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- 10 best Danube cruises
- What people love about Danube Cruises
- Top operators
- Best places to start your adventure
- Discover Danube tours for every budget
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10 best Danube cruises
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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 2024
The Danube's highlights unfold from Romania to Austria aboard MS Fidelio. Marvel at Iron Gates gorge, medieval fortresses, and imperial capitals. Full-board dining (4.3/5) with drinks package, comfortable cabins (4.3/5), and live entertainment included.
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria Age Range up to 105 year olds Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Crucemundo From $1,778
10% Off- US$1,601+$141 upfront costsYou save $177
Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Vienna to Turnu Magurele (Bucharest), MS Fidelio
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It's perfect.. I really enjoyed it.”
Erhan, traveled in July 2024
The 11-day Danube cruise aboard MS Fidelio costs around $190 per day, including full board dining, comfortable cabins, and entertainment. The route spans 9 cities across 7 countries, featuring Iron Gates gorge and medieval Golubac fortress. 4.8/5 rating from 20+ reviews.
Duration 11 days Destinations Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania Age Range up to 95 year olds Operated in English, German, Spanish Operator Crucemundo From $2,019
10% Off- US$1,817+$141 upfront costsYou save $201
Danube Classics Vienna 2025
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Food was good and lots of it, the cabin was clean and comfortable. We had a great holiday!”
Nicholas, traveled in April 2023
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Germany Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
10% Off- US$1,023
The legendary Danube beckons aboard A-ROSA DONNA, visiting 7 iconic cities across Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia. All-inclusive voyage rated 4.6/5 features gourmet dining, unlimited beverages, and premium cabin accommodations at approx. $170 per day.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
10% Off- US$869
Ancient capitals and medieval towns line Europe's legendary Danube. Private concerts in Vienna, early-morning museum access, and Wachau Valley wine tastings complement elegant accommodations and gourmet dining.
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range up to 100 year olds Operated in English Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $4,284
30% Off- US$2,999You save $1,285
What people love about Danube Cruises
- Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Turnu Magurele (Bucharest) to Vienna, MS Fidelio
This was our first river cruise and it has ensured it won't be our last. From start to finish the ship MS Fidelio was excellent and the crew and service offered second to none. All staff were friendly and efficient without getting in the way. Food was plentiful and the quality impressive. I found the balance between onboard and ashore perfect. The number of inclusive tours was good, four in total in Belgrade, Budapest, Bratislava and Vienna and on all occasions the guides knowledgeable and entertaining.Tours available in 3 languages , English , Spanish and Dutch. Additional optional tours were also available at a price but we chose to explore ourselves. At no point did we feel pressured in to adding further tours. Most of the sailing was done at night leaving as much time as possible in the designated places to visit. The crew went out of their way to entertain the passengers. The cruise manager Augustine was very entertaining with a fantastic sense of humour, something akin to a cross between Hi-De-Hi and Borat. Price of cruise very reasonable and drinks prices on board not overly extravagant, similar to prices in the UK. I would recommend this cruise on the Danube on board the MS Fidelio to anyone. I will also mention the ease of booking through Tour Radar and the follow up communication was exceptional. Looking forward to my next foray.
- Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Turnu Magurele (Bucharest) to Vienna, MS Fidelio
The overall tour and its organization was excellent. The package included tours and the optional tours were well organized and the tour guides were well informed and covered the most important aspects of each city that we visited given the time frame that the ship was docked. It was unfortunate that the tour group was unable to embark in Romania due to the recent floods and the likelihood of the Danube flooding around Turnu Magurele, necessitating the tour organizers transferring the group via bus to Port Vidin, Bulgaria to board the ship. The crew when approached were diligent, responsive and attentive to the guests requests and needs. The ship was kept in a hygienically clean condition and the food not only varied and generous but of a very high standard. All in all, I loved this cruise experience.
- Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Vienna to Turnu Magurele (Bucharest), MS Fidelio
İts perfect ..i really enjoyed it
Top operators
- 4.5 (398 reviews)
"We loved the river cruise experience
- Tours
- 24 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 28h
- Response rate
- 80%
- Average price
- $401
- 4.5 (425 reviews)
"Overall, it was a good trip. However, the explanation on the ship was bilingual in Spanish and English, but mostly Spanish. Thus, not much introduction when passing towns and cities along the Danube River was given. The food quality is ok but not too many selections. With the price, I think it is reasonable. The cabin is comfortable enough. We enjoyed it. The staff were very friendly.
- Tours
- 5 tours
- Age range
- 1 to 105 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 15h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $241
- 4.0 (95 reviews)
"Good itinerary and excellent crew on the ship. The ship would benefit from a lift between decks and a small quiet public area.
- Tours
- 33 tours
- Age range
- 2 to 99 years old
- Adventure type
- River Cruise
- Response time
- 28h
- Response rate
- 88%
- Average price
- $171
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Top Danube travel itineraries to fit your plans
TourRadar recommends visiting:
Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Krems an der Donau, Durnstein, Linz, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Munich
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Munich, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Durnstein, Krems an der Donau, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, Ljubljana, Zagreb
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Best time to visit
- Spring 2025Blossoms burst open along the Danube in spring. Visit during this milder season for open biking trails and for fewer tourists in major cities like Linz.
- March 2025 34 tours
- April 2025 81 tours
- May 2025 popular 104 tours
- Summer 2025Summer swings into high gear along the Danube, with bustling nightlife and outdoor dining. Enjoy the beaches along the river and music festivals like Nova Rock.
- June 2025 101 tours
- July 2025 87 tours
- August 2025 popular 109 tours
- Fall / Autumn 2025Autumn paints the Danube’s banks golden. The cooler, quiet months are perfect for hiking and for wine festivals in the Wachau Valley.
- September 2025 popular 93 tours
- October 2025 89 tours
- November 2025 58 tours
- Winter 2025 / 2026Winter blankets the Danube in shimmering snow. The season's ideal for cozy river cruises and vibrant Christmas markets in Vienna.
- December 2025 popular 61 tours
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