From Giurgiu (Bucharest) to Oltenita (Bucharest), Tulcea, Rousse, Vidin, Donji Milanovac, Belgrade, Mohács, Budapest, Vienna and Linz to Engelhartszell (Passau).
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A tangle of islands, lakes and marshes lie ahead of you. But you haven’t wandered into an adventure novel; you’re on board the A-ROSA and you’re just about to enter the Danube Delta. Here, the river is constantly changing; since primeval times, it has been moving millions of tonnes of sediment around and offers a haven for more than 5,200 animal species. A visit to Bucharest, whose colourful history is reflected in its architecture and way of life, offers a stark contrast to the wonders of nature. Further to the west, the Carpathian Mountains loom on the horizon. Passengers can scarcely avert their gaze from the rugged cliffs. And then suddenly, the cliffs gaze back. The face of King Decebalus, which is carved into the cliffs and is 40 m high, is part of the “Iron Gates”. Behind these, the most beautiful Danube cities await their turn to be photographed. First comes Belgrade, a city that never sleeps, followed by opulent Budapest and dreamy Vienna. With nature still in your heart, you can indulge in art, history and metropolitan life.
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If you let your gaze wander above the ship’s rail as you cruise along this stretch of the river, the scenery might remind you of the Norwegian fjords. Steep rock faces covered in vegetation rise up on both sides. The water beneath you is a deep blue, and new picture-postcard scenes await you around every river bend – such as the views of the Iron Gates. With one of the most imposing strings of gorges in Europe, this used to be considered the most dangerous section of the Danube, and only those who were accompanied by local guides were allowed to pass through. The construction of a hydropower plant in 1972 made these waters much safer, however, and now there is no need to worry when you sail through the majestic landscape. Just relax and enjoy this impressive natural spectacle in the heart of Romania.
Rousse used to be called the ‘gateway to the world’. In the past, travelling merchants would stop here on their way to Constantinople. Different cultures met and had lively exchanges. The city has maintained its multicultural openness and is still seen as the most diverse of Bulgaria’s major cities.
Bucharest – Romania’s capital – is a city of fascinating contrasts. Beautiful boyar houses compete with concrete walls and glass facades, while straight avenues morph into winding streets. Bucharest is characterised by a constant contrast between poverty and prosperity. Having been under dictatorial rule during its time as a socialist republic, it still seems to be in need of regeneration today. But in spite of this, it’s still a city you can fall in love with.
Bucharest – Romania’s capital – is a city of fascinating contrasts. Beautiful boyar houses compete with concrete walls and glass facades, while straight avenues morph into winding streets. Bucharest is characterised by a constant contrast between poverty and prosperity. Having been under dictatorial rule during its time as a socialist republic, it still seems to be in need of regeneration today. But in spite of this, it’s still a city you can fall in love with.
The ship will call at Oltenita, just 60 kilometres from Romania’s capital. Bucharest – often called ‘The Paris of the East’ – awaits you. A city full of contradictions, it manages to bring together many different periods of history at once. Lots of people end up falling in love with Bucharest. Will you?
It’s time to explore the Danube Delta! Tulcea is your stop today. The city can look back on a very eventful past. Once part of Bulgaria, it is now an important Romanian port and is considered the gateway to the Danube Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After your day’s explorations, your cruise will take you right into the Delta – an exciting passage with splendid views.
During your Danube Delta cruise, you’ll discover the beautiful port of Rousse. Many people consider this pearl of northern Bulgaria, nestled among the most varied landscapes of the eastern Danube plain, the country’s prettiest city. By the time you have taken a stroll along Ulitsa Aleksandrovska, between Rousse’s two main squares, you’ll probably feel the same. Enjoy your day in Bulgaria!
Direkt am Lauf der Donau befindet sich die bulgarische Stadt Vidin. Die Stadtgeschichte reicht weit bis in die Jahre vor Christus. Die bekannsteste Sehenswürdigkeit ist wohl die Festung Baba Vida, die einzige vollständig erhaltene mittelalterliche Festung Bulgariens.
Die Kleinstadt Donji Milanovac liegt im Osten Serbiens, nahe dem Eisernen Tor. Ein kleiner Spaziergang am Donauufer führt Sie an einem Strandabschnitt entlang einer Parkanlage. Die Natur scheint hier noch unberührt zu sein und die Hektik der Stadt so weit weg. Die pure Erholung!
