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Explore the enchanting Danube River on a luxurious voyage with Adventure Life, where you can partake in a variety of unforgettable 37 cruises for 2025. The Danube River Cruises offer a unique blend of cultural immersion, scenic beauty, and unparalleled luxury that will transport you to a world of opulence and elegance. Delve into the historic charm of Budapest, Vienna, and Nuremberg while visiting Christmas markets, biking alongside the river, and discovering hidden gems along the way. With activities ranging from urban exploration to hiking and festival visits, these tours promise an extraordinary adventure through the heart of Europe. Indulge in the finest cuisine, explore architectural marvels, and revel in the festive spirit of Christmas markets on this remarkable journey. Join us on a tour of a lifetime and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Gorgeous evening view of Prague
from $5,024
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Legendary Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Fall in love with the Danube on this 14-day Danube River cruise aboard the MS Amasonata. Discover some of the most important cities such as Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Vienna, and Budapest, and select from a large variety of daily activities and excursions. As you cruise through Eastern Germany, don't miss the excellent Bavarian cuisine!
  • Discover attractive Prague
  • Visit the famous city of Pilzen
  • Enjoy Nuremberg's countryside
  • Bike along the Danube River
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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
from $4,399
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Delightful Danube & Prague

Budapest to Prague - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
Starts / Ends
Budapest / Prague
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 10-day cruise aboard the S.S. Beatrice along the Danube River from Budapest to Prague. Discover vibrant cities, historic castles, and cultural landmarks. Explore the architectural wonders of Budapest, Vienna, and Regensburg. Savor Viennese strudel and wine, and visit medieval castles and Jewish heritage sites.
  • Explore Budapest city with a guide
  • Bike along Bavarian rivers
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
  • Savor Viennese delicacies
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Frauenkirche church in Nuremberg
from $4,049
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Legendary Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Board the luxurious MS Amasonata on this exclusive 8-day cruise of the Danube River. From Nuremberg, you will sail through Germany and Austria before arriving in the vibrant city of Budapest, Hungary. Ride bicycles along the Danube on daily guided tours and taste fine wines from the Wachau wine region in Austria.
  • Enjoy traditional Bavarian delights
  • Bike along the Danube River
  • Visit Melk's Benedictine Abbey
  • Discover the elegant city of Vienna
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Durnstein
from $3,839
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amalea, exploring Europe’s artistic and cultural treasures. Visit Vienna, Passau, and UNESCO-listed Regensburg, savor Sacher-Torte, and admire the Wachau Valley’s vineyards.
  • Hike to Durnstein’s fortress ruins
  • Explore Vienna’s imperial past
  • Visit Nuremberg’s grand castle site
  • Walk Bratislava’s historic streets
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $3,949
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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On this unforgettable 8-day cruise, embark in Budapest, Hungary, and make your way to the charming city of Nuremberg on the MS Amasonata. Visit some of the most important sites of the region (including Gothic & Baroque cathedrals, the Oberhaus Fortress, and others) and bike through the spectacular scenery of the Danube Valley.
  • Enjoy Bratislava's unique charm
  • Admire the beautiful Wachau Valley
  • Hike up to Veste Oberhaus Fortress
  • Discover medieval Regensburg
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Sunset over Passau
from $7,990
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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
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Munich / Budapest
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.
  • Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Explore Passau’s old town
  • Visit Gottweig Abbey
  • Discover Vienna’s art legacy
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Explore Vienna's beautiful gardens while touring through Europe
from $8,190
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
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Budapest / Munich
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Variable
Experience an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring iconic cities along the Danube River. Discover Budapest's history, Vienna's architecture, and Melk Abbey, with guided tours and time for exploration.
  • Explore Budapest market
  • Stroll Bratislava Old Town
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Enjoy a tour to Melk Abbey
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Bratislava
from $3,749
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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Cruise eastern Europe on this 8-day itinerary along the romantic Danube from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amasonata, stopping in cities like Passau, Linz, and Vienna en route. You will see breathtaking architecture, beautiful natural landscapes, and taste some of the most savory flavors and wines that Europe has to offer.
  • See UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Taste local wines & specialities
  • Choose from optional excursions
  • Explore Linz
  • Take a tour of Vienna
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $5,534
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Blue Danube Discovery

