Highlights of Eastern Europe (2025) 2025 (Budapest to Bucharest)
Tour Description:
Immerse yourself in new cultures as you travel from splendid Budapest to dynamic Bucharest, discovering the best that the revitalized nations of Eastern Europe have to offer along the way.
Gaze in wonder at the lofty spires of Hungary’s Parliament Building as it rises majestically above the Danube in Budapest. Sit down for friendly, intimate meals with farmers in Croatia and enthusiastic locals in Bulgaria. Uncover scores of little-known treasures and step back in time to investigate the history and legends along the Danube.
Who will love this cruise? Explorers wishing to discover ancient lands and modern multicultural cities. Photographers, amateur archaeologists, connoisseurs of regional cuisines, and anyone who loves beautiful and mysterious locales.
Dates & Pricing
Sunday 30 Mar 25 — Wednesday 09 Apr 25 | Starting at $3,779 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 14 May 25 — Saturday 24 May 25 | Starting at $4,589 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 28 May 25 — Saturday 07 Jun 25 | Starting at $4,229 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 25 Jun 25 — Saturday 05 Jul 25 | Starting at $4,229 | Get a Quote | |
Wednesday 09 Jul 25 — Saturday 19 Jul 25 | Starting at $3,959 | Get a Quote | |
Sunday 20 Jul 25 — Wednesday 30 Jul 25 | Starting at $4,229 | Get a Quote | |
Sunday 14 Sep 25 — Wednesday 24 Sep 25 | Starting at $5,039 | Get a Quote |
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SHIP DETAILS
The S.S. Beatrice boasts yacht-style light wood with blue and white finishes throughout, a renovated lobby featuring elegant mirrors, marble floors, a white Murano chandelier with blue shades, and a grand staircase made of nickel and black iron—such eye-catching entrances are a signature design element of Uniworldâs Super ShipTM fleet. The ship’s redesigned lounge features sofas and chairs with hand-made upholstery, a parquet floor and upholstered ceiling panels, solar shades, and new USB ports allowing guests to charge anywhere they are sitting. The artwork throughout the ship includes pieces from Pablo Picasso, Alexander Calder, and Pino Signoretto.
S.S. Beatrice offers four dining options all inspired by famous Austrian composers, including Mozart’s, the ship’s main restaurant; Wolfgang’s bar and lounge, and newly added Schubert’s and Max’s. For guests seeking an immersive culinary experience, Max’s restaurant offers intimate cooking classes where guests can create local European cuisines alongside the chef. Schubert’s, an 18-seat café located at the bow of the ship, offers guests shared plates from lunch through dinnertime. The cozy Austrian-styled eatery features menus reflecting the cuisine of the ship’s destinations.
The 130-passenger River Duchess is decorated in soft hues of blue and green complemented by soothing earth tones, providing a tranquil and elegant onboard ambiance. Enjoy spectacular and ever-changing views of Europeâs most enchanting waterways in the shipâs stylish Blue Danube Lounge, Palace Restaurant, or the La Motte Sky Lounge.
The stunning foyer of the 128-passenger River Princess sets an indulgent and luxurious tone for your European journey. Throughout the ship, jewel-tone greens, warm browns, and a mix of black and white create a sophisticated ambiance, while stylish public areas—including a Main Lounge, a Sky Lounge, and a Captain’s Lounge and Library—provide comfortable places to curl up with a good book, chat with friends, or sip your favorite cocktail.
Note: In Suites 410 and 411, the bed frame cannot be separated.