Excursion Choice: Passau Walking Tour
Explore this Bavarian city of three rivers, on foot. Passau stands at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, and is overlooked by the Veste Oberhaus, a 13th-century hilltop fortress housing a city museum and observation tower. This tour includes some steep hills, so please wear appropriate footwear. At the end of the tour you may return to the ship at your leisure or explore Passau on your own.
Excursion Choice: Cycling Excursion Around Passau
Join us for a bicycle ride along the Inn River
Optional Excursion: Passau Organ Concert
If you wish, meet your Tour Director to receive admission to a concert performed on one of the largest pipe organs in the world (subject to availability as the organ is undergoing renovations).
Located in southeastern Germany, Passau is a picturesque city that is often referred to as the "City of Three Rivers". Situated at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers, Passau boasts stunning views of the water and is a popular destination for tourists from all around the world.
The confluence of the three rivers is a truly unique sight, as each river has its own distinct color and flow, and when they merge together, it creates a stunning mosaic of blue, green, and brown water. The best way to experience this phenomenon is to take a leisurely boat ride down the rivers and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
Passau has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era when it was a major hub for the salt trade. The city's location at the confluence of the rivers made it an ideal location for the transportation of salt, which was a valuable commodity at the time. Passau's salt trade brought great wealth and prosperity to the city, and its influence can still be seen today in the numerous Gothic and Baroque buildings that line the streets.
One of the most famous landmarks in Passau is the St. Stephen's Cathedral, which is home to one of the largest organs in the world. The organ has a total of 17,774 pipes and 233 stops, making it a true masterpiece of engineering and music. The organ can be heard throughout the city during performances, and visitors can also attend concerts to witness its incredible power and beauty.
DAY 1
PASSAU, GERMANY
DOCKING LOCATION
Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)
WEATHER
Chance of Rain
Precipitation: 50%
Low: 45°F / 7°C
High: 55°F / 13°C
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Ship: MS Joy
Phone: +31 655 453 853
Cruise Director: Abraham Haq
Hotel Manager:Nebojsa Milosevic
Captain: Alexandru Morinecu
ALL ABOARD!
2:00pm
EVENING ATTIRE
During evenings aboard the riverboat, dress is resort casual. Items such as slacks and collared shirts are appropriate for men. For women, slacks, a dress or a skirt and blouse are suitable. For dinner and throughout the evening, guests should refrain from wearing shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops or sneakers.
DISCOVERY BRIEFING
Each day your Tauck Directors will cover the following day's program and be available to answer questions.
NO BAR SERVICE DURING MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
Please note that bar service in the Lounge will be suspended during the performance. As you walk into the Panorama Lounge you may help yourself to a beverage that our bar team will serve from a bar set up in the Lobby.
PLEASE NOTE
The times and events of next day's itinerary are approximate until finalized by your Cruise Director and Captain by 5:00pm. Thank you for your patience.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events.
ARTHUR’S BISTRO
Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. Bar service is available on request.
BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS
We have a fleet of low-step-through, 7-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn. There is a putting green on the Sun Deck, aft. See the Reception Desk to reserve a bike or collect golf putters and balls.
FITNESS ROOM
Open 6:00am - 10:00pm, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from jogging on the Sun Deck. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe on the door of your safe. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
INTERNET
Please bring your devices to Reception to be connected to our complimentary internet service. Please connect to the TauckSpot_Savor wifi system and enter the code TauckSpot and when you have the page showing a QR code please bring your device to reception to be scanned and activated.
LAUNDRY
Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.
LISTENING DEVICES
Be sure your “Vox” – personal audio device – is in the charger in your cabin. Please be sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour. Extra earpieces are available at the Travel Desk.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.
MASSAGE
See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.
MEDICATION ONBOARD
Due to local laws, onboard staff are not permitted to provide/sell medication to passengers, even over-the-counter medication. Your Tauck Team can assist you in locating a pharmacy.
ONBOARD INCIDENTALS
Please take a moment to register your credit card at the Reception Desk between 9am and 9pm to settle any onboard incidentals you may have incurred throughout the tour.
ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO
Please view our Safety Video on your cabin television - Channel 4. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.
RECEPTION
The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Please dial 9 in order to contact the reception staff (or the night watch outside of these hours). Wake-up calls are available upon request.
REFRESHMENTS
A water / ice dispenser is located on the Deck 2 foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Additionally, snacks are available at any time, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat" menu, which can be found in the black folder in your cabin. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception.
SHIP SECURITY
All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard with the reception or the sensors by the doors so that we know who is on and offboard at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.
TELEPHONE
Room to room – simply dial the cabin number. For an international line please contact the Reception Desk for an outside line (dial 9). 1.00€ per minute.
