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Select one of the below 12 best Wachau Valley trips for 2026 and 2027. Your local English-speaking guide will lead your small group or personalized private tour on an extraordinary adventure exploring Wachau Valley. Our Wachau Valley trips for 2026 feature Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Biking, Local Market Visits, and Wine Tasting, and start from $2,444 for trips of 8 to 15 days. Contact Adventure Life's Wachau Valley trip planning experts to start planning your next seamless trip.

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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
from $2,799
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Christmas on the Danube

Regensburg to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Visit Regensburg's medieval town
  • Stroll the romantic market stalls
  • See Europe's largest pipe organ
  • Explore Vienna's Christmas markets
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Regensburg / Budapest
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Festival Visits
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Discover the wonders of Hungary, Austria, and Germany on an 8-day Christmas on the Danube cruise. Explore grand cities, medieval towns, & quaint villages, & enjoy the lively festivities of three countries. Experience the holiday atmosphere of Budapest's Christmas markets, Vienna's delightful handmade decorations, and Regensburg's fairy-tale beauty.
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Rathaus in Vienna
from $2,444
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The Beautiful Blue Danube

Vienna Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven
  • Tour Melk Abbey
  • Visit Hofburg Palace
  • Explore Esztergom
  • Guided Budapest city tour
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Vienna / Vienna
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Sail through Central Europe on an 8-day Danube cruise aboard MS Beethoven. Explore Melk Abbey, walk Durnstein’s historic streets, and hike near Bratislava. Enjoy guided experiences, scenic cruising, and regional cuisine throughout the journey.
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from $4,999
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European Holiday Markets

Nuremberg to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Christmas Market
  • Cruise the scenic Wachau Valley
  • Explore Vienna’s historic landmarks
  • Stroll through historic Regensburg
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Wildlife Viewing
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Experience an 8-day European Holiday Market cruise along the Danube River from Nuremberg to Vienna aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Discover festive cities and charming villages with holiday lights. Visit Nuremberg’s grand Christmas Market, the romantic Thurn and Taxis Castle market, and savor mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, and handcrafted treasures.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,449
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Best of the Danube - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaReina
  • Explore Bratislava’s medieval charm
  • Marvel at Wachau Valley’s scenery
  • Discover Melk’s rich history
  • Wander Linz’s vibrant streets
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Budapest / Budapest
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Sail the Danube on this 8-day cruise aboard MS Amareina, exploring imperial capitals, UNESCO treasures, and architectural gems. Discover Vienna, Bratislava, and Salzburg, where history, music, and Old-World charm come to life.
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Admire the artistry of Linz
from $4,030
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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Hike Passau scenic trails
  • Stroll Vienna gilded landmarks
  • Discover Melk ornate abbey
  • Explore the city of Passau
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Sail the Danube on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Passau, Vienna and Bratislava while exploring castles, hiking or cycling scenic landscapes, and enjoying guided cultural tours and breathtaking river views.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $6,479
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Christmastime on the Legendary Danube

Nuremberg to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Walk Passau's narrow streets
  • Visit Austria's Melk Abbey
  • See Vienna's gilded landmarks
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Christmas Market Visits
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Join an 8-day Christmastime on the Legendary Danube cruise on the Avalon Panorama, sailing from Nuremberg to Budapest to visit historic Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, and Hungary. You explore Regensburg, Passau, Melk, and Vienna, enjoying holiday treats, medieval architecture, and winter landscapes along the river.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,330
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The Blue Danube Discovery

Budapest to Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Join a guided tour of Vienna
  • Enjoy the flavors of Wachau Valley
  • Explore the city of Passau
  • See the architecture in Regensburg
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Unravel the beauty of some of Europe’s timeless treasures on an 8-day cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II. From Budapest’s gilded landmarks and Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg and the medieval architecture of Nuremberg.
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Christmas Market Square at night
from $6,399
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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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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
from $4,499
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Delightful Danube & Prague

Budapest - Prague - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Tour Budapest landmarks
  • Discover Vienna culture
  • Visit Melk Abbey
  • Walk Prague Old Town
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Budapest / Prague
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Local Market Visits, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Travel 10 days from Budapest to Prague aboard S.S. Beatrice. Visit Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, and Prague. Choose between city tours, Jewish heritage sites, and cultural experiences. Includes Danube cruising, guided walks, and time for independent exploration.
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Panoramic view of Vilshofen
from $6,123
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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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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Vilshofen, Germany, to Budapest, Hungary on 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 beautiful Amsterdam
from $7,761
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Magnificent Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Cruise Amsterdam's elegant canals
  • Walk through Cologne's Old City
  • Tour Würzburg's Residenz
  • Explore Vienna's gilded landmarks
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience the culture of Central Europe on this 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest aboard the Avalon Impression. Discover Holland's lively capital, sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge, and visit historic German towns like Cologne and Nuremberg. Explore Vienna's imperial landmarks and conclude your journey in vibrant Budapest.
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Enjoy a quiet moment on the banks of the Danube
from $7,761
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Magnificent Rivers of Europe

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • See Heroes' Square in Budapest
  • Discover Vienna's imperial sites
  • Go to the Bishop’s Residenz
  • Sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge
  • Navigate Amsterdam's canals
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Biking, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Village Visits
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Embark on a 15-day Magnificent Rivers of Europe river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the Avalon Expression. You explore vibrant capitals like Vienna and Bratislava, sail the scenic Wachau Valley and dramatic Rhine Gorge, and visit historic German towns like Passau and Cologne before arriving in Holland’s lively capital.
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