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Experience the magic of the Danube River on one of these 96 River Cruises visiting Budapest in 2026 with Adventure Life. Navigate the iconic Danube River, immersing yourself in the luxury and cultural richness of this historical city. Discover the beauty of Budapest's architecture as you sail past stunning landmarks, indulge in delicious food & wine experiences, and explore the vibrant local markets. Take advantage of opportunities for wildlife viewing along the riverbanks and enjoy the convenience of scheduled group tours to archaeological sites and urban exploration hotspots. Whether you're interested in hiking, wine tasting, or simply relaxing on small ship cruises, Budapest has something for everyone. Don't miss out on this exceptional journey - contact one of our river cruise experts for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
from $1,444
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Capital Cities along Danube

Vienna Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Admire local architecture
  • Enjoy an Austrian-themed dinner
  • Discover charming Bratislava
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Vienna / Vienna
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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.
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Vienna Opera House, Austria
from $1,389
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Taking in 3 countries: The Danube and its traditions

Vienna Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit the Schönbrunn Palace
  • Explore Bratislava's baroque charm
  • Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace
  • Explore the city of Budapest
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Vienna / Vienna
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Cruise along Danube River on this 5-day cruise aboard MS Vivaldi and explore the enchanting Christmas Markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest!
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Discover the architecture and history of Budapest
from $9,790
OBC
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Budapest - Passau - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Join a tour around Budapest
  • Walk to the city of Regensburg
  • Explore the architectures in Passau
  • Drive and walk around Vienna
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Budapest / Passau
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Join a 10-day river cruise on the Emerald Star to explore the Danube's rich culture and history, with highlights including an extended stay in Budapest and visits to UNESCO World Heritage sites. Experience authentic regional cuisine and entertainment while discovering historic cities and connecting with local communities.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,449
$2500
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Best of the Danube - Cruise Only

Roundtrip Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
  • Explore Bratislava’s medieval charm
  • Marvel at Wachau Valley’s scenery
  • Discover Melk’s rich history
  • Wander Linz’s vibrant streets
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Budapest / Budapest
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Sail the Danube on this 8-day cruise aboard MS Amareina, exploring imperial capitals, UNESCO treasures, and architectural gems. Discover Vienna, Bratislava, and Salzburg, where history, music, and Old-World charm come to life.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $2,362
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New Year on The Danube: Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava

Vienna Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace
  • Explore Bratislava's baroque charm
  • Tour in the city of Budapest
  • Enjoy New Year's Eve dinner
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Vienna / Vienna
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Cruise along Danube River on this 6-day cruise aboard MS Vivaldi and explore the enchanting markets in Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and see the Puzsta Plains in Hungary.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $10,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Budapest’s vibrant markets
  • Discover Bratislava medieval charm
  • Visit Vienna’s Schonbrunn Palace
  • Tour Melk’s grand abbey
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Budapest / Regensburg
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Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, where you can experience enchanting Christmas markets along the Danube River. Enjoy exclusive events, such as a private concert at the historic Palais Liechtenstein, while soaking in Central Europe's rich history and festive spirit.
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $5,734
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Melodies of the Danube

Budapest - Prague - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Discover Budapest's iconic charm
  • Explore Bratislava's regal beauty
  • Wander Vienna's historic splendor
  • Marvel at Passau’s architecture
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Budapest / Prague
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Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella and explore Prague’s wonders. Visit Prague Castle, stroll across Charles Bridge, and discover the UNESCO-listed Old Town or hike through its historic charm.
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Visit charming Passau
from $3,749
EBD $4000
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
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Admire beautiful evening lights of Vienna
from $3,699
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Delightful Danube

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Explore Budapest’s Jewish Quarter
  • Walk Vienna’s Historic Streets
  • Visit Wachau Saffron Farm
  • Bike from Engelhartszell to Passau
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Budapest / Regensburg
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Local Market Visits
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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Regensburg aboard S.S. Beatrice. Discover the charm of Central Europe through walking tours, Jewish heritage excursions, gourmet tastings, and castle visits. Explore Vienna, Durnstein, Passau, & Regensburg while enjoying local culture, historic architecture, & scenic riverside landscapes.
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Explore Vienna's beautiful gardens while touring through Europe
from $8,190
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Budapest market
  • Stroll Bratislava Old Town
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Enjoy a tour to Melk Abbey
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Budapest / Munich
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Experience an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring iconic cities along the Danube River. Discover Budapest's history, Vienna's architecture, and Melk Abbey, with guided tours and time for exploration.
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Admire the artistry of Linz
from $3,849
EBD $4000
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

Budapest - Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
  • Explore Budapest’s vibrant charm
  • Hike Bratislava Castle’s path
  • Admire Vienna’s regal landmarks
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque beauty
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Festival Visits
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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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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $4,230
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Danube Dreams (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore Budapest’s Heroes Square
  • Walk Bratislava’s Old Town
  • Marvel at Melk Abbey
  • See Passau’s three rivers
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Biking, Hiking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Experience an 8-day Danube River cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Budapest’s grand landmarks, Bratislava’s Old Town, Vienna’s imperial treasures, and the Wachau Valley’s vineyards and abbeys. Explore Linz, Salzburg, or Cesky Krumlov, and witness Passau where three rivers meet, before ending in charming Vilshofen.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $2,199
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Danube Waltz

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Walk along Castle Hill
  • Explore the medieval Bratislva
  • Visit the Viennese Opera House
  • Discover the Abbey of Göttweig
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Budapest / Passau
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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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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $3,164
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Danube Symphony (Westbound)

Budapest to Vilshofen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Expression
  • Bike Vienna’s scenic Danube
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
  • Visit St. Florian Monastery
  • Tour Schönbrunn Palace grandeur
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Experience the Danube Symphony westbound on a 6-day Avalon Expression river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Explore Vienna, Bratislava, Krems, Wachau Valley, Ybbs, and Linz with guided sightseeing, biking, wine tasting, pastries, castles, and cultural landmarks along the way.
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Romania's iconic Bran Castle "Dracula's Castle"
from $4,449
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Admire Rousse's architecture
  • Learn of the region's rich history
  • Enjoy culinary and wine excursions
  • Tour European cities and villages
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Arrive in Budapest and embark the Amamagna for your 8-day Danube River cruise. Traverse the dramatic narrow gorge known as the Iron Gates, then cruise along the Romanian-Bulgarian border. Visit Mohacs before disembarking in Giurgiu. Culture, history, magnificent architecture and stunning landscapes highlight this cruise.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,599
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
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Budapest / Passau
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Christmas Market Visits
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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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Bratislava
from $3,749
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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
  • See UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Taste local wines & specialities
  • Choose from optional excursions
  • Explore Linz
  • Take a tour of Vienna
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Cruise eastern Europe on this 8-day itinerary along the romantic Danube from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amasonata, stopping in cities like Passau, Linz, and Vienna en route. You will see breathtaking architecture, beautiful natural landscapes, and taste some of the most savory flavors and wines that Europe has to offer.
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Visit the ornately decorated Melk Abbey
from $2,481
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The Beautiful Blue Danube

Vienna Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Explore Melk Abbey
  • Cruise Wachau Valley
  • Hike Little Carpathians
  • Enjoy a guided Bratislava city tour
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Vienna / Vienna
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Embark on an 8-day The Beautiful Blue Danube cruise, aboard MS Vivaldi, and explore Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Visit Melk Abbey, hike in Bratislava, watch a horse show in Kalocsa, and tour iconic sites in Budapest. Choose from guided tours or active experiences throughout the journey.
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