--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: d14b7c89-ed61-4d0a-a666-59a28541404e slug: 2356808 voyage_code: BUBU060428.2 cruise_line: Scenic River Cruises ship: Scenic Jasper departure_date: return_date: nights: 8 embarkation_port: Bucharest disembarkation_port: Budapest starting_price_usd: bookable: false last_updated: 2026-10-19T12:07:05Z --- # Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled from Bucharest > Scenic River Cruises · Scenic Jasper · Apr 6 – 14, 2028   (8 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Scenic River Cruises | | **Ship** | Scenic Jasper | | **Duration** | 8 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Bucharest | | **Disembarkation Port** | Budapest | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | BUBU060428.2 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Bucharest **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country's capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impaler”) once ruled. ### Day 2: Bucharest **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country's capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impaler”) once ruled. ### Day 2: Giurgiu **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Giurgiu is a city in southern Romania. The seat of Giurgiu County, it lies in the historical region of Muntenia. It is situated amongst mud-flats and marshes on the left bank of the Danube facing the Bulgarian city of Ruse on the opposite bank. ### Day 3: Silistra **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Silistra is a town in Northeastern Bulgaria. The town lies on the southern bank of the lower Danube river, and is also the part of the Romanian border where it stops following the Danube. ### Day 4: Rousse **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Ruse, is the fifth largest city in Bulgaria. Ruse is in the northeastern part of the country, on the right bank of the Danube, opposite the Romanian city of Giurgiu, approximately 75 km south of Bucharest, Romania's capital, 200 km from the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast and 300 km from the capital Sofia. ### Day 5: Iron Gate **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM The Iron Gates is a gorge on the river Danube. It forms part of the boundary between Serbia and Romania. ### Day 6: Belgrade **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Belgrade is the capital of the southeast European country of Serbia. Its most significant landmark is the Beogradska Tvrđava, an imposing fortress at the confluence of the Danube and the Sava rivers. The fort is a testament to the city’s strategic importance to the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, Serbian and Austrian empires, and it's now the site of several museums as well as Kalemegdan, a vast ### Day 7: Osijek **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Osijek is the fourth largest city in Croatia with a population of 108,048 in 2011. It is the largest city and the economic and cultural centre of the eastern Croatian region of Slavonia, as well as the administrative centre of Osijek-Baranja County. ### Day 8: Mohacs **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Mohács is a town in Baranya county, Hungary on the right bank of the Danube. ### Day 9: Budapest **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermen’s Bastion, which offer sweeping views. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $5,002 | ## Cabin Options ### Suite Cabins **Balcony Suite** (Code: A) Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these 205ft² Balcony Suites are stylishly decorated and feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge. They also offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower. **Junior Balcony Suite** (Code: B1J) These 250ft²spacious Suites, are located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks. They have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms, featuring a large vanity basin and shower. **Deluxe Balcony Suite** (Code: BD) These 225ft² suites are in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks.They offer all the features of Scenic’s private Balcony Suites, including their ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge; but with even more space to relax. **Junior Balcony Suite** (Code: BJ) These 250ft²spacious Suites, are located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks. They have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms, featuring a large vanity basin and shower. **Single Balcony Suite** (Code: BS) Located on the Sapphire deck this suite is perfect for the solo traveller. They are between 153 – 170ft². Enjoy fantastic views from your full size balcony complete with Scenic Sun Lounge. This