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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
from $4,495
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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Discover Gothic Cologne Cathedral
  • Taste Spatlese Koblenz wines
  • Wander Cochem Reichsburg Castle
  • Admire Strasbourg Petit France
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Embark on an 8-day European river cruise on the Scenic Amber, exploring charming streets, historic canals, and iconic art galleries. Sail through Germany, visiting Cologne's Gothic cathedral, Koblenz at the river confluence, and ending in Basel after experiencing the Black Forest and Alsace region.
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
from $4,195
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Danube Explorer

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Hike Passau Veste Oberhaus trail
  • Visit Melk 900-year-old abbey
  • Walk Bratislava historic castle
  • Discover Budapest culinary delights
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Munich / Budapest
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Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Hiking
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Join an 8-day Danube River cruise on the Emerald Dawn, exploring Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Experience local culture, architecture, and cuisine while enjoying hiking excursions and cycling tours in stunning landscapes.
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Stop in historic Regensburg on your Danube river cruise
from $4,199
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Delightful Danube & Prague

Prague - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Explore historic Prague landmarks
  • Walk Regensburg Old Town
  • Visit Melk Abbey library
  • Discover Vienna cultural sites
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Prague / Budapest
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Biking
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Travel from Prague to Budapest on a 10-day Danube itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice. Visit Regensburg, Passau, Melk, Vienna, and Bratislava. Join guided tours, local visits, and cultural activities, with time to explore historic sites, museums, and city centers across Central Europe.
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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
from $5,099
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Delightful Danube & Prague

Prague - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Explore historic Prague landmarks
  • Walk medieval Regensburg streets
  • Discover Wachau saffron heritage
  • Walk Budapest market halls
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Prague / Budapest
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Wine Tasting
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Travel 10 days from Prague to Budapest aboard S.S. Beatrice. Explore Prague landmarks, sail the Danube to Regensburg, Passau, Linz, and Durnstein, and continue to Vienna and Budapest. Walk medieval streets, visit historic cathedrals, meet local families, and sample regional food and wine while discovering Central Europe’s history and culture.
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Wooden bridge over river in Lucerne
from $9,810
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Swiss Splendors by Train with Romantic Rhine Cruise

Lake Geneva to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Ride trains through Zermatt
  • Stroll Strasbourg’s Petite France
  • Cruise Rhine Gorge Castles
  • Glide Amsterdam’s Iconic Canals
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Lucerne / Amsterdam
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Experience a 15-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista. Travel by train through Zermatt, Interlaken, and Lucerne before boarding your ship in Basel. Cruise along the Rhine, exploring the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Experience mountain views, historic towns, and canal-lined streets.
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Cruise the Rhine through Cologne
from $4,330
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Romantic Rhine: Amsterdam to Basel

Southbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Join a Black Forest excursion
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Tour Mechanical Musical Museum
  • Enjoy a bike ride in Cologne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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From the cultural powerhouse of Amsterdam to the storybook village of Rüdesheim, the Romantic Rhine mesmerizes in its spectacular beauty. Come see the dramatic Rhine Gorge and explore Cologne’s famed cathedral during this 8-day cruise aboard the Avalon Vista.
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Bridge in Lucerne Switzerland
from $9,770
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Spectacular Switzerland with Romantic Rhine

Zurich to Amsterdam - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista
  • Excursion to Jungfrau Mountain
  • Visit Geneva’s Reformation Park
  • Sail through the Rhine Gorge
  • Cruise through Amsterdam’s canals
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Zurich / Amsterdam
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Travel from Zurich to Amsterdam on a 16-day journey combining Swiss guided tours with a river cruise aboard Avalon Vista. Explore Switzerland with visits to Geneva, Lucerne, & Grindelwald before embarking in Basel. Sail through the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, & the scenic Rhine Gorge, then explore Cologne before concluding in Amsterdam.
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St. Stephen's Church, Prague
from $5,124
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Romantic Danube

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard 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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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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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $2,199
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Danube Waltz

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Walk along Castle Hill
  • Explore the medieval Bratislva
  • Visit the Viennese Opera House
  • Discover the Abbey of Göttweig
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Budapest / Passau
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View the beauty of five different European countries and explore lesser-known Central European cities like Bratislava and Passau during this 8-day Danube River cruise with Viking River Cruises.
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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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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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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,599
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
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Budapest / Passau
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Christmas Market Visits
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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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Morning view on Bratislava city
from $7,699
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Grand Danube Cruise - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Giurgiu - 15 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella
  • Stroll Vilshofen’s charming streets
  • Cruise Passau’s scenic rivers
  • Explore Linz’s cultural mile
  • Tour Belgrade’s ancient fortress
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Vilshofen / Giurgiu
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Festival Visits
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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany. Explore historic capitals, medieval frescoes, and vibrant traditions while savoring Eastern Europe’s rich heritage.
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