Top Danube River Trips & Tours in October 2026

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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

Budapest - Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde

• Explore Budapest’s vibrant charm
• Hike Bratislava Castle’s path
• Admire Vienna’s regal landmarks
• Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque beauty

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Budapest / Vilshofen

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Festival Visits

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring the enchanting Danube River. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture in Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna, and enjoy the musical beauty of Salzburg and the scenic Strudengau Valley.

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from $9,590

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Gems of the Danube

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Budapest’s architecture
• Visit Durnstein vineyards
• Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
• Explore Regensburg, medieval town

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Budapest / Munich

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Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, exploring historic cities along the Danube River. Experience Budapest's architecture, Vienna's musical heritage, and Germany's UNESCO-listed Regensburg while enjoying Central Europe's scenic beauty.

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from $4,963

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The Danube from Romania to Budapest

Oltenita to Budapest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion

• Bike Tour in Rousse
• Visit Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi
• See Belogradchik rock formations
• See Golubac Fortress in Iron Gates

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Oltenita / Budapest

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Biking, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Romania to Budapest aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Rousse, Veliko Tarnovo, Vidin, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Ilok, and Mohacs through guided tours, bike rides, cultural sites, and historic towns along the Danube River.

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from $5,624

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Romantic Danube

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde

• Discover Prague’s medieval charm
• Taste iconic Czech craft beers
• Explore Passau’s historic streets
• Stroll Regensburg’s old town

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Prague / Budapest

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Embark on an 11-day river cruise with stays in Prague aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring historic cities like Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Experience the Danube’s charm with visits to UNESCO sites and enchanting towns like Salzburg and Cesky Krumlov.

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from $5,524

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Romantic Danube

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea

• Explore Prague’s castle complex
• Stroll Regensburg’s Old Town
• Tour Passau’s historic streets
• Wander Salzburg’s Old Town

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Prague / Budapest

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Experience the vibrant heart of Europe on an 11-day cruise along the Danube River aboard the MS Amalea, with stops in historic cities like Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Discover rich cultural heritage, breathtaking architecture, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites while tracing the paths of legendary composers like Mozart and Beethoven.

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from $8,390

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Danube Delights

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Visit Vienna’s top museum
• Tour Gottweig Abbey, Austria
• Taste sausage in Regensburg
• Hike to Dürnstein Castle

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Budapest / Regensburg

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Explore Central Europe on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Regensburg aboard Emerald Sky. Discover cities like Bratislava, Vienna, and Passau with guided tours, active hikes, and bike rides. Enjoy regional culture with local tastings, folklore performances, and UNESCO-listed sites along the Danube River.

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from $9,290

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Danube Explorer

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Visit Bavarian Farm
• Tour Cesky Krumlov
• Walk through historic Melk Abbey
• Visit Budapest Market

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Munich / Budapest

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Discover the charm of the Danube on an 8-day Emerald Luna journey from Munich to Budapest. Wander through Bavarian villages, medieval Český Krumlov, and Melk Abbey. Explore Vienna’s Ringstrasse and Bratislava Castle, then enjoy walking tours, hikes, and bike rides before a guided visit to Budapest’s markets and landmarks.

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from $12,190

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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Discover Amsterdam’s canals
• Explore Cologne’s Old Town
• Admire castles along Rhine Gorge
• Stroll Miltenberg’s medieval street

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Join this 15-day Splendors of Europe cruise on the Emerald Sky from Amsterdam to Budapest. Cruise through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Experience stunning landscapes, medieval towns, and hikes to hilltop fortresses. Explore four capital cities, each providing a distinctive perspective on the region's rich history.

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from $12,190

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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Explore Amsterdam’s canals
• Admire Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Wander Miltenberg’s cobbled lanes
• Visit Wurzburg’s Baroque palace

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Amsterdam / Budapest

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Embark on the 15-day Splendours of Europe cruise aboard the Emerald Destiny, traveling from Amsterdam to Budapest. Discover the wonders of the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary while indulging in a glass-top canal boat excursion in Amsterdam. Throughout the visit to four capital cities, immerse in rich history of the region.

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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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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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Village Visits

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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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from $6,034

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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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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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from $9,085

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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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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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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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from $2,626

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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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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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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 $3,738

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From the Blue Danube to the Black Sea

Vienna to Oltenita - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe

• Bratislava historic city walk
• Climb Petrovaradin Fortress
• Join a Belgrade cultural tour
• Explore Ruse Rock-hewn Churches

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Vienna / Oltenita

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Hiking, Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration

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Sail through Europe’s cultural heart on a 12-day Danube cruise from Vienna to Oltenita aboard MS L'Europe. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Iron Gates, Ruse, Bucharest, and Constanta. Discover palaces, fortresses, historic centers, UNESCO sites, and the Black Sea. Enjoy guided tours and local tastings.

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