26 NIGHTS
FROM AN INCREDIBLE
26 NIGHTS
FROM AN INCREDIBLE
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From the romantic waterways of the Danube to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean, Van Loon and Princess Cruises unite for an extraordinary twin-cruise holiday.
Begin in Budapest, the striking Hungarian capital straddling the Danube, then embark The Gentleman for a river cruise through the heart of Europe, calling at storybook towns and historic cities along the way. Sail past Vienna’s palatial skyline, wander the fairytale villages of the Wachau valley, and drift into Passau, where Baroque spires rise above the riverbanks, its Old Town glowing at the water’s edge.
A stay in Rome follows, where storied ruins and cobbled piazzas invite unhurried exploration, before you embark Sun Princess® for a Mediterranean voyage steeped in island charm. From whitewashed Santorini to the timeless landmarks of Athens, sail through some of the Mediterranean’s most captivating coastline before your journey draws to a close in vibrant Barcelona.
From the romantic waterways of the Danube to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean, Van Loon and Princess Cruises unite for an extraordinary twin-cruise holiday.
Begin in Budapest, the striking Hungarian capital straddling the Danube, then embark The Gentleman for a river cruise through the heart of Europe, calling at storybook towns and historic cities along the way. Sail past Vienna’s palatial skyline, wander the fairytale villages of the Wachau valley, and drift into Passau, where Baroque spires rise above the riverbanks, its Old Town glowing at the water’s edge.
A stay in Rome follows, where storied ruins and cobbled piazzas invite unhurried exploration, before you embark Sun Princess® for a Mediterranean voyage steeped in island charm. From whitewashed Santorini to the timeless landmarks of Athens, sail through some of the Mediterranean’s most captivating coastline before your journey draws to a close in vibrant Barcelona.
Your holiday begins as you fly overnight from Australia to your destination.
Arriving in Budapest, settle into your hotel for an overnight stay in the Hungarian capital. Straddling the Danube, the city pairs striking architecture with a lively café culture, ideal for an evening stroll before your river cruise begins.
Overnight: InterContinental Budapest
Today you’ll embark the luxurious Gentleman, a beautifully crafted vessel showcasing exceptional Dutch design and premium materials. Settle into its elegant surroundings and enjoy the warm, intimate atmosphere of a yacht-style experience.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Spend a further day in Budapest at leisure, whether exploring the city’s historic streets or relaxing on board as The Gentleman prepares to continue along the Danube tomorrow.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Cruising onward from Budapest, join a walking tour of Bratislava, Slovakia’s compact and characterful capital. Continue past Hainburg’s riverside scenery before arriving into Vienna this evening, ready to explore further tomorrow.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Vienna, Austria’s elegant capital, invites you to explore its iconic Schönbrunn Palace, Baroque streets, and savour its famous coffeehouse culture. Immerse yourself in the city’s timeless ambiance and classical music traditions.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Sail into the Wachau valley, calling at Durnstein and Melk. Terraced vineyards climb the hillsides here, while Melk’s celebrated abbey stands above the Danube, one of the region’s most recognisable landmarks.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Arriving in Linz, join a walking tour through Austria’s third-largest city. Baroque architecture meets a thriving contemporary arts scene, from riverside galleries to a striking modern cathedral spire.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Passau, in southeastern Germany near the Austrian border, charms with its historic Old Town. Highlights include Veste Oberhaus fortress, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and the Pilgrimage Church Mariahilf, alongside the Gothic Town Hall, New Bishop’s Residence, and a wealth of museums.
Meals Included: All-Inclusive Board Basis
Overnight: The Gentleman
Disembark in Passau and fly to Rome, transferring to your hotel for a two-night stay in the Italian capital, ready to begin exploring tomorrow.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel Universo, Rome
Spend a full day in Rome at leisure, whether wandering among ancient ruins, admiring grand piazzas, or savouring the city’s renowned cuisine. With so much history packed into every corner, today rewards unhurried exploration.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Best Western Plus Hotel Universo, Rome
Transfer to the port of Civitavecchia to embark Sun Princess®, where your Mediterranean voyage begins in earnest. Settle into life on board as Rome’s coastline slips from view and the ocean stretches ahead.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Arriving in Naples, the gateway to the ruins of Pompeii and the island of Capri, spend the day exploring at your leisure. This vibrant southern city rewards wandering, from its historic centre to its waterfront.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Step ashore in Chania, Crete’s most atmospheric port town. Venetian architecture and narrow lanes lead down to a picturesque harbour, with plenty of time to explore at your own pace.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Kusadasi welcomes you to Turkey’s Aegean coast, close to the ancient ruins of Ephesus. Once one of the greatest cities of the classical world, its marble streets and towering facades remain impressively intact.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Discover Mykonos, where whitewashed houses and windmills tumble down to the Aegean Sea. Charming boutiques, waterside tavernas and postcard-perfect beaches make this Cycladic island easy to fall for.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Dock at Piraeus for Athens, where the Acropolis crowns a city layered with centuries of history. Explore ancient sites, browse lively markets, or relax with the Parthenon in view.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Santorini’s dramatic caldera views and whitewashed villages perched on volcanic cliffs make this one of the Mediterranean’s most iconic stops. Wander Fira’s clifftop lanes or watch the sunset from Oia.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Bar offers a glimpse of Montenegro’s rugged Adriatic coastline. Its Old Town ruins and olive groves reflect centuries of history, while the surrounding hills offer a quieter pace of travel.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Corfu blends Venetian, French and British influences across its elegant old town. Framed by olive-covered hills and turquoise coves, the island rewards a leisurely wander through its shaded squares.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Arriving in Messina, your entry point to Sicily, explore an island shaped by Greek, Roman and Norman history. Mount Etna rises in the distance, while the town’s cathedral and waterfront invite a relaxed final port visit.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Sun Princess®
Your holiday complete, today you’ll bid farewell to your ship and head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
On board the jaw-dropping and utterly sophisticated Sun Princess® , there is a vast range of inspiring and stimulating entertainment options, leisure facilities, restaurants, and bars. That’s all the better for ensuring your Sun Princess® cruise will be one you will remember for the very best reasons.
