2022 Vienna > Bucharest

Tour Code:: VBTR
Duration:: 20 days
Departure City:: Vienna
Return City:: Bucharest

Selected Itinerary

20 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Vienna

Raise your glass to the days ahead at this evening’s welcome reception.

Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 - Vienna

Freechoice

Tour the city of Vienna, or visit the remarkable Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, join a guided bicycle tour to Danube Island, or journey outside the city centre to learn about Vienna’s popular wine region during a tasting.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - Bratislava

Freechoice

Explore beautiful Bratislava on a guided walking tour, or visit a sustainable honey producer. Alternatively, journey behind the Iron Curtain to discover Bratislava’s communist-era history, or join a guided cycling tour of the city.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - Budapest

Freechoice

Join a guided city tour, or take an active walking tour of Buda. Alternatively, discover Budapest’s Jewish heritage with a local guide.

Enrich

Attend an exclusive classical music concert at the majestic Gödöllõ Royal Palace.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - Kalocsa

Witness a traditional Puszta horse show. Be greeted by the horsemen of the Puszta region where this type of activity has been practised for centuries.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Mohacs

Freechoice

Discover the city of Pécs, or explore the village of Villány. Alternatively, tour Zsolnay Porcelain Museum.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Osijek

Freechoice

Be guided through the town of Osijek on foot or by bike.

Later, join a local family for a hearty home-cooked meal.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Novi Sad

Freechoice

Join a local guide for a city tour, or journey to the nearby town of Sremski Karlovci. Alternatively, visit Fruška Gora National Park, or take an active hike to Petrovaradin Fortress.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Belgrade

Freechoice

Enjoy an in-depth city tour including Tito’s Memorial, or join an orientation tour of the city. Alternatively, take a cycling tour along the river, or join a local for a walking tour. Or, see another side of Belgrade as you kayak on the Danube.

Enrich

Visit the temple of St. Sava and enjoy a choir performance in the Temple Crypt.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 - Donji Milanovac > Iron Gates

Freechoice

Enjoy spectacular views over the Danube on a tour of Golubac Fortress, or visit the Lepenski Vir Archaeological site and museum.

Later, admire the scenery as you cruise the Iron Gates.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 - Vidin

Freechoice

Tour Vidin on foot, or opt for a hike to Belogradchik Fortress.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 - Vidin > Silistra

Relax and enjoy the scenery as you cruise the mighty Danube towards Silistra.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 - Silistra

Freechoice

Discover Silistra Fort during an active walking tour, or journey to a nearby local village where you’ll visit a local school.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 - Saint George > Danube Delta

Sail to the Black Sea coast. Admire spectacular scenery during your small boat cruise to Mile 0, where the mighty Danube River meets the Black Sea.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 - Braila > Bucharest

This morning disembark your Scenic Space-Ship and travel to Bucharest for an overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16 - Bucharest > Brasov

Your journey into the Transylvanian region begins this morning as you transfer from Bucharest to Peles Castle, the former summer residence of the Romanian royal family. It is considered by some to be one of the most beautiful castles in Eastern Europe. Then visit Sinaia Monastery before continuing to Brasov where your local guide will show you the sights before you check into your hotel.

Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner complete with Romanian folklore.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 17 - Brasov > Sighisoara

A true highlight awaits. Visit Bran Castle, home of the legend of Count Dracula. This afternoon you will arrive into the Saxon town of Sighisoara for an overnight stay, the birthplace of Vlad Tepes and the inspiration for the legend of Count Dracula.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 18 - Sighisoara > Sibiu

This morning you will have a choice of touring options in Sighisoara.

Freechoice

Take a guided tour of this fortified city, or if you’re feeling more active, hike to the Church on the Hill for superb views over the city.

After some free time continue to the medieval town of Sibiu. Explore its lively squares and colourful streets before checking into your hotel.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 19 - Sibiu > Bucharest

Today visit Cozia Monastery before returning to Bucharest for an overnight stay.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 20 - Bucharest

Depart today after breakfast.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tour inclusions

Truly all-inclusive luxury

5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests
Spacious Balcony Suites with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
2 Scenic Enrich experiences including a private classical concert at the majestic Gödöllõ Royal Palace and a choir performance in the crypt at St. Sava Church – all Exclusive to Scenic
Personalise your trip with 35 included Scenic Freechoice activities
Dine at your choice of up to five on board venues, from casual to fine dining
50 meals – 19 breakfasts (B), 14 lunches (L) and 17 dinners (D)
Complimentary premium beverages on board all day, every day – not just at meal times
Butler service for every suite throughout your cruise
Complimentary full mini-bar throughout your cruise
Innovative Salt Therapy Lounge and fitness area
Scenic Tailormade App for river commentary and independent exploration
The freedom of our e-bikes – electronically assisted bicycles
Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise
Return airport transfers
All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore