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Morning light in Budapest
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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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Local Market Visits
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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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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
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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Explore the inspiring Amsterdam
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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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Budapest
from $4,549
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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard 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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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
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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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Biking, Hiking
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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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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,530
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The Blue Danube Discovery

Budapest to Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Join a guided tour of Vienna
  • Enjoy the flavors of Wachau Valley
  • Explore the city of Passau
  • See the architecture in Regensburg
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Unravel the beauty of some of Europe’s timeless treasures on an 8-day cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II. From Budapest’s gilded landmarks and Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg and the medieval architecture of Nuremberg.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $6,034
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Melodies of the Danube

Budapest - Prague - 13 Day Itinerary aboard 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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Festival Visits
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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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Visit historic Nuremberg
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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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Stop in Frankfurt, a major financial hub in Germany
from $3,244
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Along the Danube and the Rhine - Following the Romantic Road

Vienna to 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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Vienna / 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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Prague City and the Charles Bridge at Sunset
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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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Explore castle ruins outside beautiful Bratislava
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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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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
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Jewels of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jade
  • Visit Cologne cathedral
  • Walk Budapest Grand Central Market
  • Tour Wurzburg Baroque palace
  • Discover Bamberg cathedral
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits
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Discover historic trade routes on a 15-day river cruise along the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers aboard the Scenic Jade. Enjoy local encounters, regional cuisine, and stunning landscapes as you explore iconic towns and significant WWII sites.
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