Top Budapest Tours & Cruises in 2025

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Danube Christmas Delights

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

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Budapest / Passau

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Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, 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.

• Wander through Bratislava
• Taste Linz's famous Linzer Torte
• Explore Christkindlmarkt
• Discover Passau's history

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from $4,599

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Highlights of Eastern Europe

Budapest - Bucharest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess

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Budapest / Bucharest

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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.

• Discover Belgrade
• Explore Budapest
• Visit Croatia's Vučedol Museum
• Marvel at Vidin

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from $4,239

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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

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Sail down the Danube River through Europe on this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Experience the different cultures, customs, and history as you travel through Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, and Germany. Explore castles and cathedrals, go wine tasting, tour medieval towns, and more on this European cruise.

• Visit the historic Buda Castle
• Walk through Bratislava
• Enjoy a wine & music evening
• Sample food & beer in Vilshofen

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from $3,939

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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Sail from Vilshofen to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Amalea. Choose guided walking tours, scenic hikes, and bike rides through the Wachau Valley. Visit Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov and discover historic landmarks across Central Europe.

• Celebrate Oktoberfest in Vilshofen
• Salzburg day trip option
• Tour Cesky Krumlov castle
• Explore Vienna's historic streets

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from $3,639

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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

Budapest - Giurgiu - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde

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Budapest / Giurgiu

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Giurgiu aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic lower Danube. Discover ancient fortresses and charming towns, and enjoy local wines while immersed in Eastern Europe's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes.

• Visit Baba Vida fortress in Vidin
• Uncover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
• Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
• Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark

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from $4,109

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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

Starts / Ends

Vilshofen / Budapest

Activities

Wine Tasting, Village Visits, Land & Sea Exploration

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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest. Discover historic towns, including Passau, Vienna, and Bratislava. Explore castles, hike nature trails, or cycle through stunning landscapes. Enjoy guided tours of cultural landmarks, vibrant cities, and breathtaking river views aboard a luxurious Avalon ship.

• Hike Passau scenic trails
• Stroll Vienna gilded landmarks
• Discover Melk ornate abbey
• Explore the city of Passau

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from $4,239

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Legendary Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

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Board the luxurious MS Amasonata on this exclusive 8-day cruise of the Danube River. From Nuremberg, you will sail through Germany and Austria before arriving in the vibrant city of Budapest, Hungary. Ride bicycles along the Danube on daily guided tours and taste fine wines from the Wachau wine region in Austria.

• Enjoy traditional Bavarian delights
• Bike along the Danube River
• Visit Melk's Benedictine Abbey
• Discover the elegant city of Vienna

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from $4,139

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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde

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Budapest / Nuremberg

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring festive Christmas Markets in stunning cities and charming towns. Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and tastes, from handcrafted treasures to delightful holiday treats.

• Discover Budapest’s festive charm
• Hike Budapest’s scenic Castle Hill
• Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
• Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow

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from $5,114

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Christmas Markets on the Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

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Prague / Budapest

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Board the MS Amabella for this unique 11-day adventure visiting some of Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets on the scenic Danube River route from Nuremberg to Budapest. Spend 2 nights in Prague, Czech Republic before departing toward historic German towns like Regensburg and Passau, and Austrian towns of Melk and Vienna.

• Explore the charming city of Prague
• Visit the largest Christmas Market
• Walk across historical Passau
• Take a guided biking tour of Vienna

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from $8,190

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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

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Budapest / Munich

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Experience an 8-day Danube river cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring four countries rich in history and culture. Guided tours reveal the architectural marvels and imperial heritage of Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany.

• Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
• Tour Bratislava’s Old Town
• Admire Vienna’s artistic heritage
• Walk Regensburg’s medieval lanes

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from $7,590

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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

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Budapest / Passau

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Enjoy an 8-day Danube cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Star, exploring rich cultural landmarks. From Budapest's grand architecture to Vienna's imperial Ringstrasse and Melk Abbey, experience immersive tours and regional flavors along the way.

• Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
• Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
• Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
• Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls

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from $8,190

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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

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Munich / Budapest

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.

• Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
• Explore Passau’s old town
• Visit Gottweig Abbey
• Discover Vienna’s art legacy

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from $4,339

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Magna on the Danube - Cruise only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest 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.

• Explore Passau
• Discover Salzburg
• Experience Melk Abbey
• Visit Vienna

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from $7,090

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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

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Munich / Budapest

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Explore and sail along the second longest river in the continent on this 8-day Danube Delights Cruise from Munich to Budapest aboard the Emerald Luna. It will take travelers on an adventure from Eastern to Western Europe and vice versa.

• Walk to the city of Regensburg
• Explore the architectures in Passau
• Hike around the Bratislava Castle
• Drive and walk around Vienna

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from $3,899

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Enchanting Danube

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

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Budapest / Passau

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Urban Exploration

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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.

• 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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from $2,499

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Romantic Danube

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

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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.

• 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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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest on the MS Amaverde, exploring timeless cities like Vienna and Bratislava. Discover stunning landscapes, grand abbeys, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites that embody the rich heritage of Old World Europe.

• Explore charming Vilshofen town
• Visit Salzburg's historic center
• Wander through Linz's old city
• Tour magnificent Melk Abbey

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from $4,039

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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina

Starts / Ends

Vilshofen / Budapest

Activities

Hiking, Biking, Festival Visits

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Sail aboard the MS Amareina for an 8-day river cruise through Europe’s heart, where empires rose and legends like Mozart thrived. Explore timeless cities, hilltop fortresses, and UNESCO treasures along the romantic Danube.

• Explore Vilshofen’s charming street
• Discover Passau’s picturesque hills
• Tour Linz’s cultural landmarks
• Hike Durnstein’s historic trails

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