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Explore remote villages on one of the below 57 unique Danube River cultural experiences for 2025 or 2026. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, and Biking and cost from $1,389 for experiences of 5 to 24 days. Tell us about your ideal Danube River cultural trip and our Danube River experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.
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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
from $4,399
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Delightful Danube & Prague

Budapest to Prague - 10 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
  • Explore Budapest city with a guide
  • Bike along Bavarian rivers
  • Taste Wachau Valley wines
  • Savor Viennese delicacies
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Budapest / Prague
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Sail on a 10-day cruise aboard the S.S. Beatrice along the Danube River from Budapest to Prague. Discover vibrant cities, historic castles, and cultural landmarks. Explore the architectural wonders of Budapest, Vienna, and Regensburg. Savor Viennese strudel and wine, and visit medieval castles and Jewish heritage sites.
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Durnstein
from $3,839
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Hike to Durnstein’s fortress ruins
  • Explore Vienna’s imperial past
  • Visit Nuremberg’s grand castle site
  • Walk Bratislava’s historic streets
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amalea, exploring Europe’s artistic and cultural treasures. Visit Vienna, Passau, and UNESCO-listed Regensburg, savor Sacher-Torte, and admire the Wachau Valley’s vineyards.
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Vienna Opera House, Austria
from $1,389
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Taking in 3 countries: The Danube and its traditions

Vienna Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Vivaldi
  • Visit the Schönbrunn Palace
  • Explore Bratislava's baroque charm
  • Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace
  • Explore the city of Budapest
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Cruise along Danube River on this 5-day cruise aboard MS Vivaldi and explore the enchanting Christmas Markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest!
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Sunset over Passau
from $7,990
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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Explore Passau’s old town
  • Visit Gottweig Abbey
  • Discover Vienna’s art legacy
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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.
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Explore Vienna's beautiful gardens while touring through Europe
from $8,190
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny
  • Explore Budapest market
  • Stroll Bratislava Old Town
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Enjoy a tour to Melk Abbey
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Budapest / Munich
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Experience an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring iconic cities along the Danube River. Discover Budapest's history, Vienna's architecture, and Melk Abbey, with guided tours and time for exploration.
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Morning view on Bratislava city
from $1,689
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The Beautiful Blue Danube

Budapest to Passau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS France
  • Tour the Benedictine abbey of Melk
  • Hike in the Little Carpathians
  • Visit Schoenbrunn Palace
  • Taste Vienna's delightful cuisine
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Budapest / Passau
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From the comfort of the MS France, cruise central Europe in 6 days along the Danube River, visiting small town and rant cities like Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk and Passau. You will enjoy sightseeing opportunities, visits to medieval cathedrals and palaces and a hike through the picturesque Carpathian Mountains.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $1,689
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The Beautiful Blue Danube

Passau to Budapest - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS France
  • Tour the Benedictine abbey of Melk
  • Explore the picturesque Durnstein
  • Visit the Schönbrunn Palace
  • Tour the historic Budapest
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Passau / Budapest
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Sail along the beautiful blue Danube and cross four different countries on this 6-day cruise aboard the MS France. Begin your journey in Germany and sail east through Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary. Cruise through stunning landscapes and experience the rich culture, art, and history of central Europe.
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Cruise the beautiful blue Danube
from $6,579
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Grand Danube Cruise - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Giurgiu - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
  • Discover Vilshofen’s festive charm
  • Explore Passau’s Gothic treasures
  • Cruise Wachau’s scenic vineyards
  • Stroll Salzburg’s historic squares
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Vilshofen / Giurgiu
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Wine Tasting, Hiking, Biking
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Embark on a 15-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Giurgiu aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and more along the iconic Danube. Discover ancient churches, vibrant cultures, and the historical legacies of grand capitals like Budapest and Vienna.
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Morning view on Bratislava city
from $6,799
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Grand Danube Cruise - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Giurgiu - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
  • Stroll Vilshofen’s charming streets
  • Cruise Passau’s scenic rivers
  • Explore Linz’s cultural mile
  • Tour Belgrade’s ancient fortress
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Vilshofen / Giurgiu
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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany. Explore historic capitals, medieval frescoes, and vibrant traditions while savoring Eastern Europe’s rich heritage.
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Explore Budapest from the serene Danube
from $9,490
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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Munich - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Explore the Danube River
  • Visit UNESCO heritage sites
  • Explore Central Europe
  • Learn about the history of Europe
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Munich / Budapest
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Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Join this 10-day Danube Explorer & Budapest Highlights Cruise on Emerald Luna. Discover five countries and UNESCO sites, experiencing central Europe's essence. Immerse in local encounters, traditions, and cuisine. Uncover history, landmarks, and culture along the Danube's banks.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,199
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
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Budapest / Passau
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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $2,199
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Danube Waltz

8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Walk along Castle Hill
  • Explore the medieval Bratislva
  • Visit the Viennese Opera House
  • Discover the Abbey of Göttweig
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Budapest / Passau
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View the beauty of five different European countries and explore lesser-known Central European cities like Bratislava and Passau during this 8-day Danube River cruise with Viking River Cruises.
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Parliament Palace in Bucharest, Romania
from $6,399
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Gems of Southeast Europe

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Explore Vienna’s historic center
  • Tour Budapest’s grand landmarks
  • Cruise to Mohacs then visit Pecs
  • Visit Vidin’s medieval fortress
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Vienna / Bucharest
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagna, exploring six countries rich in history and culture. Discover medieval towns, grand cities, scenic landscapes, historic vineyards, and thrilling active adventures.
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Take a quiet moment in Passau
from $7,590
2for1
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
  • Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls
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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.
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Detailed ornament at a Christmas Market
from $10,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Budapest’s vibrant markets
  • Discover Bratislava medieval charm
  • Visit Vienna’s Schonbrunn Palace
  • Tour Melk’s grand abbey
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Budapest / Regensburg
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Variable
Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, where you can experience enchanting Christmas markets along the Danube River. Enjoy exclusive events, such as a private concert at the historic Palais Liechtenstein, while soaking in Central Europe's rich history and festive spirit.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $3,599
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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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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.
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Rathaus in Vienna
from $2,799
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Christmas on the Danube

Regensburg to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
  • Visit Regensburg's medieval town
  • Stroll the romantic market stalls
  • See Europe's largest pipe organ
  • Explore Vienna's Christmas markets
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Regensburg / Budapest
Activities
Festival Visits
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Variable
Discover the wonders of Hungary, Austria, and Germany on an 8-day Christmas on the Danube cruise. Explore grand cities, medieval towns, & quaint villages, & enjoy the lively festivities of three countries. Experience the holiday atmosphere of Budapest's Christmas markets, Vienna's delightful handmade decorations, and Regensburg's fairy-tale beauty.
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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 River Cruises
  • 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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Variable
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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