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Corday Cruise - Enchanting Danube 2023

ENCHANTING DANUBE

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Oct 22 - 29, 2023


The shimmering waters of the fabled Danube River flow for thousands of miles through the very heart of Europe, silent witness to centuries of artistic achievement and historical events. This perfectly composed journey provides an immersive cultural tasting menu of four equally beguiling countries—ideal for first-time river cruisers as well as seasoned travelers seeking to experience yet another dimension of these much-loved destinations.

Our locally-based destination experts will take you well beyond the “must-sees” of each region, offering fresh takes on classic sites, insider knowledge of delightful under-the-radar locales, and VIP access to places only a privileged few will ever experience—such as a private early-morning viewing of the acclaimed art collection of the Kunstkammer Vienna.

A veritable showcase of the best of Central Europe, this new journey is one any culturally curious world traveler will love, featuring old-world capitals and charming towns and villages.

Corday Cruise - Enchanting Danube 2023

WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the regal Maria Theresa
  • Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
  • Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks and mineral water
  • All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
  • Transfers from the hotel to the ship and from the ship to the airport are included.
    *Transfers from the airport to the hotel are not included.
  • All gratuities, both onboard and onshore
  • Captivating onboard local entertainment
  • Shore excursions, including “Choice Is Yours” options, all fully hosted by English-speaking local experts
  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access
Corday Cruise - Enchanting Danube 2023

FEATURING: CORDAY


"Sheryl Crow and Janis Joplin drink wine and get tattoos. That's kinda my sound."

Jennifer Corday is an award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist and cellist with incredible charisma!

She has shared stages with Melissa Etheridge, Sarah McLaughlin, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar, and many more. She is a prolific songwriter and seasoned musician with star quality and charisma, presenting live shows that leave people wanting more.

SAILING ITINERARY


    • Date
    • Port
    • Arrive
    • Depart
  • Date
    10/22/2023
    Port
    Passau (Embark)
    Arrive
    -
    Depart
    Overnight
  • Date
    10/23/2023
    Port
    Passau
    Arrive
    -
    Depart
    3:00 PM
  • Date
    10/23/2023
    Port
    Linz
    Arrive
    12:00AM
    Depart
    Overnight
  • Date
    10/24/2023
    Port
    Linz (Salzburg)
    Arrive
    -
    Depart
    11:00 PM
  • Date
    10/25/2023
    Port
    Melk
    Arrive
    7:00 AM
    Depart
    12:30 PM
  • Date
    10/25/2023
    Port
    Dürnstein
    Arrive
    2:30 PM
    Depart
    11:00 PM
  • Date
    10/26/2023
    Port
    Vienna
    Arrive
    4:00 AM
    Depart
    Overnight
  • Date
    10/27/2023
    Port
    Vienna
    Arrive
    -
    Depart
    1:00 PM
  • Date
    10/27/2023
    Port
    Bratislava
    Arrive
    5:00 PM
    Depart
    8:00 PM
  • Date
    10/28/2023
    Port
    Budapest
    Arrive
    9:00 AM
    Depart
    Overnight
  • Date
    10/29/2023
    Port
    Budapest (Disembark)
    Arrive
    -
    Depart
     


Uniworld

MARIA THERESA

One of Europe's most beloved and longest reigning monarchs, the great Habsburg ruler Maria Theresa, was so extraordinary that we built an entire Super Ship in her honor. Named "Best New River Ship" by Cruise Critic editors her maiden season, the S.S. Maria Theresa features ultra-luxurious accommodations and an array of thoughtful personal touches, ensuring a truly indulgent and unforgettable voyage along the Danube and Main Rivers.

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UNIWORLD
UNIWORLD

Classic

$3,399.00* 
Per Person | Bavarian Deck

Stateroom Area: 162 sq. ft.

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

FEATURES
UNIWORLD
UNIWORLD

French Balcony

$3,999.00* 
Per Person | Schonbrunn Deck

Stateroom Area: 194 sq. ft.

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

FEATURES
UNIWORLD
UNIWORLD

Deluxe Balcony

$4,499.00* 
Per Person | Hofburg Deck

Stateroom Area: 194 sq. ft.