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Discover the Danube River on this unique 13-day exploration of Europe. Start with 2 nights in historical Budapest, followed by an unforgettable 7-night Danube River cruise to Nuremberg, concluding with 3 nights in the charming city of Prague. A flexible itinerary with plenty of daily tour options allows you to design your own trip.
  • Admire charming Budapest
  • Enjoy unique Hungarian traditions
  • Discover Vienna's Imperial Palace
  • Taste Dürnstein’s unique wine
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
from $9,490
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Munich - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
Starts / Ends
Munich / Budapest
Activities
Village Visits
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Variable
Join this 10-day Danube Explorer & Budapest Highlights Cruise on Emerald Luna. Discover five countries and UNESCO sites, experiencing central Europe's essence. Immerse in local encounters, traditions, and cuisine. Uncover history, landmarks, and culture along the Danube's banks.
  • Explore the Danube River
  • Visit UNESCO heritage sites
  • Explore Central Europe
  • Learn about the history of Europe
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Enjoy a beautiful river view at sunset.
from $4,724
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Romantic Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Spend three nights in Prague and enjoy a fascinating cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest with stops in the charming cities of Passau, Austria, Vienna, and Hungary aboard the MS Amasonata.
  • Tour historical sites in Prague
  • See old-world architecture
  • Bike along the Inn River
  • Choose from optional excursions
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Take a quiet moment in Passau
from $7,590
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
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Budapest / Passau
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Variable
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.
  • Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
  • Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls
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Enjoy this beautiful basilica while traveling through Europe
from $5,114
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Christmas Markets on the Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
Starts / Ends
Prague / Budapest
Activities
Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Board the MS Amabella for this unique 11-day adventure visiting some of Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets on the scenic Danube River route from Nuremberg to Budapest. Spend 2 nights in Prague, Czech Republic before departing toward historic German towns like Regensburg and Passau, and Austrian towns of Melk and Vienna.
  • Explore the charming city of Prague
  • Visit the largest Christmas Market
  • Walk across historical Passau
  • Take a guided biking tour of Vienna
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $10,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
Starts / Ends
Budapest / Regensburg
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, where you can experience enchanting Christmas markets along the Danube River. Enjoy exclusive events, such as a private concert at the historic Palais Liechtenstein, while soaking in Central Europe's rich history and festive spirit.
  • Explore Budapest’s vibrant markets
  • Discover Bratislava medieval charm
  • Visit Vienna’s Schonbrunn Palace
  • Tour Melk’s grand abbey
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Rathaus in Vienna
from $7,479
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Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella
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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam aboard the MS Amastella, sailing the Danube, Main, and the Rhine through five captivating countries. Explore UNESCO treasures, savor Rieslings, enjoy European cuisine, and adventure through scenic landscapes.
  • Marvel Passau cathedrals
  • Wander Durnstein streets
  • Discover Vienna architecture grand
  • Explore Bratislava history
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,239
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Best of the Danube - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
Starts / Ends
Budapest / Budapest
Activities
Hiking, Biking, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • 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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Historic Nuremberg
from $7,899
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Grand Christmas & New Year's

Nuremberg to Budapest - 13 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
Starts / Ends
Nuremberg / Budapest
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Celebrate the holiday season on a 13-day river cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, charming medieval towns, and iconic cities along the Danube River. Savor mulled wine, traditional gingerbread, and local delicacies as you journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
  • Tour to the Regensburg old city
  • Visit the Bavarian Forest village
  • Walk through the beautiful Passau
  • Enjoy a private concert in Vienna
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Budapest
from $5,624
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Melodies of the Danube

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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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.
  • 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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