The Blue Danube River Cruise

£2049 per person

📅1st April 2028

Flying from Manchester, London Stansted or London Heathrow

All Inclusive Drinks Package Included
 7 nights on board a five-star ship – MS Geoffrey Chaucer

🛏️Standard Suite on Emerald (Lower) Deck for 2 Adults
 Return flights & transfers
📌9 Included Experiences & The Riviera Moment Inclusions
 Full board dining 
 Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
 Free Wi-Fi
 Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Cruise Host
 20kg+ checked luggage

🪙 All port charges & additional taxes

💸 £2049 per person 

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Soak up all that Europe’s most cultured river has to offer, with its wealth of grand Baroque architecture, medieval cities, picture perfect towns and the sights that inspired Strauss and Mozart.

Follow the Blue Danube through the heart of imperial Europe, where grand capitals, vineyard-clad valleys and centuries of history line its banks. Discover the twin charms of Budapest, wander the elegant streets of Vienna, and explore the characterful Slovak capital, Bratislava. Along the way, sail through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley, pass hilltop castles and storybook towns, and immerse yourself in the music, culture and traditions that have shaped this remarkable region. From classical recitals and folklore performances to ever-changing river views, this is the Danube at its most captivating.

📌Discover the Slovakian capital, Bratislava with its 17th century castle and pretty old town on a tour.

📌Explore Dürnstein, famous for its ice blue tower and the castle where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned, then visit stunning Melk Abbey.

📌Visit the charming Baroque town of Linz, or the main sights of Salzburg such as the Hohensalzburg fortress, the Hellbrunn Palace and the gardens of the Mirabell Palace.

📌See Vienna's cultural sights, including St Stephen's Cathedral and the colossal Hofburg, and experience a guided tour of Budapest and its ancient Castle Hill, with views of the iconic Parliament Building.

📌Enjoy a Hungarian folklore show on board and a live classical recital in the city of music, Vienna. 

Plus, on this departure, you will unlock an experience reserved exclusively for Riviera guests...

✅Private access to the House of Strauss, reserved solely for Riviera guests

✅A welcome drinks reception and time to explore the Strauss Museum at your own pace

✅An exclusive classical concert, performed in the historic Strauss Hall

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Budapest - The adventure begins in the city of Budapest.

Day 2 - Budapest - Explore Budapest on a guided tour, followed by an afternoon of sailing and a folklore show on board.

Day 3 - Bratislava - Enjoy a relaxing morning sailing then discover Slovakia’s capital city, Bratislava, on a guided tour with free time after.

Day 4 - Dürnstein & Melk - Explore Melk Abbey on a guided tour before free time in Dürnstein, then cruise through the Wachau Valley towards Linz.

Day 5 - Salzburg or Linz - Reaching Linz, visit this charming town or drive to Salzburg for a guided walking tour.

Day 6 - Vienna - Discover imperial Vienna, from St Stephen’s Cathedral to grand palaces, before a classical recital on board.

Day 7 - Cruise towards Budapest - Enjoy a leisurely morning as we cruise towards Budapest, where we’ll have a free afternoon to explore.

Day - 8 - Return home - Disembark and begin your journey home or, if time permits, explore Budapest at leisure from a central location before you travel.

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Price correct at time of publication on 09/09/2026

Subject to change, availability and booking T&Cs. See more details below.

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Pricing and additional charges:
Price per person is based on two adults in a standard suite on emerald (lower) deck including all mandatory fees and taxes payable locally. Optional or additional charges, upgrades, discretionary excursions, or amendments, are not included in this price and may apply. Please ask for further details.

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Agent identity & role:

Riviera Tours Ltd trading as Riviera Travel, registered company number 01869298, trading address 328 Wetmore Road, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE14 1SP, is acting as an agent on behalf of the tour operator Riviera Travel for this holiday package. We are not the organiser for the purposes of Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018.

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Cancellation/change of terms:

Booking terms and conditions, including cancellation and amendment policies, apply to this holiday package. Full details are available on request or at the time of booking. You may be entitled to a refund or to make changes subject to applicable fees and timelines.

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Financial protection (ATOL/ABTA/our pledge):

Your holiday is protected by Riviera Travel’s Air Travel Organiser’s Licence (ATOL number: 3430). In the unlikely event of the operator’s financial failure, you will receive a full refund of all money paid for your package holiday. For full details of your financial protection and the Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018, please visit here  or contact us. As a member of ABTA (P5888), you also have additional protection regarding non-flight elements and access to ABTA’s complaints and dispute resolution process.

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Complaints handling:

We are a member of ABTA (membership number P5888) and adhere to its Code of Conduct. If you have any queries or complaints, please contact your local travel branch initially. If we are unable to resolve your complaint, you may use ABTA’s arbitration or alternative dispute resolution services. For further information, see www.abta.com.

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Cancellation and booking terms:

All offers are subject to availability and our full booking terms and conditions, which detail your rights regarding cancellation, changes, and refunds. These are available upon request or can be found here.

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