Divine Danube: A Classical Cruise with Three Spirited Fathers

Budapest, Hungary

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Cloverdale Travel
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46 reviews
Apr 20 - 30, 2026
Group size: 20 - 45
Divine Danube: A Classical Cruise with Three Spirited Fathers
Budapest, Hungary

Cloverdale Travel
  • Email address verified
46 reviews

$NaN
Apr 20 - 30, 2026
Group size: 20 - 45

About this trip

What’s included

  • Daily Masses
    Our spiritual leaders: Fr. Jim DeGrassa, Fr. Matt Tralies, Fr. Zachary Navit
  • Amadeus NOVA
    Accommodations from 23-30APR, including ship amenities (different stateroom amenities) and B,L,D with beverage package (L,D), as noted; no refund for meals not taken onboard
  • Tour Manager
    Professional guide accompanying group from arrival to depature
  • Private Motor Coach
    Private climate controlled bus with professional drive for use by our group from arrival to departure
  • Local guides
    English-speaking local guides in Prague, Passau, Salzberg, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
  • Welcome Dinner
    Welcome aboard the Riva! Welcome cocktail and festive dinner
  • Strauss & Mozart Concert
    27APR in Vienna at the Kursalon (category B tickets, subject to confirmation)
  • Beer Tasting
    28APR in Bratislava; taste traditional pilsner style beer made of only water, malt, hop, brewing yeast
  • Captain's Gala Dinner
    Farewell to the Amadeus!
  • Folklore Show
    29APR in Budapest as part of our Farewell Celebration
  • Lunches on ship
    Buffet or table service, including beverage package (regional quality red & white wine, draft beer, soft drinks, water, coffee, tea)
  • Dinners on ship
    Buffet or 3-course menu, including beverage package (regional quality red & white wine, draft beer, soft drinks, water, coffee, tea)
  • Ship Amenities
    Heated pool, sun deck with lounge, shuffleboard, outdoor giant chess, golf putting green, fitness & massage rooms, gift shop, elevator, bicycles; laundry service & WiFi also available (for purchase)
  • Panorama Bar & Lounge
    On board NOVA full service bar and lounge; open during posted hours; live entertainment as per schedule
  • Café Vienna
    On board NOVA with Viennese coffee specialities available
  • Amadeus Club
    On board NOVA with 24 hour self-service coffee station
  • Excursions & Tours
    All excursions, tours, and admissions, as per itinerary
  • Czech Entrance Fees
    Hradcany, Krumlov Castle (Pre Cruise Option)
  • Germany Entrance Fees
    Museum of Treasure of Cathedral in Passau
  • Austria Entrance Fees
    Salzburg Cathedral, Melk Abbey, St. Stephen Cathedral
  • Hungary Admission Fees
    Matthias Church, Fisherman's Bastion
  • Baggage Handling
    Porterage for 1 bag/person in/out on ship (& hotel in Prague for Pre-Stay between 7AM- 8PM, and subject to confirmation)
  • Ship fees
    Port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation, lock fees
  • Whisperer
    Listening devices for touring

What’s not included

  • Prague Pre-Cruise Stay
    4* hotel accommodations from 21-23APR including breakfast and 3 course dinners; also includes touring, gratuities, and transfer from airport to hotel, and from hotel to cruise embarkation
  • Flights
    Economy group flights offered as an optional add-on for additional fee; 2 departure dates to accommodate Pre-Cruise Stay and Cruise only options
  • ETIAS Authorization
    Travel authorization to enter EU required of USA citizens beginning 2026
  • Travel protection
    Travel protection/insurance is highly recommended
  • Cruise Tips & Gratuities
    Gratuities for Tour Escort, Drivers, Local Guides, Group Meals, Porters, Ship Crew added as line item to each final invoice
  • Mass donations
    $1-2/person at each church
  • Personal Gratuities
    Housekeeping services; personal meals & services; exceptional service
  • Extra drinks & beverages
    Except as noted
  • Personal Expenses
  • Anything not mentioned

Available Packages

CRUISE: STRAUS DECK, Cabin
Available until January 31, 2026Only 1 left
$4,995
CRUISE: UPGRADE, MOZART DECK, Suite
Sold Out
$5,995
CRUISE: UPGRADE, MOZART DECK, Stateroom
Available until January 31, 2026Sold Out
$5,595
CRUISE: HAYDN DECK, Cabin
Available until January 31, 20264 left
$4,595

Available Add-Ons

PRE CRUISE PRAGUE EXTENSION: 20-23 APR
$995
Available until January 31, 20266 left
Deposit: $500
PRE CRUISE ROUND TRIP AIR, DEPART 20 APR
$1,350
Available until January 31, 20266 left
Deposit: $500
PRE CRUISE PRAGUE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
$250
Only 1 left
CRUISE ONLY ROUND TRIP AIR, DEPART 22APR
$1,500
Available until January 31, 2026
Deposit: $500
CRUISE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT/SOLO TRAVELER
$3,000
Available until January 31, 2026Sold Out
Deposit: $500
CRUISE TIP/GRATUITIES (ADDED FOR ALL)
$350
Available until March 21, 2026
Deposit: $0
POSTAGE
$15
Available until March 21, 2026
Deposit: $0
CUSTOM PRE CRUISE ROUND TRIP AIR
$1,700
Sold Out
ADDITIONAL NIGHT IN PRAGUE
$245
Sold Out
CUSTOM CRUISE ONLY ROUND TRIP AIR
$4,800
Sold Out


Itinerary

AMADEUS NOVA
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CT
Cloverdale Travel
46 reviews
Jesus Christ invites us: "Come and see!" Cloverdale Travel is your partner and guide in answering that invitation to encounter Jesus with others through fun, faith-based pilgrimage. Cloverdale Travel, a division of Cloverdale Group LLC, is proud to feature the pilgrimages of Father Zachary Navit, a Catholic priest of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and experienced group leader.

