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Vienna
Explore Vienna's beautiful gardens while touring through Europe
Melk
Visit the ornately decorated Melk Abbey
Krems
Cruise down the charming Wachau valley
Durnstein
Durnstein
Salzburg
Salzburg
Weissenkirchen
Explore the winemaking regions of Austria
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Browse the top ships visiting Austria during 2026-2027 below. These small ships have been hand selected to provide an excellent experience onboard with world class service and extraordinary activities during the day exploring Austria. Some of the most popular destinations visited on these small ship itineraries are Vienna, Melk, Linz, Durnstein, and Weissenkirchen. The most popular things to do while on a small ship cruise to Austria are Urban Exploration, Biking, Village Visits, Hiking, and Wine Tasting. Not sure which ship is the best match for you to explore Austria? Contact one of Adventure Life's Austria small ship cruise experts for advice on selecting the perfect ship and planning the perfect trip to Austria.

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AmaBella Ship
from $4,179
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AmaBella

The AmaBella offers the ultimate in custom-designed luxury. This 160-passenger vessel features a combination of amenities and design details never before seen on the great waterways of Europe.
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Viking River Cruises
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Viking River Cruises

Viking ships showcase innovative engineering, streamlined Scandinavian design, and understated elegance. Thoughtfully engineered to get you closer to your destination, they provide unprecedented levels of comfort, including spacious staterooms with full-size verandas, the largest suites, and al fresco dining.
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AmaSonata Ship
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AmaSonata

The AmaSonata is among the most luxurious and advanced river vessels in Europe, with occupancy for up to 164 passengers in comfortable cabins, gourmet dining, a pool, and even an exercise room.
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The Amabella
from $4,349
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AmaVerde

The AmaVerde offers the ultimate in custom-designed luxury. This 160-passenger vessel features a combination of amenities and design details never before seen on the great waterways of Europe.
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Emerald Sun
from $11,590
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Emerald Sun

The 180-passenger river cruise ship Emerald Sun combines comfortable cabins and contemporary amenities to deliver first-rate trips on European rivers Danube and Rhine.
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Scenic Amber

Measuring 443 feet in length and carrying just 163 passengers, the luxury vessel, Scenic Amber marries space and intimacy with a sense of exclusivity not regularly found on Europe’s waters. Couple this with a 1:3 crew to passenger ratio and guests can expect attentive service from the minute they step aboard these illustrious river cruise liners.
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MS Vivaldi

The MS Vivaldi sails on the Danube and Rhine rivers, and was built in 2009. She features three floors, an upper sun deck, and 88 guest cabins. The ship's dedicated staff is friendly, helpful, and eager to make your trip exceptional in every way. Her cabins are modern and all are equipped with shower and toilet, hairdryer, satellite TV, and safe.
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Emerald Sky
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Emerald Sky

The Emerald Sky offers comfortable accommodations and an unforgettable sailing experience while navigating the Rhine, Main, Danube, and the Moselle Rivers. Sail through some of Europe?s most magical stretches of water and explore many of the continent?s most enchanting cities. The vessel's capacity is an intimate 180 guests and the ship offers a selection of wonderful amenities and features. 
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AmaLea Ship
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AmaLea

The AmaLea debuts in 2018 and features the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel currently in operation. With a guest capacity of up to 158 passengers, guests can enjoy the luxury of space while passing by centuries-old castles, charming villages, and breathtaking scenery.
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from $4,379
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AmaMagna

The AmaMagna represents a new concept specifically designed to elevate luxury river cruising. Debuting in May 2019, AmaMagna will embark on a truly memorable Danube River journey, sailing some of the most popular itineraries in Europe.
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AmaReina Ship
from $3,849
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AmaReina

The AmaReina features the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel currently in operation. Our exclusive Twin Balconies are available in most staterooms, Passengers will enjoy gourmet dining with free-flowing fine wines at multiple onboard dining venues.
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MS Beethoven
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MS Beethoven

The MS Beethoven navigates through the Danube and Rhine rivers. Built in 2004 and refurbished in 2010, the MS Beethoven is a comfortable and intimate ship with the capacity for 180 passengers.
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