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

FEATURES
UNIWORLD
UNIWORLD
Suite
$5,799.00*
Per Person | Hofburg Deck

Suite: 305 sq. ft.

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

FEATURES
UNIWORLD
UNIWORLD
Grand Suite
$7,599.00*
Per Person | Hofburg Deck

Suite: 410 sq. ft.

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

FEATURES

DAY TO DAY
WITH INCLUDED EXCURSIONS


Corday and Friends - Danube River Cruise

ENCHANTING DANUBE

Oct 22 - 29, 2023




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Classic Stateroom


Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (162 sq ft - 15 sq m)

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water
Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers

$3,399.00* Per Person | Bavarian Deck

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

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Please note: Staterooms/Suites may vary in size and configuration from that pictured.

French Balcony Stateroom


Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water
Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers

$3,999.00* Per Person | Schonbrunn Deck

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

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Please note: Staterooms/Suites may vary in size and configuration from that pictured.

Deluxe Balcony Stateroom


Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (194 sq ft - 18 sq m) with an open-air balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water
Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, waffle bathrobes, and slippers

$4,499.00* Per Person | Hofburg Deck

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

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Please note: Staterooms/Suites may vary in size and configuration from that pictured.

Suite


Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (305 sq ft - 28.3 sq m) with an open-air balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment center and satellite, and bottled water
Marble bathroom with Asprey bath and body products, plush towels, towel warmer, cozy bathrobes and slippers

$5,799.00* Suite - Per Person | Hofburg Deck

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

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Please note: Staterooms/Suites may vary in size and configuration from that pictured.

Grand Suite


Lavishly appointed riverview stateroom (410 sq ft - 38 sq m) with a French balcony

Handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, built-in closet, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat, flat-screen TV with infotainment centre and satellite, and bottled water
The Grand Suite offers extra benefits, including a separate spacious living room, bathroom with a separate rain shower and tub, and secluded toilet and bidet area

$7,599.00* Suite - Per Person | Hofburg Deck

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

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Please note: Staterooms/Suites may vary in size and configuration from that pictured.

Club Ocean Suite


With a large living room and a separate bedroom—plus your own private veranda—your suite offers a restful retreat after your immersive experiences on land. Enjoy elegant, contemporary décor, and rich marble touches. You’ll be spoiled by the attention to detail in these beautiful suites, and of course, all the pampering too.

$6980* Per Person | Deck 4

*Taxes, fees & port expenses are an additional $200.00 per person. Prices are per person in (USD)

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Key Features

  • Completely refurbished with elegant contemporary décor in 2016
  • Spacious living room with a separate master bedroom
  • Master bedroom with one queen size bed and a 40” flat-screen television
  • 55” flat-screen television in living room
  • Marble master bathroom with shower.
  • Dressing room with vanity and ample closet space
  • Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors in living room and master bedroom
  • Spacious 173 sq.ft. (16.1 sq.m.) veranda
  • And the same standard features in our Club Veranda staterooms

Inclusive Amenities For All

  • Complimentary AzAmazing Evenings® event (on most voyages)
  • Gratuities
  • Select standard spirits, international beers and wines
  • Bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees and teas
  • Self-service laundry
  • Shuttle service to and from port communities, where available
  • Concierge services for personal guidance and reservations

Suite Amenities

  • $300 in Onboard Credit per person
  • English butler service
  • 240 complimentary Internet minutes per guest
  • One free bag of laundry service per suite, each seven days
  • Complimentary seating in the specialty restaurants dining
  • Priority embarkation and debarkation
  • Complimentary in-room spirits
  • In-suite afternoon tea service

PASSAU (Embark)
Day 1

Arrive at Munich Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

Note: For Arrival, Departure and Transfer details, please visit Uniworld.com/transfers. For Port Location details, please visit Uniworld.com/ports.

