Exclusive Mail on Sunday offer: Meet West End stars including Bonnie Langford on a Danube cruise

The romantic Danube is the perfect setting for our musical-theatre-themed luxury river cruise – and musical stars don’t come much bigger than Charlotte Wakefield, Bonnie Langford and John Owen-Jones, who will join you during your trip.

The trio have appeared in every notable musical in the West End and on Broadway, from Les Miserables, Cats and The Phantom Of The Opera to The Sound Of Music and Mamma Mia!

On this exclusive eight-day Danube river cruise, you’ll be treated to a special private performance by the three stars in the majestic setting of Vienna’s Palais Liechtenstein, as well as having an opportunity to ask them about their lives and careers in a talk and Q&A session.

Light entertainment: The magnificent parliament building in Budapest, where you’ll spend two days on our musical-themed Danube cruise

MEET OUR SPECIAL GUESTS 

Charlotte Wakefield 

Charlotte Wakefield has twice been nominated for Best Actress in a Musical at the Olivier Awards and has appeared in shows from Oklahoma! and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to Mamma Mia! Her television credits include The Royal, Holby City and Waterloo Road.

Bonnie Langford 

Bonnie Langford won Opportunity Knocks aged just six. At 13, she starred as Violet Elizabeth Bott in TV’s Just William before becoming a Doctor Who companion, a Dancing On Ice star, a Masked Singer and an EastEnder. Bonnie’s theatre credits include Chicago, 9 To 5 and Pirates Of Penzance. 

John Owen-Jones

John Owen-Jones is a record-breaking and award-winning West End and Broadway performer who has released six studio albums as well as working extensively in theatre and appearing on television, radio and in concert all over the world. 

Sailing on board a five-star Scenic Space-Ship in all-inclusive luxury, you’ll start your journey in beautiful Budapest. 

Next, you’ll head to Vienna, the home of music and culture, from where you can take a Scenic Freechoice excursion to the spectacular Slovakian capital, Bratislava.

There’ll be a musical-themed disco and a waltz lesson on the ship, plus a piano concert.

In Salzburg, more musical-themed experiences await. 

Based on the timeless film of the same name, the exclusive Best Of The Sound Of Music & Salzburg Show will wow you with its stage sets while you enjoy a delicious Austrian lunch.

REASONS TO BOOK

Watch Charlotte, Bonnie and John perform:  In the opulence of the Palais Liechtenstein, while enjoying a glass of Austrian bubbly, you will be enchanted by a private live concert of musical theatre featuring Charlotte Wakefield, Bonnie Langford and John Owen-Jones.

Meet the stars: Enjoy an exclusive talk and Q&A session with our special guests as they share anecdotes about their lives in theatre and discuss their favourite musicals.

Sail in style: Sailing on a luxury Scenic Space-Ship, you’ll enjoy a five-star experience, including a three-to-one guest-to-staff ratio, all-inclusive premium drinks, several fine dining options and new salt therapy rooms for relaxation.

Early-bird discount:  Book a musicals cruise before February 18, 2022, and take advantage of a special discount of up to £1,500 per couple*.

Learn from the experts: You will have an opportunity to flit around the floor during a waltz masterclass aboard your Space-Ship.

See the best of the Danube: Take a tour of Budapest and the Old Town in Bratislava, and travel through Austria’s breathtaking Wachau Valley. 

You’ll also visit Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, a Unesco World Heritage site.

Extend your stay: Explore the highlights of the Czech capital, Prague, including the medieval Astronomical Clock, the castle, Jewish Quarter and the fabulous food and drink, by adding a three-night city break to your cruise (supplement from £480pp**).