Approaching from the west provides a scenic perspective of the Bega Canal and the historic city center's distinctive architecture for passengers on the right.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for the highest peaks of the Apennines and a breathtaking panorama of the Croatian islands across the Adriatic.
The left side provides an unparalleled panorama of Europe's most dramatic mountain ranges, including the Pyrenees and the highest sections of the Alps, along with the Great Hungarian Plain.
The right side offers a superior view of the majestic Alps on the southern horizon for much of the cruise and provides the best angle for spotting Lake Balaton in Hungary before the final approach.
The left side offers spectacular views of the Julian Alps and the northern Pannonian Plain, including potential sightings of Central Europe's largest lake and rugged mountain peaks.
The left side is superior primarily for the spectacular transit over the French and Italian Alps, providing clear views of high-altitude peaks and the expansive Po Valley.
The left side offers a front-row seat to the dramatic peaks of the Italian Dolomites and the Julian Alps, followed by clear views of Lake Balaton in Hungary.
The right side offers a spectacular vantage point of the Alps' northern chain, the Black Forest, and the turquoise waters of Lake Balaton as you approach Romania.
The left side provides a more dramatic perspective of the distant Julian Alps, the Venice Lagoon shortly after takeoff, and a clear view of Lake Balaton in Hungary.
The right side offers a superior vantage point for spotting the northern rim of the Alps on clear days and provides an excellent view of Lake Balaton and the winding Danube river as you cross into the Pannonian Basin.
The right side offers a superior panorama of the northern Alpine fringe, the stunning Salzkammergut lake district, and a full-length view of Lake Balaton.
The right side provides an unparalleled view of the highest peaks in the Southern Carpathians, including the Făgăraș and Parâng massifs, and the deep Olt River valley.
The left side offers unparalleled views of the European Alpine chain, including the high peaks of the French and Italian Alps, the jagged Dolomites, and the turquoise expanse of Lake Balaton.