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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
from $4,449
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Enjoy Bratislava's unique charm
  • Admire the beautiful Wachau Valley
  • Hike up to Veste Oberhaus Fortress
  • Discover medieval Regensburg
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On this unforgettable 8-day cruise, embark in Budapest, Hungary, and make your way to the charming city of Nuremberg on the MS Amasonata. Visit some of the most important sites of the region (including Gothic & Baroque cathedrals, the Oberhaus Fortress, and others) and bike through the spectacular scenery of the Danube Valley.
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Golden sunset lights the famous Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest
from $4,830
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The Legendary Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Explore medieval architecture
  • Stroll Vienna’s imperial landmarks
  • Enjoy the tour of Roth
  • See the city of Budapest
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest on an 8-day Danube River cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II, visiting Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, and Vienna. Explore medieval landmarks, imperial palaces, scenic valleys, and vibrant cultural treasures along the way.
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Hungary's Parliament building in Budapest
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Balkan Discovery

Budapest to Oltenita - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Passion
  • Guided tour of Vukovar Heritage
  • Visit Ilok Wine Cellar
  • Tour Novi Sad City
  • Sightseeing Excursion in Belgrade
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Budapest / Oltenita
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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Oltenita aboard Avalon Passion. Explore Vukovar, Ilok, Novi Sad, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, and Rousse. Enjoy guided walking, city, and bike tours, local wine and beer tastings, historic fortresses, cultural sites, and scenic river views.
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
from $6,479
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Christmastime on the Legendary Danube

Nuremberg to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Walk Passau's narrow streets
  • Visit Austria's Melk Abbey
  • See Vienna's gilded landmarks
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Christmas Market Visits, Village Visits
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Join an 8-day Christmastime on the Legendary Danube cruise on the Avalon Panorama, sailing from Nuremberg to Budapest to visit historic Christmas markets in Germany, Austria, and Hungary. You explore Regensburg, Passau, Melk, and Vienna, enjoying holiday treats, medieval architecture, and winter landscapes along the river.
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Explore castle ruins outside beautiful Bratislava
from $3,946
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From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (Port-to-port cruise)

Oltenita to Vienna - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit Bucharest’s landmarks
  • Join a guided tour in Constanta
  • Tour Ruse Renaissance architecture
  • Discover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
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Oltenita / Vienna
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Embark on a 12-day Danube River cruise aboard MS Vivaldi, starting in Romania and ending in Austria. Visit Constanta, Bucharest, Ruse, Belgrade, Novi Sad, Mohacs, Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Experience guided city tours, folklore evenings, cultural excursions, and scenic cruising through the Iron Gates gorge.
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Stroll through the romantic streets of Amsterdam
from $8,559
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Magnificent Europe - Cruise Only

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSofia
  • Experience Amsterdam's waterways
  • Tour Cologne cathedral
  • Discover Rudesheim vineyards
  • Hike Wertheim Castle ruins
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Biking, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
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Join a 15-day European river cruise on the MS AmaSofia, sailing through five countries along the Danube, Main, and Rhine rivers. Experience UNESCO World Heritage Sites, regional wine tastings, and guided hiking and biking excursions in Passau and Vienna.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $10,875
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
  • Explore Prague’s Gothic center
  • Discover Terezin’s memorial
  • Travel to Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Uncover Passau’s baroque beauty
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Prague / Budapest
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Join an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Crystal, starting with three nights in Prague to explore iconic sites like the Astronomical Clock. Visit medieval towns and enjoy cultural highlights, ending your journey in Budapest with options for Jewish heritage sites or a charming Danube town.
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Admire the Art Nouveau architecture of Prague
from $11,350
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Explore Prague's Gothic charm
  • Visit Passau's historic beauty
  • Stroll Vienna's imperial elegance
  • Tour Melk's breathtaking abbey
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Prague / Budapest
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Opal, exploring Prague’s Gothic charm, Regensburg’s medieval Old Town, and Vienna’s cultural treasures. Highlights include Melk Abbey, Bratislava’s historic allure, and Budapest’s iconic Danube views.
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Prague City and the Charles Bridge at Sunset
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Discover Prague Castle grandeur
  • Uncover Passau’s Old Town
  • Wander Linz’s vibrant streets
  • Tour Melk Abbey’s opulent halls
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Prague / Budapest
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Experience an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Amber, exploring iconic landmarks and cultural gems. Enjoy tailored excursions, delightful wine tastings, and picturesque stops in cities like Vienna and Bratislava before concluding your journey in vibrant Budapest.
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Visit charming Passau
from $8,560
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Classic Prague & Danube Delights

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Visit the Gothic St Vitus Cathedral
  • Tour the city of Regensburg
  • Explore the town of Passau
  • Ride a bike from Melk to Durnstein
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Prague / Budapest
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Join an 11-day cruise on the Emerald Star, starting with a 3-night stay in Prague followed by an 8-day journey along the Danube. Discover four capital cities and the stunning Wachau Valley while exploring charming towns like Passau and Melk.
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
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Prague & Danube Explorer

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Explore Prague’s medieval treasures
  • Visit Bavarian farmsteads
  • Tour Melk Abbey’s grand halls
  • Experience Vienna’s grandeur
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Prague / Budapest
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Set sail on an 11-day river cruise aboard the Emerald Luna, exploring historic Prague and the scenic Wachau Valley. Experience Vienna's grandeur and end your journey in vibrant Budapest, where history blends with modern culture.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $4,349
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSonata
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Tour Vienna by Night
  • Explore Melk Abbey
  • Take a guided bike ride
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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.
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