Described by Napoleon as the "king of Europe’s rivers," the Danube is steeped in beauty, legend and lore. Admire the stunning architecture and romantic squares of Bucharest, Romania and embark for the harbor town of Ruse, Bulgaria. Experience historic Vidin, and explore Roman ruins in Drobeta-Turnu Severin. Cross the Carpathian Mountains through the Iron Gate Gorge. Discover Kovacica, Serbia, and Belgrade. See Kalocsa, Hungary, and Mohács before marveling at the Gothic Parliament Building and Opera House of Budapest.

Sail to Bratislava, Slovak Republic. Tour cultural Vienna, Austria and visit medieval Dürnstein. Cruise through the charming Wachau Valley, lined with vineyards and castle ruins, to Melk. Finally, disembark and enjoy Passau, Germany. Tuck Coop, Executive Director of the California Alumni Association, will accompany you on this trip.