Belgrade is a well-kept secret among Europe’s many metropolises. The capital of the Republic of Serbia, it is the country’s political, cultural and economic centre. It has a population of around 1.7 million, making it the country’s most populous city too. Belgrade’s location makes it a hub for travel between central and south-eastern Europe. During your Danube cruise, you’ll get to experience Belgrade up-close and enjoy this wonderfully varied city.
This idyllic little town on the Danube in southern Hungary is a delightful place to visit. Its pleasant location, snug alleyways and generous squares lend it a relaxing atmosphere. The country’s southernmost Danube ferry plies back and forth here, before the river leaves Hungary and flows into the Black Sea. Your river cruise will take you to one of the Danube’s most beautiful towns, which is also a carnival hotspot.
This idyllic little town on the Danube in southern Hungary is a delightful place to visit. Its pleasant location, snug alleyways and generous squares lend it a relaxing atmosphere. The country’s southernmost Danube ferry plies back and forth here, before the river leaves Hungary and flows into the Black Sea. Your river cruise will take you to one of the Danube’s most beautiful towns, which is also a carnival hotspot.
Do you know how many bridges Budapest has? There are seven in total – and they span the river between the neighbourhoods Buda and Pest. The most well known is probably the Széchenyi Chain Bridge. Take a look at Budapest’s imposing structures for yourself as you cruise down the Danube. And if you go out onto the sun deck of your A-ROSA ship, you’ll also have an unobstructed view of Budapest’s famous parliament building. The perfect way to experience a stunning city.
Do you know how many bridges Budapest has? There are seven in total – and they span the river between the neighbourhoods Buda and Pest. The most well known is probably the Széchenyi Chain Bridge. Take a look at Budapest’s imposing structures for yourself as you cruise down the Danube. And if you go out onto the sun deck of your A-ROSA ship, you’ll also have an unobstructed view of Budapest’s famous parliament building. The perfect way to experience a stunning city.
This is a real highlight of your Danube cruise: Vienna, the capital of Austria with that extra-special something. The locals sound as though they are singing when they speak, and it is customary for certain business owners to address their regular customers with their full title. That’s just the way things are done here. With its wealth of museums, galleries, palaces and castles, plus the state opera and many theatres, the city enjoys a lively cultural scene all year-round. The Viennese are proud of their city – and rightly so!
Your Danube cruise is the perfect opportunity to get to know the Austrian city of Linz. It offers an exciting mix of cultural attractions and true works of art. You’ll discover a modern, cosmopolitan city whose diversity, design and creativity really make it stand out. And no visit to Linz would be complete without a trip to a cafe to sample its specialities, such as the famous Linzer Torte.
This is the departure point for your Danube cruise. Our tip: to ensure that you get off to a relaxed start, travel the day before the cruise begins and spend the night at one of our partner hotels. This will allow you to explore the region around Passau, too. And when your ship sets sail for an exciting Danube cruise, you will have already enjoyed your first few adventures.
Enjoy your most beautiful time with maximum comfort and with the all-round carefree package: A-ROSA Premium all inclusive.
Your desired cabin? Voilà! Sauna, fitness area, pool? Always at your service! Top culinary menus? Enjoy your meal! Attractive discounts on all massage and beauty treatments? Of course! Plus all transfers and many other benefits that will always put a smile on your face, while you have nothing to do but think about your next wish.
¹ Guests receive an extra voucher, valid for day of embarkation or disembarkation in Cologne and Engelhartszell. The transfer in Paris and Lyon is only included when booking the train tickets through A-ROSA.
² The transfer is included when booking the flight through A-ROSA. You will receive an extra voucher with your travel documents.
Book now your trip with the "Premium all inclusive" package until 30 Nov 2020 and you will benefit from our attractive Double Early Booking Discount (limited contingent).
Choose exactly the cabin you like. If available, we will book your desired cabin with cabin number.
From various German airports an Zurich to Vienna, incl. transfer Airport – Ship – Airport (incl. taxes).
Flights from € 299 per person
For our Danube Delta cruises from and to Oltenita the flight from/to Frankfurt/Main, Munich and Düsseldorf airport is included in the travel price.
Flights from many other German airports or Zurich and Vienna from € 69 per person.
Train operated by Deutsche Bahn from all German train stations to Passau or Vienna.
Train from € 159 per person (Return / 2nd Class).
Train from € 79 per person (Oneway / 2nd Class).
If you plan your arrival individually, we offer you a parking space in a guarded car park for the length of your cruise.
Price from € 42 per car (Passau/ fenced parking lot)
Price from € 47 per car (Passau/ roofed parking space)
Price from € 37 per car (Engelhartszell/ fenced parking lot)
Price from € 47 per car (Engelhartszell/ roofed parking space)
