The Danube's Iron Gates
About This Cruise
This Danube cruise takes you through several countries in Central and South-Eastern Europe in twelve days and combines nature experiences with cultural highlights. The starting point is Passau with its baroque old town at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. The next stop is Bratislava, where the castle towers over the old town. In Hungary and Serbia, Kalocsa, known for its paprika cultivation, Mohács with its historical significance and the spiritual Aljmaš are on the program. Belgrade impresses with the Kalemegdan fortress and its lively city center.
A scenic highlight is the "Iron Gate", an imposing river strait between high cliffs, followed by Donji Milanovac in Đerdap National Park. Novi Sad with the Petrovaradin fortress and the traditional wine town of Ilok complete the route. In Budapest, the parliament building, the Chain Bridge and the thermal baths dominate the scene. Hainburg with its medieval city fortifications and Vienna, with its imperial heritage, magnificent buildings and coffee house culture, follow upstream.
The UNESCO-protected Wachau shows further highlights with Dürnstein and the blue collegiate church as well as the baroque Melk Abbey. At the end, the ship reaches Passau again. The journey combines impressive landscapes - from the Hungarian plains to the gorges of the Iron Gate - with rich culture and regional traditions along one of Europe's most important waterways.
Type
River, Luxury
Ship
VIVA TWO
Departure Date
6 September 2026
Cruise Line
VIVA Cruises
Duration
11 Nights
Select Your Cabin Type
Call Us at 01 6874149Overview
This Danube cruise takes you through several countries in Central and South-Eastern Europe in twelve days and combines nature experiences with cultural highlights. The starting point is Passau with its baroque old town at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. The next stop is Bratislava, where the castle towers over the old town. In Hungary and Serbia, Kalocsa, known for its paprika cultivation, Mohács with its historical significance and the spiritual Aljmaš are on the program. Belgrade impresses with the Kalemegdan fortress and its lively city center.
A scenic highlight is the "Iron Gate", an imposing river strait between high cliffs, followed by Donji Milanovac in Đerdap National Park. Novi Sad with the Petrovaradin fortress and the traditional wine town of Ilok complete the route. In Budapest, the parliament building, the Chain Bridge and the thermal baths dominate the scene. Hainburg with its medieval city fortifications and Vienna, with its imperial heritage, magnificent buildings and coffee house culture, follow upstream.
The UNESCO-protected Wachau shows further highlights with Dürnstein and the blue collegiate church as well as the baroque Melk Abbey. At the end, the ship reaches Passau again. The journey combines impressive landscapes - from the Hungarian plains to the gorges of the Iron Gate - with rich culture and regional traditions along one of Europe's most important waterways.
Suite
- 24 m²
- Diamond Deck
- Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes
- VIVA All-Inclusive
EQUIPMENT:
- Priority embarkation (1 hour before check-in)
- Welcome Aperitif with Wine and Canapes
- 50 EUR laundry credit (per cabin)
- Two single beds (set apart on request)
- French balcony
- Table and two armchairs
- Lounge area
- Beauty products from RITUALS®
- 32" LED TV
- Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily
- Nespresso® machine
- Hair dryer
- Free WLAN access
- Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
- Bathroom with shower
- SPA bathrobe and slippers
- Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
- Location on the top passenger deck
Double Cabin Diamond Deck
15 m²
- Diamond Deck
- French balcony
- VIVA All-Inclusive
EQUIPMENT:
- Two single beds (set apart on request)
- French balcony
- Table and two armchairs
- Beauty products from RITUALS®
- 32" LED TV
- Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily
- Nespresso® machine
- Hair dryer
- Free WLAN access
- Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
- Bathroom with shower
- Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
- Location on the top passenger deck
Double Cabin Ruby Deck
- 15 m²
- Ruby Deck
- French balcony
- VIVA All-Inclusive
EQUIPMENT:
- Two single beds (set apart on request)
- French balcony
- Table and two armchairs
- Beauty products from RITUALS®
- 32" LED TV
- Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily
- Nespresso® machine
- Hair dryer
- Free WLAN access
- Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
- Bathroom with shower
- Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
Double Cabin aft Ruby Deck
- 15 m²
- Ruby Deck
- French balcony
- VIVA All-Inclusive
EQUIPMENT:
- Two single beds (set apart on request)
- French balcony
- Table and two armchairs
- Beauty products from RITUALS®
- 32" LED TV
- Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily
- Nespresso® machine
- Hair dryer
- Free WLAN access
- Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
- Bathroom with shower
- Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
Double Cabin Emerald Deck
- 15 m²
- Emerald Deck
- Window (cannot be opened)
- VIVA All-Inclusive
EQUIPMENT:
- Two single beds (set apart on request)
- Window (cannot be opened)
- Table and two armchairs
- Beauty products from RITUALS®
- 32" LED TV
- Minibar with free water, beer and soft drinks, refilled daily
- Nespresso® machine
- Hair dryer
- Free WLAN access
- Telephone, safe and air conditioning/heating
- Bathroom with shower
- Generous storage space in wardrobes and under the bed
Riverside Restaurant
The RIVERSIDE Restautant is the main restaurant of the VIVA TWO. And a place where we spoil you with international gourmet cuisine and - depending on where we are - also with regional dishes. For lunch and dinner, we offer you a choice of multi-course menus.
Moments Restaurant
At MOMENTS, we take you on a culinary journey through Italy! MOMENTS is the perfect place to experience the diverse flavors of Italian cuisine. Immerse yourself in a world of taste and pleasure as you travel along picturesque river landscapes.
VIVA's Bistro
The bistro offers an interplay of two worlds: On some evenings we spoil you with Asian creations, then again we whisk you away to Italian-Mediterranean worlds. A culinary duo where, despite all the variety, "discover and indulge" is always on the menu.
Panorama Salon
The Panorama Salon is located on the Diamond Deck.
Reception
During your river cruise, the reception is open around the clock for you and the staff is always happy to assist you with any concerns or requests.
Wellness Area
Wellness area with steam bath and infrared sauna.
You can make an appointment for your massage at the reception.
Fitness Area
Those who do not want to do without their daily sports program on board can use the fitness area. Use of the fitness room is free and possible 24 hours a day.
Pool
Pool on the sun deck.