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Transfers From Italy’s lakes and a Passion Play staged once every five years to the Danube’s grand capitals, this captivating journey is elevated by Van Loon.
Your holiday begins beside Lake Maggiore, where alpine scenery frames elegant lakeside towns. A rail journey through dramatic gorges and a stroll around Como’s historic squares draw you deeper into northern Italy. Then comes the emotional heart of it all: Sordevolo, where more than 400 villagers bring a centuries-old Passion Play to life under open skies. Beforehand, a backstage tour reveals the craft behind the spectacle.
Swapping lakeshores for the Danube, you’ll embark The Gentleman in Budapest for a refined seven-night river cruise. Handsome riverside cities unfold one after another, from the castle-crowned hills of Buda to imperial Vienna. Guided excursions bring each city into focus, while the river itself sets an unhurried pace between them.
Experience a centuries-old tradition staged only once every five years, as more than 400 residents of Sordevolo bring the Passion to life beneath the Piedmont sky. From the play’s rich history to the hush before the performance begins, this is a rare and deeply moving evening.
Ride the celebrated Centovalli Railway from Domodossola through the ‘One Hundred Valleys’, a journey rich in alpine drama. Deep gorges and chestnut forests drift past the window, before the train pulls into the Swiss lakeside town of Locarno.
Embark The Gentleman in Budapest for a seven-night cruise along the Danube to Passau, through the heart of Central Europe. From Buda’s castle district to Vienna’s imperial boulevards and Linz’s mountain views, each port brings something new to discover.
Discover the elegant heart of lakeside Como on a guided walking tour, where a striking cathedral, a historic basilica and a medieval gateway sit alongside lively squares. Afterwards, take your time over a leisurely Italian lunch before returning to Lake Maggiore.
Experience a centuries-old tradition staged only once every five years, as more than 400 residents of Sordevolo bring the Passion to life beneath the Piedmont sky. From the play’s rich history to the hush before the performance begins, this is a rare and deeply moving evening.
Ride the celebrated Centovalli Railway from Domodossola through the ‘One Hundred Valleys’, a journey rich in alpine drama. Deep gorges and chestnut forests drift past the window, before the train pulls into the Swiss lakeside town of Locarno.
Embark The Gentleman in Budapest for a seven-night cruise along the Danube to Passau, through the heart of Central Europe. From Buda’s castle district to Vienna’s imperial boulevards and Linz’s mountain views, each port brings something new to discover.
Discover the elegant heart of lakeside Como on a guided walking tour, where a striking cathedral, a historic basilica and a medieval gateway sit alongside lively squares. Afterwards, take your time over a leisurely Italian lunch before returning to Lake Maggiore.
Life on board The Gentleman feels more like a boutique hotel on the water – relaxed, intimate, and effortlessly stylish. With just 172 guests, the atmosphere is calm and uncrowded, offering a highly personalised experience, attentive service, and a perfect balance of comfort, discovery, privacy, and connection.
Launched in 2024, this 135-metre vessel accommodates up to 172 guests across 86 elegantly appointed cabins, including spacious suites and panoramic staterooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a generous sun deck invite guests to fully appreciate Europe’s scenic waterways, while stylish interiors showcase Dutch craftsmanship and high-end materials.
Onboard, guests enjoy a refined, boutique hotel-style experience, with a panoramic lounge, restaurant, and attentive service creating a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere. Sailing along iconic rivers such as the Rhine and Danube, The Gentleman offers an intimate and immersive way to explore Europe – combining comfort, design, and a sense of effortless elegance throughout every journey.
Dining onboard The Gentleman is refined yet relaxed, with high-quality cuisine inspired by regional flavours. Guests enjoy elegant, open-seating meals, attentive service, and thoughtfully curated menus. Drinks, including wines and cocktails, are available throughout the day, creating a seamless and sociable onboard experience.
• Baroness Restaurant
• Grandeur Bistro
Entertainment onboard The Gentleman is refined and low-key, focusing on intimate experiences. Evenings feature drinks, conversation, and occasional live music in elegant lounges, while enrichment talks and relaxed social spaces create a sophisticated atmosphere designed to complement the journey rather than dominate it.
• Majesty Lounge
The Gentleman offers a range of stylish, boutique-style facilities designed for comfort and relaxation. Unwind on the sun deck, enjoy panoramic views from the lounge, stay active in the fitness area, or refresh in the spa.
• Top Deck
• Lobby
• Reception
• Massage Centre
• Fitness Space
• Premium WiFi
Launched in 2024, this 135-metre vessel accommodates up to 172 guests across 86 elegantly appointed cabins, including spacious suites and panoramic staterooms. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a generous sun deck invite guests to fully appreciate Europe’s scenic waterways, while stylish interiors showcase Dutch craftsmanship and high-end materials.
