b'Fishermans Bastion is breathtakingly beautiful. 8S close, we see the LntrLcate GetaLls oI Lts seven towers anG hLstorLc archLtectXre that maNe Lt one of Budapests most impressive buildings. Melk Abbey is a Baroque masterpiece that sits in the stunning Wachau Valley. Its grand marble hall, opulent church, and serene views over the Danube River make it a lovely place of both beauty and contemplation.YOUR ITINERARYDay 1To bustling Frankfurt Once the sun sets, we begin a magicalDay 5Glorious BratislavaOur holiday begins as we meet atnight-time cruise, taking in theArriving in the Slovakian capital of London St Pancras this morning. Weilluminated sights of Budapest. AdmireBratislava, we set out on a fascinating board the Eurostar to Brussels, thenthe many state buildings that line bothguided tour after lunch. As we continue by rail to Frankfurt - anbanks of the river including thewander the enchanting streets, we unexpectedly traditional and charmingGothic-style Parliament building andsee the dramatic historic buildings city, where we spend our rst night.Buda castle, all sensationally lit up, asand Baroque palaces. There is also well as the stunning Chain Bridge. free time to look aroundthe many Day 2Discovering Frankfurt andgalleries and museums or you could to lively Linz CRUISE DIRECTORS HIGHLIGHT:head to a bar to sample Slivovica, Our day starts with a guided tour ofSail through illuminated Budapesta traditional Slovak spirit made of Frankfurt, discovering the combinationon an enchanting evening cruise damson plums.of its rich history and modern facade. This afternoon, we journey by rail,Day 6Imperial Viennaenjoying our rst glimpse of theDay 4Discovering Budapest After a calm night of cruising, we arrive Bavarian Alps as we travel throughThis morning, we delve deeper intoin glorious Vienna for a sightseeing Munich to the delightful town of Linz,Budapests beauty and history. On atour. Making our way to Ringstrasse which sits on the Danube. We spendsightseeing tour of this captivatingboulevard, we see many of Viennas the night here amongst the cityscity, known as the Pearl of themost ornate buildings, including the charming character. Danube, we explore its impressiveimpressive Opera House and the buildings and monuments. From Stgrand Parliament Building. Tonight, Day 3By rail to Budapest Stephens Basilica to Heroes Squarewere joined onboard by four past On a guided tour of Linz this morning,and Fishermans Bastion, each sight ismembers of the Vienna Philharmonic we explore its quaint baroque oldmore remarkable than the last. Orchestra for a private classical recital. town. This afternoon, we travel to mesmerising Budapest where ourAfter lunch on board, explore the cityCRUISE DIRECTORS HIGHLIGHT: luxurious ship awaits and werefurther at your leisure before we setExplore the beauty of Viennas greeted with a refreshing cocktail.sail toward the scenic Danube Bend. Baroque streets on a guided tour56 THE DANUBE'