Best known as the host of legendary Transylvania, Romania is full of charming cities and scenic beauty. The myth & history of Dracula will come alive as you tour the city of Brasov, surrounded by the majestic Carpathian Mountains. Just a short drive from here you will find the ornate Neo-Renaissance Peles Castle at Sinaia. You will then learn why the booming city of Bucharest was nicknamed "Little Paris." And Tulcea is a small hilly town at the entrance to the Danube delta into the Black Sea. Giurgiu, Oltenita, Cernavoda & Fetesti are several other traditional towns our cruises visit. The longer Danube River cruises also sail to Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Romania, Bulgaria, & Serbia, where you will experience European history in active ways like bicycling through the countryside or walking tours of the ancient cities.

10 Best Danube River Cruises to Romania for 2022-2023

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Along the Danube, the Danube Delta, the Balkan Peninsula and Budapest	$2005	9	Aug 31, 2022	On this nine-day voyage onboard MS Vivaldi, sail through Romania, Serbia, Croatia, and Hungary. Navigate the blue Danube River, stopping every day to … 0
From the Black Sea to the Blue Danube (Port-to-port cruise)	$4253	12	Aug 28, 2022	Join the MS L'Europe on this 12-day cultural cruise. Explore some of the most charming and idyllic landscapes from the Black Sea to the Blue Danube. … 0
Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only	$3599	8	Apr 9, 2023	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 … 0
Black Sea Explorer	$5995	11	Sep 25, 2022	Join this 11-day Danube River cruise of Eastern Europe from Bucharest to Budapest aboard the luxury cruise Scenic Opal ship. Along the way, pass … 0
Black Sea Explorer	$4826	9	Oct 5, 2022	This all-inclusive 9-day Danube River cruise aboard the Scenic Pearl travels from Budapest to Bucharest highlighting many of the most important … 0
Black Sea Explorer	$4576	8	Oct 5, 2022	Scenic Pearl hosts this 8-day river cruise of Eastern Europe. Cruise the Danube River towards the Black Sea. With stops in Hungary, Croatia, Romania, … 0
Black Sea Explorer	$5245	9	Sep 19, 2022	From Budapest to Bucharest, take in the fascinating history of Eastern Europe in all-inclusive luxury aboard the Scenic Opal. Cruise through the Iron … 0
Black Sea Explorer	$4995	8	Sep 19, 2022	Board luxurious Scenic Opal to cruise the Danube River through Eastern Europe toward the Black Sea. With stops in Hungary, Croatia, Romania, Serbia, … 0
Highlights of Eastern Europe	$4799	10	Aug 24, 2022	From Budapest to Bucharest, Roman ruins to medieval fortresses, this 10-day Danube River cruise aboard SS Beatrice will reveal the resiliency of the … 0
Gems of Southeast Europe	$4895	14	Sep 17, 2022	Begin your Danube River vacation with two nights in the enchanting city of Budapest, then enjoy a 7-night cruise from Budapest to Giurgiu followed by … 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 Romania
As you tour the ancient land of Romania, known popularly as "Transylvania," you'll be taken by the scenic eastern European beauty as well as the fascinating and somtimes haunting history.

Your Danube River cruise will also likely visit neighboring countries, including Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria, Austria, and perhaps even the Czech Republic. But while you are in Romania, make sure to see:

Sighişoara, birthplace to Transylvania’s most notorious ruler, Vlad Ţepeş, also known as Vlad the Impaler, or Dracula
Bran Castle, which is forever linked with the legend of Dracula.
The lovely village of Brașov
Peleș Castle, considered by many to be one of the most stunning in Europe
Bucharest, the bustling epicenter of Romania