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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $10,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Regensburg’s medieval town
  • Admire Passau’s colorful river
  • Tour Salzburg’s historic landmarks
  • Wander Cesky Krumlov’s streets
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Munich / Budapest
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Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Munich to Budapest aboard the Scenic Amber, exploring enchanting Christmas markets and local traditions. Enjoy exclusive events and guided tours that showcase Central Europe's cultural heritage during the festive season.
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Sunset over Passau
from $7,990
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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Explore Passau’s old town
  • Visit Gottweig Abbey
  • Discover Vienna’s art legacy
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Munich / Budapest
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.
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Visit charming Passau
from $7,990
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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
  • Tour Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Admire Vienna’s artistic heritage
  • Walk Regensburg’s medieval lanes
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Budapest / Munich
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Experience an 8-day Danube river cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring four countries rich in history and culture. Guided tours reveal the architectural marvels and imperial heritage of Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany.
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Evening light over Nuremberg
from $8,390
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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Walk to the city of Regensburg
  • Explore the architectures in Passau
  • Hike around the Bratislava Castle
  • Drive and walk around Vienna
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Munich / Budapest
Activity Level
Variable
Explore and sail along the second longest river in the continent on this 8-day Danube Delights Cruise from Munich to Budapest aboard the Emerald Luna. It will take travelers on an adventure from Eastern to Western Europe and vice versa.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $3,164
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Danube Symphony (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • Bike Vienna’s scenic Danube
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
  • Visit St. Florian Monastery
  • Tour Schönbrunn Palace grandeur
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Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities
Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Experience the Danube Symphony westbound on a 6-day Avalon Expression river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Krems, Wachau Valley, Ybbs, and Linz with guided sightseeing, biking, wine tasting, pastries, castles, and cultural landmarks along the way.
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Christmas Market in Prague
from $11,750
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Danube Christmas Markets with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Prague’s Old Town
  • Experience Regensburg’s traditions
  • Tour Passau’s cathedral
  • Visit Salzburg Christmas markets
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Prague / Budapest
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Variable
Experience an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Amber, journeying from Prague to Budapest. Discover the stunning Gothic architecture, historic sites, and festive markets while savoring local delicacies.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $7,899
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Grand Christmas & New Year's

Nuremberg to Budapest - 13 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Tour to the Regensburg old city
  • Visit the Bavarian Forest village
  • Walk through the beautiful Passau
  • Enjoy a private concert in Vienna
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Nuremberg / Budapest
Activities
Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Celebrate the holiday season on a 13-day river cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, charming medieval towns, and iconic cities along the Danube River. Savor mulled wine, traditional gingerbread, and local delicacies as you journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $3,697
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Christmastime on the Danube

Eastbound - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Have fun exploring Christmas market
  • Roam around the city of Passau
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey
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Nuremberg / Vienna
Activities
Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Experience this one-of-a-kind Christmas trip by sailing through the Danube river and visit fascinating sights beginning Nuremberg's medieval architectures to Vienna's magical Christmas advent markets.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $3,579
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Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound)

7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Admire Imperial Palace complex
  • Explore Altes Rathaus
  • Enjoy Regensburg’s Christmas market
  • Uncover medieval architectures
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Variable
Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime river cruise vacation starting in the Nuremberg, on through the heart of Germany, and ending in Austria aboard the magnificent Avalon Envision.
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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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Variable
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
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
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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Visit charming Passau
from $8,560
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Classic Prague & Danube Delights

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Visit the Gothic St Vitus Cathedral
  • Tour the city of Regensburg
  • Explore the town of Passau
  • Ride a bike from Melk to Durnstein
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Prague / Budapest
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Variable
Join an 11-day cruise on the Emerald Star, starting with a 3-night stay in Prague followed by an 8-day journey along the Danube. Discover four capital cities and the stunning Wachau Valley while exploring charming towns like Passau and Melk.
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Sunset over Passau
from $1,999
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Romantic Danube

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Visit Budapest's Matthias Church
  • Explore the Schönbrunn Palace
  • See Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers
  • Tour the scenic town of Regensburg
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Budapest / Regensburg
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Variable
Visit three Europen countries during this 8-day cruise along the beautiful Danube River. Discover Budapest, Hungary, known for its fairytale architecture. Sail to Austria's famous cities of Vienna and Krems, full of history and charm. Visit the picturesque towns of Passau and Regensburg, in Germany, where you will learn about medieval history.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $3,649
EBD $4000
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Sightsee in Budapest
  • Explore Vienna´s hidden treasures
  • Tour Bratislava's top sights
  • Delight in a walking tour
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Enjoy a 7-night Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS AmaLea, visiting Bratislava, Vienna, Linz, and Passau along the way. As you savor the expertly vinted local wines of the Strudengau Valley, indulge your passion for music, art, and architecture in each of the stunning cities you visit.
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Vienna
from $4,039
EBD $4000
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
  • Discover Budapest
  • Take a guided bike ride
  • Enjoy wine tasting
  • Delight in a walking tour
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Savor the expertly vinted local wines of the Strudengau Valley, indulge your passion for music, art, and architecture in each of the stunning cities you visit as you sail from Budapest to Vilshofen. Board the MS Amasonata, visiting Bratislava, Vienna, Linz, and Passau along the way.
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Golden sunset lights the famous Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
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
Starts / Ends
Nuremberg / Budapest
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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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Golden sunset lights the famous Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
from $4,330
Save $1500
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Active & Discovery on the Danube (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Vienna Ringstrasse Bike
  • Belvedere Palace Tour
  • Wachau Valley Vineyards
  • Mauthausen Memorial Visit
Starts / Ends
Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities
Biking, Hiking, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Danube on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Hike to Dracula’s Tower, bike Vienna’s Ringstrasse, and see Belvedere Palace. Experience Wachau Valley vineyards, Grein’s historic theater, Mauthausen Memorial, and Engelhartszell Abbey.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,330
No SS
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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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Variable
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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