Danube River Cruise — Nicko Bellejour, 7 Nights

About Danube River Cruise — Nicko Bellejour, 7 Nights

A 7 Nights 8 Days Danube River cruise aboard the Nicko Bellejour. Fly from Istanbul with Turkish Airlines and board the ship at the port of Passau. The ship calls at the ports of Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, and Melk in that order; the program then continues with a land stop in Prague. Program summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Passau; Day 2 Vienna; Day 3 Budapest; Day 4 Bratislava; Day 5 Melk; Day 6 Passau; Day 7 Prague; Day 8 Prague – Istanbul. Cabin options: Lower Deck Outside Cabin, Middle Deck French Balcony Cabin, Upper Deck French Balcony Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin selected when booking. Departure date: 17 May 2027. The price per person starts at €1.599. Included in the price: Economy-class round-trip flights with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul(IST) - Munich (MUC) // Prague (PRG) - Istanbul(IST) route; Airport taxes & ship port taxes; 2 Nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a hotel in Prague; Český Krumlov Tour; Prague city tour; Airport transfers (on the day of boarding the ship and the day of disembarkation).

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Passau

Flight from Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1629 (07:55); transfer to the Port of Passau upon arrival, embarkation, and settling into your cabins. The ship departs the port at 17:00; dinner and overnight stay on board.

Day 2 — Vienna

Port stop in Vienna. Sightseeing around the Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace, plus free time during the day. The ship departs from the port at 22:45; overnight stay on board.

Day 3 — Budapest

Stop at the port of Budapest. Enjoy sightseeing and free time during the day around Heroes' Square, Gellért Hill, Elizabeth Bridge, and Buda Castle. The ship departs the port at 22:30; overnight on board.

Day 4 — Bratislava

The ship docks at the port of Bratislava at 15:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for interested guests. Overnight stay on board.

Day 5 — Melk

Stop at the port of Melk. Sightseeing around the Benedictine Abbey and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 6 — Passau

Stop at Passau port. Sightseeing around St. Vitus Cathedral and free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.

Day 7 — Prague

Land program: Prague. Sightseeing during the day around the Presidential Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Charles Bridge. Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 8 — Prague – Istanbul

Free time around Prague after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1770.

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Danube River cruise with Nicko Bellejour take?

The tour is 7 nights 8 days.

Which ports does the ship visit?

Respectively Passau, Vienna, Budapest, Bratislava, Melk.

Which ship operates this tour?

Aboard the Nicko Bellejour ship.

Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?

Fly from Istanbul to Passau port with Turkish Airlines to embark on the ship; return is also by flight.

What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?

Departure dates: May 17, 2027. Prices start from €1,599 per person.

What cabin types are available?

Outside Cabin Lower Deck (base price), French Balcony Cabin Middle Deck (+€300), French Balcony Cabin Upper Deck (+€500). Supplements are per person.

What is included in the price?

Economy-class round-trip flight ticket with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Prague (PRG) – Istanbul (IST) route; Airport taxes & cruise port taxes; 2 nights' Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a hotel in Prague; Český Krumlov Tour; Prague city tour; Airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service on board; Welcome Cocktail; Captain’s Gala Cocktail, Special Gala Menu; Luggage handling service on the first and last day of the cruise; Turkish-language guide service, subject to a minimum of 20 participants; Tourist city taxes; TURSAB mandatory professional liability insurance.

What is not included in the price?

Visa fee and service charge; domestic connecting ticket; all personal expenses; entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not mentioned in the itinerary; driver and guide tips; international departure fee; ship crew service charge; Wi-Fi services on board; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board, including those in the minibar.

Is a visa required?

Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.

Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?

Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.