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J-Expeditions brings you a-once-in-a-lifetime travel experience as we sail the majestic Danube.  Experience exceptional comfort, unexcelled quality, and the highest levels of service in a classic and graceful atmosphere. Discover an unforgettable river cruise on Europe’s most storied waterway—from the comfort of your floating 5- star hotel.

 

J-Expeditions and the 5-star MS Sapphire stand for the highest levels of hospitality and service and are s devoted to satisfying your every wish and every need. Now in our 5th  season, our reputation and  years of travel experience  guarantees you will feel pampered in every way and enjoy each and every moment, both on the river and  on land.

 

THE JOURNEY

 

You will cruise along one of the most beautiful stretches of the Danube, in the very  heart of the what was the  Austro-Hungarian empire.

 

Your journey begins in Budapest and goes upstream. As we cruise through four countries - Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany, with stops at three capitals - Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava.  Along the route the MS Sapphire sails through Austria’s Wachau Valley (a UNESCO World Heritage site), a region of small towns and villages, steeped in legend, and offering exceptional bucolic scenery.  Your route will show you the art and culture of one of history’s great empires, and your luxurious vacation will be further enhanced by your on-board Kosher River Cruise historians, lecturers, and educators, who bring to life the region’s rich Jewish history and heritage.

 

Our all-inclusive program includes delicious European cuisine (customized kosher style menus available), Shabbat programming, thought-provoking lectures, entertainment, and other on-board programming, along with local tours in Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, and the Wachau Valley that combine Jewish interests with the overall culture and history of each locale.  

 

Picture yourself watching the river flow from the window of your cabin or one of the decks as it takes you to new places and reveals storybook landscapes as you relax in total comfort. The sublime ambiance and personal service aboard your J-Expedition River Cruise ship creates an oasis of relaxation that is simply unexcelled. Each one of the bright, airy cabins has unrestricted views of the scenery through panoramic, glass windows with French balcony (sliding glass windows / doors) that spans the cabin’s width.  Experience European travel like you never have before with the sheer ease of river transport!

 

THE SHIP

 

 

 

 

The luxurious MS Sapphire offers you an array of stylish public areas and premium facilities; your time on board will be a highlight of your European journey.

 

Spanning 135 meters, the Sapphire has a total of 82 accommodations and carries a maximum of 164 passengers.

 

Staterooms come in two types: Danube French Balcony and Rhine French Balcony, with two Owners Suites completing the lineup. The majority of accommodations are Danube and Rhine French Balcony staterooms, distributed across the middle Danube and upper Rhine Decks, each with 172 sq ft of floor space, French balconies, and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, which open to provide fresh air and views. Amenities across all categories include a deluxe queen-size bed (or 2 twins), climate control, a desk and vanity with a hair dryer, minibar, and flat-screen TV, a closet with a safe, Wi-Fi, and a bathroom with shower.

 

The two Owners Suites are located on the right-hand side of the upper Rhine Deck, and have 258 square feet of floor space. Rooms come with a deluxe queen-size bed, a sitting area, climate control, a desk and vanity with a hair dryer, a closet with a safe, a full-size bathroom with a large shower, a flat-screen TV, minibar, Wi-Fi, and a combination floor-to-ceiling glass window with a French balcony that opens.

 

Above the passenger accommodations is a spacious Sun Deck with sun chairs, an inside lounge and bar, dining room,  hair salon, and a fitness center.