to offer. Or, visit the home of a local family to gain an insight into the everyday lives of Slovaks, while enjoying delicious coffee and cake. Alternatively, journey behind the iron curtain and discover Bratislava’s communist-era history during a guided tour. Learn how this controversial regime directly impacted the daily lives of the Slovak people. This afternoon, enjoy the amenities of your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship. Perhaps relax on the Sun Deck with a drink in hand and enjoy the scenery as you cruise past charming riverside villages, or take the opportunity to pamper yourself in the on boardWellness Centre. Meals:B.L.D Day 4 Budapest fe Freechoice: Join a guided tour through one of themost beautiful cities in Europe, crossing the iconic Chain Bridge which spans the Danube, linking Buda and Pest and guarded by two lion sculptures at each end.

5 Day Cruise

Vienna > Budapest

Monument of Johann Strauss, Vienna