Top Danube River Trips & Tours in May 2026

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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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Magnificent Europe

17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• Stroll Wertheim’s charming streets
• Explore Nuremberg’s imperial past
• Marvel at Cologne’s Gothic charm
• Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals

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Embark on a 17-day cruise aboard the MS Amastella, exploring three iconic rivers across five countries. Discover UNESCO World Heritage treasures like Cologne’s Cathedral, Würzburg Palace, and Melk Abbey, while enjoying fine wines, diverse cuisines, and scenic hikes and bike rides in Passau and Vienna.

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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• 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 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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Local Market Visits, Hiking, Biking, Archaeological Site Visits, 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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Along the river Danube, Budapestand the Balkan Peninsula

Budapest to Oltenita - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe

• Join Osijek, Croatia guided tour
• Novi Sad sightseeing
• Sail the Iron Gates gorge
• Explore Bucharest Village Museum

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Budapest / Oltenita

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Village Visits

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Set sail on a 9-day Danube River cruise aboard MS L'Europe from Budapest to the Black Sea on a cruise through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Explore Belgrade, Bucharest, Constanta, Veliko Tarnovo, and Novi Sad. Cruise the Iron Gates gorge, experience Balkan culture, taste Romanian wines, and discover Eastern Europe’s history.

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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 $12,999

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Ultimate European Journey

Amsterdam - Bucharest - 24 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess

• Visit to the Bamberg city on foot.
• Tour the Nazi Party Rally Grounds.
• Visit the beautiful Golubac castle
• Visit to Dynasty Palace in Belgrade

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Amsterdam / Bucharest

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Embark on a 24-day cruise from Amsterdam to Bucharest aboard the River Duchess. Sail through eight nations, visit five capital cities, and explore UNESCO sites like Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Valley.

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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

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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Land & Sea Exploration

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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest. Discover historic towns, including Passau, Vienna, and Bratislava. Explore castles, hike nature trails, or cycle through stunning landscapes. Enjoy guided tours of cultural landmarks, vibrant cities, and breathtaking river views aboard a luxurious Avalon ship.

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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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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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Small Ship Sailing

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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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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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Wine Tasting

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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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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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Gems of Southeast Europe

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Discover Budapest’s UNESCO treasure
• Explore Vienna’s historic grandeur
• Visit Pecs’ Roman heritage
• Experience Vukovar’s wine culture

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Vienna / Bucharest

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Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Discover Eastern Europe's treasures, from historic towns and scenic landscapes to wine tastings, cultural highlights, adventurous hikes, and bike rides.

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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Explore historic Pecs landmarks
• Bike through scenic Mohacs
• See Veliko Tarnovo’s fortress
• Visit Rousse's elegant architecture

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Set sail on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella, discovering the rich history and cultures of Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Explore ancient fortifications, vibrant cities, and the natural beauty of the Danube’s Iron Gates while enjoying regional wines and outdoor adventures.

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Grand Danube Cruise with Prague

22 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Explore Prague, timeless charm
• Cruise Regensburg, historic gem
• Visit Salzburg, cultural treasure
• Discover Linz, vibrant history

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Prague / Bucharest

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Festival Visits

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Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella, exploring Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and beyond through capitals like Bucharest and Prague. Cruise the Danube, uncover legends at sites like Bran Castle and the Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo, and savor timeless traditions and wines.

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