Trip Reports
Duration
7 Nights
Journey Type
Cruise only (Please call for flight options)
Ports
12 Ports
22 October
Setting sail from Vienna
Formerly the centre of the Habsburg Empire, Vienna is as grand a European capital as you can imagine, jam packed full of thrusting, bombastic buildings that stand as a reminder of Austria's glorious imperial heyday. Architectural highlights include the Spanish Riding School, the Schönbrunn Palace and the Hofburg, the sprawling former residence of the Habsburg royals. Vienna is also a city rich in cultural capital, and still reverberates to the sound of the great composers who lived and worked here, including Mozart, Schubert, Brahms and Liszt.
Don't miss
Schloss Schonbrunn, the Habsburgs' summer palace, with great gardens too. Just a few of the huge number of rooms are open – the Imperial Tour takes you into 26.
23 October
Austria: Dürnstein
One of the prettiest towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley, little Dürnstein charms visitors with its handsome 16th century architecture. Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned in the castle that sits on the hillside above the town, and the region is also famous for its wine.
23 October
Austria: Melk
The riverside village of Melk is best known for its spectacular abbey, a Baroque masterpiece that dominates the landscape. A Benedictine abbey was first established here in 1089, and the 18th century reconstruction that you can see today is still a working monastery.
24 October
Austria: Linz (Salzburg)
The city of Linz is included on river cruise itineraries due to its proximity to Salzburg, which is where you’ll most likely be headed. Salzburg’s Altstadt attracts millions of visitors every year with its fairytale skyline of domes and spires, and the city is renowned as both the birthplace of Mozart and the setting for ‘The Sound of Music’.
24 October
Austria: Engelhartszell an der Donau
Engelhartszell is a pretty riverside village in the fertile Innviertel region, with a 13th-century abbey where you’ll find one of the very few licensed Trappist breweries outside of Belgium. As well as beer you can also buy cheeses, apple juices and liqueurs produced by the monks.
24-25 October
Germany: Passau
The pretty Bavarian town of Passau, situated close to Germany’s border with Austria, enjoys a unique setting at the confluence of three rivers: the Inn, the Ilz and the Danube. The narrow cobbled streets of the handsome old town, the Altstadt, are quite delightful.
26 October
Austria: Linz (Salzburg)
The city of Linz is included on river cruise itineraries due to its proximity to Salzburg, which is where you’ll most likely be headed. Salzburg’s Altstadt attracts millions of visitors every year with its fairytale skyline of domes and spires, and the city is renowned as both the birthplace of Mozart and the setting for ‘The Sound of Music’.
26-27 October
Austria: Mauthausen, Grein, Ybbs an der Donau
27 October
Austria: Dürnstein
One of the prettiest towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley, little Dürnstein charms visitors with its handsome 16th century architecture. Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned in the castle that sits on the hillside above the town, and the region is also famous for its wine.
28-29 October
Arriving in Vienna
Our tip
Opera in Vienna is a must – speak to us about what’s on so we can book your tickets in advance.
Your home from home
The Riverside Mozart sets the standard for luxury on the Danube with spacious suites and attentive personalised service.
What we love
Riverside Mozart brings a wealth of space along with outstanding service, excellent dining with genuine open seating and many tables for two, a fantastic spa area with pool, and a fresh contemporary style.
| Capacity | 162 Guests |
|---|---|
| Crew | 82 staff |
| Style | Glamorous and stylish, Riverside Mozart brings together the best in contemporary design with an abundance of space and four fabulous dining options. |
| Inclusions |
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If you’ve got time, go to magical Salzburg too, you will love it.
