Danube Dreams With Oberammergau

Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany-discovering some of Central Europe’s most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Begin this timeless European river cruise in Budapest, where guided sightseeing acquaints you with the highlights of the vibrant capital of Hungary. Set sail on the Danube, take pictures of the impressive Parliament Building as you leave Budapest, and head for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Here, enjoy a guided walk through the delightful Old Town and visit the Gothic-style St. Martin’s Cathedral. Vienna, Austria, the “City of Music,” makes an immediate impression with its lavish Habsburg Imperial Palace and neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House.

Enjoy the magnificent views as your river cruise takes you through the picturesque wine region of the Wachau Valley, with stops for a guided walk in Dürnstein and a visit of the impressive Benedictine Abbey of Melk. In Linz, walk around the Hauptplatz- Austria’s largest medieval square, which forms the center of the city, and be sure to photograph the splendid Trinity Column. Passau, Germany, the “City of Three Rivers,” is uniquely located where the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers converge. See its maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with beautiful Patrician houses, and marvel at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture.

Your Danube River cruise vacation includes a Globus vacation to experience an epic performance of the Passion Play in the Bavarian town of Oberammergau. As a Globus guest, you’ll enjoy first-class seating at the Passion Play, accommodations in the heart of Oberammergau, and a dedicated onsite office to help you make the most of your stay.

Don’t miss this once-a-decade and once-in-a-lifetime experience!

Included Features:

Day 1 Budapest (Embarkation): Onboard welcome reception

Day 2 Budapest: Guided tour, see Heroes’ Square

Day 3 Bratislava-Hainburg: Guided sightseeing in Bratislava, visit St. Martin’s Cathedral; free time in Hainburg

Day 4 Vienna: Guided sightseeing

Day 5 Dürnstein-Wachau Valley-Ybbs: Choice of guided walk, or hike up to the castle ruins in Dürnstein; scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley; guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk or Ybbs city sight-seeing or bakery workshop; wine tasting

Day 6 Linz: Guided walk

Day 7 Passau: Guided walk or guided hike with your Adventure Host

Day 8 Deggendorf (Disembarkation)-Innsbruck: Travel from Deggendorf to Innsbruck, with visit to Neuschwanstein Castle

Day 9 Innsbruck: Guided sightseeing

Day 10 Innsbruck-Oberammergau: Travel by motorcoach to Oberammergau, attend the Passion Play

Day 11 Oberammergau-Munich: Travel to Munich; guided sightseeing

Day 12 Munich: Your vacation ends this morning