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From Passau to the Black Sea

15 days | Passau - Black Sea - Passau

Riverscapes: From picturesque Wachau to the dramatic scenery of the Danube Cataracts, and between them the former imperial cities and royal seats, full of memories of times past, such as Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava as well as the magnificent metropolises of Belgrade and Bucharest. Enchanting towns such as Pécs, Novi Sad and Ruse make wonderful visit destinations. The cruise fare includes an excursion to the coastal town of Constanța where you can enjoy the Black Sea scenery. Enjoy an intensive experience of the Danube between Passau and the Black Sea – on our ultra-modern and innovative nickoVISION.

Why this trip?

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Passau in Deutschland bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises besichtigen
Hofburg in Wien Oesterreich bei einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt entdecken
Nach Donau Solt mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt
nicko cruises Flussreise auf der Donau in Ungarn bei Mohacs
Belgrad Sava Kathedrale bei Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben
Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises Rumänien Rousse Freiheitsdenkmal
Konstanza Casino Rumänien bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises besuchen
Rumänien Giurgu Giurgiu mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt Donau
Novi Sad in Serbien bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben
Aljmas Kirche in Kroatien mit einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Schifffahrt entdecken
Budapest Parlamentsgebäude in Ungarn bei einer nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt
Bratislava Burg Altstadt Slowakei bei nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt auf der Donau
Weißenkirchen in Österreich bei einer Donau Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises entdecken
Route map nicko cruises english river cruises ship nickOVISION 2024 15days MEL-VIS
Passau in Deutschland bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises besichtigen
Hofburg in Wien Oesterreich bei einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt entdecken
Nach Donau Solt mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt
nicko cruises Flussreise auf der Donau in Ungarn bei Mohacs
Belgrad Sava Kathedrale bei Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben
Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises Rumänien Rousse Freiheitsdenkmal
Konstanza Casino Rumänien bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises besuchen
Rumänien Giurgu Giurgiu mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt Donau
Novi Sad in Serbien bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben
Aljmas Kirche in Kroatien mit einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Schifffahrt entdecken
Budapest Parlamentsgebäude in Ungarn bei einer nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt
Bratislava Burg Altstadt Slowakei bei nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt auf der Donau
Weißenkirchen in Österreich bei einer Donau Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises entdecken
  • nickoVISION: River ship of the year 2018, with innovative on-board concept with three restaurants to choose daily without surcharge
  • You can take an excursion to Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria’s former capital city with its rich history and picturesque setting
  • An excursion to Constanța, one of the beautiful port cities on the Black Sea coast, is included in the cruise fare
  • Passage through the Danube Cataracts, and the Carpathian Gorge with breathtaking canyons and the Iron Gate
  • Discover the widely unknown Lower Danube and enjoy this region’s special flair

Itinerary

Passau in Deutschland bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises besichtigen
Passau in Deutschland bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises besichtigen

Passau

Casting off: 17:00

Embarkation 16:00 to 17:00.

Hofburg in Wien Oesterreich bei einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt entdecken
Naturhistorisches Museum in Wien Oesterreich bei einer nicko cruises Donau Flussreise erleben
Hofburg in Wien Oesterreich bei einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt entdecken

Wien

Mooring: 13:30 Casting off: 17:30
Vienna city tour / walking tour
Total duration: 1.5 hrs.
Wien Pallas-Athene-Brunnen in Österreich bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises
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.

 

Total duration: 1.5 hrs. Toilets: 2
Total duration: 1.5 hrs.
Nach Donau Solt mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt
nicko cruises Flussreise auf der Donau in Ungarn bei Mohacs
Nach Donau Solt mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt
Mooring: 13:30 Casting off: 14:00
Mooring: 19:15 Casting off: 19:45
Excursion Pécs
Puszta excursion with Kalocsa
Excursion Pécs
After a drive through the Hungarian lowlands you will reach Pecs (Fünfkirchen), one of the most beautiful cities in Hungary. Located in southern Transdanubia, on the slopes of the Mecsek Mountains, Pecs welcomes its visitors with a mild climate, southern flair and numerous monuments and works of art. In 2010, Pecs was named the European Capital of Culture. In the center you will find one of the most beautiful squares in Hungary with Szechenyi Square and the Plague Column. During a tour you will see, among other things, the city's basilica, but also the Szsami Mosque, which was later converted into a church. The original elements of the mosque were masterfully incorporated into the reconstruction. You will further reach the Zsolnay Fountain with its enchanting ceramic decorations, which even defy the weather and decorate the fountain all year round. Strolling through the pedestrian zone, you will experience the special atmosphere of the city.
Toilets: 1
Puszta excursion with Kalocsa
The first archbishopric in Hungary, Kalcosa houses a beautiful cathedral as well as the Archbishop's Palace, whose library contains a Bible with Martin Luther's writing. Kalocsa is also known for its folk art, especially the colorful embroidery and floral motifs on walls and furniture. From Kalcosa, the noble sweet paprika conquered the world and made the town known as a paprika stronghold. Passing paprika fields, you will go through the Hungarian lowlands, the Puszta, to the Csarda. Here you will visit the stud farm and afterwards you can take part in a short carriage ride over the wide plain of the Puszta. Afterwards the csikos (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 performance you will be served a snack and wine. In the boutique you will have the opportunity to buy Hungarian handicrafts, paprika products, wine and liquor.
Toilets: 1
Belgrad Sava Kathedrale bei Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben
Belgrad Sava Kathedrale bei Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben

