Pearls Of The Austro-Hungarian Empire

The Pearls Of The Austro-Hungarian Empire is a 7-night Europe cruise aboard MS Beethoven, operated by CroisiEurope. Departing Vienna, Austria on September 29, 2026, the voyage visits 7 ports.

Length: 7 nights
Departs: Sep 29, 2026
Returns: Oct 6, 2026
Ports of call: 7

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Itinerary

Day 1 Sep 29, 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria photo — Day 1 Sep 29, 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Vienna, Austria

Day 2 Sep 30, 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Melk

Melk photo — Day 2 Sep 30, 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Melk

Day 2 Sep 30, 2026 Durnstein The small town is part of the Lower Austrian cultural landscape of Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by ship have a beautiful view of the two main attractions of Dürnstein: The ruins of the Kuenringerburg towering high above the city, in which Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and the Dürnstein monastery. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian Canons which was closed at the end of the 18th century and is known for its blue and white bell tower. Durnstein port guide Search cruises visiting Durnstein

Durnstein photo — Day 2 Sep 30, 2026 Durnstein The small town is part of the Lower Austrian cultural landscape of Wachau, is located directly on the Danube and is surrounded by vineyards. Those arriving by ship have a beautiful view of the two main attractions of Dürnstein: The ruins of the Kuenringerburg towering high above the city, in which Richard the Lionheart was held for several months in 1192/93, and the Dürnstein monastery. The latter is a monastery of the Augustinian Canons which was closed at the end of the 18th century and is known for its blue and white bell tower. Durnstein port guide Search cruises visiting Durnstein

Day 3 Oct 1, 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Bratislava

Bratislava photo — Day 3 Oct 1, 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Bratislava

Day 5 Oct 3, 2026 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 port guide Search cruises visiting Budapest

Day 6 Oct 4, 2026 Esztergom, Hungary This former royal seat is the cradle of the Hungarian nation – and a very attractive one at that. The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption and Saint Adalbert, a neoclassical basilica that stands high above the city, is particularly worth visiting. Esztergom can look back on a long history. Celts settled on the prominent Várhegy (Castle Hill) back in 150 BCE. The Romans also built a settlement there after conquering the region. At one point, the city was part of the Ottoman Empire, whose rulers also recognised the value of its strategic location right on the Danube. All of these influences are still apparent in Esztergom today – and they are what makes it so special.

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Lowest fare we've tracked over the observed 74-day span: $2,556 · range $2,556–$2,556

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Name	Supplier code	Type
INTERMEDIATE DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A	A_GLS_P2	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A	A_GLS_PP	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT A	A_GLS_PS	Oceanview
INTERMEDIATE DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B	B_GLS_P2	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B	B_GLS_PP	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT B	B_GLS_PS	Oceanview
INTERMEDIATE DECK 1 LARGE BED-PRM CAT B	B_PMR_P2	Oceanview
INTERMEDIATE DECK 1 QUEEN BED CAT C	C_DBL_P2	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 1 QUEEN BED CAT C	C_DBL_PP	Oceanview
UPPER DECK 1 QUEEN BED CAT C	C_DBL_PS	Oceanview
INTERMEDIATE DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT C	C_GLS_P2	Oceanview
MAIN DECK 2 SEPARABLE BEDS CAT C	C_GLS_PP	Oceanview

Ship

Your ship MS Beethoven 3★ **180** guests Built **2004** Baptized in honor of the famous German virtuoso, the Beethoven sails on the Rhine and on the Danube. It takes cruise passengers to the meeting of the many wonders offered by these two romantic rivers par excellence. Completely refurbished in 2010, the MS Beethoven is a 4-anchor boat. human dimension, measuring 110 meters long and 11 meters wide. It can accommodate 180 passengers, in 90 cabins arranged on three decks. Each of them, with an area varying from 11.50 to 1000 square feet. 13 m2, has all the amenities and offers the best living conditions. The decoration is neat and its atmosphere, both elegant and friendly, is in perfect harmony with its environment. Located at main deck level, the restaurant, where are served all meals during the trip, offers delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where; large bay windows allow you to take full advantage of the panorama. On the middle deck is the lounge bar with a dance floor, while a piano bar welcomes cruise passengers on the upper deck, in an intimate and soothing atmosphere. On the sun deck, an ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, passengers can have comfortable deckchairs, as well as a large shaded area. MS Beethoven ship guide Search cruises on MS Beethoven

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