Danube River Cruise | Passau, Esztergom, Budapest

Your ship: BOLERO

Comfort, style and modern furnishings, plus panoramic views await you on board our BOLERO. Enjoy unique views in the best of company from our spacious sun deck or from the privacy of your own cabin. A spa with sauna and whirlpool are also available for even more relaxing moments. Our chef conjures up gourmet food in the galley on a daily basis, and our attentive crew cater to your every whim around the clock. Lunch and dinner menus are served at the table. Depending on the daily programme, choose between a light lunch buffet in front of the panorama salon or snacks from the barbecue station on the sun deck. In winter 2023/24 all public areas were modernised to an exclusive standard. In winter 2024/25 the cabins will be refitted.

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Languages: de, en
Capacity: 180 passengers
Crew: 40 members
Length: 126.7 meter
Width: 11.4 meter
Draught: 1.5 meter
Voltage: 220 volt

day 1, 25.08.2025

Passau

Casting off: 23:30

Embarkation 4pm to 5pm.

City tour Passau with trip to the fortress Oberhaus

Join us on a guided tour of the baroque old town of Passau, the starting point of your Danube journey. Learn interesting details while strolling through the winding streets and soak up the special atmosphere of this city. After the tour, take the bus to the Veste Oberhaus, which towers above the Danube on the opposite side of the river. From here you have a fantastic panoramic view of the Three Rivers City.

day 2, 26.08.2025

Krems

Mooring: 14:15 Casting off: 19:00

Cruising through the UNESCO World Heritage Wachau.

Herzogenburg Abbey & Krems City Tour

The double city of Krems-Stein offers its visitors a wealth of cultural and historical attractions. The more than thousand years old history of the city is present everywhere, be it on the streets and squares, in old churches and monasteries or even the town houses and fortified buildings. A visit to the Augustinian Canons' Monastery of Herzogenburg will send you on a journey back in time to the monastery's more than 900 years of history. This baroque jewel offers a wealth of valuable art treasures and also provides an interesting insight into monastic life.

day 3, 27.08.2025

Esztergom Basilika in Ungarn bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises entdecken

Esztergom in Ungarn bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises besichtigen

Budapest Parlamentsgebäude in Ungarn bei einer nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt

Esztergom
Budapest

Mooring: 12:00 Casting off: 15:30

Mooring: 19:30

Esztergom

Mooring: 12:00 Casting off: 15:30
Budapest

Mooring: 19:30

Esztergom Basilica Excursion

Budapest by night with folklore

Riverride Budapest

Esztergom Basilica Excursion

Today's destination is Esztergom, the former Gran was once the capital of Hungary. According to legend, the first Hungarian king and founder of the state Stephen I saw the light of day here. Once the first royal residence and today the seat of the head of the Catholic Church, the Bishop of Esztergom, the city has a great importance in the Hungarian consciousness. The cityscape is dominated by the neo-classical cathedral high above the city, which was dedicated to St. Stephen and, with 8,000 seats, is the largest church in Hungary. A small train takes you from the landing stage directly up to the impressive basilica. During the walk around the basilica you will enjoy a panoramic view of the Danube and the opposite Slovak Sturovo, before it goes by the little train through the city back to the ship.

Toilets: 1

Budapest by night with folklore

Experience the impressive performance of a Hungarian folklore group with their spirited music and colorful traditional costumes at this evening event typical of the country. You will be served a typical Hungarian goulash soup and Hungarian wine. Afterwards you will drive back to the ship through the nocturnal Budapest, past the brightly lit magnificent buildings, such as the Parliament, Fishermen's Bastion, Matthias Church, Buda Castle, the Chain Bridge and the Gellert Hill.

Toilets: 1

Riverride Budapest

An experience of a special kind offers you the ride with the amphibious bus Riverride. Enjoy the impressive sea of lights of the city first during a ride through the illuminated streets of Budapest, before the bus continues its tour on water. The bus driver becomes the captain and the "floating" bus gives you a special view of magnificent buildings, such as the Parliament, the Fishermen's Bastion and the Castle, which radiate a very special glow in the spotlight.

day 4, 28.08.2025

Budapest

Casting off: 20:45

Budapest city tour / walking tour

Puszta excursion from/to Budapest

E-bike Budapest

Budapest impressions

Budapest city tour / walking tour

Budapest is certainly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and bears the nickname "Queen of the Danube" not without reason. The Danube divides the Hungarian metropolis into the districts of Buda and Pest. You will first drive through the city center and enjoy the flair of the city. Enjoy a beautiful view of the Buda Castle, Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church, which still remind of the glory of past times. Also a small visit to the famous Budapest market hall may not be missing, of course.

