Itinerary

Day 1 Sep 16, 2027 Budapest On one bank of the Danube is hilly Buda with its Fisherman’s Bastion and Castle Hill; on the other, there’s flat Pest with its House of Parliament. These two beautiful districts couldn’t be more different. Perhaps that’s why it took until 1873 for the two cities on opposite sides of the river to merge and form Budapest. Right from the start, the landmark of this new metropolis was Buda Castle, a monumental structure that rises high above Budapest and provides mesmerising views across the city. In terms of monumental grandeur, the House of Parliament is certainly on a par with Buda Castle. Erected to mark the millennium celebrations of 1896, this gigantic building was completed in just 22 years. Considering it is 96 metres high, 268 metres long and 118 meters wide, with a total of 691 rooms, that’s an incredible achievement. Budapest is a place where you keep coming across echoes from days gone by. There are traces of Ottoman rule, the extravagant Habsburg era and Soviet socialism – different cultural influences that have combined to create a vibrant, lively city that’s a must-see destination. Budapest Budapest port guide Search cruises visiting Budapest

Day 3 Sep 18, 2027 Bratislava Arrives 13:00 Slovakia’s capital is situated exactly at the point where the country meets Austria and Hungary. This makes it the only capital city in the world that borders more than one neighbouring country. Due to its location, Bratislava has been an ethnic melting pot since ancient times. This influence can be seen in every corner of the city. Cultures meet and merge together. The streets of the old town – lined with well-preserved baroque and rococo city palaces – are filled with the sound of people speaking different languages. And it almost seems as though the music of the Habsburg era still echoes through the city. Bratislava Bratislava port guide Search cruises visiting Bratislava

Bratislava photo — Day 3 Sep 18, 2027 Bratislava Arrives 13:00 Slovakia’s capital is situated exactly at the point where the country meets Austria and Hungary. This makes it the only capital city in the world that borders more than one neighbouring country. Due to its location, Bratislava has been an ethnic melting pot since ancient times. This influence can be seen in every corner of the city. Cultures meet and merge together. The streets of the old town – lined with well-preserved baroque and rococo city palaces – are filled with the sound of people speaking different languages. And it almost seems as though the music of the Habsburg era still echoes through the city. Bratislava Bratislava port guide Search cruises visiting Bratislava

Day 4 Sep 19, 2027 Vienna, Austria Arrives 17:30 The Viennese have a special aura about them. They come across as a bit arrogant, but underneath it all they’re warm-hearted. You could say the same about the city itself. Once you’ve been there a few hours and settled in, you won’t want to leave again anytime soon. There are all those cafes to visit, where the traditional Viennese coffee-house culture is still very much alive and well. The city’s history, with its emperors, Elisabeth of Austria and the ostentatious Habsburgs, adds to its fascination. Then there’s the music of the First Viennese School – this city brought out the best in its composers, making its own special contribution to great masterpieces. What’s more, the Austrian capital also produces excellent cuisine. It’s no coincidence that the city’s famous Wiener schnitzel and Sachertorte became popular all around the world. Vienna, Austria Vienna, Austria port guide Search cruises visiting Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria photo — Day 4 Sep 19, 2027 Vienna, Austria Arrives 17:30 The Viennese have a special aura about them. They come across as a bit arrogant, but underneath it all they’re warm-hearted. You could say the same about the city itself. Once you’ve been there a few hours and settled in, you won’t want to leave again anytime soon. There are all those cafes to visit, where the traditional Viennese coffee-house culture is still very much alive and well. The city’s history, with its emperors, Elisabeth of Austria and the ostentatious Habsburgs, adds to its fascination. Then there’s the music of the First Viennese School – this city brought out the best in its composers, making its own special contribution to great masterpieces. What’s more, the Austrian capital also produces excellent cuisine. It’s no coincidence that the city’s famous Wiener schnitzel and Sachertorte became popular all around the world. Vienna, Austria Vienna, Austria port guide Search cruises visiting Vienna, Austria

Day 6 Sep 21, 2027 Melk 11:00 – 17:00 6.0 hrs ashore Melk has acquired a nice name: The gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic city on the Danube will see Melk Abbey very early on, towering high above the river. This is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is well worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive baroque ensemble has been looked after by the monks of the Benedictine order since 1089. Culture, faith and science come together in the splendid rooms of the monastery. Melk Melk port guide Search cruises visiting Melk

Melk photo — Day 6 Sep 21, 2027 Melk 11:00 – 17:00 6.0 hrs ashore Melk has acquired a nice name: The gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic city on the Danube will see Melk Abbey very early on, towering high above the river. This is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is well worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive baroque ensemble has been looked after by the monks of the Benedictine order since 1089. Culture, faith and science come together in the splendid rooms of the monastery. Melk Melk port guide Search cruises visiting Melk

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 108-day span: $5,448 · range $5,448–$8,713

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

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Oceanview

from $5,598

$799 / night

Fare rows

River View

Cabin grade

Available

from $5,598

$799 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

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Suite

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Price history

30 days

We've tracked this sailing's fares every day for the past 108 days. Here's what each cabin type has cost.

Price history by cabin type
Cabin	Current	Lowest	Highest
Oceanview	$5,599	$5,449 · May 9	$5,599 · Aug 24
Balcony	$7,699	$6,199 · May 9	$8,713 · Aug 20

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview $5,599 RA River View $5,598

Balcony

Lowest Balcony $7,699 BB Balcony FA Infinite Balcony FB Infinite Balcony

Lines step when the price changed; a gap means sold out or no public fare that day. Plot up to 6 at once.

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Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
Balcony	BA	Balcony
Balcony	BB	Balcony
Balcony Guarantee	BX	Balcony
Infinite Balcony	FA	Balcony
Infinite Balcony	FB	Balcony
River View	RA	Oceanview
River View	RB	Oceanview
River View Guarantee	RX	Oceanview
Vista Balcony Suite	SA	Suite
Vista Balcony Suite	SB	Suite
Skylight Infinite Balcony Suite	SF	Suite
Suite Guarantee	SX	Suite

Ship

Your ship Celebrity Compass 5★ Celebrity Compass redefines what a river ship can be, with spacious interiors, open-air lounges, and the first-ever Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites. Designed for flow and flexibility, every space invites you to stretch out, slow down, and take in the river from a closer, more personal perspective. With fewer guests, smarter technology, and a modern silhouette made for the waterways of Europe, this is where innovation becomes experience. Celebrity Compass Celebrity Compass ship guide Search cruises on Celebrity Compass

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