Onboard, guests enjoy a refined, boutique hotel-style experience, with a panoramic lounge, restaurant, and attentive service creating a relaxed yet upscale atmosphere. Sailing along iconic rivers such as the Rhine and Danube, The Gentleman offers an intimate and immersive way to explore Europe – combining comfort, design, and a sense of effortless elegance throughout every journey.
Dining onboard The Gentleman is refined yet relaxed, with high-quality cuisine inspired by regional flavours. Guests enjoy elegant, open-seating meals, attentive service, and thoughtfully curated menus. Drinks, including wines and cocktails, are available throughout the day, creating a seamless and sociable onboard experience.
• Baroness Restaurant
• Grandeur Bistro
Entertainment onboard The Gentleman is refined and low-key, focusing on intimate experiences. Evenings feature drinks, conversation, and occasional live music in elegant lounges, while enrichment talks and relaxed social spaces create a sophisticated atmosphere designed to complement the journey rather than dominate it.
• Majesty Lounge
The Gentleman offers a range of stylish, boutique-style facilities designed for comfort and relaxation. Unwind on the sun deck, enjoy panoramic views from the lounge, stay active in the fitness area, or refresh in the spa.
• Top Deck
• Lobby
• Reception
• Massage Centre
• Fitness Space
• Premium WiFi
Staterooms and suites onboard The Gentleman are elegantly designed as private retreats, ranging from comfortable, well-appointed cabins to spacious suites with separate living areas. Enjoy modern amenities, generous storage, and large windows – many floor-to-ceiling – bringing in natural light and ever-changing river views.
Standard Staterooms on board The Gentleman are thoughtfully designed as comfortable, private retreats, offering modern amenities, elegant furnishings, and ample storage. Enjoy natural light and scenic river views from the large windows, alongside well-appointed en-suite bathrooms and daily service.
Premium Stateroom staterooms on board The Gentleman offer space and comfort, thoughtfully designed with elegant furnishings and modern amenities. Featuring approximately 14 square meters of space, they include infinity balconies, well-appointed bathrooms, and refined touches – creating a stylish, light-filled retreat with ever-changing river views.
Deluxe Staterooms on board The Gentleman offer space and comfort, thoughtfully designed with elegant furnishings and modern amenities. Featuring approximately 16 square meters of space, they include infinity balconies, well-appointed bathrooms, and refined touches – creating a stylish, light-filled retreat with ever-changing river views.
Suites offer generous space of around 21 square metres, featuring elegant design and refined comforts. Enjoy a separate sitting area, spa-like bathroom, and infinity balcony, creating a luxurious, light-filled retreat with elevated privacy and sweeping river views.
Dating back to 1908, this four-star hotel in tranquil parkland overlooks Lake Maggiore and the Borromeo Islands. Its opulent interiors feature magnificent guest rooms and suites with lavish period-style decor, including Damask prints, high ceilings, chandeliers, and rich gold, blue, and Venetian red hues. Steps from the lakeside promenade and 300 meters from Stresa’s center, it’s an ideal base for exploring Lake Maggiore’s charms, like the Borromean Islands. The hotel offers two heated pools (indoor and outdoor), tennis, massages, a sun terrace with views, and live music and dancing at the 1900 bar.
Upgrade Available: Lake View Room at the Hotel Regina Palace StresaVan Loon The Gentleman BUD-PAS 24SEP2027 – Passion Play
Agorà Palace Hotel offers you a stylish base in the heart of Biella. During your stay, you can relax in modern, well-appointed rooms featuring contemporary décor and thoughtful amenities. The hotel’s restaurant serves delicious Italian and regional cuisine, while the bar and lounge provide welcoming spaces to unwind. From here, you’re ideally placed to explore Biella’s historic centre, as well as nearby towns such as Sordevolo, known for its charming Alpine setting.
The charming Aqualux Hotel Spa Suite & Bardolino lies just moments from the centre of Bardolino, on the Veronese shore of Lake Garda. The modern hotel features calming spaces and a wonderful leisure offering. Dive into one of eight swimming pools and check out the AquaSpa Wellness & AquaFitness facilities, including saunas, Turkish bath and private spa area. Following a day of sightseeing around Lake Garda, relax with an apéritif and savour the exquisite tastes of northern Italy at the hotel’s two restaurants.
Elegant and centrally located, InterContinental Budapest sits directly on the banks of the Danube beside the Chain Bridge, with views across to Buda Castle and the surrounding hills. Rooms feature sleek, contemporary interiors, many with river or castle views, and guests can unwind in the indoor pool or the on-site spa. Nearby, discover attractions including the Hungarian Parliament Building, Fisherman’s Bastion, the Central Market Hall and St Stephen’s Basilica.
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