From
the enchanting waterways that run through the land, to the ability to discover
multiple destinations in one trip, Eastern Europe is a jewel in the heart of Europe.
Highlights
include the wonderful ‘dual cities’ of Buda
and Pest, vibrant Bucharest and beautiful Belgrade. An endless selection of
cuisines, cultures and history awaits as you head east on the river Danube to encounter the enticing,
interwoven tapestry of one of Europe’s greatest regions.
Looking
for inspiration? Try setting sail to Romania’s capital, Bucharest, with its combination of cosmopolitan chic and colorful
recent history. An adventure to Bucharest should consist of a trip to the old
town, Lipscani, a culinary journey into
the city’s cuisine, and a walk through the streets as you gaze up at the beautiful Art Nouveau architecture.
Alternatively,
head to Budapest, where the twin cities of Buda
and Pest create an experience like no
other as you drift along the Danube. Take time out to visit the Széchenyi thermal baths, wander around Memento
Park and marvel at the iconic statue at Hősök
tere (Heroes’ Square).
If city living is your thing, the modern and trendy streets of Budapest will satisfy your need for a wide range of cuisine, quirky bars and side-street cafés.
If a more history orientated river cruise is your idea of adventure, then be sure to pick an itinerary with a trip to Serbia’s Belgrade, one of Europe’s oldest capital cities. Belgrade will impress you with its Church of Saint Sava, which, built in 1935, is one of the world’s largest church buildings. Next, guests can venture to see the ruins of a defensive fortress overlooking the Danube that was once used to protect the city from the Ottomans.
Bucharest shows our river cruise guests another meaning to the word elegance. The city’s landscape is punctuated by grand buildings and stunning belle époque villas. The undercurrent of mystery left behind from the Communist regime creates an air of beautiful intrigue like no other.
