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Saint Stephens Cathedral in Vienna
from $4,179
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella
  • Visit the historic Buda Castle
  • Walk through Bratislava
  • Enjoy a wine & music evening
  • Sample food & beer in Vilshofen
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Sail down the Danube River through Europe on this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Experience the different cultures, customs, and history as you travel through Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, and Germany. Explore castles and cathedrals, go wine tasting, tour medieval towns, and more on this European cruise.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $4,049
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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaReina
  • Explore Vilshofen’s charming street
  • Discover Passau’s picturesque hills
  • Tour Linz’s cultural landmarks
  • Hike Durnstein’s historic trails
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Festival Visits
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Sail aboard the MS Amareina for an 8-day river cruise through Europe’s heart, where empires rose and legends like Mozart thrived. Explore timeless cities, hilltop fortresses, and UNESCO treasures along the romantic Danube.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $4,230
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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore Budapest’s Heroes Square
  • Walk Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Marvel at Melk Abbey
  • See Passau’s three rivers
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Budapest’s grand landmarks, Bratislava’s Old Town, Vienna’s imperial treasures, and the Wachau Valley’s vineyards and abbeys. Explore Linz, Salzburg, or Cesky Krumlov, and witness Passau where three rivers meet, before ending in charming Vilshofen.
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Golden sunset lights the famous Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
from $4,330
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Active & Discovery on the Danube (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Vienna Ringstrasse Bike
  • Belvedere Palace Tour
  • Wachau Valley Vineyards
  • Mauthausen Memorial Visit
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Explore the Danube on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Hike to Dracula’s Tower, bike Vienna’s Ringstrasse, and see Belvedere Palace. Experience Wachau Valley vineyards, Grein’s historic theater, Mauthausen Memorial, and Engelhartszell Abbey.
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Visit the ornately decorated Melk Abbey
from $4,430
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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey of Melk
  • Tour Vienna's landmarks
  • Hike to Bratislava Castle
  • Guided tour in Budapest
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Village Visits
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This 8-day river cruise aboard Avalon Passion begins in Vilshofen, Germany, and ends in Budapest, Hungary. Explore Passau, Linz, Melk, Dürnstein, Vienna, and Bratislava with guided tours, hikes, and biking options. Discover abbeys, castles, and city landmarks while sailing through scenic stretches of the Danube, including the Wachau Valley.
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Prague City and the Charles Bridge at Sunset
from $10,875
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Discover Prague Castle grandeur
  • Uncover Passau’s Old Town
  • Wander Linz’s vibrant streets
  • Tour Melk Abbey’s opulent halls
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Prague / Budapest
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Experience an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Amber, exploring iconic landmarks and cultural gems. Enjoy tailored excursions, delightful wine tastings, and picturesque stops in cities like Vienna and Bratislava before concluding your journey in vibrant Budapest.
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from $4,999
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European Holiday Markets

Nuremberg to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Christmas Market
  • Cruise the scenic Wachau Valley
  • Explore Vienna’s historic landmarks
  • Stroll through historic Regensburg
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Wildlife Viewing
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Experience an 8-day European Holiday Market cruise along the Danube River from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Discover festive cities and charming villages with holiday lights. Visit Nuremberg’s grand Christmas Market, the romantic Thurn and Taxis Castle market, and savor mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and handcrafted treasures.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $5,179
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Magna on the Danube - Christmas Markets

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaRudi
  • Explore Budapest historic landmarks
  • Discover Bratislava Old Town
  • Experience Dürnstein Baroque charm
  • Discover Passau Christmas Markets
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Biking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Christmas Market Visits
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaRudi. Explore imperial cities, charming towns, and festive holiday markets along the way.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $2,199
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Danube Waltz

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Walk along Castle Hill
  • Explore the medieval Bratislva
  • Visit the Viennese Opera House
  • Discover the Abbey of Göttweig
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Budapest / Passau
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View the beauty of five different European countries and explore lesser-known Central European cities like Bratislava and Passau during this 8-day Danube River cruise with Viking River Cruises.
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Explore the charming Austrian town of Linz
from $4,249
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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella
  • Discover Passau’s historic allure
  • Admire Linz’s cultural vibrance
  • Experience Vienna’s elegance
  • Stroll Bratislava’s regal streets
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Sail the Danube on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amabella. Explore timeless cities, majestic abbeys, and UNESCO sites, discovering the romance and history of Old World Europe.
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Visit the ornately decorated Melk Abbey
from $3,849
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaReina
  • Explore Bratislava’s panoramic view
  • Discover Vienna’s imperial grandeur
  • Wander Durnstein’s cobbled streets
  • Admire Melk’s grand abbey
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg on the MS Amareina, discovering art and culture in iconic cities like Vienna, Passau, and Regensburg. Enjoy stunning landscapes in the Wachau Valley and marvel at Europe's Continental Divide, connecting its waterways.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,599
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
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Budapest / Passau
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Urban Exploration
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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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