cabin also includes an elegant bathroom, with a luxurious vanity basin and shower. **Balcony Suite** (Code: C) Located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks these 205ft² Balcony Suites are stylishly decorated and feature a full-length outdoor balcony with the exclusive Scenic Sun Lounge. They also offer private bathrooms with a luxurious vanity basin and shower. **Standard Suite** (Code: E) Our Jewel Deck Suites provide a lovely introduction to river cruising. Comfortable and luxurious with the finest in amenities. **Deluxe Balcony Suite** (Code: PD) These 225ft² suites are in prime locations at the front of the ship on both the Sapphire and Diamond Decks.They offer all the features of Scenic’s private Balcony Suites, including their ingenious Scenic Sun Lounge; but with even more space to relax. **Junior Balcony Suite** (Code: RJ) These 250ft²spacious Suites, are located on the Sapphire and Diamond Decks. They have a private full-length balcony complete with a Scenic Sun Lounge and elegant en-suite bathrooms, featuring a large vanity basin and shower. **Royal Owner's Suite** (Code: RO) These Suites on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (315ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom. **Royal Panorama Suite** (Code: RP) These Suites located on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space (475ft²), impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom. **Royal Balcony Suite** (Code: RR) These Suites located on the Diamond Deck are the ultimate in luxury with more space, impeccable service, thoughtful touches, an outdoor balcony, lounge area and an oversized bathroom. ## Ship Information ### Scenic Jasper Built in 2015 and 2016 to join our European fleet the Scenic Jasper, Opal and Amber are the latest generation of Space-Ships, complete with vitality pool, sun deck and a range of exclusive dining venues. Every Scenic European river cruise begins aboard one of our boutique vessels or custom-built Space-Ships, so named for their spacious guest cabins, dining, and entertaining areas. Each of these four-deck Scenic Space-Ships includes numerous dining and sightseeing areas, as well as a lounge and bar area that offers panoramic views. Additionally, guests can soak up the rays at the Sun Deck swimming pool or retreat to the wellness center, which is equipped with a fitness area, beauty salon, and massage rooms. These ships are noteworthy for their luxury suites, which are outfitted with sun lounges, 32-inch high-definition TVs, and complimentary wireless internet access. The newest members of the Scenic Space-Ship dynasty; Scenic Jasper, Opal and Amber afford ground-breaking levels of comfort, safety and luxury for the 169 guests they’re capable of transporting on Europe’s celebrated passageways. Representing the pinnacle in luxury river cruising, Scenic Jasper, Opal and Amber are among the most spacious and technologically advanced vessels in Europe. Spread over four lavish decks, including the Sun Deck, Diamond Deck, Sapphire Deck and Jewel Deck; guests will relish every moment spent cruising Europe’s waterways aboard these majestic vessels. Each of these sister vessels have been fastidiously designed and crafted with your enjoyment and comfort in mind, so you’re guaranteed an unforgettable voyage. Boasting a roster of pioneering technologies designed to maximize the guest experience, as well as all of the lavish extras which have come to define our fleet of luxury 5-star Space-Ships; Scenic Jasper, Opal and Amber represent the precedent of luxury river cruising on Europe’s esteemed waterways. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 169 | | Crew | 53 | | Gross Tonnage | 2,721.0 | | Length | 0.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Relaxation - **Health & Wellbeing**: Maintain your fitness and healthy living with our dedicated Wellness Area on board. Relax with a spa treatment* or in the steam room or sauna, work ou... - **Salt Therapy Lounge**: This innovative lounge# is featured on most of our Space-Ships in Europe. The salt brick walls of the humidity and temperature-controlled lounge are k... - **Spa Treatments**: The wonderfully relaxing spa in the Wellness Centre will iron out your travel weariness with a wide range of treatments* curated to meet your needs. T... ### Other - **Complimentary E-bikes**: Explore cities onshore on our complimentary e-bikes^+. Keep active and interact with locals as you explore Europe’s countryside. - **Cruise Director and Team**: Acting as one of your main points of contact during your cruise, they will take care of all arrangements for your excursions and attend to any special... - **Luxurious Bathroom Amenities**: Unwind in your suite with ESPA products to nourish and