Reviews

Thank you, Cloverdale! Everything was great! Lucia was a great tour guide!
By Daniel Michael M for A Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Mayer & Fr. O'Sullivan on Dec 16, 2025
This is my fifth trip to Italy; once on my own, 3 with another travel agency and this one. This was my least favorite trip to Italy. The first hotel's room was very nice; location-so far from anywhere; food--dinner specifically was AWFUL. The second hotel's room was lovely; location-still too far from anywhere; food was much better and I appreciated the ability to choose for dinner--more authentic Italian choices. The third hotel's room was fine; location too far outside of Rome proper; food was AWFUL again. If the hotels were closer to things, we could have all done some dinners on our own in the towns. The spiritual aspects were very nice. Mass daily at the different locations was lovely. However, it would have been nice to have better tours of St. Peter's, St. Mary, St. John Lateran and St. Paul Outside the Walls. We basically did walk-throughs-- I like more. Assisi was lovely. The Holy Stairs were a faith experience. Nemi was lovely. I could not even have purchased a remembrance from each basilica for the Jubilee Year. The Buffalo farm was a highlight. The last day was way too busy. We left the hotel at 6:30am and returned at 11:00pm--Then needed to rise really early for the airport. It would have been nice to have gone to the papal audience--had the afternoon free and then have a last dinner with the group. Also, that evening-a tour of the vineyard was scheduled at 6pm??? When it was dark?? that makes no sense to me. The whole trip was rushed from here to there. There was no time for just experiencing anything. There was never enough time for lunch and/or shopping--this was terrible. I came with money to spend and came home with few souvenirs and too much euro. I had gelato twice in ten days-- that is a sin. There was not enough time built in for bathroom breaks (consider your audience). We ate a a road side "truck" stop--awful-when right next door there was a bar that had great lunch options and plenty of seating for a group. We were constantly told to hurry up--we were late, there was no time for shopping/leisure, etc. This happened throughout the entire time. I know it was a large group, but I feel like we were herded all over-- needing to walk great distances that was not always necessary and consideration for the age of the group was not given--, given "American" food and honestly not treated very nicely by the guide. An example of this was when we were in Amalfi and three of us decided to skip the church tour to explore and shop. When we were seen by our guide, she scolded us for leaving the tour. Excuse me? I am a grown an adult who paid a lot for this trip and chose to have a little free time. I realize you may have wanted to pack sites in because it was many people's first trip to Italy, however, I would have preferred a few things done well and the longing to make a return trip. It would also have been nice to have some free time to experience Italy on our own--and not just an hour to get lunch. My lessoned learned is to never book another trip with so many people.
By Renee C for A Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Mayer & Fr. O'Sullivan on Nov 22, 2025
In 2023, I had the privilege of visiting Rome with a different pilgrimage group and travel agency. That journey exceeded all of my expectations: It not only calmed my initial fears and anxieties but also provided a deeply enriching spiritual experience. Naturally, when I signed up for this year’s pilgrimage, I anticipated something similar: Meaningful encounters at the sacred sites, balanced with opportunities to explore other parts of Italy such as Orvieto, Assisi, Sorrento, and Capri. I expected differences, of course, given the expanded itinerary, but I assumed the overall quality would remain consistent. Unfortunately, this was not the case. While I truly valued the chance to see additional cities, meet new people, and share fellowship with my fellow parishioners, I found myself increasingly disappointed by how tightly packed the schedule was. Others felt the same throughout the trip. The pace left us with little opportunity to engage with the sites in the depth they deserve. For example, our visit to St. Peter’s Basilica lasted only 10–15 minutes. For first-time visitors, this was especially disheartening. We stood in a single spot near St. Andrew’s statue after entering through the Holy Door and passing St. Peter’s tomb before we left. Similarly, we did not even have the chance to tour St. John Lateran Basilica, one of the most significant churches in Rome. The sheer size of our group, nearly 50 people, was a major factor in these limitations. Managing such a large number inevitably slowed down transitions, made it difficult to adhere to the schedule, and reduced the time available at each destination. The tour guide, Lucia, did a great job with handling such a large group, but overall, it was a challenge time and time again. The extensive travel required by bus, van, and on foot only compounded the issue. With so many people moving together, the logistics became unrealistic, and the planned itinerary simply could not be executed as intended. Although I remain grateful for the opportunity to see more of Italy and to share in the communal aspects of the pilgrimage, I cannot overlook the frustration of feeling rushed through places that deserve reverence, reflection, and time. Pilgrimages are meant to be transformative, not hurried, and this experience highlighted how critical thoughtful planning and group size are to ensuring that the journey fulfills its spiritual purpose.
By John S for A Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Mayer & Fr. O'Sullivan on Nov 16, 2025
Unbelievable experience!! Beautiful towns & Basilica's. Nice hotels & excellent tour guide! True pilgrimage in an historic sacred place!
By Joseph Charles K for A Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Mayer & Fr. O'Sullivan on Nov 15, 2025
Great itinerary, but skipped major tourist sites in Rome due to poor use of time. Little time for lunch. Common question among group: What are we doing, where are we going? All of my questions were answered with “I’ll talk to you later”.
By Robert S for Hope Does Not Disappoint: A Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy with Fr. Brody on Oct 18, 2025
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St Francis of Assisi 100th Anniversary Pilgrimage to Italy was a wonderful well organized pilgrimage. Five star hotels , great food and Mass celebrations in some of the most beautiful churches in the world . The tours were well thought out, combining leisure time with scheduled tours . I have been on many pilgrimages and this trip ranked at the top.
By Kathleen H on 25 Apr, 2024