Romantic Danube
Prague to Budapest
12 Days
Departs April 23, 2025
Cruise through the Heart of Europe
Slightly Challenging
Lüftner Cruises • AMADEUS Nova
The magnificence of Europe is best seen and experienced along its extensive river network. This remarkable river cruise begins in Prague and continues through the heart of Europe to Budapest, offering a captivating feast of culture, history, and riches.
Historically, people lived close to the rivers in Europe as they served as the primary routes for commerce and trade. We will wind our way along the beautiful Danube, where music and romance come alive at every turn, passing fabled castles and cathedrals and exploring centuries-old marketplaces.
Seats are filling up fast! This journey is now available on request.
Tour Highlights
- Designed with the best of river cruising lifestyle in mind, we will move at a leisurely pace, spending most nights in port, ensuring restful evenings complimented by days filled with scenic cruising and delightful tours
- Our journey will take us through the Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary in style, combining spectacular scenery with cultural enrichment, while ensuring a comfortable experience
- Explore Prague, considered one of Europe’s most attractive cities, with its historic city centre recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Explore the twin cities of Buda and Pest, which are spread over both banks of the Danube River
Inclusive Features
- 7-night cruise in an outside cabin on the AMADEUS Nova or similar
- 3 nights first class hotel accommodation in Prague as indicated or similar with breakfast included daily
- Baggage handling shipside
- All meals during the cruise are included plus wine, beer and soft drinks at dinner
- Festive welcome dinner aboard the AMADEUS Nova
- Services of your journey leader and / or cruise director
- Escorted shore excursions in each port (optional excursions are at an extra cost)
- All gratuities (including guides and ship staff) and taxes for included services (including departure and port taxes)
- Air - Inclusive rates also include: return economy airfare from Canadian cities listed, transfers between airports, hotel and the ship, airport transfers in Canada or equivalent value
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Lüftner Cruises
AMADEUS Nova
AMADEUS Nova defines the future of responsible luxury cruising. Impeccably designed down to the last detail, this vessel introduces the latest green technologies, reflecting our commitment to respect the nature of the remarkable destinations visited.
Joining the fleet in 2024, The beautiful AMADEUS Nova retains the design essence found throughout the AMADEUS line. Spacious personal accommodations, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows in every cabin, and choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding). The technology you don’t see - hybrid engines, solar panels, and cutting-edge energy conservation - is as important as what you do see. Around each corner, discover elegant spaces to roam, multiple dining venues, a heated swimming pool, and unparalleled views from every suite.
Purpose-built to sail the safe scenic waters of Europe’s rivers, she has three decks with cabins and public rooms plus a spacious Sun Deck for viewing the countryside.
When the sun lowers in the Western skies, slip into your favourite evening clothes and wander into the elegant wine bar. Soft voices fill the air as new friends gather to enjoy a four-course dinner as the AMADEUS Nova’s attentive staff anticipates your every request.
Deck Plan
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Cruise & Air Cost in CAD Per Person
Category C-4 Outside (Haydn Deck)
Cruise / Tour Only
$5,195
Toronto
$7,055
Montreal / Ottawa
$7,235
Halifax / St. John’s / Fredericton
$7,275
Winnipeg / Thunder Bay
$7,295
Regina / Saskatoon
$7,415
Calgary / Edmonton / Vancouver
$7,355
Victoria
$7,415
Stateroom Upgrades Available
Stateroom Description (Deck)
Cat C-1 Deluxe (Haydn, Panoramic Window)
Single
$1,480
Double/Twin
$460
Stateroom Description (Deck)
Cat B-4 Deluxe (Strauss, Drop-Down Window)
Single
$2,730
Double/Twin
$1,010
Stateroom Description (Deck)
Cat B-1 Deluxe (Strauss, Drop-Down Window)
Single
$3,810
Double/Twin
$1,390
Stateroom Description (Deck)
Cat A-1 Deluxe (Mozart, Drop-Down Window)
Single
$4,730
Double/Twin
$1,790
Stateroom Description (Deck)
Suite Deluxe (Mozart, Walk-Out Balcony)
Single
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Double/Twin
$2,650
Payment and Booking Terms
Deposit is $800 per person.
Final payment is due January 16, 2025.
Rates are per person based on sharing a Cat C-4 Outside Twin (panoramic window, Haydn deck). Single supplement for Cat C-4 Outside is $1,010. Airfares from other gateways are available on request. Airfares and air carrier are subject to change and will be confirmed prior to final payment. Refer to inclusive features for details.
*Categories B-4 to A-1 have a drop-down panoramic window. Stateroom categories are subject to availability at time of booking. Book early for the best selection. See deck plan for detailed information on available categories. Singles are extremely limited, please ask for rates. Cruise price is based on sharing a twin-bedded stateroom with private bathroom. Prices are based on a minimum 20 members and on rates, taxes, and fees effective May 2024 and are subject to change due to factors beyond our control. Cancellation penalties for this cruise start at the time of booking, with a non-refundable amount of $500pp.
Insurance is NOT INCLUDED but is highly recommended. Premiums are calculated based on the individual’s age, destination (country), trip length, and trip booking window – please contact our staff to receive a quote. Your coverage starts on the effective date of your Confirmation of Coverage. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. Refer to terms and conditions for more details.
Journey Leader
Brian and Deb Tilson
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lead an active lifestyle of hiking, biking, and canoeing. They also love pickleball! They have travelled to many parts of the world, including Hawaii, New Zealand, England, Ireland, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Panama, and Canada, from coast to coast. Brian is a skilled photographer and is looking forward to sharing his love of photography with you. Deb is a recently retired music teacher, and has been singing and entertaining on stage for many years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out some of our frequently asked questions before booking your journey.
- What are Craig Journeys all about?
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Our goal is to offer meaningful authentic experiences that inspire a deeper understanding of the world we inhabit. Through immersive sightseeing and engaging interactions with local people and cultural sites, we strive to foster a greater appreciation of our global community.
We go to great lengths to ensure the physical comfort of our members, providing excellent accommodations, delicious cuisine, comfortable transportation, and more. At the same time, we encourage them to embrace and engage with local customs.
- Why should I book with Craig Travel?
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All of our tours are carefully planned to provide a comfortable pace, quality accommodations, in-depth sightseeing, and fully inclusive pricing. We encourage you to compare our offerings with other tours available. Check to see exactly what is included and what extras you may be required to pay.
- What do you mean by 'Fully Inclusive' pricing?
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Almost all Craig Tours and Cruises include all prepaid costs, encompassing airfare and related taxes, hotel accommodations and/or cruise expenses with taxes and service fees, most meals as described for each departure, sightseeing with entrance fees, gratuities for included services (such as guides, drivers, hotel staff, porters), and even airport transfers. For those residing in southern Ontario, we provide transfers between your home and the airport in most areas, while other passengers receive a special credit or an overnight stay at an airport hotel, depending on the circumstances.
Not included in the published prices are personal services and items such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, and beverages with meals or otherwise (according to local customs; for example, beverages like water, tea, and coffee are typically not included in Europe except during breakfast). Shore excursions on ocean cruises are not included unless specified.
While taxes and fees are included in our prices, they always remain subject to change. Consequently, we may need to collect supplements to cover tax and fee increases that cannot be absorbed.