Excursion Choice: Passau Walking Tour
Explore this Bavarian city of three rivers, on foot. Passau stands at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, and is overlooked by the Veste Oberhaus, a 13th-century hilltop fortress housing a city museum and observation tower. This tour includes some steep hills, so please wear appropriate footwear. At the end of the tour you may return to the ship at your leisure or explore Passau on your own.
Excursion Choice: Cycling Excursion Around Passau
Join us for a bicycle ride along the Inn River
Optional Excursion: Passau Organ Concert
If you wish, meet your Tour Director to receive admission to a concert performed on one of the largest pipe organs in the world (subject to availability as the organ is undergoing renovations).
Located in southeastern Germany, Passau is a picturesque city that is often referred to as the "City of Three Rivers". Situated at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers, Passau boasts stunning views of the water and is a popular destination for tourists from all around the world.
The confluence of the three rivers is a truly unique sight, as each river has its own distinct color and flow, and when they merge together, it creates a stunning mosaic of blue, green, and brown water. The best way to experience this phenomenon is to take a leisurely boat ride down the rivers and enjoy the breathtaking scenery.
Passau has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era when it was a major hub for the salt trade. The city's location at the confluence of the rivers made it an ideal location for the transportation of salt, which was a valuable commodity at the time. Passau's salt trade brought great wealth and prosperity to the city, and its influence can still be seen today in the numerous Gothic and Baroque buildings that line the streets.
One of the most famous landmarks in Passau is the St. Stephen's Cathedral, which is home to one of the largest organs in the world. The organ has a total of 17,774 pipes and 233 stops, making it a true masterpiece of engineering and music. The organ can be heard throughout the city during performances, and visitors can also attend concerts to witness its incredible power and beauty.
DAY 1
PASSAU, GERMANY
DOCKING LOCATION
Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)
WEATHER
Chance of Rain
Precipitation: 50%
Low: 45°F / 7°C
High: 55°F / 13°C
IMPORTANT DETAILS:
Ship: MS Joy
Phone: +31 655 453 853
Cruise Director: Abraham Haq
Hotel Manager:Nebojsa Milosevic
Captain: Alexandru Morinecu
ALL ABOARD!
2:00pm
EVENING ATTIRE
During evenings aboard the riverboat, dress is resort casual. Items such as slacks and collared shirts are appropriate for men. For women, slacks, a dress or a skirt and blouse are suitable. For dinner and throughout the evening, guests should refrain from wearing shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops or sneakers.
DISCOVERY BRIEFING
Each day your Tauck Directors will cover the following day's program and be available to answer questions.
NO BAR SERVICE DURING MUSICAL PERFORMANCE
Please note that bar service in the Lounge will be suspended during the performance. As you walk into the Panorama Lounge you may help yourself to a beverage that our bar team will serve from a bar set up in the Lobby.
PLEASE NOTE
The times and events of next day's itinerary are approximate until finalized by your Cruise Director and Captain by 5:00pm. Thank you for your patience.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events.
ARTHUR’S BISTRO
Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. Bar service is available on request.
BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS
We have a fleet of low-step-through, 7-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn. There is a putting green on the Sun Deck, aft. See the Reception Desk to reserve a bike or collect golf putters and balls.
FITNESS ROOM
Open 6:00am - 10:00pm, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from jogging on the Sun Deck. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe on the door of your safe. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
INTERNET
Please bring your devices to Reception to be connected to our complimentary internet service. Please connect to the TauckSpot_Savor wifi system and enter the code TauckSpot and when you have the page showing a QR code please bring your device to reception to be scanned and activated.
LAUNDRY
Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.
LISTENING DEVICES
Be sure your “Vox” – personal audio device – is in the charger in your cabin. Please be sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour. Extra earpieces are available at the Travel Desk.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.
MASSAGE
See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.
MEDICATION ONBOARD
Due to local laws, onboard staff are not permitted to provide/sell medication to passengers, even over-the-counter medication. Your Tauck Team can assist you in locating a pharmacy.
ONBOARD INCIDENTALS
Please take a moment to register your credit card at the Reception Desk between 9am and 9pm to settle any onboard incidentals you may have incurred throughout the tour.
ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO
Please view our Safety Video on your cabin television - Channel 4. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.
RECEPTION
The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Please dial 9 in order to contact the reception staff (or the night watch outside of these hours). Wake-up calls are available upon request.
REFRESHMENTS
A water / ice dispenser is located on the Deck 2 foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Additionally, snacks are available at any time, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat" menu, which can be found in the black folder in your cabin. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception.
SHIP SECURITY
All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard with the reception or the sensors by the doors so that we know who is on and offboard at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.
TELEPHONE
Room to room – simply dial the cabin number. For an international line please contact the Reception Desk for an outside line (dial 9). 1.00€ per minute.