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As you cruise between Budapest, Hungary and Vienna, Austria on the scenic blue Danube, you will visit the pleasantly tranquil country of Slovakia and its charming capital city of Bratislava, home to a spectacular old city that features baroque palaces, plazas, and splendid churches. Highlights of the city include the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace, and St. Martin’s Cathedral. You'll also have the opportunity to hike to Bratislava Castle and the Court of Honor. While you are crossing through Slovakia, be sure to sample the local varieties of wine. Certain cruises even offer an opportunity to try your hand at cooking traditional cuisine, like stuffed potato ravioli. Contact  one of  our Danube River cruise specialists to get started planning your cruise to Slovakia today.

10 Best Danube River Cruises to Slovakia

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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only
8 Days from $2,599
Embark the luxurious MS Amacerto for an 8-day river cruise of the highlights of Europe along the Danube River from Budapest to Nuremberg. Walking tours, wine & food tasting, and city explorations immerse you in the cultural heart of Vienna, Bratisava, Passau, and Regensberg, as seen in Melk's massive Benedictine Abbey and other historic sites.
Morning view on Bratislava city
Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only
8 Days from $2,899
Embark the luxurious MS Amaserena for an 8-day cruise along the legendary Danube River from Budapest to Nuremberg, enjoying rich wine country and excursions along the way. A guided tour of 2,000-year-old Passau, visits to the medieval cities of Germany, and wine tasting in Austria's renowned Wachau Valley highlight this cultural immersion.
Column on Hauptplatz in Linz
The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only
8 Days from $2,499
Enjoy a fascinating 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amacerto that captures the romance and timelessness of Europe's unforgettable Danube River.
Hungarian parliament, Budapest
Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only
8 Days from $2,799
Experience centuries of art, history, and culture, on this 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amalea. Sail the Danube from Budapest to Nuremberg to discover central Europe's main cultural centers on hikes & walking tours of Vienna, Bratislava, and Regensburg, where delicious food & Baroque architecture will delight and impress you.
Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only
8 Days from $2,799
The MS Amaviola hosts this 8-day cruise of the Danube River, from Budapest to Nuremburg, with stops in the traditional cities of Austria, Slovakia, and Germany along the way. The Main-Danube Canal crosses Europe's Continental Divide. You'll also enjoy savory wine from the Wachau Valley and tour gothic cathedrals and baroque abbeys.
Hungarian parliament, Budapest
Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only
8 Days from $3,399
On this 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amadante see the best of Europe's highlights, exploring cities along the magnificent Danube River, including Vienna, Bratislava, Passau, and Regensburg. Have chances to try traditional food like beer & pretzels and witness the spectacular Baroque & medieval architecture that defines the region.
Evening in Vienna, Austria
Biking Along the Danube
8 Days from $3,167
Explore Central Europe by bike on this 8-day cruise through Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary aboard the MS Beethoven. Embrace the history, traditions, culture and cuisine of central Europe as you explore destinations like Melk Abbey, Devin Castle, the Gellert Baths, the Great Plains, and the charming Wachau Valley.
Mozart Statue in Vienna
The Beautiful Blue Danube
8 Days from $2,327
This 8-day round-trip Danube cruise from Vienna aboard the MS Beethoven takes you through central Europe, featuring stops to explore Melk, Bratislava, Kalocsa, Budapest, and Esztergom. You'll see the Wachau Valley, the Bridge of Chains, and the Schonbrunn & Hofburg Palace along the way.
Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
Melodies of the Danube
11 Days from $3,679
Enjoy a fascinating 8-day cruise starting from the historical city of Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS Amalea. Complete your adventure with three nights in Prague as you discover the melodies of the enchanting Danube. Your cruise crosses from Hungary through Slovakia, Austria, and Germany, and arrives finally in the historic Czech Republic.
Hungarian parliament, Budapest
Blue Danube Discovery and Prague
13 Days from $4,399
Discover the Danube River on this unique 13-day adventure. Start with 2 nights in historical Budapest, followed by an unforgettable 7-night cruise to Nuremberg, and end with 3 nights in the charming city of Prague. Select from an extensive lineup of included tours - you decide how you want to explore.

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Highlights of Slovakia
Slovakia is a land of castles and dramatic landscapes that you will see as your luxurious river vessel winds its way down the gorgeous Danube River. After cruising through the scenic countryside, you will arrive in the capital city of Bratislava, where some of these delights await:
  • Bratislava Castle – You can access this towering castle via a short hike into the Little Carpathians, where you will have wonderful panoramic views of the city below.
  • The Old Town, notable for being a pedestrian-only sector of the city.
  • Making authentic European ravioli under the guidance of local chefs.
  • Baroque architecture and the impressive St. Martin's Cathedral, Mirbach Palace, and the Old Town Hall.
After your tour of charming Slovakia, your cruise will continue on towards other destinations like Hungary or Austria. 
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Visit charming Passau
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