See Three European Countries on Danube River Cruise

The 1,770-mile-long Danube passes through gorgeous scenery in nine countries, from Germany’s Black Forest to the Black Sea in Romania. You’ll pass through Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia on this 6-day, 4-night cruise from Great Value Vacations. This cruise includes:

• Roundtrip airfare from New York (JFK)
• 4 nights aboard the MS Vivaldi in a main-deck cabin
• Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard
• Welcome cocktail reception with the captain
• Traditional gala Hungarian evening
• Farewell gala dinner
• Unlimited beverages onboard: beer, wine, spirits, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffee, and tea (excluding champagne and wines from the wine list)
• Guided tours of Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava with wireless audio system
• Onboard entertainment
• WiFi
• Onboard use of a Samsung Galaxy tablet
• Assistance from onboard multilingual host/hostess
• Port fees

You’ll cruise aboard the MS Vivaldi, a three-deck ship that measures 360 feet long and holds up to 176 passengers. Between tours of each city, you can enjoy meals in the onboard restaurant or take in panoramic views from the sun deck.

Days 1 and 2: Vienna, Austria

After an Austrian-themed dinner aboard the ship on day 1, your journey begins with a three-hour tour of Vienna on day 2. The route takes you along the Ringstrasse, a circular 19th-century boulevard that’s lined with some of Vienna’s most famous architectural works. Highlights along the route include the Vienna State Opera and the massive Hofburg Palace. You’ll set sail for Budapest in the afternoon.

Day 3: Budapest, Hungary

Today’s tour lets you explore both sides of Budapest: Buda on the west bank of the Danube and Pest on the east bank. Gaze out at Buda’s hills and the riverfront from the Castle Quarter and continue on to see Fisherman’s Bastion and the 13th-century Matthias Church. Highlights in Pest include Heroes’ Square and the mineral-rich Széchenyi thermal baths. After the tour, you can spend the afternoon on the ship or go sightseeing in Budapest on your own. The ship departs for Bratislava in the evening.

Day 4: Bratislava, Slovakia

Once you arrive in the afternoon, the tour begins with a visit to Bratislava Castle, a hilltop behemoth that cuts an imposing figure in the city’s skyline. Then it’s on to the charming squares and historical buildings in Old Town. Keep an eye out for quirky statues like the man crawling out from under a manhole cover. Use your free time after the tour to see more of Bratislava on your own, or return to the ship to have a drink in the lounge.

Days 5 and 6: Departure

The ship returns to Vienna on the morning of day 5. After breakfast, you’ll disembark and head home.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? Call Great Value Vacations at (800) 495-4903 for pricing from any airport that isn’t listed on the Groupon Getaways deal page.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, for an additional fee you can arrange for that over the phone when you redeem your vacation.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? After your purchase, call Great Value Vacations at (800) 495-4903 or click here for the most up-to-date availability.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? If Great Value Vacations is unable to book the stay you want during the available dates and before the book-by date, Groupon will refund your purchase.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? All travelers are required to purchase a Groupon. Different occupancy arrangements can be requested with Great Value Vacations at the time of reservation.

6. Can I purchase this deal without airfare? No. This deal is air-inclusive and this package cannot be booked without airfare.

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