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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $4,951
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Christmastime on the Blue Danube Discovery

Budapest to Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Photograph the Royal Palace
  • Explore Vienna's old town
  • Marvel at Melk Abbey
  • See Regensburg's Rathaus
  • Browse Nuremberg markets
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Christmastime on the Blue Danube Discovery cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the Avalon Panorama. Experience the holiday magic of Europe as you visit festive Christmas markets in Vienna, Passau, Regensburg, and Nuremberg, while exploring historic landmarks like Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey.
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Explore Cologne
from $11,590
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge castles
  • Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
  • Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $10,875
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
  • Explore Prague’s Gothic center
  • Discover Terezin’s memorial
  • Travel to Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Uncover Passau’s baroque beauty
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Prague / Budapest
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Join an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Crystal, starting with three nights in Prague to explore iconic sites like the Astronomical Clock. Visit medieval towns and enjoy cultural highlights, ending your journey in Budapest with options for Jewish heritage sites or a charming Danube town.
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Admire the Art Nouveau architecture of Prague
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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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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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
from $4,499
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Delightful Danube & Prague

Budapest - Prague - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Tour Budapest landmarks
  • Discover Vienna culture
  • Visit Melk Abbey
  • Walk Prague Old Town
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Budapest / Prague
Activities
Biking, Hiking
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Variable
Travel 10 days from Budapest to Prague aboard S.S. Beatrice. Visit Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, and Prague. Choose between city tours, Jewish heritage sites, and cultural experiences. Includes Danube cruising, guided walks, and time for independent exploration.
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Panoramic view of Vilshofen
from $6,123
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Illuminations on the Danube (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Passau River Hike
  • Linz Biking Tour
  • Melk Abbey Visit
  • Vienna City Walk
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Vilshofen, Germany, to Budapest, Hungary on Avalon Impression. Experience guided hikes, city walks, and optional excursions through Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Bratislava, Esztergom, and Budapest. Cruise along the Danube, explore historic towns, and enjoy cultural and scenic highlights on board and ashore.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $4,230
Save $1500
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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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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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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $6,479
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Christmastime on the Legendary Danube

Nuremberg to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Walk Passau's narrow streets
  • Visit Austria's Melk Abbey
  • See Vienna's gilded landmarks
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Variable
Join an 8-day Christmastime on the Legendary Danube cruise on the Avalon Panorama, sailing from Nuremberg to Budapest to visit historic Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, and Hungary. You explore Regensburg, Passau, Melk, and Vienna, enjoying holiday treats, medieval architecture, and winter landscapes along the river.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,330
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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 $5,939
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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
Activities
Festival Visits
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Variable
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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Melk Abbey along the Danube River in Austria
from $7,870
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Gems of the Danube with Best of Bavaria

Munich - Budapest - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Munich Frauenkirche
  • Discover Nuremberg Old Town walls
  • Experience Regensburg Bavarian brew
  • Admire Bratislava hilltop castle
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Munich / Budapest
Activities
Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Experience a 12-day Danube River cruise aboard the Scenic Amber, journeying through Regensburg to Budapest while exploring historic sites and savoring local flavors. Extend your trip with a five-day guided tour of Bavaria, visiting Munich, Schwangau, and Nuremberg.
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Visit historic Nuremberg
from $8,685
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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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