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A Wine Cruise on the Danube with the Owners of Coastal Bubbles
Oct 21 - 28, 2027
October 21 - 28, 2027 | AMADEUS Nova Budapest a Passau
An Immersive Wine Experience on the Danube
Join Tammy and Alan Foshay of Boats + Bubbles Travel and Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar for a hosted wine journey through the heart of Europe along the Danube. From Vienna to the Wachau Valley, we’ll explore celebrated wine regions, share unforgettable experiences, and enjoy the kind of welcoming community our Coastal Bubbles guests already know and love.
On board, wine host Steve Lutz guides three curated tastings and a wine-paired dinner. The discovery continues ashore with four optional wine-themed excursions in select destinations. For those looking to balance their palate with local history, a variety of cultural sightseeing tours are also available.
Meet Your Wine Host, Steve Lutz
Winemaker, Pizzaiola, Founder of Lenne Estate
Your Wine Host, Lenne Estate winery founder Steve Lutz, developed a passion for wine shortly after graduating from the University of Oregon, and moved to Napa Valley to work and learn in cellars and tasting rooms throughout Napa. Then Steve made his first homemade Pinot Noir in 1986 and was immediately hooked on the challenges and rewards of this challenging grape.
Steve returned to Oregon in 1999, and established Lenne Estate, a classic Willamette Valley winery: small, family-owned, entirely estate-grown, intensely focused on well-balanced Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays that express soils and climate. While the Lenne winery is now in new hands, Steve is contemplating his next role in the vastly expanded Oregon wine world, extending his involvement out to the far eastern edges of the state in the Rocks of Milton-Freewater AVA.
Itinerary
Thu, Oct 21: Budapest, Hungary
Fri, Oct 22: Budapest / Esztergom
Sat, Oct 23: Bratislava, Slovakia
Sun, Oct 24: Vienna, Austria
Mon, Oct 25: Vienna / Duernstein / Weissenkirchen
Tue, Oct 26: Weissenkirchen / Melk
Wed, Oct 27: Linz, Austria
Thu, Oct 28: Passau, Germany
Full Itinerary
Details and Inclusions
Included in Your Journey
- Luxury outside-facing stateroom accommodations
- Gourmet dining throughout your cruise
- Complimentary wine, beer, soft drinks, coffee and tea with lunch and dinner
- Wi-Fi throughout the ship
- Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain's Gala Dinner
- Three onboard wine tastings
- One wine-paired dinner
- Port taxes, fees and gratuities
Exclusive Boats + Bubbles + Coastal Bubbles Extras
- Early Booking Savings: Save $150 per person when booked by August 15, 2026
- Private gatherings at Coastal Bubbles + Wine Bar (New Bedford, MA) with Tammy & Alan
- Know Before You Go Gathering – Travel tips, packing guidance, final details, and Q&A before departure
- Exclusive pre-departure communication and travel support
- Complimentary Wine Tasting Journal
- Additional hosted onboard surprises throughout the journey
Not Included
- Airfare
- Travel insurance
- Optional shore excursions
- Transfers and other ground arrangements
- Personal purchases and onboard incidentals
- Pre- or post-cruise hotel stays unless added to your reservation
Pricing and Room Options
Cruise fares are per person based on double occupancy.
Cabin Category
Deck
Price Per Person
C-4 (172 sq ft)
Haydn
$3,200
C-1 (172 sq ft)
Haydn
$3,618
B-4 (188 sq ft)
Strauss
$4,109
B-1 (188 sq ft)
Strauss
$4,409
A-1 (188 sq ft)
Mozart
$4,839
Suite (284 sq ft)
Mozart
$5,679
Need help selecting the right cabin? We’re happy to help you choose the best option based on your preferences, mobility needs, and travel style.
Single Occupancy Supplement
- C-4: 15%
- C-1: 30%
- B-4 / B-1: 50%
- A-1: 60%
- Suite: 100%
Early Booking Savings
Save $150 per person when booked by August 15, 2026Important Information
This hosted group has a limited allocation of 10 cabins available. Reservations will be confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis.Payments & Cancellation Policy
Reservation Deposit
A deposit of 10% per person is required to secure a confirmed reservation. Deposits are non-refundable.Final Payment
The remaining balance is due no later than June 23, 2027, which is 120 days prior to departure.Cancellation Policy
- Deposit: Non-refundable
- 120–90 days prior to departure: 50% of total cruise fare per person
- 89–60 days prior to departure: 80% of total cruise fare per person
- Less than 60 days prior to departure: 100% of total cruise fare per person
Cruise Highlights
Budapest
Begin your journey in one of Europe’s most beautiful river cities, where grand architecture and Danube views set the stage for the week ahead.Bratislava
Explore charming streets, local culture, and one of Central Europe’s hidden gems.Vienna
Experience elegant cafés, historic landmarks, and the city’s celebrated wine traditions.Wachau Valley
Sail through one of Austria’s most picturesque wine regions, known for terraced vineyards and storybook villages.Melk
Discover centuries of history and spectacular scenery along the Danube.Passau
Conclude your journey in the beautiful "City of Three Rivers."Wine Experiences Onboard
- Three curated onboard wine tastings
- One wine-paired dinner
- Wine host Steve Lutz onboard
- Optional wine-focused shore experiences to be announced
Additional wine experiences and optional shore excursions will be announced as they become available.
Travel Protection
Travel insurance is strongly recommended to help protect your investment and provide coverage for unexpected events before and during your journey. Coverage options may help with trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses, baggage delays, and other unforeseen travel situations.
Because cruise deposits and cancellation penalties apply, we encourage guests to carefully consider travel protection options. Additional information and insurance options will be provided after booking.
We’re happy to help guide you through available options so you can travel with confidence.
Your Advisor
Tammy Foshay
Boats + Bubbles Travel
tammy@boatsandbubblestravel.com
3129952921