With over 2,000 years of history and a unique location, Passau is a perfect destination to experience culture and nature side by side. The Celts, Romans, Bavarians – they all left lasting traces. Besides great monuments from the past, Passau offers a unique spectacle of nature: the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. The three rivers unite at the Danube and continue to flow eastwards to the Black Sea. Enthroned above the town, there are the pilgrimage church Mariahilf on the Inn riverside and the 800 years old Fortress Veste Oberhaus on the Danube riverside. The Roman Museum Kastell Boiotro is part of the “Roman Donau Limes” which was declared UNESCO world heritage in 2021

 

PASSAU
Day 2

Passau is a crossroads in more ways than one, as three rivers meet here and three nations nearly do, making for a fascinating cultural mosaic. Get to know the town and its main claim to fame—Europe’s largest pipe organ—or “Let’s Go” with an invigorating riverside hike or bike ride.

Featured Excursions
Choice of: Passau Three Rivers
Or: “Let's Go” Bicycle Ride along the Inn River
Or: “Let's Go” Hike along the Ilz River

In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

 

PASSAU
Day 2

Excursion - Choice of

PASSAU THREE RIVERS

Passau is built upon the meeting point of three rivers: the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz. Sprawling across the riverbanks, the city has a particularly charming setting, which you’ll get to appreciate on a walking tour of its top sites.

After walking around Passau, we’ll drive to a beautiful natural habitat on the Ilz, where you can take a short walk and relax in the scenic environment before reboarding the coach for a trip up to the Kloster Mariahilf to see the three rivers from above.

 

PASSAU
Day 2

Excursion - Choice of

“LET'S GO” BICYCLE RIDE ALONG THE INN RIVER

The Inn River rises in the Alps, near Innsbruck (hence the name of the famous Swiss ski resort) and flows through three nations (Switzerland, Austria and Germany) on its way to Passau, where it joins the Danube. While the Danube bike path may be Europe’s best-known route for bicyclists, the Inn River bike path, which follows the river from Innsbruck to Passau, has plenty of fans. The route through the Inn River valley outside Passau is an especially attractive stretch, with great views of the lovely countryside, picturesque villages and the sparkling clear river itself. Your guide will make sure you know the local traffic and safety rules before you and your group set out along the partly flat and paved path. You’ll be traveling on both sides of the river, crossing between Germany and Austria as you cross the Inn, and your journey will include a comfort stop before returning to the ship. All in all, it’s an idyllic way to enjoy the scenery and get some exercise at the same time.

 

PASSAU
Day 2

Excursion - Choice of

“LET'S GO” HIKE ALONG THE ILZ RIVER

Put on your hiking boots, grab a windbreaker and a bottle of water, and head out with a local hiking guide and nature expert to explore the banks of the Ilz River. This small but rushing tributary of the Danube originates deep in the Bavarian Forest, near the Czech border, and is just 40 miles (65 kilometers) long. Its upper stretch is a premier whitewater rafting location, but you’ll be hiking along the lower, serene end of the river. Your starting point is Hals-Hochstein, where you’ll pick up a nature trail that follows a curve of the river and then climbs a steep hill, where you have a great view of the river and woodlands. You will cross the river repeatedly, once by way of a dam and again toward the end of your four-mile (6.5-kilometer) hike, as you loop back to the Hals.

 

LINZ (SALZBURG)
Day 3

Mozart’s birthplace of Salzburg is nestled in a glorious alpine setting that sparkles like a winter wonderland. Linz may be best known for its famous Linzer torte, but it’s also a hotbed for the arts. See the sights with a local expert and visit a family at their farm in the countryside. Austria’s third-largest city, Linz boasts a long history of trading and textile manufacturing, but these days it is perhaps best known for its electronic arts and annual festival.

Featured Excursions
Choice of: Full-Day in Salzburg with Sound of Music
Or: Linz town and Country: Linzertorte and Cider Farm Visit (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences)*

*Our MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences support sustainable tourism, offering our guests opportunities to directly impact the communities we explore in a positive way.

 

LINZ (SALZBURG)
Day 3

Excursion - Choice of

FULL-DAY IN SALZBURG WITH SOUND OF MUSIC

Not only is Salzburg famously the shooting location for the 1965 film, The Sound of Music, but it is also the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Today, we’ll dive into the city’s deep musical heritage with a walking tour through its picturesque squares and baroque architecture. Visit Maria’s church in the nearby town of Mondsee, as well as the Viennese gardens around which she and the children sang “Do Re Mi.” See the house where Mozart was born and take a lift up the Mönschberg mountain for an excellent view of the city.

