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Photo: MS Vienna of DDSG Blue Danube on the Danube in Vienna, with the DC Tower and Danube Tower in the skyline.
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Summer Night Dream | MS Vienna

The MS Vienna sets course for Tulln and accompanies you through a memorable summer evening on the Danube. Live music, culinary delights and the spectacular fireworks display of the Tulln Garden Fair make this cruise a truly special experience on the water.

Photo: Golden fireworks with sparkling trails lighting up the dark night sky.Photo: Silhouettes of spectators watching a colorful fireworks display in the night sky.Photo: MS Vienna of DDSG Blue Danube on the Danube in Vienna, with the DC Tower and Danube Tower in the skyline.
Vienna Theme Cruise

Summer Night Dream | MS Vienna

The MS Vienna sets course for Tulln and accompanies you through a memorable summer evening on the Danube. Live music, culinary delights and the spectacular fireworks display of the Tulln Garden Fair make this cruise a truly special experience on the water.

Departure location Vienna / Reichsbrücke (Headquater) Go to dock section

  • Duration: 7.5 hours
  • A unique summer night on the Danube
  • Impressive fireworks spectacle in Tulln
  • Live music and dancing on board
  • Delicious buffet with culinary highlights

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Included in price

  • Live musik on board

    Inclusive

    Live music creates a great atmosphere on board.

  • Delightful buffet on board

    Inclusive

    Enjoy a varied buffet selection and savour delicious culinary delights throughout the cruise.

    Photo: Person serving food from a buffet with cold platters, pastries, and stacked plates.

    Delightful buffet on board

    Inclusive

    Look forward to a varied themed buffet specially tailored to the theme of the cruise. Starters, salads, main courses and desserts offer a delicious variety to enjoy on board.

Attractions

  • DC Tower & Donau City

    Vienna’s modern district with a striking skyline and innovative architecture.

    Photo: DC Tower and Donau City in Vienna, viewed from the water, featuring modern high-rise architecture along the Danube.

    DC Tower & Donau City

    Donau City represents modern Vienna and is one of Austria’s most important urban development projects. Dominating the skyline is the DC Tower, Austria’s tallest skyscraper, alongside the Vienna International Centre (UNO City), one of the four official headquarters of the United Nations.

    Surrounded by contemporary architecture, international businesses, hotels, restaurants, cafés and spacious waterfront areas, the district has become a vibrant hub on the banks of the Danube. Together with the Danube Tower and Danube Island, Donau City showcases Vienna’s international, dynamic and forward-looking character.

  • Danube Tower

    At 252 metres tall, it offers breathtaking 360° panoramic views over Vienna and the Danube.

    Photo: MS Vindobona on the Danube in Vienna, with the Danube Tower in the background.

    Danube Tower

    The Danube Tower, standing at 252 metres, is Austria’s tallest structure and one of Vienna’s most iconic landmarks. The viewing platform offers spectacular panoramic views of Vienna, the Danube and the surrounding region. Visitors can also enjoy a unique dining experience at the tower’s restaurant and café high above the city.

    A particular highlight is the 165-metre Donauturm Slide, considered the highest slide in Europe, offering an exciting adventure combined with breathtaking views. Whether as an excursion destination, a photo spot or for a memorable meal, the Danube Tower combines stunning vistas with unforgettable experiences above the rooftops of Vienna.

  • Millennium Tower

    The Millennium Tower combines shopping, offices and leisure on Vienna’s waterfront.

    Photo: Person on a ship’s open deck with views of Vienna’s Millennium Tower and Danube bridge at sunset.

    Millennium Tower

    The Millennium Tower is one of Vienna’s most recognizable skyscrapers and a prominent landmark along the Danube. Rising 202 metres above the city, it is among Austria’s tallest buildings and features modern office space, a shopping centre, restaurants, cafés and a cinema under one roof.

    Located directly on Handelskai, the tower symbolizes modern Vienna and combines urban living, business and leisure in close proximity to the Danube. Visitors can experience a fascinating contrast between Vienna’s historic heritage and contemporary architecture while enjoying one of the city’s most vibrant waterfront districts.

  • Kahlenberg & Leopoldsberg

    Kahlenberg & Leopoldsberg impress with panoramic views of Vienna and scenic hiking trails.

    Photo: View from Kahlenbergerdorf over the Danube, vineyards, historic houses, and Vienna’s cityscape in the background.

    Kahlenberg & Leopoldsberg

    Kahlenberg and Leopoldsberg are among Vienna’s most beautiful viewpoints, rising high above the Danube on the edge of the Vienna Woods. From here, visitors can enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the city, the Danube, Danube Island and the surrounding wine-growing regions.

