Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market

Magna on the Danube - Christmas Markets

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaRudi

Explore Budapest historic landmarks
Discover Bratislava Old Town
Experience Dürnstein Baroque charm
Discover Passau Christmas Markets

Starts / Ends: Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities: Biking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting, Christmas Market Visits
Activity Level: Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaRudi. Explore imperial cities, charming towns, and festive holiday markets along the way.

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from $7,259

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaStella

Enjoy Europe's Christmas markets
Discover Strasbourgs charm
Marvel at Basels historic sites
Explore Lucerne's festive markets

Activity Level: Variable

Sail the Rhine on a 14-day holiday cruise with stays in Amsterdam, Lucerne, and Zurich aboard the MS Amastella. Stroll Europe’s most enchanting Christmas Markets, from Cologne’s Gothic backdrop to Strasbourg’s festive charm and Gengenbach’s giant Advent calendar.

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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

Starts / Ends: Budapest / Passau
Activity Level: Variable

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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Explore the charming Austrian town of Linz

from $4,249

Free Land

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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella

Discover Passau’s historic allure
Admire Linz’s cultural vibrance
Experience Vienna’s elegance
Stroll Bratislava’s regal streets

Starts / Ends: Vilshofen / Budapest
Activity Level: Variable

Sail the Danube on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amabella. Explore timeless cities, majestic abbeys, and UNESCO sites, discovering the romance and history of Old World Europe.

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from $4,349

Free Land

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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

Budapest - Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVerde

Explore Budapest’s vibrant charm
Hike Bratislava Castle’s path
Admire Vienna’s regal landmarks
Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque beauty

Starts / Ends: Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities: Festival Visits
Activity Level: Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring the enchanting Danube River. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture in Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna, and enjoy the musical beauty of Salzburg and the scenic Strudengau Valley.

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from $3,779

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Danube Symphony (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression

Explore Linz historic sites
Cruise scenic Wachau Valley
Stroll Bratislava Old Town
Taste Wachau Valley wines

Starts / Ends: Vilshofen / Budapest
Activities: Village Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level: Variable

Board Avalon Expression for an 8-day Danube River cruise from Germany to Hungary. Visit Linz, Vienna, and Bratislava, sail through the Wachau Valley, and enjoy optional experiences such as a Linzer Torte cooking class, wine tasting, or a guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace before ending in Budapest.

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from $5,834

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Iconic Christmas Markets

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLea

Visit The Great Synagogue
Explore Rathaus
Take a guided bike ride
Sample Bavaria’s specialties

Activity Level: Variable

Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure. Start your journey with 2 nights in Budapest, followed by a 7-night cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg & finishing with 3 nights in Prague.

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from $5,834

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Iconic Christmas Markets

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata

Visit the Great Synagogue
Tour the vibrant Great Market Hall
Travel through the Austrian Alps
Explore Prague’s Christmas Markets

Activity Level: Variable

Start your 13-day journey with 2 nights in Budapest, followed by a 7-night cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg & ending with 3 nights in Prague. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasonata.

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from $6,034

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Iconic Christmas Markets

Budapest - Prague - 13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVerde

Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow
Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
Walk Passau’s historic old town
Bike through Melk’s serene paths

Starts / Ends: Budapest / Prague
Activities: Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level: Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise with stays in Budapest and Prague aboard the MS Amaverde. Experience enchanting Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handcrafted treasures, seasonal delights, and a warm holiday spirit.

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from $7,699

Free Land

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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

Starts / Ends: Vilshofen / Giurgiu
Activities: Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level: Variable

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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from $7,799

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Grand Danube Cruise - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Giurgiu - 15 Day Itinerary aboard AmaVerde

Discover Vilshofen’s festive charm
Explore Passau’s Gothic treasures
Cruise Wachau’s scenic vineyards
Stroll Salzburg’s historic squares

Starts / Ends: Vilshofen / Giurgiu
Activity Level: Variable

Embark on a 15-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Giurgiu aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and more along the iconic Danube. Discover ancient churches, vibrant cultures, and the historical legacies of grand capitals like Budapest and Vienna.

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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

Starts / Ends: Prague / Budapest
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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