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21-Night Lower Danube Discovery With Turkey Cruise

Aboard Scenic Crystal (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours) | Departing Istanbul to Budapest | 2 Available Departures from $12,988

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Oct 18, 2027
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Sep 27, 2028
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Istanbul (Istanbul)

Welcome to Istanbul. Home to more than 15 million people, it’s the largest city in Turkey and one of the largest in the world. Istanbul will inspire all your senses. It’s an exhilarating blend of cultures, cuisines, architecture, history 

Day 2

Istanbul (Istanbul)

There have been settlements in what is now Istanbul, occupying both banks of the Bosphorus Strait, for thousands of years. The modern city began life as Constantinople in the 4th century, before changing its name to Istanbul in 1930. Wherever you go, you’re&n

Day 3

Istanbul > Canakkale (Istanbul > Canakkale)

Today, you’ll leave Istanbul behind and visit the city of Çanakkale. Sitting on the edge of the Dardanelles Strait, Çanakkale has been at the forefront of history for centuries. It’s the gateway to the World War I battlefiel

Day 4

Canakkale (Canakkale)

Today you are bound for Gallipoli. The Gallipoli peninsula where the eight-month WWI campaign took place is now a national park, and your guide will take you through the most significant sites. Stand on the beach at ANZAC Cove, where the soldiers first came to shore on 25 April 1915. Contemplate the

Day 5

Canakkale > Istanbul (Canakkale > Istanbul)

This morning you’ll be venturing to a place that is shrouded in mystery and legend, the ancient city of Troy. For more than 3,000 years, the tales of Troy and the Trojan War were thought to be mythical, made most famous by Homer’s Iliad. However, in the late 19th

Day 6

Istanbul (Istanbul)

Today, learn more about Turkish culture and traditions in bustling Istanbul.  Scenic Freechoice: Choose how to spend your morning with today’s Scenic Freechoice experiences: The tastes of Turkey: Turkish cuisine brings together Mediterranean, Middle

Day 7

Istanbul > Bucharest (Istanbul > Bucharest)

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight to Bucharest. The capital of Romania was once called the ‘Paris of the East’, however WWII changed the face of the city with much of its Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture destroyed. You wi

Day 8

Bucharest > Constanta (Bucharest > Constanta)

Following a guided tour of Bucharest this morning you will be transferred to Constanta where our friendly crew await your arrival and welcome you on board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship. Balcony Suites have windows that convert into a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you fresh air and uninterrupted vie

Day 9

Constanta (Constanta)

Sitting on the Black Sea coast, Constanta is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe, dating back to 600 BC. Join a guided tour to learn about this long and fascinating heritage. Visit Ovid Square, Orthodox Cathedral, the stunning promenade and Genovese Lighthouse. After lunch, you

Day 10

Silistra (Silistra)

Wake up in Silistra this morning. This Bulgarian town has changed hands many times over the centuries. It was a major Turkish fortress and trade centre in the 15th century, played a significant role in the Russo-Turkish wars of the 1870s, briefly became part of Romania after the Second Balkan War, a

Day 11

Rousse (Rousse)

This morning, dock in the town of Rousse, often described as ‘Little Vienna’. Join a local guide on a sightseeing tour of this opulent town this morning, resplendent in Belle Epoque architecture and leafy manicured squares. You will also learn about traditional Bulgarian handicrafts, sam

Day 12

Vidin (Vidin)

You will arrive early in Vidin, Bulgaria, this morning. This historic town has a well-preserved medieval fortress and sits between the borders of Bulgaria and Romania. The region boasts a fertile landscape where wine has been grown for almost a century. Scenic Freechoice: Choose from the following S

Day 13

Iron Gates > Golubac (Iron Gates > Golubac)

This morning, you will cruise through the spectacular scenery of the Iron Gates. This stretch of the Danube is the natural border between Serbia and Romania and features four narrow gorges, soaring cliffs and the might rock carving of Decebalus, the former Romanian king. Later, dock in the charming

Day 14

Belgrade (Belgrade)

The capital of Serbia, Belgrade is known as the ‘Door to Central Europe’ and lies at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. This eclectic city is steeped in history, with Neolithic ruins found nearby, a fortress built by the Romans, Brutalist buildings that sit beside Art Nouveau

Day 15

Novi Sad (Novi Sad)

Arrive in Novi Sad early this morning. Serbia’s second largest city is a lively place of music, art and liberal freedoms. It is also an ethnically diverse city, has a thriving contemporary art scene with several large scale public murals and hosts vibrant festivals, all while nurturing its ric

Day 16

Vukovar (Vukovar)

Cross into Croatia this morning and dock in Vukovar, a poignant city with a turbulent history. Over the past 500 years it has been part of the Ottoman, Habsburg and Austro-Hungarian empires, and in the 1990’s was the epicentre of the Croatian War of Independence. Many of the grand Baroque buil

Day 17

Mohacs (Mohacs)

Straddling the Danube, this small Hungarian town was the site of the 16th century Battle of Mohács, which led to the destruction of the Hungarian monarchy and the rise of Ottoman and Habsburg rule. From here, you will explore the surrounding regions. Scenic Freechoice: Choose from one of this

Day 18

Ordas (Ordas)

You will arrive in Hungary's Great Plain region this morning. Known for its rich history, this region is renowned for producing some of the world's most intricate and beautiful folk art, particularly its detailed embroidery. Today, the region has retained much of its rural charm. Scenic Free

Day 19

Budapest (Budapest)

Wake in Budapest this morning. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. It’s an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is als

Day 20

Bratislava (Bratislava)

Enjoy a relaxing morning on board your Scenic Space-Ship as you cruise through Hungary and into Slovakia. Request a coffee from your butler and enjoy it in the comfort of your Scenic Sun Lounge as the beautiful Danube scenery rolls by. Take a dip in the Vitality Pool^, work out in the gym, book in f

Day 21

Budapest (Budapest)

Return to Budapest today. Your ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ship will dock after lunch, giving you free time to explore on your own this afternoon. Perhaps, pack your swimsuit and make your way to one of Budapest’s thermal baths for a relaxing soak in the therapeutic waters. Széchenyi Bath

Day 22

Budapest (Budapest)

Your journey comes to an end this morning. After a final breakfast in your hotel, check out and transfer to Budapest Airport for your onward travels, leaving with cherish memories to last a lifetime. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water

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