Europe's Grand Riverscapes: Budapest to Nuremberg
Europe's Grand Riverscapes: Budapest to Nuremberg
Cruise overview
Cruise ID
RIVLUXRVS-DB251015-7
Cruise Line
Cruise Type
River
Ship
Duration
7 nights
Departure Port
Destination
Nuremberg
Departure Date
15 Oct 25
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Day 1
Budapest (Hungary)
About Budapest
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Day 2
Bratislava (Slovakia)
About Bratislava
Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary. The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town. The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History. Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s. Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars. The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city. However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area.
Day 3
Vienna (Austria)
About Vienna
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines.
Day 4
Dürnstein (Austria)
About Dürnstein
Dürnstein is a town located in the Northeast of Austria, situated on the Danube river. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site and wine region of Wachauer. It is a popular destination for wine lovers as many wineries offer accommodation. In addition to wine tasting and vineyard tours, visitors will find exploring the area on foot is easy and enjoyable. Take one of the many beautiful hiking trails across ancient rocks and admire the impressive views across the Danube valley. Children will enjoy exploring the outdoors of Dürnstein too, with outdoor playgrounds and theme trails available to keep them entertained. In addition, children and adults will enjoy Austria’s only outdoor biological swimming pool, Kuenringerbad, with an average temperature of 23 degrees celsius. Enjoy views of the town from overhead helicopter tours, leisurely river excursions, or hike up into the mountains and explore some of Dürnstein’s ruins. The mountains offer the ruins of Dürnstein castle and city wall as well as beautiful flora and fauna to spot.
Day 4
Melk (Austria)
About Melk
Melk is an Austrian town situated on the River Danube. Located west of Vienna, the town is mostly famous for its 11th Century Melk Abbey, a magnificent monastery built high above the town. Melk Abbey is the largest example of Baroque architecture in the Wachau Valley, with the valley itself awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2000. Its steep terraced vineyards mean vinters cultivate with traditional manual practices and the springtime sees this unique landscape covered in apricot tree blossoms. Strolling around the streets of Melk Old Town, visitors will find the Town Hall Square, the Main Square, the old Post Office, now a local museum, Old Abbey Tavern, and Kremser Strasse. River cruises, self-guided walking tours and cycle tours are also extremely popular around Melk, as the Wachau Valley offers unique landscape to be explored and enjoyed. Art festivals and Baroque music is celebrated each year with the Melk Baroque Days, an international festival.
Day 5
Aschach (Austria)
About Aschach
Day 5
Passau (Germany)
About Passau
Passau is a German city located in the Southeast of Germany on the Austrian border. It is situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz. The Three Rivers City, as it’s also known, is unique for its three contrasting currents of blue, green and black. Old Town of Passau is home to towering buildings of striking architecture: the majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus, the Pilgrimage Church Mariahilf and St Stephen's Cathedral. Many of Passau’s attractions can be found in this area, including the New Bishop’s Residence, the Gothic Town Hall, as well as many churches and museums. Visitors can stroll along the riverfront promenades and romantic lanes whilst enjoying the picturesque landscape. For modern art, The Museum of Modern Art and Glass Museum Passau are recommended as they offer something a bit different. Theatre and cabaret are a popular evening pastime, with performances at the former Prince Bishopric Theatre or some lively cabaret and Jazz at the Scharfrichterhaus. Visitors will also find many traditional local Bavarian and Austrian cafes and restaurants offering a cosy atmosphere with home cooked food from local produce.
Day 6
Regensburg (Germany)
About Regensburg
Regensburg is a medieval city of Bavaria in southeast Germany. It is situated on the northern point of the Danube River at its confluence with the Regen and Naab rivers. The city is famous for its iconic 12th Century stone bridge and sixteen arches, crossing the Danube into Old Town and is the oldest preserved bridge in Germany. Regensburg is also noted for its 13th Century Regensburg Cathedral and Gothic twin spires that feature prominently on the city’s skyline. Recently awarded UNESCO World Heritage status, the city is home to many preserved sites. Visit the the 2nd Century Porta Praetoria which served as the north gate to a Roman camp and St Peter’s Cathedral, with its French Gothic architecture. Also the 18th Century Thurn and Taxis Palace and the Old Town Hall, which is now home to the Imperial Diet Museum, are also worth a visit. Regensburg benefits from lots of parks and gardens for visitors to relax in, as well as walks and cycle paths along the banks of the rivers.
Day 6
Kelheim (Germany)
About Kelheim
Day 7
Nuremberg (Germany)
About Nuremberg
Nuremberg is a medieval city located in northern Bavaria in Germany. It is Bavaria's second largest city and is noted for its iconic red roofed buildings and medieval architecture. The imperial Castle overlooks Nuremberg and was one of the most important fortifications of the Roman Empire. For more significant cultural history, the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, one of the largest cultural history museums in the German speaking world, offers visitors exhibitions from Prehistoric all the way to present day. Walking tours around the city offer an enjoyable and active way to learn of Nuremberg’s history and culture. Through Old Town, discover fountains, wells, churches, and art treasures, as well as learning of the colourful past and cosmopolitan present of the city and its people. Nuremberg is also home to one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, where visitors can purchase traditional handmade decorations and enjoy the famous gingerbread, mulled wine, and grilled sausage from over one hundred and eighty wooden stalls.