Launching in 2024, this next-generation cruise ship will be the third to bear the Sun Princess® name. Offering 1,500 balconies, more than any other Princess cruise ship, Sun Princess® will treat you to a backdrop of stunning sea views at every stage of your voyage.
Seemingly endless options of places to unwind are available on board, ranging from the calming two-level Lotus Spa, swimming pools and hot tubs, to the beautiful Sea View Terrace.
Your appetite will most certainly be satisfied too, as this colossal vessel offers a variety of restaurants and bars to indulge in on your cruise, ranging from Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria to Horizons Dining Room.
The selection of entertainment this truly remarkable. The very best in live shows and music are on hand, to give you a spectacular experience on board before the first destination of your cruise even comes within sight.
With Sun Princess® housing a variety of impressive restaurants and bars, you can be sure to find an eatery – and more than a few dishes – that will pleasantly surprise and delight.
Restaurants include:
Bars include:
Sun Princess® features a range of leisure facilities of unparalleled quality, such as:
As a traveller on board Sun Princess®, you will also find plenty of top-class entertainment options, including:
Launching in 2024, this next-generation cruise ship will be the third to bear the Sun Princess® name. Offering 1,500 balconies, more than any other Princess cruise ship, Sun Princess® will treat you to a backdrop of stunning sea views at every stage of your voyage.
Seemingly endless options of places to unwind are available on board, ranging from the calming two-level Lotus Spa, swimming pools and hot tubs, to the beautiful Sea View Terrace.
Your appetite will most certainly be satisfied too, as this colossal vessel offers a variety of restaurants and bars to indulge in on your cruise, ranging from Sabatini’s Italian Trattoria to Horizons Dining Room.
The selection of entertainment this truly remarkable. The very best in live shows and music are on hand, to give you a spectacular experience on board before the first destination of your cruise even comes within sight.
With Sun Princess® housing a variety of impressive restaurants and bars, you can be sure to find an eatery – and more than a few dishes – that will pleasantly surprise and delight.
Restaurants include:
Bars include:
Sun Princess® features a range of leisure facilities of unparalleled quality, such as:
As a traveller on board Sun Princess®, you will also find plenty of top-class entertainment options, including:
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
Princess® ships offer a practically peerless range of gorgeously appointed and spacious cabins and suites for you to choose from.
The Interior cabins are the most affordable accommodation option available on board Sun Princess® . Nonetheless, they feature two twin beds or a queen-size bed, and all the other essential and comforting amenities you would expect from a luxury cruise stateroom, including:
Do you yearn to take picture-perfect snapshots of the sights along your journey, without even having to leave the comfort of your room? If so, a Premium Oceanview cabin could be the ideal choice of accommodation for your stay on board Sun Princess® .
This stateroom includes all the amenities of an Interior room, with the added benefit of ocean views that give the space a pleasingly airy openness.
A Sun Princess® Balcony stateroom offers all the indulgence of a private balcony, complete with luxury outdoor furniture and an unspoilt view of the surrounding scenery.
A complimentary glass of bubbly is far from the only perk that will await you when you make a Mini-Suite your choice of high-end Sun Princess® accommodation. These generously luxurious suites include a separate seating area with a sofa bed, not to mention two flat-panel TVs and plenty more benefits besides.
*Some suites have windows rather than balconies (labelled Mini-Suite No Balcony)
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.
Elegant and conveniently located, Best Western Plus Hotel Universo offers contemporary accommodation within walking distance of Rome’s ancient marvels. Accommodations come furnished with modern amenities like Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, with many offering balconies overlooking the rooftops of central Rome. Nearby, discover attractions including the Borghese Gallery, the Museum of Palazzo Massimo, the Colosseum and Imperial Forums, the Capitol and the Palazzo delle Esposizioni.
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