nurture your skin. The formulation of natural ingredients works together to create a sensorial ... - **Our Expert Team**: Our dedicated professionals are committed to always going above and beyond to deliver an exceptional level of service. The Captain and crew, Cruise Di... ### Fitness - **Fully Equipped Gym**: The gym on board is equipped to help with your exercise routine while cruising. Enjoy the use of the bikes, treadmills, cross trainers, free weights a... - **Wellness Area**: Maintain your wellness routine at our state-of-the-art gym, morning stretching classes^ with the Wellness Coach or rejuvenating spa treatments*. Exerc... ### Food and Drink - **Chef’s Table Dining**: Take a culinary journey through South East Asia when dining at Chef’s Table. Exclusively for Diamond Deck guests, this experience offers an enticing 1... - **Crystal Dining**: Enjoy à la carte menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner at Crystal Dining. Available on all Europe and South East Asia river cruises, this main restaur... - **Culinary Team and Bar Staff**: Our Executive Chefs are trained in some of Europe and Asia’s most reputable restaurants and draw inspiration from Asia’s vibrant food culture. They pr... - **Dining & Beverages**: You’ll find delectable all-inclusive options to suit tastes and mood. Whether you prefer a 10-course degustation fine dining experience, a relaxed res... - **Healthy Dining Options**: All menus include healthy dining options so you can personalise your meals to your preferences. For health or medical reasons, or if you’re looking to... ## Ports of Call ### Bucharest *Coordinates: 44.4325, 26.1039* Bucharest, in southern Romania, is the country's capital and commercial center. Its iconic landmark is the massive, communist-era Palatul Parlamentului government building, which has 1,100 rooms. Nearby, the historic Lipscani district is home to an energetic nightlife scene as well as tiny Eastern Orthodox Stavropoleos Church and 15th-century Curtea Veche Palace, where Prince Vlad III (“The Impale... ### Giurgiu *Coordinates: 43.9008, 25.9739* Giurgiu is a city in southern Romania. The seat of Giurgiu County, it lies in the historical region of Muntenia. It is situated amongst mud-flats and marshes on the left bank of the Danube facing the Bulgarian city of Ruse on the opposite bank. ### Silistra *Coordinates: 44.1171, 27.2607* Silistra is a town in Northeastern Bulgaria. The town lies on the southern bank of the lower Danube river, and is also the part of the Romanian border where it stops following the Danube. ### Rousse *Coordinates: 43.8494, 25.9543* Ruse, is the fifth largest city in Bulgaria. Ruse is in the northeastern part of the country, on the right bank of the Danube, opposite the Romanian city of Giurgiu, approximately 75 km south of Bucharest, Romania's capital, 200 km from the Bulgarian Black Sea Coast and 300 km from the capital Sofia. ### Iron Gate *Coordinates: 44.6833, 22.5167* The Iron Gates is a gorge on the river Danube. It forms part of the boundary between Serbia and Romania. ### Belgrade *Coordinates: 44.8206, 20.4622* Belgrade is the capital of the southeast European country of Serbia. Its most significant landmark is the Beogradska Tvrđava, an imposing fortress at the confluence of the Danube and the Sava rivers. The fort is a testament to the city’s strategic importance to the Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, Serbian and Austrian empires, and it's now the site of several museums as well as Kalemegdan, a vast ### Osijek *Coordinates: 45.555, 18.6955* Osijek is the fourth largest city in Croatia with a population of 108,048 in 2011. It is the largest city and the economic and cultural centre of the eastern Croatian region of Slavonia, as well as the administrative centre of Osijek-Baranja County. ### Mohacs *Coordinates: 45.996, 18.6799* Mohács is a town in Baranya county, Hungary on the right bank of the Danube. ### Budapest *Coordinates: 47.4984, 19.0408* Budapest, Hungary’s capital, is bisected by the River Danube. Its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. A funicular runs up Castle Hill to Buda’s Old Town, where the Budapest History Museum traces city life from Roman times onward. Trinity Square is home to 13th-century Matthias Church and the turrets of the Fishermen’s Bastion, which offer sweeping views. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2356808 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2356808 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2356808.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2356808/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/scenic-river-cruises/scenic-jasper/other/110039.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 12:07:05 UTC