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Danube River Cruises

Danube River Cruises

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  1. 10 best Danube cruises
  2. What people love about Danube Cruises
  3. Top operators
  4. Best places to start your adventure
  5. Discover Danube tours for every budget
  6. Danube tours for every group
  7. Top Danube travel itineraries to fit your plans
  8. Demographics
  9. Best time to visit
  10. Danube travel guides - curated by our experts
  11. Contact our Danube travel experts

10 best Danube cruises

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What people love about Danube Cruises

  • SamuelTraveled in June
    5
    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
  • Traveled in November
    5
    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 Turnu Magurele (Bucharest) to Vienna, MS Fidelio
  • ErhanTraveled in July
    5
    İts perfect ..i really enjoyed it
    Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Vienna to Turnu Magurele (Bucharest), MS Fidelio

Top operators

  • CroisiEurope River Cruises
    4.5 (398 reviews)
    "We loved the river cruise experience
    Good - by Ilene L.
    Tours
    24 tours
    Age range
    1 to 99 years old
    Adventure type
    River Cruise
    Response time
    28h
    Response rate
    80%
    Average price
    $401

    CroisiEurope River Cruises is an expert in:

    • River Cruise
  • Crucemundo
    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.
    Good - by Meiping W.
    Tours
    5 tours
    Age range
    1 to 105 years old
    Adventure type
    River Cruise
    Response time
    15h
    Response rate
    92%
    Average price
    $241

    Crucemundo is an expert in:

    • River Cruise
  • A-ROSA
    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.
    Good - by Graham G.
    Tours
    33 tours
    Age range
    2 to 99 years old
    Adventure type
    River Cruise
    Response time
    28h
    Response rate
    88%
    Average price
    $171

    A-ROSA is an expert in:

    • River Cruise
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Best time to visit

  • Spring 2025
    Blossoms 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.
  • Summer 2025
    Summer 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.
  • Fall / Autumn 2025
    Autumn paints the Danube’s banks golden. The cooler, quiet months are perfect for hiking and for wine festivals in the Wachau Valley.
  • Winter 2025 / 2026
    Winter blankets the Danube in shimmering snow. The season's ideal for cozy river cruises and vibrant Christmas markets in Vienna.

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