Indulge in a remarkable river cruise spanning 16 days along the mighty Danube, on board your luxury Emerald Star-Ship. On this thoughtfully curated journey through the timeless lands of Central and Eastern Europe, immerse yourself in rich history and majestic kingdoms, cultural traditions and ever-changing landscapes. Begin in Bucharest, discovering the momentous history of Romania’s storied capital and ‘Little Paris.’ Then cruise the Danube to explore Bulgaria’s fortress-lined riverbanks, cultural legacies of Belgrade and Serbia’s prolific archaeological treasures.Embrace immersive cultural experiences, sharing a homemade meal with a local family, and witness the Magyar equestrian skills of Hungary’s Great Plain. Arriving in vibrant Budapest, the ‘Pearl of the Danube,’ admire the illuminated skyline that defines Hungaria’s historic capital, before welcomed into the home of a local Slovakian family in Bratislava. As you delve deeper along the Danube, soak up the imperial grandeur of Vienna, cycle beside picturesque riverbanks and savour esteemed wines amid Austria’s Wachau Valley. In southern Germany, the medieval streets of Regensburg and Bavaria’s traditional delicacies provide a fitting finale to your grand Danube journey.