Top Danube River Trips & Tours in May 2026

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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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from $8,990

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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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from $10,399

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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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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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from $12,275

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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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from $4,246

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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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from $7,249

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Highlights of Eastern Europe

Budapest to Bucharest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice

• Discover Croatia's charming village
• See Bulgaria’s Little Vienna
• Tour Bucharest’s grand palace
• Marvel at Iron Gates Gorge

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Budapest / Bucharest

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Wildlife Viewing

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Embark on a 10-day Highlights of Eastern Europe cruise from Budapest to Bucharest aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Discover the rich history and captivating cultures of Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Visit iconic landmarks like Budapest’s Parliament Building, Serbia’s Kalemegdan Fortress, and Romania’s People’s Palace.

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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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Village Visits

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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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from $4,246

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From the Blue Danube to the Black Sea

Vienna to Oltenita - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi

• Visit Schonbrunn Palace
• Climb Petrovaradin Fortress
• Join a Belgrade cultural tour
• Cruise through Iron Gates

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Vienna / Oltenita

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Urban Exploration

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Set sail on a 12-day Danube River cruise beginning in Vienna and ending in Oltenita aboard MS Vivaldi. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Ruse, Bucharest, and Constanta. Take guided city tours, discover UNESCO sites, enjoy local entertainment, and sail through the Iron Gates gorge.

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from $4,899

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Highlights of Eastern Europe

Budapest - Bucharest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess

• Discover Belgrade
• Explore Budapest
• Visit Croatia's Vučedol Museum
• Marvel at Vidin

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Budapest / Bucharest

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Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the River Duchess, discovering hidden gems, rich cultures, and stunning landscapes in Eastern Europe. Perfect for explorers.

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from $8,299

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Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSofia

• Experience Amsterdam's waterways
• Tour Cologne cathedral
• Discover Rudesheim vineyards
• Hike Wertheim Castle ruins

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Biking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits

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Join a 15-day European river cruise on the MS AmaSofia, sailing through five countries along the Danube, Main, and Rhine rivers. Experience UNESCO World Heritage Sites, regional wine tastings, and guided hiking and biking excursions in Passau and Vienna.

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from $5,249

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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Discover Passau’s historic allure
• Admire Linz’s cultural vibrance
• Experience Vienna’s elegance
• Stroll Bratislava’s regal streets

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Festival Visits

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Sail the Danube on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amabella. Explore timeless cities, majestic abbeys, and UNESCO sites, discovering the romance and history of Old World Europe.

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from $5,999

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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking

• Discover Europe’s castles & culture
• Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
• See St. Peter’s Cathedral
• Learn Wertheim's tradition

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Amsterdam to Budapest. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary while sailing along the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers.

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from $14,690

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Splendours of Europe

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
• Discover Bratislava’s Old Town
• Tour Vienna’s imperial highlights
• Visit Melk Abbey’s ancient library

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Embark on a 14-day river cruise on the Emerald Dawn, starting in Budapest and exploring cities like Vienna, Wurzburg, and Cologne along the Danube, Rhine, and Main rivers. Experience guided tours and unique cultural highlights, culminating in Amsterdam's vibrant atmosphere.

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from $6,224

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Romantic Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Explore Prague's historic treasures
• Discover Regensburg medieval charm
• Hike Passau's scenic hills
• Marvel Vienna's imperial elegance

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Prague / Budapest

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Embark on an 11-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella with Prague, exploring Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest. Discover Salzburg, Cesky Krumlov, and iconic UNESCO sites along the Danube’s romantic shores.

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from $5,499

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Capital Cities of the Danube

Belgrade to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Emilie

• Explore Belgrade’s landmarks
• Tour historic Novi Sad
• Stroll Bratislava’s historic center
• Sail along Vienna

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Belgrade / Vienna

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During this 8-Day Capital Cities of the Danube aboard S.S. Emilie, Cruise along the Danube River from Belgrade to Vienna, discovering some of Europe’s most captivating cities. This journey offers a blend of history, modern life, and unforgettable landscapes, all experienced from the comfort of a boutique river cruise.

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from $6,829

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Balkan Discovery

Budapest to Oltenita - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion

• Guided tour of Vukovar Heritage
• Visit Ilok Wine Cellar
• Tour Novi Sad City
• Sightseeing Excursion in Belgrade

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Budapest / Oltenita

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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Oltenita aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Vukovar, Ilok, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, and Rousse. Enjoy guided walking, city, and bike tours, local wine and beer tastings, historic fortresses, cultural sites, and scenic river views.

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The Legendary Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II

• Explore medieval architecture
• Stroll Vienna’s imperial landmarks
• Enjoy the tour of Roth
• See the city of Budapest

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Nuremberg / Budapest

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Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II, visiting Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, and Vienna. Explore medieval landmarks, imperial palaces, scenic valleys, and vibrant cultural treasures along the way.

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from $9,590

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Enchantment of Eastern Europe

Budapest - Bucharest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Discover Kalocsa Puszta
• Experience Budapest folklore show
• Explore Belgrade on a guided tour
• Taste Vidin wines

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Budapest / Bucharest

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Discover Eastern Europe on a 9-day river cruise aboard the Emerald Star, visiting five countries and engaging in cultural experiences like a horse show in Kalocsa and lunch with a Croatian family. Enjoy guided city tours, local performances, and regional flavors, culminating in a trip to Bucharest’s historic charm.

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