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Christmas Market Square at night
from $6,399
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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
  • Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
  • Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
  • Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
  • Warm up with mulled wine tasting
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Passau / Budapest
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Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.
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Budapest
from $5,834
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Melodies of the Danube

13 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Tour Buda Castle in Budapest
  • Experience wine and music in Vienna
  • Take a guided bike tour in Passau
  • Spend 4 days exploring Prague
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Join the MS Amasonata on a fascinating 13-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Conclude your Danube River adventure with a 3-night stay in Prague.
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St. Stephen's Church, Prague
from $5,124
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Romantic Danube

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLea
  • Explore Prague’s castle complex
  • Stroll Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Tour Passau’s historic streets
  • Wander Salzburg’s Old Town
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Prague / Budapest
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Experience the vibrant heart of Europe on an 11-day cruise along the Danube River aboard the MS Amalea, with stops in historic cities like Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Discover rich cultural heritage, breathtaking architecture, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites while tracing the paths of legendary composers like Mozart and Beethoven.
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Gorgeous evening view of Prague
from $5,324
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Romantic Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella
  • Explore Prague's historic treasures
  • Discover Regensburg medieval charm
  • Hike Passau's scenic hills
  • Marvel Vienna's imperial elegance
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Prague / Budapest
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Festival Visits
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Embark on an 11-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella with Prague, exploring Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest. Discover Salzburg, Cesky Krumlov, and iconic UNESCO sites along the Danube’s romantic shores.
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Discover the gorgeous architecture of Budapest
from $8,395
Up to 40%
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Jewels of Europe

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Jasper
  • Tour Budapest thermal baths
  • Wander Durnstein vineyards
  • Walk Passau St. Stephens Cathedral
  • Explore Regensburg medieval center
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
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Embark on a 15-day cruise along Europe's historic Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, exploring charming towns, vineyards, and WWII sites aboard Scenic Jasper. Enjoy local cuisine, classical concerts in historic venues, and authentic interactions with residents for an immersive experience.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $3,249
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Enchanting Danube

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Kunstkammer Vienna Private Viewing
  • 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Private Mozart and Strauss concert
  • Visit the Melk Abbey
  • Explore Dürnstein wine village
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Budapest / Passau
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Embark on a captivating 8-day Enchanting Danube Cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Visit Bratislava to explore historic squares or hike to the castle. Discover the scenic Wachau Valley with wine tastings, saffron talks, or bike rides between Dürnstein and Melk. Savor local flavors and learn history at every stop.
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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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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $2,799
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Danube Christmas Delights

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking
  • Wander through Bratislava
  • Taste Linz's famous Linzer Torte
  • Explore Christkindlmarkt
  • Discover Passau's history
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Budapest / Passau
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Christmas Market Visits
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Embark on an 8-day Danube Christmas Delights cruise aboard Viking Cruises. Explore Budapest's art nouveau beauty and Christmas markets. Experience winter wonderlands in Bratislava and Vienna. Sail through Wachau Valley's vineyards. Discover Linz's baroque charm and enjoy Linzer Torte. Explore Passau's history at the river confluence.
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Admire the artistry of Linz
from $4,030
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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Hike Passau scenic trails
  • Stroll Vienna gilded landmarks
  • Discover Melk ornate abbey
  • Explore the city of Passau
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Sail the Danube on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard Avalon Impression. Discover Passau, Vienna and Bratislava while exploring castles, hiking or cycling scenic landscapes, and enjoying guided cultural tours and breathtaking river views.
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Town in eastern Europe
from $4,399
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Highlights of Eastern Europe

Budapest - Bucharest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Discover Belgrade
  • Explore Budapest
  • Visit Croatia's Vučedol Museum
  • Marvel at Vidin
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Budapest / Bucharest
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Wildlife Viewing
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Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the River Duchess, discovering hidden gems, rich cultures, and stunning landscapes in Eastern Europe. Perfect for explorers.
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Explore the Bulgarian city of Veliko Tarnovo
from $6,145
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Eastern Europe & Balkans Unveiled

Budapest - Bucharest - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Visit Mohacs historic battlefield
  • Wander Vukovar The Hero Town
  • Walk Osijek grand Baroque buildings
  • Explore Bucharest Ceausescu Palace
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Budapest / Bucharest
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Experience a 9-day Lower Danube River cruise on the Scenic Amber, from Budapest to Romania, exploring charming historical towns and stunning Balkan landscapes. Engage with locals, savor home-cooked meals, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Eastern Europe.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $2,952
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Along the river Danube, Budapestand the Balkan Peninsula

Budapest to Oltenita - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe
  • Join Osijek, Croatia guided tour
  • Novi Sad sightseeing
  • Sail the Iron Gates gorge
  • Explore Bucharest Village Museum
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Budapest / Oltenita
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Biking
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Set sail on a 9-day Danube River cruise aboard MS L'Europe from Budapest to the Black Sea on a cruise through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Explore Belgrade, Bucharest, Constanta, Veliko Tarnovo, and Novi Sad. Cruise the Iron Gates gorge, experience Balkan culture, taste Romanian wines, and discover Eastern Europe’s history.
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