10 Best Hungary Cruises for 2020

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.

Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,099

Enjoy the Iconic Christmas Markets on this 8-day journey along the Danube River aboard the MS Amasota. Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures.

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.

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.

Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube and the Iron Gates Pass

8 Days from $2,863

This 8-day cruise aboard the MS Vivaldi 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.

Capitals of the Danube

5 Days from $1,151

Board the MS Vivaldi for this 5-day cruise visiting the historic capitals and major cities of Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia along the Danube River. Gothic & Baroque architecture and history are at the center of this tour of the former Austro-Hungarian empire, highlighting monuments, museums, castles, and the art & music that define the region.

The Beautiful Blue Danube

Passau to Budapest
6 Days from $2,106

Experience central Europe by traveling to its small towns and vibrant cities including Passau, Vienna, Melk, and Budapest. Discover the charms and treasures of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary as you pass through the Danube River aboard the MS Symphonie.

The Beautiful Blue Danube

Passau to Budapest
6 Days from $1,878

Sail along the beautiful blue Danube and cross four different countries on this 6-day cruise aboard the MS France. Begin your journey in Germany and sail east through Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Cruise through stunning landscapes and experience the rich culture, art & history of central Europe, in cities like Passau, Melk, Vienna & Esztergom.

The Beautiful Blue Danube

Passau Roundtrip
11 Days from $3,811

Experience a unique and original way to discover the charms and treasures of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Board the MS La Boheme in Passau and cruise along the beautiful blue Danube. Choose from a Classic or Discovery approach and take advantage of the exciting land activities that await you in each port of call

Luxury Hungary Cruises Down The Danube

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
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	$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 …
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.
Festive Danube: Vienna to Budapest	$11898	11	Dec 23, 2020	Sail the historic Danube on an unforgettable year-end voyage combining the charms of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, the ancient medieval center of Linz, …
Dazzling Danube Holiday: Budapest to Regensburg	$13298	12	Dec 22, 2021	Decking the Danube with the joys of the season, the riverside towns of Hungary, Austria and Germany shine on this 12-day journey that features …
Danube Christmas Dreams: Vienna to Budapest	$5100	8	Dec 2, 2019	May all your Christmas dreams come true upon this 8-day Danube River cruise aboard the Crystal Mozart. Sail from historic Vienna through the heart of …

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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.