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Highlights

  • Start an all-day Danube River cruise featuring breakfast, lunch, snacks, apple strudel, and a 4-course dinner from the onboard menu.
  • Pass by Vienna’s skyline, Kahlenberg Mountain, and explore the Wachau Valley's vineyards and historic sites as you glide along the river.
  • Relax on MS Kaiserin Elisabeth II while enjoying classic Austrian dishes like schnitzel and apple strudel for a delightful culinary experience.
  • Choose between 4 hours in Bratislava or 2 hours in Dürnstein, or opt for a full-day trip to Bratislava by bus & boat with English or German tours.

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Discover the beauty of Austria with a full-day Danube River cruise from Vienna to Bratislava or Dürnstein on MS Kaiserin Elisabeth II. This exciting day trip offers an memorable journey through scenic landscapes and historic sites. Glide past famous landmarks like Vienna’s skyline, Kahlenberg Mountain, and explore the picturesque Wachau Valley known for its vineyards and heritage.

Enjoy a delightful culinary experience with breakfast included at the start of your cruise, followed by lunch snacks to keep you energized throughout the day. Indulge in classic Austrian flavors such as schnitzel and apple strudel during your onboard meals. The trip features an extensive 4-course dinner from the cruise menu, ensuring a satisfying end to your journey.

Choose between exploring Bratislava for four hours or Dürnstein for two hours, with both options available by bus & boat. These excursions are conducted in English or German and provide ample opportunity to explore local culture and history while enjoying the scenic beauty of each location.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Full-day cruise on the Danube River
  • Explore Wachau Valley
  • Breakfast included
  • Lunch snack included
  • Strudel included
  • Dinner included
  • Cruise menu provided
  • (Option-based) 2 hours to explore Dürnstein
  • (Option-based) 4 hours to explore Bratislava
  • Personal expenses

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Dogs are welcome on board but must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle.
  • Smoking is prohibited in the restaurant; however, it's permitted on the sun deck.
  • The cruise experience is accessible for wheelchair users and those with prams or strollers.
  • Children under 10 years old travel free of charge but food isn't included in their fare.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

  • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

  • Board your cruise at Marina Wien Yachthafen.

  • Address: Handelskai 343, 1020 Wien, Austria.

  • Landmark: Look for the ship "MS Empress Elisabeth".

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

Smoking is not allowed in the restaurant on all cruises, but it’s allowed on the sun deck.

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Dogs are welcome to join the cruise at no extra charge, but must be kept on a leash and wear a muzzle. Children under 10 travel free on the boat but food is not included.

Mandatory security checks cannot be skipped as they are required for all passengers on board.

Dogs are welcome aboard at no additional cost but must remain leashed and wear a muzzle throughout the trip.

Yes, the cruise is fully accessible to both wheelchairs and strollers.

The full-day package includes breakfast, a lunch snack, strudel, and a four-course dinner from the onboard menu.

Smoking is prohibited inside the restaurant but permitted on the sun deck of the boat.

Children under ten travel free on board; however, food must be purchased separately as it's not included in their fare.

You'll enjoy views of Vienna’s skyline, Kahlenberg Mountain, and the Wachau Valley with its vineyards and historic landmarks.

Yes, while meals are included, other personal expenses such as tips or additional purchases onboard are not covered.

Consider bringing comfortable clothing and a camera to capture your journey past scenic landmarks. Don't forget essentials like sunscreen, especially if you plan to spend time on the sun deck.

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