Toilets: 1

Puszta excursion from/to Budapest

The drive to Lajosmizse takes you south of Budapest towards the Hungarian lowlands, the Puszta. Upon arrival at Tanya-Cszárda, you will be welcomed in the typical way of the country with schnapps and salty pastries. You will visit the stud farm and then you can take part in a short carriage ride across the vast plain of the Puszta. Afterwards the Csikos (Hungarian horse herders) invite you to a special kind of horse show. You will learn about the Hungarian horse traditions and get to know the habits of the former Csikos, because in former times the horse was the best friend of the man in the Puszta. After the presentation you will have the opportunity for a short walk through the stables of the Cszárda. Here you will also be served a small snack of Hungarian specialties and wine. In the boutique you will have the opportunity to buy Hungarian souvenirs, salami, paprika products, wine and brandy.

Toilets: 1

E-bike Budapest

Do you want to enjoy a bit of nature away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Budapest? Then this is the right excursion for you! Together with your bike guide you will go on an e-bike to Margaret Island, a green oasis of peace in the middle of the Danube. There you will also have a short refreshment break. On the way, you will experience the Hungarian Danube metropolis from a different perspective on your ride along the Danube.

Budapest impressions

Experience Budapest today from a different perspective and up close. The famous St. Istvan Basilica and the Opera House are just a few stops on your unique discovery tour on foot and by train through the Hungarian capital. Continue on a nostalgic journey through time on the oldest subway of the European continent. Walk on one of the most famous squares of Budapest and enjoy the special flair of the city.

day 5, 29.08.2025

Bratislava Burg Altstadt Slowakei bei nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt auf der Donau

Bratislava

Mooring: 13:45 Casting off: 23:00

City tour / walk Bratislava

Lights tour Bratislava

City tour / walk Bratislava

Bratislava is located in the fertile Danube plain south of the Small Carpathians in the immediate vicinity of the borders with Austria and Hungary. The Slovakian capital could be aptly described as "small but nice". The old town has been magnificently renovated with great attention to detail. During your sightseeing tour of Bratislava, you will first drive through the embassy district to the castle (Hrad), which towers high above the city and is considered the city's landmark. There you will make a photo stop and enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the city. Here you will also get more detailed information about the eventful history of the castle, which was the residence of numerous Hungarian kings for a long time before Maria Theresa settled there and the castle experienced its heyday. Afterwards, you will continue to the Old Town and begin the walking tour. Walking together through the Old Town of Bratislava, you will see the Redoubt, the National Theater, the City Hall and some Baroque palaces and the city gates that testify to the k.u.k. Monarchy. Among other things, you will also meet the most famous man of Bratislava, Gullimann Cumil.

Toilets: 1

Lights tour Bratislava

With a slow train you start your evening trip of a special kind. First stop is at the New Bridge where an elevator will take you up the 80m high pier to the panorama restaurant Ufo. From there you have a fantastic view over the night panorama of the border triangle Slovakia-Austria-Hungary, which you can enjoy extensively with a cocktail in your hand. Once back downstairs, the slow train continues its journey through nocturnal Bratislava and takes you up Castle Hill to the Parliament, where the city's sea of lights lies at your feet.

Toilets: 1

day 6, 30.08.2025

Hofburg in Wien Oesterreich bei einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt entdecken

Wien

Mooring: 06:30 Casting off: 19:00

Vienna city tour / walking tour

Excursion Biedermeier town Baden

E-bike Vienna

Wien Pallas-Athene-Brunnen in Österreich bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises

Vienna city tour / walking tour

Today the tradition-rich Danube metropolis Vienna is on the program. From the pier you will pass the "New Vienna" with the Uno-City and the Danube Island. See imposing magnificent buildings such as the State Opera, the Burgtheater, the Hofburg, the Parliament, the City Hall and the Votivkirche during the trip along the famous Ringstrasse. During a guided tour afterwards, you will experience this charming city and its world-famous "Viennese Schmäh" at first hand. After a short free time, you will pass the Praterstern and return to your ship.

Toilets: 2

Excursion Biedermeier town Baden

Join us on an excursion far off the beaten track. The charming town center of Baden is especially captivating with its charming Biedermeier buildings from the 19th century. The climatic health resort is located in the thermal region in the Vienna Woods and was already appreciated by emperors and kings. During a guided tour you can let the special atmosphere take effect on you.

