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Explore Cologne
from $11,590
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge castles
  • Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
  • Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $10,875
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
  • Explore Prague’s Gothic center
  • Discover Terezin’s memorial
  • Travel to Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Uncover Passau’s baroque beauty
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Prague / Budapest
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Join an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Crystal, starting with three nights in Prague to explore iconic sites like the Astronomical Clock. Visit medieval towns and enjoy cultural highlights, ending your journey in Budapest with options for Jewish heritage sites or a charming Danube town.
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Admire the Art Nouveau architecture of Prague
from $11,350
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Explore Prague's Gothic charm
  • Visit Passau's historic beauty
  • Stroll Vienna's imperial elegance
  • Tour Melk's breathtaking abbey
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Prague / Budapest
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Opal, exploring Prague’s Gothic charm, Regensburg’s medieval Old Town, and Vienna’s cultural treasures. Highlights include Melk Abbey, Bratislava’s historic allure, and Budapest’s iconic Danube views.
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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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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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Wine Tasting
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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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Budapest
from $3,449
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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Celebrate Oktoberfest in Vilshofen
  • Salzburg day trip option
  • Tour Cesky Krumlov castle
  • Explore Vienna's historic streets
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Sail from Vilshofen to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Amalea. Choose guided walking tours, scenic hikes, and bike rides through the Wachau Valley. Visit Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov and discover historic landmarks across Central Europe.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $4,230
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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore Budapest’s Heroes Square
  • Walk Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Marvel at Melk Abbey
  • See Passau’s three rivers
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Budapest’s grand landmarks, Bratislava’s Old Town, Vienna’s imperial treasures, and the Wachau Valley’s vineyards and abbeys. Explore Linz, Salzburg, or Cesky Krumlov, and witness Passau where three rivers meet, before ending in charming Vilshofen.
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Visit the ornately decorated Melk Abbey
from $4,030
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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey of Melk
  • Tour Vienna's landmarks
  • Hike to Bratislava Castle
  • Guided tour in Budapest
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Biking, Hiking, Village Visits
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This 8-day river cruise aboard Avalon Passion begins in Vilshofen, Germany, and ends in Budapest, Hungary. Explore Passau, Linz, Melk, Dürnstein, Vienna, and Bratislava with guided tours, hikes, and biking options. Discover abbeys, castles, and city landmarks while sailing through scenic stretches of the Danube, including the Wachau Valley.
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Explore the countryside surrounding Belgrade
from $3,385
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Along the Danube, the Balkan peninsula and Budapest

Oltenita to Budapest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Enjoy a guided tour of Bucharest
  • Historic Ruse architecture walk
  • Cruise through Iron Gates
  • Go for a Novi Sad cultural tour
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Oltenita / Budapest
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Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits
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Set sail on a 9-day Danube River cruise from Romania to Hungary aboard MS Vivaldi. Explore Constanta’s Black Sea heritage, Bucharest’s vibrant landmarks, Bulgaria’s Ruse, Serbia’s Belgrade, Novi Sad, Croatia’s Osijek, and Budapest. Cruise through the Iron Gates gorge, enjoy cultural tours, wine tastings, and guided city experiences.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $5,734
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Melodies of the Danube

Budapest - Prague - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Discover Budapest's iconic charm
  • Explore Bratislava's regal beauty
  • Wander Vienna's historic splendor
  • Marvel at Passau’s architecture
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Budapest / Prague
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Festival Visits
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Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella and explore Prague’s wonders. Visit Prague Castle, stroll across Charles Bridge, and discover the UNESCO-listed Old Town or hike through its historic charm.
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Visit historic Nuremberg
from $8,685
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Danube Delights with Nuremberg & Munich