 

LINZ (SALZBURG)
Day 3

Excursion - Choice of

LINZ TOWN AND COUNTRY: LINZERTORTE AND CIDER FARM VISIT

Get to know Linz on foot with a local expert who will take you by all the major sites in town, from Mozart’s apartment to the old Jesuit Cathedral. You’ll stop for a bite at Konditorei Jindrak, home of the Original Linzer Torte. Enjoy a cup of coffee alongside this thin, buttery pastry made with ground nuts, filled with fruit preserves and topped with a lattice crust.

Next, the group will split in two, each half heading out to a countryside cider farm. There, you’ll be treated to a lunch of local specialties and house-made cider—an excellent way to immerse yourself in rural Austrian life and scenery, while also supporting local farmers. Both farms are entirely organic and give special care to the quality of the ingredients they produce, from the careful cultivation of their bountiful orchards to the livestock they keep in large grazing pastures. This type of farming produces less waste and—as you’ll see during your lunch there—better food.

This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience supports Global Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

 

MELK, DÜRNSTEIN
Day 4

This morning, visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and its extraordinary baroque-style library.

Later, you will head to Dürnstein, one of our favorite towns along the Danube, a lovely place to wander cobblestone lanes, browse quaint shops and maybe hike up to a ruined castle (with an intriguing tale all its own). You can also opt for a tasting or learn all about the world’s costliest spice from the Wachau Valley’s only saffron grower. You have two ports of call in the incredibly scenic valley, Dürnstein and Melk, and an assortment of delightful ways to explore this lovely region.

Featured Excursions
Featured Excursion: Melk Abbey with Library Visit

Choice of Dürnstein Wine Estate Visit with Tasting (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences)*
Or: Dürnstein Village and Saffron Workshop (MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences)*

 

MELK, DÜRNSTEIN
Day 4

Featured Excursion

MELK ABBEY WITH LIBRARY VISIT

The Babenbergs, a great medieval ducal family that controlled a wide swath of Austria before yielding to the Habsburgs, were the first to erect a castle on the hill above Melk, which they subsequently gave to Benedictine monks. These monks, some 900 years ago, turned it into a fortified abbey—and the greatest center of learning in Central Europe. Their library was celebrated far and wide (and still is; Umberto Eco paid tribute to it in his best-selling novel The Name of the Rose). Medieval monks there created more than 1,200 manuscripts, sometimes spending an entire lifetime hand-lettering a single volume. Today the library contains some 100,000 volumes, among them more than 80,000 works printed before 1800. This beautiful complex, completely redone in the early 18th century, is a wonderful example of baroque art and architecture, and the views from its terrace are spectacular. As you walk through the abbey’s Marble Hall with your guide, look up at the ceiling fresco painted by Paul Troger: Those classical gods and goddesses represent Holy Roman Emperor Charles VI, allegorically bringing his people from dark to light and demonstrating the link he claimed to the original Roman Empire.

After your tour of the abbey, you’ll have time to explore Melk on your own, or you can take the motorcoach back to the ship.

 

MELK, DÜRNSTEIN
Day 4

Excursion - Choice of

DÜRNSTEIN WINE ESTATE VISIT WITH TASTING

There’s no better way to conclude your visit to the Wachau Valley than with a special tasting of organic wines at Nikolaihof, perhaps the oldest winery in Austria. The location itself is fascinating: One may encounter remnants of the first buildings on the site—an ancient Roman fort—and taste wines in a deconsecrated 15th-century chapel. Owned by the Saahs family, Nikolaihof produces some of the world’s best Riesling and Veltliner varietals; in fact, the 1995 Riesling Vinothek, bottled in 2012, actually scored 100 points in The Wine Advocate, the first Austrian wine ever to rank that highly. It is also one of the first wineries in the world to produce biodynamically certified wines. No herbicides, fertilizers, pesticides, or synthetic sprays are used in the vineyards. The grapes are harvested by hand, fermented without artificial yeast and stored in Austrian oak casks for up to 20 years.