E-bike Vienna

Experience Vienna far away from the well-known tourist paths on an e-bike. Explore together with your bike guide one of the most popular recreational areas in Vienna: the Danube Island. Learn interesting facts about life in the Austrian Danube metropolis from your guide along the way. Of course, a small refreshment break is not to be missed.

day 7, 31.08.2025

Ybbs

Mooring: 07:00 Casting off: 13:00

Visit of Maria Taferl

Visit of the hydropower plant Ybbs-Persenbeug

Visit of Maria Taferl

On the north bank of the Danube, just a short bus ride away, lies the most important pilgrimage site in Lower Austria: Maria Taferl. The pilgrimage basilica of the same name, the Lower Austrian national shrine of the Sorrowful Mother of God, is enthroned on a hill. The sacred building was built around a wayside shrine of the Virgin Mary. This is also the origin of the name "Maria Taferl". According to tradition, two miraculous healings took place at this place as early as 1633. In the following years, miracles and apparitions of angels were reported again and again at this place. After visiting the pilgrimage church, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Niebelungengau. Back in Ybbs, visit the old ship master's house, which today houses the art gallery "Atelier an der Donau". Marvel at paintings and sculptures by artists from all over the world. You are welcome to try your hand at the printing press. The tour ends with a walk through the small alleys of the old town of Ybbs, where you can still see the wealth from earlier times.

Toilets: 2

Visit of the hydropower plant Ybbs-Persenbeug

Ybbs-Persenbeug is the oldest and, in terms of output, the fourth most powerful Danube power plant in Austria. Completed in 1959, the main purpose of the power plant is to generate electricity from hydropower. However, the construction of the plant also made the Danube safer for navigation. Whirlpools and shallows have been a thing of the past ever since. Experience the functions of the individual components up close during an impressive guided tour. Seeing hydroelectric power generation up close is not only something for technology enthusiasts. During the walk over the dam wall to the lock chambers, the dimensions become visible. During the tour of the lock facility (weather permitting), you will learn details about navigation, the lock process, and the duties of the lock supervisors.

Toilets: 1

day 8, 01.09.2025

Passau

Mooring: 04:30

Disembarkation until 09:30am

Vienna city tour / walking tour

Today the tradition-rich Danube metropolis Vienna is on the program. From the pier you will pass the "New Vienna" with the Uno-City and the Danube Island. See imposing magnificent buildings such as the State Opera, the Burgtheater, the Hofburg, the Parliament, the City Hall and the Votivkirche during the trip along the famous Ringstrasse. During a guided tour afterwards, you will experience this charming city and its world-famous "Viennese Schmäh" at first hand. After a short free time, you will pass the Praterstern and return to your ship.

Toilets: 2

Budapest city tour / walking tour

Budapest is certainly one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and bears the nickname "Queen of the Danube" not without reason. The Danube divides the Hungarian metropolis into the districts of Buda and Pest. You will first drive through the city center and enjoy the flair of the city. Enjoy a beautiful view of the Buda Castle, Fishermen's Bastion and Matthias Church, which still remind of the glory of past times. Also a small visit to the famous Budapest market hall may not be missing, of course.

Toilets: 1

City tour / walk Bratislava

Bratislava is located in the fertile Danube plain south of the Small Carpathians in the immediate vicinity of the borders with Austria and Hungary. The Slovakian capital could be aptly described as "small but nice". The old town has been magnificently renovated with great attention to detail. During your sightseeing tour of Bratislava, you will first drive through the embassy district to the castle (Hrad), which towers high above the city and is considered the city's landmark. There you will make a photo stop and enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the city. Here you will also get more detailed information about the eventful history of the castle, which was the residence of numerous Hungarian kings for a long time before Maria Theresa settled there and the castle experienced its heyday. Afterwards, you will continue to the Old Town and begin the walking tour. Walking together through the Old Town of Bratislava, you will see the Redoubt, the National Theater, the City Hall and some Baroque palaces and the city gates that testify to the k.u.k. Monarchy. Among other things, you will also meet the most famous man of Bratislava, Gullimann Cumil.

Toilets: 1

Herzogenburg Abbey & Krems City Tour

The double city of Krems-Stein offers its visitors a wealth of cultural and historical attractions. The more than thousand years old history of the city is present everywhere, be it on the streets and squares, in old churches and monasteries or even the town houses and fortified buildings. A visit to the Augustinian Canons' Monastery of Herzogenburg will send you on a journey back in time to the monastery's more than 900 years of history. This baroque jewel offers a wealth of valuable art treasures and also provides an interesting insight into monastic life.

Danube cultural treasures

Why this trip?

Early booking discount

Itinerary

Passau

City tour Passau with trip to the fortress Oberhaus

Krems

Herzogenburg Abbey & Krems City Tour

Esztergom

Budapest

Esztergom Basilica Excursion

Budapest by night with folklore

Riverride Budapest

Budapest

Budapest city tour / walking tour

Puszta excursion from/to Budapest

E-bike Budapest

Budapest impressions

Bratislava

City tour / walk Bratislava

Lights tour Bratislava

Wien

Vienna city tour / walking tour

Excursion Biedermeier town Baden

E-bike Vienna

Ybbs

Visit of Maria Taferl

Visit of the hydropower plant Ybbs-Persenbeug

Passau

Services

The services provided during your trip

Additional services

Your ship: BOLERO

Esztergom

Budapest

Danube cultural treasures