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Cruise & Rail: Delightful Danube & the Castles of Transylvania (2025) - Istanbul to Nuremberg

Stay in the transcontinental city of Istanbul, dive into the mystique of the Dracula myth on a private train journey through Romania, then experience the highlights of Eastern and Central Europe by luxury river cruise.

Summary:

Begin with the exquisite mosques of Istanbul, where we explore the fascinating history and age-old traditions of this magnificent city. Then join us on a medieval voyage through the heart of Transylvania. Continue on by river cruise to experience dynamic ...

Duration
8 Days
Countries
4
Next Departure
19-Oct-2025
Starting at
± EUR 14,282.00
Price per day
± EUR 1,785.00
Tour Type
Tour Type

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Operator
Uniworld
Tour
Cruise & Rail: Delightful Danube & the Castles of Transylvania (2025) - Istanbul to Nuremberg
Sub-Title
Stay in the transcontinental city of Istanbul, dive into the mystique of the Dracula myth on a private train journey through Romania, then experience the highlights of Eastern and Central Europe by luxury river cruise.
Travel Style
Cruise
Travel Quality
Luxury Tour

Summary

Begin with the exquisite mosques of Istanbul, where we explore the fascinating history and age-old traditions of this magnificent city. Then join us on a medieval voyage through the heart of Transylvania. Continue on by river cruise to experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages.

Map: Cruise & Rail: Delightful Danube & the Castles of Transylvania (2025) - Istanbul to Nuremberg (Uniworld)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1
Istanbul
Day 2
Istanbul
Day 3
Veliko Tarnovo
Day 4
Sinaia, Brasov
Day 5
Sighisoara, Sibiu
Day 6
Kecskemet, Lajosmizse, Budapest
Day 7
Budapest
Day 8
Budapest
Day 9
Budapest
Day 10
Vienna
Day 11
Krems
Day 12
Engelhartszell, Passau
Day 13
Regensburg
Day 14
Cruising The Main-Danube Canal, Nuremberg
Day 15
Nuremberg

 

Countries (4): Austria, Germany, Hungary, Turkiye

Travel Cities (6): Budapest, Istanbul, Nuremberg, Passau, Regensburg, Vienna

Details

Begin with the exquisite mosques of Istanbul, where we explore the fascinating history and age-old traditions of this magnificent city, shaped by the empires of times gone by. Then join us on a medieval voyage through the heart of Transylvania. Amidst the forested and mountainous landscapes of this seldom-visited region, we explore the fabled birthplace and gothic residence of Dracula, as well as the enchanting medieval towns of the region, adorned by their 16th-century houses, fairy-tale turrets, and historic cobbled streets.

Continue on by river cruise to experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides through the Wachau Valley, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages. Exclusive treasures are plentiful on this delightful journey.

Travel Package

 

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Istanbul

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Nuremberg

River CruisesThis is an Organised River Cruise: you will eat and sleep on-board of the ship. The cruise operator set the itinerary, the destinations, duration and departure dates as well as the price per cabin type/deck. Excursions and activities can be included or optional. You can join, enjoy and meet other people.

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