Enchantment of Eastern Europe & Transylvania from Budapest

  • 29th September 2027
  • 12 Nights
  • Budapest
  • Emerald Astra
Emerald Cruises

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$8,245*/per person

* based on twinshare stateroom

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Your itinerary

  • Budapest
  • Kalocsa
  • Osijek
  • Belgrade
  • Golubac
  • Donji Milanovac
  • Vidin
  • Rousse
  • Veliko Tarnovo
  • Arbanassi
  • Giurgiu
  • Bucharest
  • Brasov
  • Brasov
  • Brasov
  • Bucharest
Day 1

29th Sep '27

Budapest
Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermen’s Bastion, which offer sweeping views. More
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Day 2

30th Sep '27

Kalocsa
Kalocsa is a town in Bács-Kiskun county, Hungary. It lies 142 km south of Budapest. It is situated in a marshy but highly productive district, near the left bank of the Danube River. Historically it had greater political and economic importance than at present. More
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Day 3

1st Oct '27

Osijek
Osijek is the fourth largest city in Croatia with a population of 108,048 in 2011. It is the largest city and the economic and cultural centre of the eastern Croatian region of Slavonia, as well as the administrative centre of Osijek-Baranja County. More
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Day 4

2nd Oct '27

Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital of the southeast European country of Serbia. Its most significant landmark is the Beogradska Tvrđava, an imposing fortress at the confluence of the Danube and the Sava rivers. The fort is a testament to the city’s strategic importance to the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, Serbian and Austrian empires, and it’s now the site of several museums as well as Kalemegdan, a vast park. More
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Day 5

3rd Oct '27

Golubac
Golubac is a village and municipality located in the Braničevo District of the eastern Serbia. Situated on the right side of the Danube river, it is bordered by Romania to the east, Veliko Gradište to the west and Kučevo to the south. More
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Day 5

3rd Oct '27

Donji Milanovac
Donji Milanovac is a town in eastern Serbia. It is situated in the Majdanpek municipality, in the Bor District. It is located on the right bank of Lake Đerdap on the Danube. The population of the town is 2,410 people. Its name means “Lower Milanovac” More
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Day 6

4th Oct '27

Vidin
Vidin is a port town on the southern bank of the Danube in north-western Bulgaria. It is close to the borders with Romania and Serbia, and is also the administrative centre of Vidin Province, as well as of the Metropolitan of Vidin More
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Day 7

5th Oct '27

Rousse
Ruse, is the fifth largest city in Bulgaria. Ruse is in the northeastern part of the country, on the right bank of the Danube, opposite the Romanian city of Giurgiu, approximately 75 km south of Bucharest, Romania’s capital, 200 km from the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast and 300 km from the capital Sofia. More
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Day 7

5th Oct '27

Veliko Tarnovo
Veliko Tarnovo is a town in north central Bulgaria and the administrative centre of Veliko Tarnovo Province. More
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Day 7

5th Oct '27

Arbanassi
Arbanasi is a village in Veliko Tarnovo Municipality, Veliko Tarnovo Province of central northern Bulgaria, set on a high plateau between the larger towns of Veliko Tarnovo and Gorna Oryahovitsa More
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Day 8

6th Oct '27

Giurgiu
Giurgiu is a city in southern Romania. The seat of Giurgiu County, it lies in the historical region of Muntenia. It is situated amongst mud-flats and marshes on the left bank of the Danube facing the Bulgarian city of Ruse on the opposite bank. More
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Day 9

7th Oct '27

Bucharest
Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country’s capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impaler”) once ruled. More
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Day 10

8th Oct '27

Brasov
Brașov is a city in the Transylvania region of Romania, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains. It’s known for its medieval Saxon walls and bastions, the towering Gothic-style Black Church and lively cafes. Piaţa Sfatului (Council Square) in the cobbled old town is surrounded by colorful baroque buildings and is home to the Casa Sfatului, a former town hall turned local history museum. More
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Day 11

9th Oct '27

Brasov
Brașov is a city in the Transylvania region of Romania, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains. It’s known for its medieval Saxon walls and bastions, the towering Gothic-style Black Church and lively cafes. Piaţa Sfatului (Council Square) in the cobbled old town is surrounded by colorful baroque buildings and is home to the Casa Sfatului, a former town hall turned local history museum. More
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Day 12

10th Oct '27

Brasov
Brașov is a city in the Transylvania region of Romania, ringed by the Carpathian Mountains. It’s known for its medieval Saxon walls and bastions, the towering Gothic-style Black Church and lively cafes. Piaţa Sfatului (Council Square) in the cobbled old town is surrounded by colorful baroque buildings and is home to the Casa Sfatului, a former town hall turned local history museum. More
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Day 13

