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21 Night Lower Danube Discovery with Vienna and Transylvania and Land Tour

From Vienna to Bucharest

Scenic Crystal

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14260119
  • Departs: Fri, Sep 18, 2026
  • Returns: Fri, Oct 9, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Sep 18, 2026
    Day
    1
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Welcome to Vienna. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury hotel in the center of town. The day is free for you to explore at your own pace.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Sep 19, 2026
    Day
    2
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Begin your Viennese adventure with a morning motorcoach tour around the city, guided by a local expert. Visit the historic Ringstrasse, an iconic boulevard that circles the old city and is lined with grand buildings. Continue with a walking tour of the city center, where you'll visit the majestic Opera House, renowned for its world-class performances since 1869. Then stop off at the stunning St. Stephen's Cathedral and the elegant Belvedere Palace. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Vienna's rich history, art, and architecture at your own pace. Or choose to savor the city's unique charm in a traditional Viennese cafe. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Sep 20, 2026
    Day
    3
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 3 - Sunday - Sep 20, 2026
    Day
    3
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Bratislava, Slovakia
    After breakfast, say farewell to Vienna, taking many wonderful memories with you. For guests joining a Europe river cruise, you will be transferred to Budapest.
    Monday - Sep 21, 2026
    Day
    4
    Bratislava, Slovakia
    • Bratislava, Slovakia
    Tuesday - Sep 22, 2026
    Day
    5
    Bratislava, Slovakia
    • Bratislava, Slovakia
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Wednesday - Sep 23, 2026
    Day
    6
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Thursday - Sep 24, 2026
    Day
    7
    • Meszesidunapart, Hungary
    Friday - Sep 25, 2026
    Day
    8
    • Mohacs, Hungary
    Saturday - Sep 26, 2026
    Day
    9
    Vukovar, Croatia
    • Vukovar, Croatia
    Sunday - Sep 27, 2026
    Day
    10
    Novi Sad, Serbia
    • Novi Sad, Serbia
    Monday - Sep 28, 2026
    Day
    11
    Belgrade, Serbia
    • Belgrade, Serbia
    Tuesday - Sep 29, 2026
    Day
    12
    Golubac Fortress, Serbia
    • Golubac Fortress, Serbia
    • Donji Milanovac, Serbia
    Wednesday - Sep 30, 2026
    Day
    13
    • Vidin, Bulgaria
    Thursday - Oct 1, 2026
    Day
    14
    Rousse, Bulgaria
    • Rousse, Bulgaria
    This morning, dock in the town of Rousse, often described as 'Little Vienna'. Join a local guide on a sightseeing tour of this opulent town this morning, resplendent in Belle Epoque architecture and leafy manicured squares. You will also learn about traditional Bulgarian handicrafts, and delight in a short piano recital. Afterwards, you'll enjoy some free time to wander, before returning to the ship. ...
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    Friday - Oct 2, 2026
    Day
    15
    • Silistra, Bulgaria
    Saturday - Oct 3, 2026
    Day
    16
    Constanta, Romania
    • Constanta, Romania
    Arrive into Constanta this afternoon. Sitting on the Black Sea Coast, Constanta is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe, dating back to 600 BC. Join a guided tour to learn about this long and fascinating heritage. Visit Ovid Square, Orthodox Cathedral, scenic promenade, and Genoese Lighthouse. Enjoy some free time before you return to your Scenic Space-Ship. ...
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    Sunday - Oct 4, 2026
    Day
    17
    Constanta, Romania
    • Constanta, Romania
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 17 - Sunday - Oct 4, 2026
    Day
    17
    • Bus Travel
    • Bucharest, Romania
    Farewell your Scenic Space-Ship this morning and transfer to Bucharest, stopping for lunch on the way. The capital of Romania was once called the Paris of the East, however WWII changed the face of the city with much of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture destroyed. Now a unique mix of Art Nouveau remnants and Brutalist-era architecture sits along wide, tree-lined boulevards and leafy squares, hidden street art and thriving nightlife. Admire the many splendid Orthodox churches and be awed by the gargantuan Palace of Parliament. Upon arrival, all guests will take a guided tour of the city by motorcoach, from the south of Bucharest to Primaverii Palace (home to the infamous Ceausescus), stopping to see its grandest squares, including Union Square, University Square, Roman Square, Victory Square, and Charles de Gaulle Square. This evening you will check into a hotel and enjoy a farewell dinner. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Oct 5, 2026
    Day
    18
    Bucharest, Romania
    • Bucharest, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Sinaia, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Brasov, Romania
    This morning, you'll begin your journey into Transylvania. Your destination for today is Brasov. A local guide will take you to Peles Castle, a Neo-Classical masterpiece built in the 1870s by the first king of Romania as a summer residence. Inside, the rooms are exquisitely decorated with paintings, carved wood, and stained glass. Nearby, Sinaia Monastery is the oldest monastery in the region and is home to two churches, one from the 17th century and one built by the royal family in the 19th century. Arrive in Brasov later today. After checking into your hotel, join your fellow travelers for a delicious dinner in one of Brasov's finest restaurants. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Tuesday - Oct 6, 2026
    Day
    19
    Brasov, Romania
    • Brasov, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Bran Castle, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Brasov, Romania
    This morning, your guide will show you the sights of Brasov, a colorful town that brings together Gothic spires, medieval watchtowers, sprawling squares, and Soviet-era concrete. Dracula is Transylvania's most famous figure. Though author Bram Stoker never visited Romania, he is said to have been inspired by the place you'll visit this afternoon - Bran Castle. Perched dramatically on a clifftop, this white stone fortress was built in the 14th century and is a maze of narrow passageways, hidden rooms, and sunny courtyards. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Oct 7, 2026
    Day
    20
    Brasov, Romania
    • Brasov, Romania
    • Sighisoara, Romania
    • Sibiu, Romania
    Thursday - Oct 8, 2026
    Day
    21
    Sibiu, Romania
    • Sibiu, Romania
    • Bus Travel
    • Bucharest, Romania
    This morning, your local guide will walk you through the highlights of Sibiu during a guided tour before you cross back over the Southern Carpathian Mountains to reach the Romanian capital, Bucharest.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Friday - Oct 9, 2026
    Day
    22
    Bucharest, Romania
    • Bucharest, Romania


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