    Vienna’s two iconic hills combine nature, history and recreation, making them popular destinations for those wishing to experience the Austrian capital from a unique perspective.

The Ship

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Photo: Excursion ship MS Vienna on the Danube in front of Vienna’s modern skyline, with Donau City towers and calm waters.
Photo: Modern red-and-white excursion ship MS Vienna on the Danube, passing a green riverbank beneath dramatic clouds.
Photo: Modern lounge aboard MS Vienna with set tables, blue chairs and panoramic windows overlooking the Danube.

MS Vienna

Experience a unique atmosphere and stunning views aboard this elegant passenger vessel. Part of the DDSG Blue Danube fleet since 2024, it is available for exclusive charters in Vienna.

  • On-board restaurant
  • Food Lift
  • Sound system incl. wireless mic
  • Dance Floor with Bar
  • Panoramic Sun Deck
  • Accessible facilities (WC & upper deck lift)
  • Event & Presentation Technology
  • Projector & screen
  • Open-Air Lounge
The Ship

MS Vienna

Experience a unique atmosphere and stunning views aboard this elegant passenger vessel. Part of the DDSG Blue Danube fleet since 2024, it is available for exclusive charters in Vienna.

  • On-board restaurant
  • Food Lift
  • Sound system incl. wireless mic
  • Dance Floor with Bar
  • Panoramic Sun Deck
  • Accessible facilities (WC & upper deck lift)
  • Event & Presentation Technology
  • Projector & screen
  • Open-Air Lounge
Details
Photo: Excursion ship MS Vienna on the Danube in front of Vienna’s modern skyline, with Donau City towers and calm waters.Photo: Modern red-and-white excursion ship MS Vienna on the Danube, passing a green riverbank beneath dramatic clouds.Photo: Modern lounge aboard MS Vienna with set tables, blue chairs and panoramic windows overlooking the Danube.Photo: Open deck of MS Vienna with modern seating, Danube views and Vienna’s skyline featuring the Donau City towers.

Departure Location

Photo: DDSG Blue Danube Shipping Center on the Danube with a pier and modern building.

Vienna / Reichsbrücke (Headquater)

  • Handelskai 265, 1020 Vienna
  • Ticket Office Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday & Holidays: 09:00–17:00
  • Sightseeing Cruises Vienna: Pier 5, 6
  • Theme Cruises Vienna: Pier 6, 7
  • Charter Cruises: Departure Point by Arrangement
  • Subject to change.
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Program

Summer Evening Between Vienna and Tulln

As the sun sets over the Danube, an unforgettable summer evening awaits on board. This scenic cruise takes you from Vienna to Tulln, passing through the Greifenstein Lock and offering beautiful views of the riverside landscapes of Lower Austria.

Live music by Stella Kranner provides the perfect soundtrack for the evening, while a generous buffet invites you to sit back and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on board. Surrounded by the gentle ambience of the Danube at dusk, you can savour the journey in comfort.

As darkness falls, the highlight of the evening approaches: the spectacular fireworks display of the International Garden Show Tulln. From the ship, you will enjoy front-row views of this dazzling spectacle as the night sky lights up in a sea of colour. A magical summer night on the Danube combining live music, fine dining and unforgettable fireworks awaits.

Itinerary & Details

MS Vienna

  • Boarding: 16:00–16:45
  • Cruise: 17:00–00:30
  • Location: Vienna / Reichsbrücke
  • Ship: MS Vienna
  • Included: Cruise, themed buffet & live music

Dates and programme details are subject to change.

Culinary Delights

Starters & Salads

  • Rustic selection of hearty country-style specialties, including fine cold cuts and cheeses
  • Smoked salmon served on a bed of arugula
  • Tomato and mozzarella skewers with pesto dressing (vegetarian)
  • Freshly baked bread rolls | butter (vegetarian)
  • Homemade seasonal salads (vegetarian)

Main Courses

  • Chicken steak topped with tomatoes and mozzarella
  • Viennese-style meat patties
  • Grilled salmon with herbs
  • Chickpea vegetable curry (vegan)

Side Dishes

  • Mashed potatoes refined with pesto (vegetarian)
  • Jasmine rice (vegan)
  • Grilled vegetables (vegan)

Dessert

  • Sweet dessert selection with fine cakes and creamy specialties

Additional Food Served on the Return Journey

  • Hungarian goulash soup with bread roll

Notice

Information on allergens can be found on the menus on board. The buffet is subject to change.

On-board catering

JP Donau Catering Gastronomie

Enjoy a diverse culinary experience on board and indulge in the high-quality catering services provided by JP Donau Catering Gastronomie.

