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Discover Melk in October 2025 on one of these 17 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Budapest, Vienna, Passau, Melk, and Bratislava during October 2025 as you enjoy cruises, river cruises, biking, hiking, and wine tasting. Prices for trips in October 2025 range from $3,339 to $20,290 for a vacation of 8 to 22 days. Choose any of the below 17 itineraries in October 2025 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Melk trip planners.
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Visit charming Passau
$3,749
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS AmaMagna. Immerse yourself in captivating architecture, classical music, stunning scenery, and delectable cuisine. From apricot brandy tastings in Dürnstein to an exclusive wine festival in Spitz, indulge in epicurean …
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Visit charming Passau
$7,710
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Classic Prague & Danube Delights

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Visit the Gothic St Vitus Cathedral
  • Tour the city of Regensburg
  • Explore the town of Passau
  • Ride a bike from Melk to Dürnstein
Starts / Ends:
Prague / Budapest
Activities:
River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Spend a 3-night stay at a hotel in Prague as a start of this 11-day tour. Enjoy a visit to Gothic St. Vitus Cathedral and have a full day to explore the city on your own. After having an exciting tour in Prague, board on the Emerald Destiny in Nuremberg. Sail through the Main-Danube Canal and make …
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Bratislava
$3,539
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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
  • See UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Taste local wines & specialities
  • Choose from optional excursions
  • Explore Linz
  • Take a tour of Vienna
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Framed by Austrian Alps, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River casts the lure of romance that has caught many artists, musicians, and poets throughout the centuries. Your European river cruise of 8 days voyages the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a …
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Enjoy a quiet moment on the banks of the Danube
$9,590
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Gems of the Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Budapest’s architecture
  • Visit Durnstein, scenic vineyards
  • Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
  • Explore Regensburg, medieval town
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Munich
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Scenic Amber. Start your journey in Budapest, one of Europe's most stunning cities, before crossing into Austria to discover the elegance of Vienna. Vienna is a city that has nurtured great minds like Mozart, Sigmund Freud, and Beethoven, and it is a rich …
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Panoramic view of Vilshofen
$3,639
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Magna on the Danube - Cruise only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Visit Vienna
Starts / Ends:
Vilshofen / Budapest
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS AmaMagna. Immerse yourself in captivating architecture, classical music, stunning scenery, and delectable cuisine. From apricot brandy tastings in Dürnstein to an exclusive wine festival in Spitz, indulge in epicurean …
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
$3,809
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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest - Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Stroll Bratislava's charming street
  • Discover Vienna's imperial splendor
  • Wander Durnstein's quaint village
  • Explore Melk's impressive abbey
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the Avalon Passion, highlighting Europe's iconic cities and landscapes along the Danube. Begin in Budapest, where you can explore scenic viewpoints or enjoy a city tour featuring Heroes' Square. In Bratislava, hike up to the historic castle or wander …
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Enjoy a beautiful river view at sunset.
$4,514
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Romantic Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
  • Tour historical sites in Prague
  • See old-world architecture
  • Bike along the Inn River
  • Choose from optional excursions
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Travel through captivating cities, beginning with a 3-night stay in fairytale Prague followed with an 8-day river cruise on the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a 2,000-year-old city and visit Europe’s largest pipe organ, savor local wines throughout the Wachau …
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
$8,490
2-for-1
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Munich/Passau - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Explore the Danube River
  • Visit UNESCO heritage sites
  • Explore Central Europe
  • Learn about the history of Europe
Starts / Ends:
Munich / Budapest
Activities:
River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 10-day Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest Cruise aboard Emerald Luna along the Danube River's shores, with an extended sojourn in the splendid city of Budapest. This itinerary unveils the beauty of five countries and five remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites, …
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Saint Stephens Cathedral in Vienna
$3,339
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Visit the historic Buda Castle
  • Walk through Bratislava
  • Enjoy a wine & music evening
  • Sample food & beer in Vilshofen
Activity Level:
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Travel on the beautiful Danube through four European countries on an exciting European river cruise. Experience the sights and sounds that have long inspired musicians, poets and artists. Begin your cruise in Budapest, continuing on to Bratislava and Vienna, the romantic birthplace of the waltz. …
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Evening light over Nuremberg
$7,090
2-for-1
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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Walk to the city of Regensburg
  • Explore the architectures in Passau
  • Hike around the Bratislava Castle
  • Drive and walk around Vienna
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Nuremberg
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Arrive and board the ship in Budapest. It was originally two separate cities, Buda on the right and Pest on the left offer incredibly different views on the culture of one of the liveliest cities in Eastern Europe. The second stop is at Bratislava, surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian …
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Visit beautiful Regensburg
$3,630
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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Hike Passau scenic trails
  • Stroll Vienna gilded landmarks
  • Discover Melk ornate abbey
  • Explore the city of Passau
Starts / Ends:
Vilshofen / Budapest
Activities:
Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an unforgettable 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon’s luxurious ship, beginning in Vilshofen, Germany, and ending in Budapest, Hungary. Explore Passau’s charming Old Town and hike along the Ilz River. Sail through the dramatic Schlögen Oxbow and stroll Linz’s …
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Budapest
$3,439
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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • See old-world architecture
  • Choose from optional excursions
  • Enjoy food and wine tastings
  • Tour elegant Vienna
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Framed by rolling hillsides, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River has it all from captivating musicians, artists, and poets throughout the centuries to some of the most enchanting landscapes of the region. Travel to legendary destinations on this European river cruise from …
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
$3,539
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Sightsee in Budapest
  • Explore Vienna´s hidden treasures
  • Tour Bratislava's top sights
  • Delight in a walking tour
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Journey along the Danube and see firsthand why this storied river has inspired generations of artists, poets and musicians. Indulge your passion for timeless architecture and art in three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Let the hills come alive with the sounds of music in …
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Vienna
$3,339
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
  • Discover Budapest
  • Take a guided bike ride
  • Enjoy wine tasting
  • Delight in a walking tour
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Indulge your passion for timeless architecture and art in three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Let the hills come alive with the sounds of music in Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District. Cruise through the enchanting Strudengau Valley and let the melodies of the Danube …
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Visit castle ruins in the German countryside
$4,499
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Grand European Tour

Amsterdam to Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Discove the Dom,Germany’s cathedral
  • Explore Marksburg Castle
  • Visit the Bishops’ Residenz
  • View Germany’s oldest restaurant
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on your ship in Budapest and discover the Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the food and wine of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz and linger in Budapest’s Café Gerbeaud. Indulge all your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best …
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Explore the unique architecture of Bamberg
$6,999
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European Jewels

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Experience Frankfurt’s
  • Explore Nuremberg
  • Enjoy Rudesheim
  • Discover Vienna
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Amsterdam
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the River Duchess through four countries along three iconic rivers, immersing yourself in Europe's majestic art, architecture, music, and history. From the exotic charm of Budapest to Vienna's imperial elegance and the towering …
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
$8,079
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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
Starts / Ends:
Prague / Bucharest
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Festival Visits, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella through lands shaped by conquerors, crusaders, and kings, traveling through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Cruise along the Danube and pass through the awe-inspiring Iron Gates, where history …
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