Belgrade

Mooring: 13:00 Casting off: 23:30
City tour / walk Belgrade
Evening trip Belgrade
City tour / walk Belgrade
From the pier, a short ride takes you up to Kalemegdan Fortress, the most important building and famous landmark of Belgrade, which you can already see from the ship. You can admire some artifacts of the Army History Museum here in passing. In addition, from the fortress you will enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, as well as of New Belgrade. During a subsequent walk through the city center and the pedestrian zone with Republic Square, you will experience the daily hustle and bustle of the Serbian capital. With a tour of the city, which also takes you past the Royal Palace, the City Hall and the Church of St. Savas - one of the largest Orthodox places of worship in the world - the excursion through the Balkan metropolis ends at your ship.
Toilets: 2
Evening trip Belgrade
Let the evening in Belgrade end in an upbeat and colorful way! By bus you will leave from the "Sava pier" for a typical Serbian evening. One of the best Serbian folklore groups will offer you a folklore performance of the highest class with heart and joy. Look forward to Serbian wine, music and dances with the appropriate costumes from all parts of Serbia, as well as the minorities living in Serbia. Various influences, such as from Russia or Turkey, have shaped Serbian folklore and made it so varied, colorful and spirited. The end of this lively evening is a short light tour through the evening Belgrade, before returning to the ship.
Toilets: 1
Eisernes Tor in Rumänien bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises
Eisernes Tor in Rumänien bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises

Day 5

Passage of the Danube cataracts with the famous "Iron Gate".

Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises Rumänien Rousse Freiheitsdenkmal
Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises Rumänien Rousse Freiheitsdenkmal

Rousse

Mooring: 14:00 Casting off: 21:00
City tour / walk Rousse
Excursion Veliko Tarnovo
City tour / walk Rousse

The fifth largest city in Bulgaria with the largest port on the Danube, once bore the Roman name Sexaginta Prista, the city of sixty ships. The house facades are a mix of Baroque, Renaissance and other eras. You will start your tour in the old city center. Passing the railroad station, you will go to the Pantheon, a Christian memorial to Bulgarian heroes. The tour will continue to the Alyosha Monument, the concert hall and then to the Central Square, where you will visit the Bulgarian Orthodox Trinity Church before a short walk through the city center where you will see the Freedom Monument, the Opera House and the Court.

Toilets: 1
Excursion Veliko Tarnovo
After a drive through the picturesque Bulgarian countryside you will reach Veliko Tarnovo, the former capital of Bulgaria. In the Middle Ages, the city had a lively political and cultural life. For over 200 years Veliko Tarnovo was considered the third Rome and the second Constantinople in the European courts. The city with its residential and artisan quarters as well as numerous churches, monasteries and terraces was built on the steep slopes of the Zarevets, Trapesitza and Momina Krepost hills. After a stroll through the craftsmen's alley you will make a photo stop at the hill Zarewetz, on which the castle and thus the seat of the Bulgarian tsar was built. Afterwards you will continue to Arbanassi, a small village nestled in the beautiful hilly landscape around Veliko Tarnovo. During a walk through the picturesque alleys you will enjoy the special charm of this place. The Bulgarian Orthodox Church of the Assumption of Christ is probably Arbanassi's greatest treasure. Wall paintings, wood carvings and numerous icons are worth a visit. Magnificent town houses from the 17th-19th centuries invite you to linger.
Toilets: 1
Konstanza Casino Rumänien bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises besuchen
Konstanza Casino Rumänien bei einer Donau Flussreise mit nicko cruises besuchen

Cernavoda

Mooring: 06:30 Casting off: 17:00

On your inclusive excursion to Constanza on the Black Sea with lunch you will enjoy southern flair and fresh sea air.

Rumänien Giurgu Giurgiu mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt Donau
Rumänien Giurgu Giurgiu mit nicko cruises Flusskreuzfahrt Donau

Giurgiu

Mooring: 07:30 Casting off: 14:00
Bucharest city tour / walking tour
Bucharest city tour / walking tour
By bus we travel through rural Romania to Bucharest. Generous avenues and imposing buildings, such as the Arc de Triomphe, give Bucharest a certain "French flair", which has earned the Romanian metropolis the nickname "Little Paris of the East". You will also experience the flair of the city while strolling through the old town, the so-called Lipskan. Here you will also visit one of the oldest Romanian Orthodox churches "Stavropoleus" and have the opportunity to learn more about the history of the religion. Afterwards, in the Romanian capital, you will go to the Palace of the People, the second largest administrative building in the world. Here you will make a short photo stop before the bus takes you back to the ship.
Toilets: 2
nicko cruises Kreuzfahrt Flussreise oder Seereise Urlaub auf dem Schiff
nicko cruises Kreuzfahrt Flussreise oder Seereise Urlaub auf dem Schiff

Day 9

Enjoy a relaxing river day on board.