After your visit, discover Dürnstein on a stroll through town before returning to the ship. Considering its diminutive size, the village of Dürnstein offers much to explore. The famous blue baroque tower of the abbey church is doubtless its best-known landmark, but the ruined castle above the town provides its most romantic tale. There Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned until he was found by his faithful bard, Blondel, and ransom could be raised—or so the legend goes. Walk along the town’s narrow streets, past 16th-, 17th- and 18th-century houses; it’s an up-close look at over 300 years of architecture.

This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience supports Global Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

 

MELK, DÜRNSTEIN
Day 4

Excursion - Choice of

DÜRNSTEIN VILLAGE AND SAFFRON WORKSHOP

Educate your taste buds with flavorful delicacies as you taste red-wine-and-saffron chocolate and saffron-seasoned jams, vinegars and honey. Crusaders planted the first saffron crocuses in the Wachau Valley at the end of the 12th century, making saffron a valued crop for 700 years—but it disappeared from the terraced hillsides early in the 20th century. It wasn’t until 2007 that an ecologist found mention of it in an 18th-century document at Melk Abbey’s celebrated library. Bernard Kaar, who spent years researching the history of saffron and still more years cultivating the world’s only biodynamically certified saffron, is one of the Wachau’s most important producers. Meet Bernard and his wife, Alexandra, for a fascinating introduction to saffron—the plant, the spice, its cultural significance and their farm’s uniquely sustainable methods of producing it.

Later walk along the town’s narrow streets, past 16th-, 17th- and 18th-century houses; it’s an up-close look at over 300 years of architecture. Considering its diminutive size, the village of Dürnstein offers much to explore. The famous blue baroque tower of the abbey church is doubtless its best-known landmark, but the ruined castle above the town provides its most romantic tale. There Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned until he was found by his faithful bard, Blondel, and ransom could be raised—or so the legend goes.

This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience supports Global Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production.

 

VIENNA
Day 5

Vienna is a cultural treasure trove revered for its art and music (and sinfully rich pastries). Experience the “City of Waltzes” with your choice of tours, as well as an expertly led tour of an extraordinary collection of art at the renowned Vienna Art History Museum.

Featured Excursions
Featured Excursions: “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum
Night Out: Private Mozart and Strauss Concert

Choice of Vienna - Imperial City Highlights
Or: Vienna's Music and Composers

You have leisure time after your tour to explore Vienna on your own. You might wish to visit the Albertina Museum, which houses one million old-master prints and an impressive collection of works by 19th- and 20th-century painters, ranging from Renoir to Rothko.

If you’d like to get a little exercise and see a completely different side of Vienna, borrow a bike from the ship and explore Danube Island and Prater Park. (For a wonderful view of the region, ride the Ferris wheel in Prater Park.)

 

VIENNA
Day 5

Featured Excursion

“MORNING WITH THE MASTERS” AT THE VIENNA ART HISTORY MUSEUM

The Habsburgs assembled an astonishing collection of artistic treasures over the centuries, which formed the basis for the works now on display at the Vienna Art History Museum (Kunsthistorisches). The doors open early especially for you as you join an art historian for a tour of some of the masterpieces gathered here: View a unique group of works by Pieter Bruegel the Elder, Vermeer’s Allegory of Painting, Raphael’s Madonna in the Meadow, and portraits by Rembrandt, Velazquez, Rubens, Titian, Tintoretto and Van Eyck, among others, in the Picture Gallery. Then move onto the Kunstkammer galleries, where you can see Benvenuto Cellini’s legendary salt cellar (the only gold sculpture he created that has survived to the present day) and hear its remarkable story. Your tour ends in the magnificent Cupola Hall, perhaps the architectural highlight of the splendid building.

 

VIENNA
Day 5

Featured Excursion

NIGHT OUT: PRIVATE MOZART AND STRAUSS CONCERT

Vienna is linked inextricably with music, as so many great composers lived and worked here: Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss, Schubert, Mahler, Brahms—the list is as long as it is glorious. Enjoy an evening of chamber music performed by some of Vienna’s world-class professionals in a historic and intimate concert venue.

