Danube River Urban Exploration Cruises

from $8,390

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Christmas Markets on the Danube

Budapest to Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky

• Tour Budapest city
• Vienna art museum
• Tour Gottweig Abbey
• Tour Passau's cathedral and markets

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Budapest / Munich

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Christmas Market Visits

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Explore the festive season on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich aboard Emerald Sky. Visit Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz, and Passau. Guided tours, cultural experiences, and seasonal tastings provide a clear view of Central Europe’s winter holiday traditions.

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from $6,299

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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
• Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
• Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
• Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
• Warm up with mulled wine tasting

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Passau / Budapest

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Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.

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from $8,590

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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 $11,350

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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal

• Explore Prague's Gothic charm
• Visit Passau's historic beauty
• Stroll Vienna's imperial elegance
• Tour Melk's breathtaking abbey

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Prague / Budapest

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Opal, exploring Prague’s Gothic charm, Regensburg’s medieval Old Town, and Vienna’s cultural treasures. Highlights include Melk Abbey, Bratislava’s historic allure, and Budapest’s iconic Danube views.

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from $3,449

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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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from $3,385

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Along the Danube, the Balkan peninsula and Budapest

Oltenita to Budapest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi

• Enjoy a guided tour of Bucharest
• Historic Ruse architecture walk
• Cruise through Iron Gates
• Go for a Novi Sad cultural tour

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Oltenita / Budapest

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Set sail on a 9-day Danube River cruise from Romania to Hungary aboard MS Vivaldi. Explore Constanta’s Black Sea heritage, Bucharest’s vibrant landmarks, Bulgaria’s Ruse, Serbia’s Belgrade, Novi Sad, Croatia’s Osijek, and Budapest. Cruise through the Iron Gates gorge, enjoy cultural tours, wine tastings, and guided city experiences.

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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 $2,245

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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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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 $8,999

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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 $3,946

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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 $3,946

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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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Biking, Urban Exploration, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

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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 $3,635

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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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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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from $2,676

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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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Wine Tasting, 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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from $4,599

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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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from $4,999

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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 $3,999

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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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from $4,430

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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 $4,799

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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard River Princess

• Visit Vörösmarty Christmas Market
• Experience a Slovakian Christmas
• Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Discover Vienna Art History Museum

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Budapest / Passau

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Celebrate the holiday season on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the River Princess. Explore Bratislava’s Christmas Market and discover its unique traditions. Enjoy breathtaking views while cruising through the Wachau Valley to Krems and Melk. In Passau, stroll through vibrant Christmas markets framed by baroque architecture.

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