Budapest - Munich - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Explore Budapest highlights
  • Discover Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Tour Vienna’s grand boulevards
  • Stroll Passau’s medieval streets
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Budapest / Munich
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Join a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Sky to explore four European countries along the Danube. Experience a blend of history and modernity in cities like Vienna and Budapest, where rich cultural heritage meets vibrant contemporary life.
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Stop in Frankfurt, a major financial hub in Germany
from $2,709
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Along the Danube and the Rhine - Following the Romantic Road

Roundtrip Strasbourg - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven
  • Discover Vienna’s imperial splendor
  • Stroll Passau’s historic streets
  • See Regensburg’s ancient treasures
  • Enjoy Frankfurt skyline views
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Strasbourg / Strasbourg
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Local Market Visits
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Sail the Danube and Rhine on a 10-day river cruise,, aboard MS Beethoven, discovering Europe’s most iconic cities and historic gems. Explore imperial Vienna, medieval Regensburg, and the Romantic Road’s charming towns before ending with modern Frankfurt’s dazzling skyline.
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Explore the old district of Frankfurt
from $2,245
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Cruise through the Heart of Europe from the Rhine to the Danube

Strasbourg to Vienna - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven
  • Enjoy Frankfurt’s skyline views
  • Discover Würzburg’s baroque beauty
  • Taste Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen
  • Explore Romantic Road gems
  • Discover Vienna’s imperial palaces
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Strasbourg / Vienna
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Small Ship Sailing
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This 10-day voyage aboard the MS Beethoven brings you Europe’s cultural gems, from Frankfurt’s modern skyline to medieval towns like Rothenburg and Würzburg. Explore Regensburg’s 2,000-year-old history, savor Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen, and conclude in imperial Vienna with optional palace visits and a classical concert.
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Romania's iconic Bran Castle "Dracula's Castle"
from $4,449
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Admire Rousse's architecture
  • Learn of the region's rich history
  • Enjoy culinary and wine excursions
  • Tour European cities and villages
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Arrive in Budapest and embark the Amamagna for your 8-day Danube River cruise. Traverse the dramatic narrow gorge known as the Iron Gates, then cruise along the Romanian-Bulgarian border. Visit Mohacs before disembarking in Giurgiu. Culture, history, magnificent architecture and stunning landscapes highlight this cruise.
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Visit charming Passau
from $7,990
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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
  • Tour Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Admire Vienna’s artistic heritage
  • Walk Regensburg’s medieval lanes
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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.
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Explore Prague's colorful streets
from $8,999
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Portraits of Eastern Europe

Prague to Bucharest - 19 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Walk through Regensburg city
  • Visit to the Spitz’ Shipping Museum
  • Tour to the Vienna Opera House.
  • See the Artstetten Castle in a tour
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Prague / Bucharest
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Wildlife Viewing
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Embark on a 19-day Portraits of Eastern Europe Cruise from Prague to Bucharest aboard S.S. Beatrice. Begin in Budapest and journey through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Discover historical landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant local cultures as you explore captivating cities like Belgrade, Vukovar, and Bucharest.
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Prague City and the Charles Bridge at Sunset
from $10,875
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Discover Prague Castle grandeur
  • Uncover Passau’s Old Town
  • Wander Linz’s vibrant streets
  • Tour Melk Abbey’s opulent halls
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Prague / Budapest
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Experience an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Amber, exploring iconic landmarks and cultural gems. Enjoy tailored excursions, delightful wine tastings, and picturesque stops in cities like Vienna and Bratislava before concluding your journey in vibrant Budapest.
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Explore castle ruins outside beautiful Bratislava
from $3,946
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From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (Port-to-port cruise)

Oltenita to Vienna - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit Bucharest’s landmarks
  • Join a guided tour in Constanta
  • Tour Ruse Renaissance architecture
  • Discover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
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Oltenita / Vienna
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Embark on a 12-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Vivaldi, starting in Romania and ending in Austria. Visit Constanta, Bucharest, Ruse, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Mohacs, Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Experience guided city tours, folklore evenings, cultural excursions, and scenic cruising through the Iron Gates gorge.
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