Novi Sad in Serbien bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben
Novi Sad in Serbien bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises erleben

Novi Sad

Mooring: 14:30 Casting off: 23:00
City tour Novi Sad
City tour Novi Sad
In 1748, Novi Sad was declared a royal free city by Maria Theresa and given the name "Neoplanta". Since the official language in Hungary was Latin, "Neusatz" was translated by the Serbs as Novi Sad. The city developed into a flourishing cultural center, a metropolis for artists and writers. In the 19th century, the Serbian town was therefore also called "Athens of the North". From the pier you have a wonderful view of the Peterwardein Fortress, which towers on the opposite side of the Danube. Enjoy the youthful and cozy flair of this city during a walk through the pedestrian zone with its narrow streets and wide squares, the beautiful and colorfully restored houses.
Toilets: 1
Aljmas Kirche in Kroatien mit einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Schifffahrt entdecken
Aljmas Kirche in Kroatien mit einer nicko cruises Donau Fluss Schifffahrt entdecken

Aljmas

Mooring: 07:30 Casting off: 13:00
Kopački rit Nature Park
Kopački rit Nature Park

About an hour's bus ride from our pier, between the Danube and Drava rivers, lies the Kopacki rit Nature Park, one of the largest and best preserved marshlands in Europe. The canals and lakes overgrown with reeds are mostly surrounded by white willow trees and their surface is covered with white water lilies. These give a home to numerous freshwater fish (carp, pike, perch), reptiles (fire salamander, pond turtle) and bird species (cormorants, storks). The most famous inhabitant is probably Europe's largest eagle, the white sea eagle. Experience the untouched nature during a boat trip and with a little luck you will also see some of the wild animals that live there. Afterwards, you will go to the nearby Rural Haus, where you will learn more about the area, its tradition and culture during an interesting and humorous presentation, among other things, you will learn what is behind the scary "Busho" mask. Tasting local products, such as ajvar and slivovitz are also part of the visit before heading back to the ship through the Slavonian Plain.

Toilets: 2
Budapest Parlamentsgebäude in Ungarn bei einer nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt
Budapest Parlamentsgebäude in Ungarn bei einer nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt

Budapest

Mooring: 08:30 Casting off: 21:00
Budapest city tour / walking tour
Budapest impressions
E-bike Budapest
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
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.
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.
Bratislava Burg Altstadt Slowakei bei nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt auf der Donau
Bratislava Altstadt Slowakei bei nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt auf der Donau
Bratislava Burg Altstadt Slowakei bei nicko cruises Fluss Kreuzfahrt auf der Donau

Bratislava

Mooring: 15:00 Casting off: 18:00
City tour / walk 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
Weißenkirchen in Österreich bei einer Donau Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises entdecken
Weißenkirchen in Österreich bei einer Donau Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises entdecken

Weißenkirchen

Mooring: 09:00 Casting off: 11:30
Tour Dürnstein
Tour Dürnstein
An unmissable destination is the old Kuenringer town of Dürnstein, where tradition and beauty blend in a unique way. On a guided tour of the "Pearl of the Wachau", see, among other things, the baroque church of the Augustinian canons' monastery. A well-known landmark of the town is the blue and white baroque tower of the collegiate church, which is also popularly known as "Fingerzeig Gottes". Enjoy the special atmosphere of the town during the subsequent free time before returning to the ship.
Toilets: 1
Passau in Deutschland bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises besichtigen
Passau in Deutschland bei einer Donau Fluss Kreuzfahrt mit nicko cruises besichtigen

Passau

Mooring: 08:30

Disembarkation until 09:30.

Services

    The services provided during your trip

  • Cruise in an outside cabin in the booked category
  • nickoVISION full board
  • nicko cruise director and local tour guide
  • Excursion to Konstanza to the Black Sea
  • Comfortable Sennheiser audio system on all excursions operated by nicko cruises
  • Entertainment programme on board
  • Use of SPA with sauna, relaxation area and whirlpool
  • Travel documents
  • Luggage service between landing stage and cabin for embarkation and disembarkation
  • All port and passenger fees

    Additional services

  • Arrival and departure
  • Excursion package with 6 excursions: €249 p. P.
  • Beverages on your cruise: €406 p. P.
  • Guarded car parking space (outdoor) in Passau (15 days): €119 p. P.
  • Guarded parking space (parking garage) in Passau (15 days): €135 p. P.
  • Insurance
  • Complete insurance
  • Travel cancellation insurance
  • Travel health insurance

Your ship: nickoVISION

With its innovative design and brand new on-board concept the river cruise ship of the year 2018 has raised the river cruise benchmark to a new level. nickoVISION is the perfect ship for everyone who thinks river cruises are “dated” or who does not want to decide what to eat for dinner in the morning. It is also an excellent choice for all the people who want their holiday on the Danube to be a spontaneous experience focused on individual enjoyment. On the outside, the river cruiser’s large glass surfaces and distinctive lines are the first things you see. On board the ship, the modern and elegant concept is reflected in a light-flooded, exclusive interior.

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