Emerald Luna, Danube Explorer ex Passau to Budapest – 29 Aug 2021

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With 36 years of experience, Evergreen Tours hand crafts travel itineraries that deliver the right balance of must-see attractions, cultural interaction and culinary delights so you will discover both the iconic sights as well as the best kept local secrets. Our tours are comprehensive but you will also appreciate the freedom for personal discoveries in your own time.

Experience the romance and adventure of Europe’s waterways! Discover Europe’s fairytale castles and breathtaking landscapes, explore grand cities and soak up the rich history and culture. While our itineraries are comprehensive, you will also appreciate the freedom for personal discoveries of Europe in your own time. Indulge in the sophistication and elegance of the cruisers’ innovative designs. While on board relax in the swimming pool and enjoy enchanting and unimpeded views of the spectacular rivers and countryside. Amazingly, this whole space converts into an evening cinema for your viewing pleasure. Our ‘Star Ships’ are at the forefront of design with spacious Owner’s One Bedroom Suites, full balcony suites and innovative drop-down balcony windows.

162ft² (15m²). All Emerald Staterooms feature picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they’re bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money.

Picture Window
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hair dryer
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat-screen TV and infotainment system
Mini-fridge

162ft² (15m²). All Emerald Staterooms feature picture windows and the same high quality facilities as all other cabins. Plus, they’re bigger than other standard staterooms, providing excellent value for money.

Picture window
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hair dryer
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat screen TV and infotainment system
Mini-fridge

180ft² (16.7m²). We’ve put every effort into designing staterooms and suites, selecting the most elegant décor and furnishings to create haven for you to relax in as your sail through the most picturesque landscapes.

Indoor balcony with open-air system
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hair dryer
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat screen TV and infotainment system
Mini-fridge

180ft² (16.7m²). We’ve put every effort into designing staterooms and suites, selecting the most elegant décor and furnishings to create haven for you to relax in as your sail through the most picturesque landscapes.

Indoor balcony with open-air system
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hair dryer
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat screen TV and infotainment system
Mini-fridge

180ft² (16.7m²). We’ve put every effort into designing staterooms and suites, selecting the most elegant décor and furnishings to create haven for you to relax in as your sail through the most picturesque landscapes. But with our Emerald Panorama Balcony Suite, we’ve gone one step further and created a completely new type of cabin that’s unique to European river cruising.

Indoor balcony with open-air system
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hair dryer
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat screen TV and infotainment system
Mini-fridge

210ft² (19.5m²). Each of our Grand balcony Suites boasts a number of fantastic inclusions, such as an in-suite Nespresso machine – an added home comfort that means you can relax with a hot beverage at any time, day or night. They also offer a spacious outdoor balcony, allowing you to make the most of your cruise’s beautiful landscapes and take in the fresh air.

Outdoor private balcony with open-air system
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
In-suite mini-bar available at own expense
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary Nespresso machine
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Queen-size or twin hotel-style beds
Pillow menu
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat screen TV and infotainment system
Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite
Two items of laundry a day

315ft² (29.3m²). Our Owner’s One-bedroom Suites boast their very own bedroom which closes off from the rest of their cabin; a separate lounge area; and a fantastic outdoor balcony complete with open-air system, allowing you to enjoy the views of your surroundings whatever the weather.

Outdoor private balcony with open-air system
Seperate bathroom and lounge area
Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries, hair dryer, on-board complimentary bathrobes and slippers
Walk-in wardrobe
Complimentary in-suite mini-bar, restocked daily with wine, beer ans soft drinks
Complimentary bottled water, restocked daily
Complimentary Nespresso machine
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Use of an Ipad
Queen-size or twin beds
Pillow menu
Telephone
Safe for your valuables
Individual climate control
Flat screen TV and infotainment system
Continental breakfast, pre-dinner canapés and after-dinner sweet treats served in your suite
Four items of laundry a day
Invite to dinner at Captain’s Table

Emerald Luna - Riviera Deck

Emerald Luna - Vista Deck

Emerald Luna - Horizon Deck

Emerald Luna - Sun Deck

Emerald Luna – further information will be updated for this ship as soon as possible…