 

VIENNA
Day 5

Excursion - Choice of

VIENNA - IMPERIAL CITY HIGHLIGHTS

Ring Street, the great horseshoe-shaped boulevard lined with many of the city’s major landmarks—Parliament, City Hall, the Vienna State Opera, glorious palaces and museums—is a mere 150 years old, practically an infant for a city of Vienna’s age. It replaced the walls and fortifications that had protected the city for centuries. Its construction was a testament to confidence, forward-thinking and grand urban planning, and it resulted in a 50-year building spree. You’ll pass most of these opulent landmarks on your way to the older section of the city, the area the walls once enclosed.

Later, you’ll walk along Kärntner Street, the celebrated pedestrian boulevard that links the State Opera with St. Stephen’s Cathedral, past the elegant shops on the Graben and the Kohlmarkt. The neighborhood offers a lively combination of historic architecture, street performances, shoppers’ delights and true Viennese atmosphere.

 

VIENNA
Day 5

Excursion - Choice of

VIENNA'S MUSIC AND COMPOSERS

Take a walk through Vienna’s musical history, starting with the present-day artists keeping the legacy alive. We’ll first visit the House of Music (Haus der Musik), where you’ll learn about the future of computer music and observe great composers at work. From there, we’ll walk through town towards St. Stephen’s Cathedral, passing the musical theatre. Enter the cathedral to see its musical architecture and a recently discovered altar painting by Albrecht Dürer. Next, we’ll walk to the only surviving residence of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. We’ll stroll around the large Mozarthaus apartment, where he created some of his most famous compositions.

 

VIENNA, BRATISLAVA
Day 6

Your ship sets sail from Vienna and heads for Bratislava today. You may relax onboard all day, perhaps enjoying a drink on the Sun Deck and taking in the scenery as the ship wends its way along the Austrian Danube toward Bratislava. Although it’s not a large city, Bratislava has played a leading role in the politics and culture of the region for many centuries, and it is well worth a visit.

Featured Excursions
Choice of Bratislava - Small but Precious Walking Tour
Or: "Let's Go" Hike to Bratislava Castle

Bratislava is known for the “BRATISLAVA PROMENADE”, streets lined with numerous original cafés and with a special atmosphere. It's compact historical centre still has many architectural signs of its royal past - beautiful mansions and family villas of world-famous artists, architects and inventors. Bratislava is surrounded by vineyards producing quality wine that can be tasted at stylish wine bars scattered across the city centre which offer a fantastic culinary experience.

 

VIENNA, BRATISLAVA
Day 6

Excursion - Choice of

BRATISLAVA - SMALL BUT PRECIOUS WALKING TOUR

Walk through the loveliest part of Bratislava with your local guide. Starting on the Danube promenade, you’ll cross the former Coronation Square, pass the Slovak National Theater and St. Martin’s Cathedral. This Gothic church was built into the medieval city’s fortifications, and 19 Habsburg rulers were crowned inside it, including Empress Maria Theresa. That’s because Bratislava, then known as Pressburg, became the capital of the Kingdom of Hungary after the Ottomans conquered Budapest in 1536, a status it retained until the middle of the 19th-century.

Close to the cathedral you’ll find Michael’s Gate, the last remaining portal of the medieval wall—and your entryway into Bratislava’s Old Town, which blends Gothic, baroque and art deco structures with some less graceful reminders of the Communist era. The stately 18th-century Primatial Palace, in the center of Old Town, was the site where the Pressburg peace treaty was signed in 1805, in which Austria ceded a great deal of territory to Napoleon. Another 18th-century palace, Grassalkovich, is now the president of Slovakia’s official residence.

Take some time after the tour to browse through the attractive shops in the lovely art deco buildings that line the squares; you can find a wide selection of traditional folk items at the ÚĽUV (Slovak Folk Culture) shop. And you’ll definitely want to sample some of the local delicacies.

 

VIENNA, BRATISLAVA
Day 6

Excursion - Choice of

"LET'S GO" HIKE TO BRATISLAVA CASTLE

This brilliantly white, enormous square building takes over the skyline of Bratislava, and from its grounds you’ll find incredible views of the city below.

