River Cruises from Passau to Budapest
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10 best River cruises from Passau to Budapest
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- Classical Danube Cruise (Passau - Budapest)
- Enchanting Danube (2026) (Passau to Budapest, 2026)
- Classical Danube Cruise (Passau - Budapest)
- Danube Holiday Markets (2025) (Passau to Budapest, 2025)
- Danube Holiday Markets (2026) (Passau to Budapest, 2026)
- Enchanting Christmas & New Year's (2026) (Passau to Budapest, 2026)
- Danube Waltz Passau to Budapest
- Danube Christmas Delights Passau to Budapest
- The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise) (from Passau to Budapest)
- Enchanting Danube (2025) (Passau to Budapest, 2025)
The elegant Amadeus Imperial sails from Passau's three-river convergence to Budapest's Castle District over 8 days. The route features Melk Abbey, Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace, and Bratislava's Grassalkovich Palace, with stops in Linz, Dürnstein, and Esztergom.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From $2,565
25% Off- US$1,924You save $641
The S.S. Maria Theresa carries passengers from Passau to Budapest over 8 memorable days, calling at Melk, Vienna, and Bratislava. Wander Dürnstein's cobblestone lanes, trek to Bratislava Castle, and visit Budapest's Franz Liszt Academy. Six expert-led excursions and gourmet dining enhance the voyage.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $3,599
15% Off- US$3,059You save $539
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From $2,206
15% Off- US$1,876You save $331
The S.S. Maria Theresa connects Passau's 70-stall Christmas market to Budapest's historic Vörösmarty Square. This 8-day route through the Wachau Valley includes Vienna's Art History Museum and Bratislava's charming Christmas market, a festive tradition since 1993.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From
15% Off- US$4,199
Festive adventures await in Passau's 70+ holiday stalls before sailing to historic Linz and Mozart's Salzburg. The route winds through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley to Vienna's art collections, followed by Bratislava's creative scene and Budapest's grand Christmas Market at Vörösmarty Square.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $4,599
10% Off- US$4,139You save $459
The S.S. Maria Theresa charts an 11-day course from Passau's Roman old town through 4 countries to Budapest. Highlights include Castle Clam, Melk Abbey's library, and Dürnstein's apricot schnapps shops. Christmas unfolds in Salzburg, while New Year's brings a gala dinner in Budapest.
Duration 11 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $6,399
10% Off- US$5,759You save $639
Viking Longships navigate from Passau's Three Rivers confluence to Budapest's Castle District over 8 days. The route weaves through Wachau Valley vineyards, visits Linz's Hauptplatz, circles Vienna's Ringstrasse, and delves into Bratislava's Old Town, featuring guided excursions and elegant staterooms.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Viking Cruises From
10% Off- US$3,525
Rich holiday traditions unfold from Passau's three-river meeting point to Budapest over 8 days. The route showcases Linz's baroque main square, UNESCO Wachau Valley vineyards, Vienna's Schönbrunn Christmas market, and Budapest's illuminated St. Stephen's Basilica market.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 90 year olds Operator Viking Cruises From
10% Off- US$4,029
The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise) (from Passau to Budapest)
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Amazing. Wonderful. Looking forward to the next one.”
Alison, traveled in July
Charming Passau's Old Town opens this 6-day voyage to Melk's Benedictine Abbey and the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley. MS Douce France or MS Modigliani carries guests through Vienna's historic center to Budapest's Castle Quarter, stopping in Dürnstein and Esztergom across 4 countries.
Duration 6 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises From
10% Off- US$1,271
Passau's famous pipe organ sets the tone for this 8-day S.S. Maria Theresa cruise to Budapest. The route encompasses 7 historic cities, including Vienna's imperial treasures and Bratislava's medieval center, finishing at Budapest's Franz Liszt Academy.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $4,599
30% Off- US$3,219You save $1,379