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Maiden Voyage: 2021

Ship Facilities

  • Hairdresser
  • Wellness Area
  • Fitness Area
  • Reflections Restaurant
  • Daytime Pool & Bar / Evening Cinema
  • The Terrace
  • Horizon Bar and Lounge
  • Sun Deck with Deck Chairs
  • Sky Barbecue
  • Golf Putting Green
  • Games Area
  • Walking Track


Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
29 Aug '21
Passau, Germany
30 Aug '21
Passau, Germany
31 Aug '21
Linz, Austria
01 Sep '21
Melk , Austria
01 Sep '21
Durnstein, Austria
02 Sep '21
Vienna, Austria
03 Sep '21
Bratislava, Slovakia
04 Sep '21
Budapest, Hungary
05 Sep '21
Budapest, Hungary

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

7 Night Cruise sailing from Passau to Budapest aboard Emerald Luna.

Day 1 Passau
Make your way to your contemporary Star-Ship, where a warm welcome awaits you from the captain and crew. This evening, join your fellow guests for dinner on board.

Day 2 – Passau
The gateway to the Black Sea will be a memorable part of your river cruise along the mighty Danube, as Passau’s atmosphere effortlessly reflects the work that was undertaken in the city by Italian architects, who brought a little piece of Venice with them to Germany.

Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city, including the ornate exterior of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, perfectly mirroring the beautifully restored interior, and the Altes Rathaus, or Town Hall, which comprises of an ensemble of eight historic patrician houses. Alternatively, set off on a guided hike around Passau, catching sights of the Mariahilf, a place of pilgrimage, and St. Severin, an ancient church that can be dated back to the Ottonian dynasty.

Day 3 – Linz – Ceský Krumlov
Today, you will visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town of Ceský Krumlov. This quaint town has one of the best-preserved ancient centres in Europe, with more than three hundred protected medieval buildings and an iconic castle complex. Enjoy a guided tour of the area, including the 15th-century St. Vitus’ Church and a series of delightful High Gothic façades, each taking you back to the heart of the Middle Ages.

Day 4 – Melk – Dürnstein
Relax as we cruise down the Danube River early this morning, passing beautiful terraced vineyards that produce some of the world’s best wine and delightful apricot orchards before arriving in Melk.

During an included tour of Melk Abbey, gaze upon ornate gold leaf walls and walk up seemingly endless spiral staircases in what was once a royal palace, gifted to the monks by Leopold II. After your tour, enjoy sailing through the idyllic Wachau Valley. When you arrive in charming Dürnstein, you will have the opportunity to hike to Dürnstein Castle.

When you arrive in charming Dürnstein, you will have the opportunity to hike to Dürnstein Castle. Alternatively, stay in Melk to cycle from Melk to Dürnstein, traversing a route that offers a different perspective on the region’s viticulture.

Day 5 – Vienna
Discover the classical charms of Vienna today, as we take you through the heart of the city, pointing out all of the best cafés and artisan studios as you discover its imperial grandeur. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed historic centre was once a fortified Roman frontier city, and a drive around the Ringstrasse will introduce you to architecture from across the last millennia.

Alternatively, enjoy a bike tour along the serene trails on Danube Island.

Day 6 – Bratislava
Cobbled streets pave the course for daily life in Bratislava, where winding alleys and a truly rural atmosphere blend together to create a truly distinctive Slovakian capital.

Enjoy a guided hike to Bratislava Castle, with a silhouette that looks as though it was pulled from the pages of a fairytale. This striking landmark was most recently rebuilt in a Renaissance style, but it still retains some of its original features.

Alternatively, explore the historic architecture in the compact town centre during an included guided tour, where everything is in walking distance, including the ornate exterior of the Slovak National Theatre.

Day 7 – Budapest
Welcome to Budapest, where an amazing end to a fantastic trip through the heart of Europe awaits. Once the ancient Roman city of Aquincum, a true historic marvel, with bathhouses and homes with heated floors thanks to the surrounding hot springs. The UNESCO World Heritage-listed centre will enable you to follow the chapters of architecture through the ages as you set off on a coach tour of Budapest, passing Romanesque, Baroque and Classical façades.

This evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board. As the city comes alive at dusk, set out on a night-time cruise on the Danube, witnessing the illuminated attractions that line the riverbanks.

Day 8 – Budapest
After breakfast, it is time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark the ship.

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