11th Oct '27

Bucharest
Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country’s capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impaler”) once ruled. More
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Your ship - The Emerald Astra

Description Food and Drink Relaxation Fitness Recreational Other
Emerald Astra will mark the next evolution of Emerald Cruises’ award-winning river fleet. Designed to mirror the sleek elegance of the line’s luxury superyachts, the ship features a mode... grey-tinted glass exterior and will welcome 180 guests. The updated design focuses on both style and functionality, offering guests’ favorite amenities such as the pool/cinema combination, multiple dining options, and a sun deck dedicated to relaxation and panoramic views. All interiors have also been enhanced with a sleek, contemporary design, ensuring a sophisticated and spacious atmosphere for travelers on Europe’s rivers. More Less
  • A beer for everyone
    a beer for everyone
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  • A generous cocktail menu
    a generous cocktail menu
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  • A range of dietary options
    a range of dietary options
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  • Delicious handpicked wines
    delicious handpicked wines
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  • Dine alfresco
    dine alfresco
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  • Dining experience at quinta de pacheca wine estate
    dining experience at quinta de pacheca wine estate
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  • Enjoy branded spirits
    enjoy branded spirits
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  • Food and drink with a local family in slovakia
    food and drink with a local family in slovakia
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  • French cookery demonstration and tasting
    french cookery demonstration and tasting
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  • Lunch with a view
    lunch with a view
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  • Non-alcoholic drinks
    non-alcoholic drinks
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  • Our premiere on board dining spot
    our premiere on board dining spot
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  • Sample the delights of the black forest
    sample the delights of the black forest
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  • The freshest ingredients
    the freshest ingredients
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  • Unwind in style
    unwind in style
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  • A dedicated space
    a dedicated space
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  • A place to relax
    a place to relax
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  • A relaxing massage
    a relaxing massage
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  • Every thoughtful detail
    every thoughtful detail
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  • Your well-equipped gym
    your well-equipped gym
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  • Find your zen
    find your zen
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  • Getting your laps in
    getting your laps in
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  • Activity manager & wellness coach
    activity manager & wellness coach
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  • Captain & crew
    captain & crew
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  • Cruise director & hotel manager
    cruise director & hotel manager
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  • Culinary experts
    culinary experts
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  • Hiking to the vineyards
    hiking to the vineyards
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  • Out on the water
    out on the water
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  • Sight-see while you cycle
    sight-see while you cycle
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Staterooms

suite

All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, w ... hich are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.

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All passenger staterooms feature queen-size beds (convertible to twins) except the Single cabins, w ... hich are furnished with one bed (79 x 63 inches / 200 x 160 cm). Standard amenities include bedside tables, mirrored panels by the bed, private en-suite bathroom (WC, small sink, shower cubicle, mirrored cupboards, mirror over the basin, clothesline, luxury bath products such as shampoo, liquid soap, conditioner, and body lotion), walk-in closet (large wardrobe with hangers), personal safe, direct-dial phone, flat HDTV (satellite reception, news and movie channels, infotainment system, movies on demand, and “View From the Bridge” / real-time webcam views), and a mini-bar (stocked with beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks / all at an additional cost, except in Owner’s Suites). Additional in-room conveniences include individual climate control, 220V power outlets (European sockets in the cabin and bathroom, plus one Australian socket; American travelers should bring adapters), umbrella, shoe cleaner, and two sets of earplugs. All Suites feature floor-to-ceiling sliding doors. Despite being marketed as “Balcony Suites,” these are one-room cabins with an “indoor veranda” (instead of the French Balcony found on other ships). The windows can be lowered halfway with the push of a button. Behind the main curtain, an inner insect screen is provided. The Owner’s Suites include a separate bedroom and a lounge/living area with sofa, plus a bathroom with dual sinks. They also have an outdoor balcony furnished with two wooden chairs (padded seats) and a small round table. Extra perks exclusive to Owner’s Suites include a complimentary mini-bar (restocked daily), Nespresso coffee maker, iPad, in-room dining (continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés, after-dinner sweets), and complimentary laundry service (4 items per day). Grand Suites come with additional perks such as a Nespresso coffee maker, en-suite dining (continental breakfast, canapés, and sweets), and complimentary laundry (2 items per day). All Standard staterooms feature large fixed Picture Windows. Laundry service is available at extra cost, with items collected from cabins by the housekeeping staff. Cabins are accessed via magnetic chip cards attached to lanyards, instead of traditional key cards. A daily program with scheduled activities is delivered to cabins each evening. The Cruise Director also hosts a nightly port talk providing an overview of the next day’s ports of call, excursions, and activities. Complimentary Wi-Fi internet is available shipwide.

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