Day 8
Nuremberg (Germany)
About Nuremberg
Nuremberg is a medieval city located in northern Bavaria in Germany. It is Bavaria's second largest city and is noted for its iconic red roofed buildings and medieval architecture. The imperial Castle overlooks Nuremberg and was one of the most important fortifications of the Roman Empire. For more significant cultural history, the Germanisches Nationalmuseum, one of the largest cultural history museums in the German speaking world, offers visitors exhibitions from Prehistoric all the way to present day. Walking tours around the city offer an enjoyable and active way to learn of Nuremberg’s history and culture. Through Old Town, discover fountains, wells, churches, and art treasures, as well as learning of the colourful past and cosmopolitan present of the city and its people. Nuremberg is also home to one of the oldest Christmas markets in Germany, the Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt, where visitors can purchase traditional handmade decorations and enjoy the famous gingerbread, mulled wine, and grilled sausage from over one hundred and eighty wooden stalls.
Owner's Suite
Min.
occupancy: 2
Min.
occupancy: 5
Our Owner's Suite connects the Debussy Suite with one Riverside Suite offering a total of 82sqm.
The ultimate in comfort when travelling with your family of if you prefer the luxury of two separate bed and bathrooms. A private limousine transfer from and to the airport train station or hotel is included.
- Two bedrooms with two en suite bathrooms
- Private entry vestibule
- Separate living, dining area and guest powder room
- Suite-wide triple french balcony
Living / Dining Area
- Spacious living area with custom upholstered sofa and two armchairs
- Carved marble fireplace with ambient fire effect
- 40" flat screen HD TV integrated into custom millwork
- Dining table for 4
- Nespresso machine
- Writing desk
- Refrigerator
Master Bedroom
- King-size bed (convertible to two twin beds) - faces French Balcony
- King-size pillows and superior cotton linens
- 220V power and USB outlets
- Walk-in closet
- Flat-screen HD TV
- Personal safe
- French balcony
- Master Bath
- Double Vanity with generous storage
- Separate seated marble vanity with makeup mirror
- Glass-enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious terry robes, slippers and upscale amenities
- Bath tub
- Hairdryer
- 220V power
2nd Connecting Bedroom and Seating Area
- King-size bed (convertible to two twin beds)
- King-size pillows and superior cotton linens
- Bedside table with convenient iPad
- 220V power and USB outlets
- Full-height wardrobe
- Sofa
- Height-adjustable dining/coffee table
- Desk/bar area with refrigerator drawer
- Nespresso coffee machine
- 40" flat-screen HD TV
- Personal safe
- French Balcony
2nd Bathroom
- Vanity
- Glass-enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious terry robes, slippers and upscale amenities
- Hairdryer
- 220V power
Additional Amenities
- Complimentary ironing service
- Complimentary laundry service
- On days of embarkation and disembarkation, complimentary limousine transfer between the airport in the port city and the ship or between a hotel in the port city and the ship.
Debussy Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Living / Dining Area
- Spacious living area with sofa (with pullout bed) and two armchairs
- Carved marble fireplace with ambient fire effect
- 40" flat-screen HD TV
- Dining table
- Espresso coffee machine
- Writing desk
- Minibar
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
Bedroom
- King-size bed (convertible to two twin beds) facing panoramic balcony-window
- King-size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- 220V power and USB outlets
- Walk-in closet
- 40" flat-screen HD TV
- In-suite safe
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
Bathroom
- Double vanity with generous storage space
- Separate toilet with sink
- Glass-enclosed rain shower
- Luxurious bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V power socket
Additional Amenities
- Complimentary ironing service
- Complimentary laundry service
- On days of embarkation and disembarkation, complimentary limousine transfer between the airport in the port city and the ship or between a hotel in the port city and the ship.
Riverside Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Bedroom
- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing panoramic balcony-window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
Bathroom
- Double vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurios bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- 220V/110V electricity
On days of embarkation and disembarkation, complimentary limousine transfer between the airport in the port city and the ship or between a hotel in the port city and the ship.
Seahorse Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Bedroom
- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing panoramic balcony-window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
Bathroom
- Double vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurios bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- 220V/110V electricity
On days of embarkation and disembarkation, complimentary limousine transfer between the airport in the port city and the ship or between a hotel in the port city and the ship.
Symphony Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Bedroom
- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing panoramic balcony-window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- Espresso coffee machine
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
Bathroom
- Single vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurios bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
On days of embarkation and disembarkation, complimentary limousine transfer between the airport in the port city and the ship or between a hotel in the port city and the ship.