If you have any questions regarding our culinary services, the on-board catering team will be happy to assist you:

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Entertainment & Live music

Photo: Smiling singer with a ponytail and feather jacket on stage, standing in front of a microphone and sparkling lights.

Stella Kranner

Stella Kranner has been performing since childhood, captivating audiences with her versatile voice and engaging stage presence. Classically trained and known from projects such as Double Date and KRANNER HOCH DREI, she moves effortlessly between pop, soul, musical theatre and contemporary classics.

With charm, musical passion and a varied repertoire, she provides the soundtrack for an atmospheric evening on board. From relaxed melodies to well-known songs that invite guests to sing along and dance, Stella Kranner creates the perfect setting for a memorable summer evening on the Danube.

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Route / itinerary

Graphic: Route map of the Danube cruise from Vienna to Tulln, showing the course along the Danube and the marked locations of Vienna, Korneuburg, and Tulln.

The cruise departs from the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage on Handelskai and follows the Danube upstream towards Tulln. Along the way, you will pass through the Greifenstein Lock and enjoy the evening atmosphere on the water as the picturesque landscapes of Lower Austria drift by.

In Tulln, the highlight of the evening awaits: the spectacular fireworks display of the Tulln Garden Fair lights up the night sky and creates unforgettable moments on the Danube. After the fireworks, the MS Kaiserin Elisabeth sets course back to Vienna, returning you in style to the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage.

Getting to the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage

Getting there by public transport

Take the U1 underground line to Vorgartenstraße station. From there, it is approximately a 5-minute walk to the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage.

  • Use the Vorgartenstraße exit
  • Follow the signs “Reichsbrücke / Schifffahrt”
  • Walk across Reichsbrücke to the landing stage

Note

Note

DDSG Blue Danube is not the organizer of the fireworks display. The fireworks take place as part of the Tulln Garden Show. Should the fireworks be cancelled, the vessel will instead operate a sightseeing cruise accompanied by dance music. In the event of a cancellation of the fireworks display, no fare reduction or free cancellation will be granted.

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FAQ

The ticket price includes the cruise on the Danube, culinary delights, as well as live music and show act. Drinks are not included and are available à la carte on board.

Please have your booking confirmation or e-ticket ready when boarding. The digital version on your smartphone is sufficient – no printed copy is required.

Yes. Your seats are reserved on board. Our crew will guide you upon boarding.

Common allergens are clearly marked. If you have any food intolerances or allergies, please inform our catering partner, JP Donau Catering Opens in new window, in advance at [email protected]. This allows our onboard culinary team to best accommodate your requests.

No. Beverages can be ordered à la carte on board from our service team.

Payment is typically possible by cash, debit card, credit card, and contactless methods. Any changes will be communicated by the crew.

If you require assistance (e.g. wheelchair access), please inform us in advance so the crew can prepare accordingly.

Private photos and short videos are welcome (without flash). Professional photography or the use of tripods requires prior approval.

Yes. Cruises take place in all weather conditions. The route and use of outdoor decks may be adjusted depending on weather conditions.

Note: DDSG is not the organizer of the fireworks display. The fireworks take place as part of the Tulln Garden Show. Should the fireworks be cancelled, the vessel will instead operate a sightseeing cruise accompanied by dance music. In the event of a cancellation of the fireworks display, no fare reduction or free cancellation will be granted.

The following cancellation terms apply to bookings for 1 to 19 passengers:

  • Free cancellation up to 14 days before departure
  • 50% cancellation fee up to 48 hours before departure
  • 100% cancellation fee from 48 hours before departure or in the event of a no-show

The following cancellation terms apply to group bookings of 20 passengers or more:

  • Free cancellation up to 6 weeks before departure
  • Free reduction of participant numbers by up to 20% up to 2 weeks before departure
  • 50% cancellation fee for reducing participant numbers by more than 20% up to 2 weeks before departure
  • 50% cancellation fee up to 48 hours before departure
  • 100% cancellation fee from 48 hours before departure or in the event of a no-show

The organiser’s terms and conditions apply. The organiser’s Terms and Conditions apply. Subject to availability, bookings can be changed or rebooked via the online shop or by contacting Customer Service. Please have your booking reference number available.

Children are welcome. Please note that this is an evening event with live music. Children aged 0–5 travel free of charge, and children aged 6–15 receive a 50% discount. Please refer to the online shop for current details.

Pets are only allowed on themed cruises with show upon prior request. Assistance dogs are exempt.

No. The fireworks are not organised by DDSG Blue Danube. The fireworks displays and solstice celebrations are organised by the respective local event organisers.

DDSG Blue Danube provides the cruise, allowing guests to enjoy the spectacle comfortably from the water.

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