In the heart of eastern Europe, Hungary is a major cultural highlight on many of our Danube River cruises. Along the way, you will witness the country's distinct architecture and get a taste for the paprika-seasoned flavors of Hungary. In Budapest, you will visit the massive Baroque castle Gödöllö Palace and perhaps stroll the charming streets; other stops our cruises visit are historic Mohacs & Esztergom and the untamed grasslands of Puszta. While in Hungary, you will have opportunities to explore the cities on bike or on foot during day excursions, and you will enjoy the scenic countryside as you cruise down the Danube towards Austria, Serbia, Romania, and Slovakia. Contact us to get started planning your trip to Hungary today.!

10 Best Hungary Cruises for 2020

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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen
8 Days from $3,099

Enjoy a 7-night wine-themed Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS AmaMagna, 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.

The Beautiful Blue Danube

6 Days from $2,314

The MS Vivaldi hosts this 6-day Danube River cruise. Experience central Europe by traveling to its small towns & vibrant cities like Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, and Passau. Sightseeing and hiking through the Carpathian Mountains highlight this tour.

A building ruin amongst a green Slovakia landscape.

The Former Austro-Hungarian Empire (Hiking Cruise)

8 Days from $2,431

Hike the enchanting Carpathian Mountains around Bratislava, Budapest, and Vienna on this incredible 8-day hiking cruise on the MS Beethoven. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, Baroque architecture, and breathtaking views across this region, recognized for its incredible natural beauty, especially in towns like Esztergom, Kalocsa, and Melk.

Christmas Markets on the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,399

Enjoy a 7-night cruise from Budapest, to Vilshofen, on the new Amamagna rivership through Europe's most popular Christmas Markets. Sail up the Danube starting in Budapest then to Vienna, Krems, Weissenkirchen, the Wachau Valley, Melk and Linz in Austria. Then culminate your Christmas river cruise experience in Passau and Vilshofen Germany.

Danube Serenade-6-Night: Vienna to Budapest

Vienna to Budapest
7 Days from $10,798

Sail the fascinating Danube to discover the beauty of the Wachau Valley and view such treasures as Bratislava's St. Martin's Cathedral and the Benedictine abbey perched atop the city of Melk, former coronation church for Hungary's royalty.

The Romantic Danube

Munich to Budapest
9 Days from $3,749

Experience the historic majesty of eastern Europe on this 9-day Danube River cruise aboard the MS Amamagna, starting in Munich, Germany and visiting Vilshofen, Linz, Weissenkirchen, and Vienna on the way to Budapest. Savor the wines of the Wachau Valley, bike along the quiet Danube, and witness impressive architecture dating back thousands of years.

The Grand Danube

Prague to Bucharest
22 Days from $9,468

Spend 3 nights in the spectacular city of Prague, followed by a 14-night cruise from Vilshofen to Giurgiu, ending with wonderful 2 nights in Brasov and 2 nights in Bucharest.

Grand Europe: Amsterdam to Budapest

Amsterdam to Budapest
17 Days from $17,798

Inspired by the dreams of Charlemagne, embark on the grandest of voyages to explore the Rhine, Main and Danube, and discover the capital cities and quaint villages of the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary.

Timeless Traditions: Regensburg to Vienna

Regensburg to Vienna
13 Days from $14,098

Enjoy a year-end cruise exploring the ancient cobbled streets of Passau, Bratislava’s ancient medieval castle and charming villages along the Danube. Ring in the New Year in magical Vienna, Austria’s musical and cultural hub.

Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube and the Iron Gates

Budapest Roundtrip
8 Days from $2,441

This 8-day cruise aboard the MS L'Europe starts and ends in artistic Budapest. As you sail the Danube, enjoy daily land expeditions to the medieval towns, historical monuments and towering castles that highlight Hungary, Romania, and Serbia, including passing through the legendary Iron Gates and visiting cities like Belgrade, Novi Sad, and Mohacs.

Luxury Hungary Cruises Down The Danube

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Danube Serenade-6-Night: Vienna to Budapest	$10798	7	Sep 13, 2020	Sail the fascinating Danube to discover the beauty of the Wachau Valley and view such treasures as Bratislava's St. Martin's Cathedral and the …
Grand Europe: Amsterdam to Budapest	$17798	17	Jun 1, 2020	Inspired by the dreams of Charlemagne, embark on the grandest of voyages to explore the Rhine, Main and Danube, and discover the capital cities and …
Timeless Traditions: Regensburg to Vienna	$14098	13	Dec 21, 2020	Enjoy a year-end cruise exploring the ancient cobbled streets of Passau, Bratislava’s ancient medieval castle and charming villages along the …
Gems of Southeast Europe	$4599	14	Mar 20, 2020	Fall in love with Southeast Europe and the Danube River on this exclusive 14-day adventure. Start with two nights in historic Vienna, followed by a …
Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only	$3299	8	Jun 14, 2020	Discover the melodies of the Danube River on this 8-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS Amaprima.
Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only	$2999	8	Apr 5, 2020	Embark the luxury ship MS Amacerto for a fascinating 8-day cruise along the Danube River from Budapest to Vilshofen, enjoying wine tastings from the …

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

Cruising Europe Christmas Markets

Explore the enchanting Christmas Markets throughout Germany, Austria and Hungary on your Europe river cruise. Drink hot mulled wine as you meander through these traditional street markets. This is sure to be a charming, festive way to spend the holiday.

Highlights of Hungary
As you cruise along the meandering Danube River through the Hungarian countryside, a few of the major destinations you will come across include:

Budapest – the cultural gem and capital city of Hungary, where you'll see the Baroque Gödöllö Palace, Gellert Baths, Margaret Island, Castle Hill, and other sites.
Mohacs – home to over 500 years of history, including one of the most important battles in the history of central Europe.
Esztergom – home to the Basilica of Esztergom, which is the country's largest religious building and a hallmark in classical architecture.
Puszta – these expansive grasslands were like the "wild west" of Hungary during the 19th century.

While the scenic and historic beauty of Hungary is enough to make this an exciting cruise destination alone, you'll have plenty of opportunities to experience the country in more active ways, including hiking, biking, and many options for walking tours of each city and its major sites.