Melody Suite
Min.
occupancy: 1
Min.
occupancy: 2
Bedroom
- King size bed (convertible into two single beds) facing panoramic balcony-window
- King size pillows
- Bed linen made of finest cotton
- Walk-in closet
- Armchair
- Height adjustable dining/coffee table
- Writing desk/bar area with refrigerator
- Espresso coffee machine
- 40" flat screen HD TV
- In-Suite Safe
- 220V/110V as well as USB port charger
- Panoramic Balcony-Window
Bathroom
- Single vanity
- Glass enclosed rain shower
- Luxurios bathrobes
- Slippers
- High quality personal care products
- Hair dryer
- 220V/110V electricity
On days of embarkation and disembarkation, complimentary limousine transfer between the airport in the port city and the ship or between a hotel in the port city and the ship.
Riverside Debussy
He was a real charmer. Poetry and charm characterise his works. His compositions were regarded at the time as the start of a “new form of music”, and the tours with the Riverside Debussy may also be understood as the dawn of a new era of river cruising on the Rhine. This ship is a luxury resort on water, and at the same time an island of tranquillity. It offers guests plenty of space and a first-class kitchen, while simultaneously guaranteeing privacy. The Riverside Debussy leaves nothing to be desired.
Ship Facts
| Speed | 12 | ||||||
| Width | 12 | ||||||
| Length | 135 | ||||||
| Capacity | 106 | ||||||
| Currency | EUR | ||||||
| Language | en-GB | ||||||
| Crew Count | 68 | ||||||
| Deck Count | 4 | ||||||
| Refit Year | |||||||
| Cabin Count | 53 | ||||||
| Launch Year | 2018 | ||||||
| Gross Tonnage | 5000 | ||||||
| Electrical Plugs |
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| Large Cabin Count | 0 | ||||||
| Wheelchair Cabin Count | 0 |
Deck 4 | Vista
Stairs
- Roof Glass
- Grill
- Vista Bar
- Canopy
Deck 3 | Riverside
Wheelhouse
- Stairs
- Palm Court
- Vintage Room
- Bistro
- Elevator
- Entrance
- Swimming Pool
- Deluxe Suite with Panoramic Balcony-window
- Petite Suite with Panoramic Balcony-window
Deck 2 | Seahorse
Deluxe Suite with Panoramic Balcony-window
- Petite Suite with Panoramic Balcony-window
- Reception
- Waterside
- Pantry
- Entrance
- Elevator & Stairs
Deck 1 | Harmony
Fitness Centre
- Treatment Room
- Guest Laundry
- Stairs & Elevator
FINE CUISINE COMME IL FAUT!
Luxury means having a choice. On the Riverside Debussy, you have the choice between different culinary concepts. Our chefs will spoil you from breakfast to dinner – they prepare everything themselves, with regional, fresh products. The bread and jam are also baked and prepped on board. With the Riverside Debussy, travel has two dimensions to it: You will experience dreamlike landscapes and special cities, and at the same time our chefs will tailor their creations to the regions through which the ship is currently sailing. The same goes for wine. Here’s to life, and all the pleasure it brings!
Bistro
Experience: cover
Food: Food Hall
When the smell of freshly brewed coffee and tempting pastries hits your nose in the morning, you know: Here, you can enjoy a wonderful breakfast even if you are a late riser. Our bistro was modelled on a coffee house. In the evening, you will be sure to enjoy the simple things here: Tapas will let your heart sing. In culinary terms, these are matched to the region in which the ship has just docked – or through which it is currently sailing.
Vista Upper Deck
Experience: cover
Food: bbq
This deck is a bar and barbecue and another highlight on the Riverside Debussy. How about eating freshly grilled scampi for lunch, drinking a glass of Riesling from the region and letting the UNESCO-protected, romantic landscape between Bingen and Bacharach pass by? Or gazing at the cool and simultaneously grandiose testimonies to North Rhine’s industrial culture with a glass of champagne as the sun sets? Oh, life is beautiful!
Waterside Restaurant
Experience: cover
Food: fine
It is a gourmet island with a buffet at lunchtime and a Michelin star-level, fine-dining world in the evening. The oval marble counter and the black-brown wooden mosaic at the entrance of the Waterside Restaurant already hint at a truly stylish interior here. Here, you sit on royal blue velvet armchairs and will do one thing above all: enjoy. Our chefs will enchant you. Promise.
Vintage Room
Experience: cover
Food: Exclusive
Special occasions need a special place. Our Vintage Room is just such a place: a room for small group dinners for up to 10 people. So much style: Here you sit on comfortable grey leather armchairs and enjoy Michelin star-level creations. Cabinets set in gold to temper the wines already reveal that only the very best is served here, finely tuned to each individual course. The Vintage Room can also be booked for private parties with friends.
Reception & Atrium
The Reception can be found on Deck 2.
Vista Bar & Canopies
The canopies, sun loungers and Vista Bar can be found on Deck 4.
Palm Court
The Palm Court can be found on Deck 3.
Swimming Pool
The Swimming Pool can be found on Deck 4.