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Morning light in Budapest
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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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Ship's Christmas Decorations
from $5,945
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Discover Bratislava potato dumpling
  • Wander Vienna Christmas markets
  • Admire Melk Abbey Church
  • Walk Linz St. Florian Monastery
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Budapest / Munich
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Urban Exploration, Christmas Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Cooking Classes
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Scenic Opal, exploring Europe's festive traditions and charming holiday markets in towns like Passau and Vienna. Enjoy cooking classes, bike rides through wine regions, and an exclusive classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein.
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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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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $6,034
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Blue Danube Discovery

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Admire charming Budapest
  • Enjoy unique Hungarian traditions
  • Discover Vienna's Imperial Palace
  • Taste Dürnstein’s unique wine
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Discover the Danube River on this unique 13-day exploration of Europe. Start with 2 nights in historical Budapest, followed by an unforgettable 7-night Danube River cruise to Nuremberg, concluding with 3 nights in the charming city of Prague. A flexible itinerary with plenty of daily tour options allows you to design your own trip.
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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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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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Hiking, Biking, Local Market Visits
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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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Wooden bridge over river in Lucerne
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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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Historic old town Strasbourg
from $10,402
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Timeless Rivers of Europe: the Rhine and Seine

Basel to Paris - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II
  • Tour Monet's home in Giverny
  • See Normandy landing beaches
  • Walk Rouen's medieval quarter
  • Experience the heart of Paris
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Basel / Paris
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Travel for 15 days from Basel to Paris aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Discover the Black Forest, sail the dramatic Rhine Gorge, and explore Amsterdam. Transfer to Paris to cruise the Seine, visiting Monet's Giverny, historic Normandy landing beaches, and Joan of Arc's Rouen before concluding in Paris.
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Sunset over Passau
from $1,999
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Romantic Danube

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • 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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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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Bridge in Lucerne Switzerland
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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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Budapest
from $3,949
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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard 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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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
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
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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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