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Visit charming Passau
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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
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Budapest / Munich
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Experience an 8-day Danube river cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring four countries rich in history and culture. Guided tours reveal the architectural marvels and imperial heritage of Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany.
  • Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
  • Tour Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Admire Vienna’s artistic heritage
  • Walk Regensburg’s medieval lanes
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Take a quiet moment in Passau
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
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Budapest / Passau
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Enjoy an 8-day Danube cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Star, exploring rich cultural landmarks. From Budapest's grand architecture to Vienna's imperial Ringstrasse and Melk Abbey, experience immersive tours and regional flavors along the way.
  • Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
  • Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls
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Sunset over Passau
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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
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Munich / Budapest
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.
  • Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Explore Passau’s old town
  • Visit Gottweig Abbey
  • Discover Vienna’s art legacy
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Visit charming Passau
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $3,599
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Enchanting Danube

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
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Budapest / Passau
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Embark on a captivating 8-day Enchanting Danube Cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Visit Bratislava to explore historic squares or hike to the castle. Discover the scenic Wachau Valley with wine tastings, saffron talks, or bike rides between Dürnstein and Melk. Savor local flavors and learn history at every stop.
  • Kunstkammer Vienna Private Viewing
  • 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Private Mozart and Strauss concert
  • Visit the Melk Abbey
  • Explore Dürnstein wine village
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Enjoy the Iconic Christmas Markets on this 8-day journey along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasota. Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures.
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Tour Vienna by Night
  • Explore Melk Abbey
  • Take a guided bike ride
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $4,039
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Legendary Danube - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Embark on an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, starting in historic Nuremberg and ending in vibrant Budapest. Enjoy scenic biking and hiking while exploring medieval towns, elegant Vienna, and the stunning Wachau Valley.
  • Discover Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Admire Passau’s scenery
  • Stroll Salzburg’s Mirabell Gardens
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Christmas Market Visits, Biking, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, visiting charming towns and stunning cities adorned with Christmas decorations. Enjoy festive markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handmade crafts, mulled wine, and holiday delights.
  • Explore Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Stroll Passau’s cobbled streets
  • Visit Thurn Christmas Market
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Lights brighten the evening at this bustling Christmas Market
from $4,799
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard River Princess
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Budapest / Passau
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Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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Celebrate the holiday season on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the River Princess. Explore Bratislava’s Christmas Market and discover its unique traditions. Enjoy breathtaking views while cruising through the Wachau Valley to Krems and Melk. In Passau, stroll through vibrant Christmas markets framed by baroque architecture.
  • Visit Vörösmarty Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $3,649
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
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Enjoy a 7-night Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS AmaLea, visiting Bratislava, Vienna, Linz, and Passau along the way. As you savor the expertly vinted local wines of the Strudengau Valley, indulge your passion for music, art, and architecture in each of the stunning cities you visit.
  • Sightsee in Budapest
  • Explore Vienna´s hidden treasures
  • Tour Bratislava's top sights
  • Delight in a walking tour
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Vienna
from $4,039
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Savor the expertly vinted local wines of the Strudengau Valley, indulge your passion for music, art, and architecture in each of the stunning cities you visit as you sail from Budapest to Vilshofen. Board the MS Amasonata, visiting Bratislava, Vienna, Linz, and Passau along the way.
  • Discover Budapest
  • Take a guided bike ride
  • Enjoy wine tasting
  • Delight in a walking tour
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