Danube in Depth

Aboard Scenic Jasper with Scenic

Departure Date

2 October 2024

Duration

9 Nights

Cruise Only From

£5,725pp

Cruise Reference

ART-3DASC14

Cruise Overview

Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube.

It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now.

Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves.

Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City.

The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.

Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe.

The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish.

Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube.

It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status.

Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now.

Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves.

Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City.

The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles.

Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe.

The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish.

Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find.
Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary.

The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town.

The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History.

Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s.

Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains.

The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars.

The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city.

However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area.

Cruise Itinerary

Aboard Scenic Jasper

Launch Year: 2015 Length: 135 Width: Currency: EUR Capacity: 163 Crew Count: 59 Deck Count: 4 Cabin Count: 82

Built in 2015 and 2016 to join our European fleet the Scenic Jasper, Opal & Amber are the latest generation of Space-Ships, complete with vitality pool, sun deck and a range of exclusive dining venues.

Designed with peerless attention to detail, the newest members of our fleet have set a new precedent in luxury river cruising. Like every vessel in our growing roster of luxury Space-Ships; Scenic Jasper, Opal & Amber have been meticulously designed and crafted to afford the most luxurious and unforgettable journeys, so you can expect nothing less than the trip of a lifetime.

Measuring 135 metres in length and carrying just 169 guests, these luxury vessels marry space and intimacy with a sense of exclusivity not regularly found on Europe’s waters. Couple this with a 1:3 crew to guests ratio, and guests can expect an attentive service from the minute they step aboard these illustrious river cruise liners.

Scenic Jasper Facilities

Scenic Jasper Includes

Cabin Details

Step into your suite and enjoy a spacious and peaceful haven complete with lavish touches throughout; exquisite L’Occitane toiletries and soft, luxurious bathrobes. The superior queen-size Scenic ‘Slumber Beds’ with fresh, crisp Egyptian cotton linen are a dream, while individual climate control and a pillow menu offer absolute comfort. Your suite or stateroom includes a flat-screen HDTV and Mac mini system, plus complimentary mini-bar and WiFi internet access. There’s also a personal safe for your valuables and a nightly turndown service.

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