Postcards From My Danube River Cruise

Budapest at Night

​     Home to fabled castles, quaint local villages, and iconic capital cities, the Danube River welcomes those who are eager to discover or rediscover Europe’s treasured destinations. Each day on the Danube offers a new opportunity to discover your next favorite hidden gem.  From small towns to scenic beauty, there’s a reason this is Europe’s most popular river.
     Did you know: The Danube is the only major European river to flow from west to east? Coursing from Germany through Eastern Europe and into the Black Sea, it passes some of Europe’s oldest and most beautiful cities.  The Danube is not only Europe's second-longest river it's also the scene of 2000 years of history. Venture to some of the most significant cities of Central Europe
     There's no end to the majestic views along the Danube River.  Charming small towns, scenic landscapes and exciting cities. As you venture from Nuremberg towards Bucharest, the river will take you from one spectacular city to the next, a myriad of opportunities for adventure at every stop. Take a look at some of my favorite memories.

Vienna
Tour the Austrian capital of Vienna. Ride along the Ringstrasse, which replaced the city walls in the mid-19th century. See some of the city’s baroque architecture, including the world-famous Opera House, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and astound at the lavish decadence of Vienna's magnificent Hofburg Palace. Take a tour to Schönbrunn Palace, the “Versailles of Vienna,” erected in 1778 and graced by a number of formal gardens, Grecian statuary, the world’s oldest zoo and Roman ruins. Enjoy a classical concert.

Vienna Austria Sculpture

Budapest
An undoubted highlight of any Danube river cruise is visiting the Hungarian capital, Budapest. Straddling the river, many of the city's foremost sites are located within a stone's throw of the enigmatic river's banks, including the Fisherman's Bastion, complete with a statue of the nation's first king, St Stephen. Explore this incredible city rich in both culture and beauty.  Enjoy a guided city tour which showcases the capital city's architectural wonders or set out on a guided hike to Buda Hill for some breathtaking views of the waterway below.

Fishermans Bastion Budapest

Melk
On a rocky cliff that overlooks the Danube sits one of the largest Monasteries in Europe with an unparalleled library that dates back to the 15th century. Visit the stunning Benedictine Abbey at Melk with its 200m long Emperor’s Gallery, lined with portraits of Austrian emperors and where Benedictine monks still live dedicating their work to culture and education. The abbey was founded in 1089 when Leopold II, Margrave of Austria gave one of his castles to Benedictine monks from Lambach Abbey. Today's  Baroque grandeur of Melk Abbey was built between 1702 and 1736 to designs by Jakob Prandtauer. Particularly noteworthy are the abbey church with frescos by Johann Michael Rottmayr and the library with countless medieval manuscripts, including a famed collection of musical manuscripts and frescos by Paul Troger.

Melk Abbey

Prague Extension
A land extension to Prague is a must. The glinting spires shine brightly in this imperial capital with its fascinating history. You'll want to marvel at the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square with its hourly Walk of the Apostles, and stroll along the 14th century Charles Bridge lined with the Baroque 

Prague Astronomical Clock

After saying farewell to newfound friends and an unforgettable journey, we're already planning a return trip.
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