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Visit charming Passau
from $9,560
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Classic Prague & Danube Delights

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Prague’s castle courtyards
  • Stroll Regensburg’s cobbled lanes
  • Discover Passau’s Baroque charm
  • Admire Vienna’s imperial art
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Prague / Budapest
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Experience an 11-day cruise on the Emerald Destiny along the Danube River through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Explore historic cities, including Vienna and Budapest, while enjoying guided tours and leisure time in the scenic UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley.
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
from $9,295
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Prague & Danube Explorer

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Explore Prague’s medieval treasures
  • Visit Bavarian farmsteads
  • Tour Melk Abbey’s grand halls
  • Experience Vienna’s grandeur
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Prague / Budapest
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Set sail on an 11-day river cruise aboard the Emerald Luna, exploring historic Prague and the scenic Wachau Valley. Experience Vienna's grandeur and end your journey in vibrant Budapest, where history blends with modern culture.
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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
  • 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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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.
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Golden sunset lights the famous Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
from $4,430
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The Legendary Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore medieval architecture
  • Stroll Vienna’s imperial landmarks
  • Enjoy the tour of Roth
  • See the city of Budapest
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II, visiting Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, and Vienna. Explore medieval landmarks, imperial palaces, scenic valleys, and vibrant cultural treasures along the way.
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Christmas Market Square at night
from $6,299
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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
  • Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
  • Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
  • Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
  • Warm up with mulled wine tasting
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Passau / Budapest
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Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $9,019
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Grand Danube Cruise with Prague

22 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Explore Prague, timeless charm
  • Cruise Regensburg, historic gem
  • Visit Salzburg, cultural treasure
  • Discover Linz, vibrant history
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Prague / Bucharest
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Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Festival Visits
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Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella, exploring Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and beyond through capitals like Bucharest and Prague. Cruise the Danube, uncover legends at sites like Bran Castle and the Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo, and savor timeless traditions and wines.
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Panoramic view of Vilshofen
from $5,396
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Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Passau River Hike
  • Linz Biking Tour
  • Melk Abbey Visit
  • Vienna City Walk
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Biking
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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Vilshofen, Germany, to Budapest, Hungary aboard Avalon Impression. Experience guided hikes, city walks, and optional excursions through Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Esztergom, and Budapest. Cruise along the Danube, explore historic towns, and enjoy cultural and scenic highlights on board and ashore.
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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
from $4,999
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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Discover Europe’s castles & culture
  • Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
  • See St. Peter’s Cathedral
  • Learn Wertheim's tradition
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Amsterdam to Budapest. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary while sailing along the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers.
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Visit historic Nuremberg
from $4,993
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Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)

Vienna to Nuremberg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Explore Vienna’s Christmas markets
  • Uncover the wonder of Wachau Valley
  • Enjoy walking in Regensburg
  • Savor Nuremberg’s festive delights
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Vienna / Nuremberg
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Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Christmas Market Visits
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Cruise the Danube (Westbound) from Vienna to Nuremberg on a 7-day Christmas river voyage aboard Avalon Envision. Visit Melk, Passau, and Regensburg, see historic landmarks, try seasonal treats, and explore Europe’s traditional Christmas markets.
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