Itinerary

Day 1 Sep 22, 2026 Budapest Departs 18:00 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 2 Sep 23, 2026 Bratislava 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 2 Sep 23, 2026 Bratislava 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 3 Sep 24, 2026 Vienna, Austria 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 3 Sep 24, 2026 Vienna, Austria 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 5 Sep 26, 2026 Melk 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 5 Sep 26, 2026 Melk 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

Day 5 Sep 26, 2026 Passau (Munich) Passau is known as a three-river city and is the first port on the Danube that is navigable by cruise ships. From here the big tours via Vienna, Bratislava and down to the Black Sea start. But the city itself also has a lot to offer, such as the opera house, the Ilz, a small river that is great for hiking, or St. Stephen's Cathedral and the old town hall. A visit to the Passau Glass Museum is particularly recommended, if you want to turn your back on the city, you can go to the Mariahilf pilgrimage church just outside. Passau (Munich) Passau (Munich) port guide Search cruises visiting Passau (Munich)

Passau (Munich) photo — Day 5 Sep 26, 2026 Passau (Munich) Passau is known as a three-river city and is the first port on the Danube that is navigable by cruise ships. From here the big tours via Vienna, Bratislava and down to the Black Sea start. But the city itself also has a lot to offer, such as the opera house, the Ilz, a small river that is great for hiking, or St. Stephen's Cathedral and the old town hall. A visit to the Passau Glass Museum is particularly recommended, if you want to turn your back on the city, you can go to the Mariahilf pilgrimage church just outside. Passau (Munich) Passau (Munich) port guide Search cruises visiting Passau (Munich)

Pricing

Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 24-day span: $2,181 · range $2,181–$2,181

Current prices

Per person · 2 guests · incl. taxes & fees

Inside

Not available

Oceanview

from $2,181

$436 / night

Fare rows

MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT C

Cabin grade

Available

from $2,181

$436 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B

Cabin grade

Available

from $2,250

$450 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A

Cabin grade

Available

from $2,362

$472 / night

per person · incl. taxes & fees

Balcony

Not available

Suite

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Prices verified Aug 24, 2026

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Price history

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We've tracked this sailing's fares every day for the past 25 days. Here's what each cabin type has cost.

Price history by cabin type
Cabin	Current	Lowest	Highest
Oceanview	$2,181	$2,181 · Jul 31	$2,181 · Jul 31

Lowest and highest fares we've recorded for each cabin type · verified 3 hours ago.

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Cabin grades

Oceanview

Lowest Oceanview $2,181 A_GLS_PP MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A $2,362 B_GLS_PP MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B $2,250 C_GLS_PP MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT C $2,181

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Cabin grades and pricing
Name	Supplier code	Type
MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A	A_GLS_PP	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A	A_GLS_PS	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 1 SINGLE BED CAT A	A_SGL_PS	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B	B_GLS_PP	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B	B_GLS_PS	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 1 LARGE BED-PRM CAT B	B_PMR_PS	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 1 SINGLE BED CAT B	B_SGL_PS	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 3 BEDS SUITE CAT B	B_SU3_PS	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 1 QUEEN BED SUITE CAT B	B_SUI_PP	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT C	C_GLS_PP	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 1 SINGLE BED CAT C	C_SGL_PP	Oceanview

Ship

Your ship MS Douce France 3★ **160** guests Built **2017** Completely renovated. in 2017 according to the new standards of the company, this boat was restructured in order to offer much more spacious cabins with large bay windows on the upper deck. The soft and feminine decoration mixes shades of pink with aubergine and anise colors in the common areas. The cabins evoke a marine atmosphere. Located on the upper deck, the lounge / bar (forward) and the restaurant (aft) are panoramic with their large bay windows and balconies on the balcony. the French. The cabins are spread over two decks: on the upper deck, they have large bay windows with a French balcony; on the main deck, they have large windows. Do not hesitate to go to the sun deck to relax! It is laid out with armchairs and deckchairs to allow you to relax while enjoying a panoramic view of the landscapes. MS Douce France MS Douce France ship guide Search cruises on MS Douce France

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