Danube Cruises for Solo / Single Travelers
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10 best Danube river cruises for Solo Travelers
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- Danube Delights & Classic Prague 2025
- Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Turnu Magurele (Bucharest) to Vienna, MS Fidelio
- Delightful Danube (2025) (Budapest to Nuremberg, 2025)
- Delightful Danube (2025) (Nuremberg to Budapest, 2025)
- Delightful Danube & Prague (2025) (Prague to Budapest, 2025)
- Gems of the Danube with Munich 2025 - 10 Days (from Munich to Budapest)
- Classical Danube Cruise (Passau - Budapest)
- Classical Danube Cruise (Budapest - Passau)
- Danube in Depth 2025|2026 - 10 Days (from Munich to Budapest)
- Danube in Depth 2025|2026 - 10 Days (from Budapest to Nuremberg)
Duration 11 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic Age Range up to 90 year olds Ships Emerald DestinyEmerald DawnEmerald Star River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 182 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Emerald Cruises From $9,760
49% Off- US$4,965You save $4,795
Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Turnu Magurele (Bucharest) to Vienna, MS Fidelio
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The ship MS Fidelio was excellent and the crew and service offered second to none. Food was plentiful and the quality impressive.”
Samuel, traveled in June
MS Fidelio offers dedicated cabins for solo travelers on the Danube. Group tours visit Belgrade's Kalemegdan Fortress and Budapest's Chain Bridge. Share meals while sailing through the Iron Gates gorge.
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria Age Range up to 105 year olds Operated in English, German, Spanish Ship MS Fidelio River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 148 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Crucemundo From $2,196
10% Off- US$1,977+$148 upfront costsYou save $219
The S.S. Beatrice offers dedicated social spaces for solo travelers cruising the Danube. Group excursions take you to Stetteldorf Castle and Wachau Valley vineyards. Share moments during Captain's dinners and tours of UNESCO heritage sites.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Hungary Age Range 12 to 90 year olds Ship S.S. Beatrice River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 130 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From
10% Off- US$3,399+$230 upfront costs
The Danube beckons solo travelers with daily group activities and social dining. Visit Regensburg Cathedral together, cruise through Wachau Valley, and join walking tours in Vienna and Budapest with fellow adventurers.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range 16 to 100 year olds Ship S.S. Beatrice River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 130 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $4,699
30% Off- US$3,289You save $1,409
S.S. Beatrice welcomes singles cruising the Danube, offering guided tours of Budapest's thermal baths and Vienna's Belvedere Palace. Communal dining and organized excursions through Wachau Valley encourage social connections.
Duration 10 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic Age Range up to 100 year olds Ship S.S. Beatrice River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 130 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $5,299
30% Off- US$3,709You save $1,589
Group excursions unite travelers along the Danube, from Weltenburg Abbey's brewery to Wachau Valley vineyards. Shared moments shine during Palais Liechtenstein concert and Budapest's thermal bath visits.
Duration 10 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Ships Scenic Crystal Scenic Opal Scenic Amber Scenic Ruby River Danube Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $10,910
46% Off- US$5,915You save $4,995
Single cabins and group activities create camaraderie on the Danube. Visits include Melk Abbey, Schönbrunn Palace, and Bratislava's old town, with shared dining experiences fostering connections.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Ships Amadeus ImperialAmadeus CaraAmadeus Riva River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 150 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Lueftner Cruises From $2,546
25% Off- US$1,910You save $636
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Ships Amadeus ImperialAmadeus CaraAmadeus Riva River Danube Group Size Max Group Size 150 Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Lueftner Cruises From $2,190
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Scenic Space-Ships offer single cabins for Danube adventurers. Group activities include Wachau Valley wine tasting, Vienna's Palais Liechtenstein concerts, and Budapest's thermal baths, complemented by butler service and communal dining.
Duration 10 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 99 year olds Ships Scenic Crystal Scenic JasperScenic Amber River Danube Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $11,990
50% Off- US$5,995You save $5,995
Group activities unite travelers through cooking classes and guided tours. Highlights include Varkert Bazar in Budapest, Schonbrunn Palace in Vienna, and St. Stephens Cathedral in Passau.
Duration 10 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range up to 99 year olds Ships Scenic Crystal Scenic Jade Scenic JasperScenic Amber River Danube Group Type Group Room Type Singles, Shared Operator Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours From $4,266
37% Off- US$2,697You save $1,569
Danube Cruise for Solo / Single Travelers Reviews
- Danube Classics 2025
We really enjoyed the cruise. Disappointed we did not get to see Budapest at night, as the boat could not get there. Some tours did not cater for English speakers very well. Overall it was very good.
What our customers ask about Danube Cruises for Solo / Single Travelers
What opportunities are there to meet other travelers as a solo guest on Danube River cruises?
River cruises on the Danube make meeting fellow travelers straightforward through shared dining open-seating arrangements and group activities. Avalon Waterways ships set up their Panorama Restaurant with communal tables where guests naturally mix during meals. The Panorama Lounge & Bar becomes a social hub each evening with live music and drinks. Daily shore excursions in places like Vienna Budapest and Bratislava happen in small manageable groups making conversation easy while exploring sites like Schönbrunn Palace. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The cruise director organized fun social activities each evening which made it easy to meet people even as a solo traveler."
Which areas along the Danube are most welcoming for solo travelers?
Vienna Budapest and Bratislava stand out as especially welcoming cities for those traveling alone. Each offers reliable public transit systems compact historic districts and casual dining scenes. Solo visitors often gather at Vienna's traditional coffee houses or Budapest's eclectic ruin bars in the Jewish Quarter. The Wachau Valley wine region works well for independent exploration with bike paths connecting small towns like Dürnstein and Melk. One TourRadar reviewer noted: "I felt completely safe exploring Vienna and Budapest on my own during free time - the cities are very tourist-friendly and easy to navigate solo."
What type of cabins are best suited for solo travelers?
River cruise lines provide single cabins with no extra fees or standard rooms with a supplement charge. Avalon's 200-square-foot Panorama Suites give one person plenty of space and feature full-window views. Budget-conscious solo travelers often choose lower deck cabins to minimize the single supplement cost. A TourRadar review states: "My Panorama Suite was perfectly sized for one person and the floor-to-ceiling windows made it feel even more spacious."
How social are Danube River cruises for solo travelers?
The daily schedule includes many group activities from walking tours in Vienna to wine sampling in the Wachau Valley. You can join bike rides along the river attend concerts in historic venues or explore places like Melk Abbey with fellow guests. Ships like the SS Beatrice add local entertainment and cooking classes to encourage guest interaction. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The tours were very good and we learned a lot about the history and culture of a part of the world which had been obscure during our education."
How much free time do you get on Danube River cruises to explore independently?
Most itineraries balance guided activities with independent exploration time. Major stops like Vienna and Budapest usually include several hours or full days for personal sightseeing. Uniworld's Delightful Danube cruise lets guests choose between joining tours or exploring places like Regensburg and Passau on their own. As one guest noted: "The balance between onboard and ashore was perfect - four inclusive tours but plenty of time to explore independently."
What's the best time of year for solo travelers to take a Danube cruise?
May and September offer the best conditions for solo travel along the Danube. These months bring mild weather fewer tourists at popular sites like Schönbrunn Palace and often lower prices with better cabin availability for single travelers. Booking data shows high satisfaction rates during these periods. A TourRadar reviewer commented: "Traveling in September was perfect - comfortable temperatures for walking tours and plenty of opportunities to meet other travelers without the summer crowds."