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12 Night Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise) Cruise and Land Tour

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12 Night Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise) Cruise and Land Tour

From Vienna, (Austria) to Istanbul, (Turkey)

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4 Stars

Cruise #: 13948210

Sail Date: Saturday, Apr 11, 2026

Return Date: Thursday, Apr 23, 2026

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12 Night Gems of Southeast Europe (Wine Cruise) Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Apr 11, 2026

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1

Vienna, Austria

Arrive in Vienna and transfer to your hotel.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Apr 12, 2026

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2

Vienna, Austria

The "City of Waltzes" offers a treasure trove of gems just waiting to be discovered on your city tour. See the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs before concluding in Vienna's historic city center. Following your city tour, spend your afternoon enjoying the festivities of the Christmas markets. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - Apr 13, 2026

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Vienna, Austria

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Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 3 - Monday - Apr 13, 2026

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3

Cruise Begins

Budapest, Hungary

Transfer from Vienna by motorcoach to Budapest where you'll be taken on a city tour. Visit the UNESCO-listed Castle Hill district, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Chain Bridge. (B,D)

Budapest, Hungary

Board the ship for your Gems of Southeast Europe Christmas cruise. (D)

Tuesday - Apr 14, 2026

Day
4

Mohacs, Hungary

Bus Travel

Pecs, Hungary

Bus Travel

Mohacs, Hungary

Enjoy a scenic morning cruise to Mohacs. In the afternoon, you can visit Pecs, founded more than 2,000 years ago by the Romans. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Christian Necropolis; St. Peter's Basilica, the city's main Catholic cathedral along with its catacombs; and Szechenyi Square, the heart of Old Town Pecs. You will also see the Mosque of Pasha Qasim the Victorious, one of the symbols of the city. You'll also have the opportunity to visit the delightful Pecs Christmas market with its sparkling Christmas tree in front of Town Hall. Alternatively, you can travel to the Szekszard wine region, one of the oldest red-wine-growing areas in Hungary, established more than 2,000 years ago. You may also take an exhilarating guided bike tour around Mohacs. (B,L,D) ...
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Wednesday - Apr 15, 2026

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5

Vukovar, Croatia

Discover Novi Sad, the "Serbian Athens", on a full-day walking tour to Dunavski Park; through Stari Grad, the Old Town center; and the Petrovaradin Fortress, originally built to defend against the Ottoman Turks, but now home to summertime festivals and beautiful views of the Danube below. Alternatively, explore this historic Croatian city of Vukovar on a city tour showcasing the Ovcara Memorial and Eltz Manor House. For a more active excursion, enjoy a guided bike tour of Vukovar. In the afternoon, wine connoisseurs will want to travel to Ilok, a center of wine production since Roman times. Here, you can sample the region's famous Grasevina, Traminac, and Frankovka wines. (B,L,D) ...
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Thursday - Apr 16, 2026

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Belgrade, Serbia

Explore Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on a city tour, which includes the Nikola Tesla Museum, encompassing the world-renowned inventor's life and inventions, as well as the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Sava, the largest such church in the world. You'll have time to explore Belgrade's Winter Fest where the main square brims with holiday delights with colorful Christmas market stalls, an ice-skating rink, concerts and more. Alternatively, you can hike to Belgrade Fortress. Later in the day, enjoy a taste of the region by sampling Serbian brandy, slivovitz, and delicious local delights at the Quburich Distillery. For those wishing a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ...
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Friday - Apr 17, 2026

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7

Golubac Fortress, Serbia

Iron Gates

Visit Golubac Fortress - a medieval fortified town on the south side of the Danube River - before cruising through the Iron Gates. The Iron Gates is one of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Danube narrows as it winds through a series of magnificent gorges between the Carpathian and Balkan mountains, forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. The ancient King Decebalus, the last king of Dacia, is proudly carved into the mountainside and always captivates travelers. (B,L,D) ...
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Saturday - Apr 18, 2026

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8

Vidin, Bulgaria

Explore Vidin, one of Bulgaria's oldest cities, and surrounding areas with a choice of excursions. Discover Baba Vida Fortress, the largest preserved medieval castle in Bulgaria, then explore Vidin on a guided walking tour, where you will also have the opportunity to visit the city's Christmas market. For a taste of local cuisine, visit a local home for a demonstration of traditional Bulgarian yogurt and banitsa, a pastry you will also get to make. Alternatively, you can bike through Vidin or enjoy a wine tasting at a local boutique winery. (B,L,D) ...
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Sunday - Apr 19, 2026

Day
9

Rousse, Bulgaria

Bus Travel

Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

Bus Travel

Rousse, Bulgaria

Giurgiu, Romania

Visit Bulgaria's ancient capital, Veliko Tarnovo, with its medieval fortress and multiple Orthodox temples. Enjoy the magic of the holidays when learning about the Bulgarian traditions and folklore during Christmastime. You can opt instead to go to Rousse, known for its 19th- and 20th-century Neo-Baroque and Neo-Rococo architecture, and then afterwards visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo with frescos revealing exceptional artistry of 14th-century paintings. Or travel through the Romanian countryside to the capital of Bucharest, known as the "Little Paris of the East". Enjoy a panoramic tour of the historic city center and its elegant architecture. You'll have the opportunity to enjoy the Bucharest Christmas market, shining bright in festive holiday lights, in front of the Palace of the Parliament. (B,L,D) ...
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Monday - Apr 20, 2026

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10

Giurgiu, Romania

Bid farewell to Giurgiu as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

Giurgiu, Romania

Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 10 - Monday - Apr 20, 2026

Day
10

Bus Travel

Bucharest, Romania

Air Travel

Istanbul, Turkey

Disembark the ship in Giurgiu and board a motorcoach to journey through the Romanian countryside to Bucharest. Later, board your flight to Istanbul, where you'll check into your hotel. (B)

Land Segment of Itinerary

Tuesday - Apr 21, 2026

Day
11

Istanbul, Turkey

Depart your hotel for an enriching guided walking tour, during which you will explore the Hagia Sophia, formerly a church before becoming a mosque and finally a museum. A beautiful example of old-world architecture, this museum showcases lovely Christian murals and Islamic symbols throughout. After the Hagia Sophia, visit Istanbul's similarly beautiful Blue Mosque, named for the blue Iznik tiles that cover its interior. For those who are interested, be guided to the lively Grand Bazaar and venture through the market before returning to your hotel. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Wednesday - Apr 22, 2026

Day
12

Istanbul, Turkey

Admire the grandeur of the spectacular Ottoman Sultans' Grand Palace of Topkapi, home to every Sultan from the 15th to the 19th century. During your tour, marvel at the private chambers of the Sultans, the Harem (women's quarters) and the Imperial Treasury's vast collection, including the jewel-encrusted Topkapi Dagger and the stunning 86-carat Spoonmaker's Diamond. (B) ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Thursday - Apr 23, 2026

Day
13

Istanbul, Turkey

Bid farewell to Istanbul as you prepare for your flight home. (B)

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