jargon82

Hi everyone. What a great resource this is, and thank you to the admins for letting me in ;)

 

We're booked on the Monarch Empress in a couple of weeks, Regensburg-Budapest. Looking at the itinerary, there are several 'tours' of the towns en route. I'm not talking about the 'extra' special excursions.

 

Can someone confirm that these tours, walking tours, or whatever they are, are free? Not a big issue, but we'd just like to know in advance. And, if we decide to make our own way ashore to wander about, is there information (maps, etc) on board the boat to help us find our way around?

 

We're so looking forward to this, our first, river cruise. In fact, our first cruise of any kind.

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cocktails run 6 to 9 euros with some specials at lower prices and a one time 2 for 1 happy hour special. You can bring your own liquor and wine but don't expect to drink it in the bar. Unlimited wine is available at dinner but the quality varies. Of course you can bring on soft drinks. They give you two bottles of water in your room daily.

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I have been looking for any information on on board costs. What are the drink prices like at the bar? Are there any thing else that you must pay extra for on the ship? Do they allow you to bring your own drinks on board (water, wine, soda, alcohol) Any help anyone can give that have been on one of these cruises would be appreciated!

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