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The Austrian city of Melk and the nearby Wachau Valley are undoubtedly highlights of most Danube River cruises. The main attraction is the impressive Benedictine Melk Abbey. This 11th-century monastery towers over the town and features a baroque marble hall, library, and church. Travelers have the option to hike in the surrounding verdant hills and breathe in the crisp fresh air of the Wachau Valley or enjoy a more relaxing walking tour of Durnstein, where Richard the Lionheart was held, prisoner. Make sure to sample some of the locally vinted wines during your stay. Vienna, Budapest, and Passau are common start and finishing points of cruises visiting Melk and many cruises visit the highlights of Linz, Austria & Bratislava, Slovakia as well. Contact one of our European cruise experts today to start planning your trip!
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Danube Christmas Markets$87908Nov 29, 2023Feel the enchantment of the Christmas markets that have graced the Danube for centuries. Scenic Amber river ship takes you from Budapest to Nuremberg …
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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only$31998Oct 28, 2023Cruise eastern Europe on this 8-day itinerary along the romantic Danube from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amasonata, stopping in cities like …
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A Taste of the Danube$17494Jun 2, 2024On this short 4-day Danube cruise of eastern Europe, board the Avalon Envision in Vienna and set sail for Melk, where you will visit Austria’s …
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The Beautiful Blue Danube$28308May 23, 2024This 8-day round-trip cruise on the Danube from Vienna on the MS Beethoven takes you through central Europe with stops in Melk, Bratislava, Kalocsa, …
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Danube Holiday Markets$35998Dec 2, 2023Aboard S.S. Maria Theresa on this 8-day Danube river cruise, music lovers will find many special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an …
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The Legendary Danube$429911Nov 22, 2023Fall in love with the Danube on this 14-day Danube River cruise aboard the MS Amasonata. Discover some of the most important cities such as …
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Gems of the Danube$94908Apr 25, 2024Enjoy an 8-day luxury cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the 5-star luxury Scenic Amber. Explore some of the most beautiful cities of central …
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Danube Christmas Markets$87908Dec 6, 2023Enjoy an 8-day luxury Danube Christmas Markets River cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the 5-star luxury Scenic Amber. Along the way, visit …
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Classic Prague & Danube Delights$771011Oct 20, 2023Take an 11-day trip from Prague to Budapest and experience the Classic Prague and Danube Delights. Enjoy a 3-night stay and a whole day of …
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Danube Christmas Markets with Munich$87908Nov 29, 2023Embark on this 8-day cruise with Scenic Amber while you enjoy the breathtaking sight of the Danube's Christmas markets. The hand-blown Christmas …
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Highlights of Melk
This quiet Austrian town along the Danube River is a highlight for history and architecture buffs.

The 11th century Benedictine Melk Abbey is a monument to baroque architecture, with its towering church, library, and marble hall.

Just outside of Melk are other popular destinations, like the Wachau Valley. 

Postcard-perfect Dürnstein is a charming little town with more baroque highlights. 

Take an excursion to Arstetten Castle, last residence of Archduke Franz-Ferdinand and his wife. 

Your cruise continues on to other top destinations in Austria and along the Danube, like Germany, Hungary, and Serbia.

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