10 Best Hungary Cruises for 2021

Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen
8 Days from $3,199

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

Budapest to Passau
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.

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.

The Romantic Danube

Munich to Budapest
9 Days from $4,149

Tour the historic majesty of eastern Europe on this 9-day Danube River cruise aboard the MS Amamagna, starting in Munich, Germany, 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 $9,798

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 $9,699

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: Vilshofen to Vienna

Vilshofen 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.

The Pearl Of The Danube And The Iron Gates Pass

Budapest Roundtrip
8 Days from $2,578

Board the MS France on an 8-day cruise and see the biggest river parade in Europe: the Iron Gates, on the border of Romania and Serbia.

Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Hungary

Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube and the Iron Gates

Budapest Roundtrip
8 Days from $2,478

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

Budapest to Budapest
8 Days from $2,863

This 8-day cruise aboard 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.

Luxury Hungary Cruises down the Danube

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Gems of the Danube with Prague	$3745	11	Oct 14, 2020	It’s hardly surprising that one of Europe’s longest waterways has so many wonderful attractions along its banks. Enjoy this 11-day luxury cruise … 0
Gems of Southeast Europe	$5099	14	Oct 2, 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 … 0
Grand Europe: Amsterdam to Budapest	$9699	17	Oct 5, 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 … 0
Timeless Traditions: Vilshofen 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 … 0
Delightful Danube: Budapest to Vienna	$5799	8	Oct 9, 2020	The Wachau Valley enchants with the abbey of Melk and the charms of Linz, while overnights in the regal powerhouses of Vienna and Budapest put … 0
Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only	$2799	8	Sep 20, 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 … 0

Deals for Hungary Cruises

Trip Name	Save	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Delightful Danube: Budapest to Regensburg	Savings	$3799	8	Mar 27, 2021	Get aboard the Crystal Mahler and start your adventure! From Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and Regensburg’s UNESCO treasures to Vienna’s famed … 0
Grand Europe: Budapest to Amsterdam	Savings	$12899	17	May 22, 2021	There is a place where luxury is comfortable, where simplicity is elegant, and where supreme indulgence creates a sense of well-being. Board the … 0
Grand Europe: Amsterdam to Budapest	Savings	$9699	17	Oct 5, 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 … 0
Danube Serenade: Budapest to Vienna	Savings	$7998	8	Oct 21, 2020	The Wachau Valley enchants with the abbey of Melk and the charms of Linz, while overnights in the regal powerhouses of Vienna and Budapest put … 0
Treasures of The Danube: Vienna Roundtrip	Savings	$10498	11	Dec 24, 2022	Napoleon declared it “Queen of Europe’s Rivers” and with a mesmerizing beauty, the mighty Danube is regal and enchanting. Cruise the Wachau … 0
Danube Serenade: Vienna to Budapest	Savings	$7998	8	Nov 25, 2020	Sail the magnificent Danube to witness the beauty of the Wachau Valley and discover such treasures as the Benedictine abbey perched atop the city of … 0
Festive Danube: Vienna to Budapest	Savings	$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, … 0
Delightful Danube: Budapest to Vienna	Savings	$5799	8	Oct 9, 2020	The Wachau Valley enchants with the abbey of Melk and the charms of Linz, while overnights in the regal powerhouses of Vienna and Budapest put … 0

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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.