After your hike to the castle, you’ll stroll through the most beautiful part of Bratislava with the local guide. You will be introduced to the Capital of Slovakia, seeing sites like the Presidential Palace and the unique bridge colloquially known as UFO Bridge (you’ll understand when you see it).

Passing through the historic Old Town, we’ll see the charming House of the Good Shepherd, the pastel tower of the Old Town Hall and statues like Čumil, the sewage worker leaning out of a manhole in the street to smile at passersby.

 

BUDAPEST
Day 7

Budapest is an enchanting city that presents a vibrant mix of medieval and modern.

Featured Excursions
Choice of Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Franz Liszt Academy Visit
Or: Budapest Walk with Local Treats

In the evening, a special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.

A city in a stunning natural setting with a rich architectural and historical heritage, offering an unmatched combination of culture, fine cuisine and thermal baths. As a spa city, Budapest is more than the sum of its bathing facilities, as it offers a unique blend of Roman, Turkish and European bathing cultures. Budapest is no longer limited to restaurants, outdoor terraces and coffee houses, but rather features a cuisine consisting of a blend of traditional Hungarian flavours and the latest dining trends. Budapest is a melting pot of wide-ranging subcultures making it worth a visit, as it’s a familiar and safe metropolis with a human face that also offers a wealth of novelties, experiences and surprises for open-minded visitors. 

 

BUDAPEST
Day 7

Excursion - Choice of

BUDAPEST PANORAMIC HIGHLIGHTS WITH FRANZ LISZT ACADEMY VISIT

Hungary has been home to a great number of accomplished musicians, including the famous Franz Liszt, who established a university for music in Budapest in 1875. To this day, the Franz Liszt Academy is still a world-famous conservatory, with degree programs in classical instruments, singing, conducting and composing. Take a guided tour of the academy today, culminating in an orchestra performance by some of the current students. Next, we’ll embark on a panoramic drive through the historic Castle District, including Heroes’ Square and Andrassy Avenue, stopping off the coach to walk around before returning to the ship.

 

BUDAPEST
Day 7

Excursion - Choice of

BUDAPEST WALK WITH LOCAL TREATS

Today your guide will show you how to snack around Budapest like a local, starting with a tram ride to the House of Parliament. Hop off the tram and take a short walk to your first treat: a coffee break at the First Strudel House of Pest. Energized by your cup of coffee, you’ll continue your walk down to St. Stephen’s Basilica—a handsome Neo-Classical building that is one of Budapest’s most significant cultural sites.

From there, we’ll head to the Great Market Hall to sample some traditional Hungarian fare, such as salami, sausages and cheese, while your local expert explains the intricacies of Hungarian cuisine.

 

BUDAPEST (Disembark)
Day 8

Disembark the ship and transfer to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home, or extend your stay in Budapest.

 
 

CORDAY

"Sheryl Crow and Janis Joplin drink wine and get tattoos. That's kinda my sound."

Jennifer Corday is an award-winning singer/songwriter/guitarist and cellist with incredible charisma!

She has shared stages with Melissa Etheridge, Sarah McLaughlin, Joan Jett, Pat Benatar, and many more. She is a prolific songwriter and seasoned musician with star quality and charisma, presenting live shows that leave people wanting more. Whether singing her own material, or busting out cover tunes in her own unique way, you will get hooked. Corday loves talking to the audience, and will draw you in with her storytelling and crowd singalongs. Corday has built a large and loyal following in Southern California performing hundreds of shows a year at local bars and venues.

She is a true influencer, building a global brand for lesbians everywhere, with strong networking, clever merchandise, and grassroots live tours that capture life-long fans. Combined with smart marketing, her dynamic personality and musical skill have earned her over 10K followers.

Corday has over five award-winning studio albums and 20 awards under her belt, including Best Female Acoustic Act, and Best Live Band at the OC Music Awards. She's also performed for the troops overseas in Bosnia, Kosovo, and Macedonia.

Corday’s music and videos have been awarded by LA Weekly, GLAMA Awards, and LA Music Awards. She's been a Battle of the Band Finalist for KISS FM and STAR Radio. You may have seen her as an actress on the national Ride with Pride Uber commercial, in award-winning lesbian films, or heard her music in MTV documentaries and numerous movies.

