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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,599
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
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Budapest / Passau
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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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Take a quiet moment in Passau
from $8,590
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
  • Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls
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Budapest / Passau
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Enjoy an 8-day Danube cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Star, exploring rich cultural landmarks. From Budapest's grand architecture to Vienna's imperial Ringstrasse and Melk Abbey, experience immersive tours and regional flavors along the way.
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Vienna Opera House, Austria
from $1,346
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Taking in 3 countries: The Danube and its traditions

Vienna Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit the Schönbrunn Palace
  • Explore Bratislava's baroque charm
  • Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace
  • Explore the city of Budapest
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Vienna / Vienna
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Cruise along Danube River on this 5-day cruise aboard MS Vivaldi and explore the enchanting Christmas Markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest!
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Vienna Opera House, Austria
from $3,579
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Danube Symphony (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • Explore Linz historic sites
  • Cruise scenic Wachau Valley
  • Stroll Bratislava Old Town
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Wine Tasting, Biking, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Hiking
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Board Avalon Expression for an 8-day Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary. Visit Linz, Vienna, and Bratislava, sail through the Wachau Valley, and enjoy optional experiences such as a Linzer Torte cooking class, wine tasting, or a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace before ending in Budapest.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $3,479
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Danube Symphony (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • Bike Vienna’s scenic Danube
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
  • Visit St. Florian Monastery
  • Tour Schönbrunn Palace grandeur
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Small Ship Sailing
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Experience the Danube Symphony westbound on a 6-day Avalon Expression river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Krems, Wachau Valley, Ybbs, and Linz with guided sightseeing, biking, wine tasting, pastries, castles, and cultural landmarks along the way.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
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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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Sunset over Passau
from $1,999
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Romantic Danube

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Visit Budapest's Matthias Church
  • Explore the Schönbrunn Palace
  • See Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers
  • Tour the scenic town of Regensburg
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Budapest / Regensburg
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Visit three Europen countries during this 8-day cruise along the beautiful Danube River. Discover Budapest, Hungary, known for its fairytale architecture. Sail to Austria's famous cities of Vienna and Krems, full of history and charm. Visit the picturesque towns of Passau and Regensburg, in Germany, where you will learn about medieval history.
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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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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $2,799
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Danube Christmas Delights

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Wander through Bratislava
  • Taste Linz's famous Linzer Torte
  • Explore Christkindlmarkt
  • Discover Passau's history
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Budapest / Passau
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Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on an 8-day Danube Christmas Delights cruise aboard Viking Cruises. Explore Budapest's art nouveau beauty and Christmas markets. Experience winter wonderlands in Bratislava and Vienna. Sail through Wachau Valley's vineyards. Discover Linz's baroque charm and enjoy Linzer Torte. Explore Passau's history at the river confluence.
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Budapest
from $5,959
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Melodies of the Danube

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Tour Buda Castle in Budapest
  • Experience wine and music in Vienna
  • Take a guided bike tour in Passau
  • Spend 4 days exploring Prague
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Join the MS Amasonata on a fascinating 13-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Conclude your Danube River adventure with a 3-night stay in Prague.
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Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Hungary
from $6,599
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Gems of Southeast Europe

Vienna - Bucharest - 14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVerde
  • Explore Vienna’s imperial grandeur
  • Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark
  • Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
  • Taste Croatian wines in Vukovar
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Vienna / Bucharest
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Embark on a 14-day cruise from Vienna to Bucharest aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring the historic treasures of Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic Danube. Enjoy wine from Ilok’s vineyards and partake in activities like hiking the UNESCO Ivanovo Churches and cycling in Belgrade’s Kalemegdan Park.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,179
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

Budapest - Giurgiu - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVerde
  • Visit Baba Vida fortress in Vidin
  • Uncover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
  • Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
  • Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Giurgiu aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic lower Danube. Discover ancient fortresses and charming towns, and enjoy local wines while immersed in Eastern Europe's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes.
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