 

In addition to her Corday career, she created the Melissa Etheridge Experience and the Sheryl Crow Show—two top-notch tribute acts that perform at large concert venues and casinos across the nation.

Corday’s festival resume speaks volumes. In addition to her yearly performances at The Dinah Shore Weekend, Corday has performed at Womenfest in Key West, Women’s Week in P-Town, and at Pride Festivals across the nation. She has also performed on Olivia Cruises, The Melissa Etheridge Cruise, Country Cruising, and many more including a river cruise down the Danube—expanding her fanbase around the world.

Corday’s anthemic sexy drinking song "Second Shot" (featured on You Can't Change My DNA) is the title track of the series, starring Fortune Feimster and Jill Bennett, and can be heard in the movie At Your Own Risk that was played at the 2018 WOMEN IN ACTION Film Festival Opening Night.

Her video "Daffodil Shotguns" showed at the Awareness Film Festival in Los Angeles, spawning loyal followers against gun violence.

Teaming with photographers and filmmakers Jane Clark, Jen Rosenstein, and Michelle Ehlen, Corday has furthered her career with stunning videos and imagery. Her “Dragonfire” video received rave reviews at film fests across the nation. "Tear Into You" was shot and edited by Jen Rosenstein and won Best Music Video at the Cynema Systers Film Fest. "Kaleidoscope," shot DIY style while touring in Europe, is a fan fav and celebrates the beauty of the broken.

Her producers include Matt Thorne (The Eels, Trapt, Ratt, Warrant, Everclear, Eddie Money, Game Of Thrones) Brian Pothier (Peter Asher, Bob Malone) and Gavin MacKillop (Sarah McLachlan, Toad The Wet Sprocket, The Escape Club). Corday works with incredible musicians including drummers Jorgen Ingmar (L.A.Vation), Keith Larsen (Oedipus), guitarists Brian Pothier (Peter Asher), Damien Smith, Larry Bustimante, and Darryl Marini (The Johnnies), bassists James Rubel, Terry Law, Mikey Hachey (String Puppets, L.A.Vation), and many more.

 

Corday was inspired to record Helen Reddy's anthemic feminist hit song "I Am Woman" after performing it live at a Women's March down Main Street in Seal Beach, CA. "It got such a great response," explains Corday, "and it was super cool to see really young girls diggin' it too. I hope the song underlines their belief in themselves and the reminder that they can indeed do anything." The song was released right after the inauguration of the first female Vice President, Kamala Harris, which is especially sweet timing. "It's so exciting to finally have a woman in the White House," beams Corday, "and I hope this song can be turned up and enjoyed even more, as a reflection of the time." The production was intense, and Corday tracked most of it at her home studio. Besides singing the vocals, she added four tracks of acoustic guitar, twelve tracks of live cello, and invited nine or her fellow singer-songwriter friends to sing on the recording. "It was quite a production," she explains. "I worked with my producer Matt Thorne in Burbank through Zoom. He is just awesome and adds all the other instrumentation." As a final touch, Corday thought of inviting several of her singer-songwriter friends to participate in the recording by adding their vocal to the final chorus. "It's so important to collaborate, especially during these dark times of isolation during the pandemic," Corday asserts, "and I am so grateful they all agreed to participate." Nine women ended up singing from their home towns and home studios, and sent in files for Corday to add to the mix. It was actually a lot of work," Corday laughs, "and my producer yelled at me for adding so many more vocal tracks!" But it was worth it. "I think it sounds amazing. It gives me chills to hear that huge group of women singing together. It's such an empowering song." Corday remembers her mother listening to Helen Reddy, and followed her work ever since. "It is tragic that she passed in 2020, but I am glad to be keeping her music alive. I hope new generations of listeners will be turned on to the song when they discover my interpretation of it." Guest Vocalists: Krysta Carson, Laura Coyle, Kelly Fitzgerald, Ali Handal, Michelle Mangione, Carmela Scalzo, Larisa Stow, Tanya Tassi, and Sean Wiggins.