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- 10 best Danube cruises
- What people love about Danube Cruises
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10 best Danube cruises
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Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Vienna to Turnu Magurele (Bucharest), MS Fidelio
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The cabins were comfortable and the food was amazing. I am looking forward to my next cruise.”
Joanna, traveled in May 2024
- Embark on a remarkable cruise that takes you through six captivating countries: Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania with stops in 9 unforgettable cities.
- Wander through Vienna, renowned as a bastion of classical music and a historic imperial city in Europe.
- In Bratislava, uncover a wealth of captivating sites including the National Theatre, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, the old town hall, and the awe-inspiring rock fortress.
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 $2,030
10% Off- US$1,828+$142 upfront costsYou save $203
Danube Serenade: Romantic Journey from Turnu Magurele (Bucharest) to Vienna, MS Fidelio
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The cruise was exceptional. Under the guidance of tour manager Agustin, the crew excelled in every department.”
Peter, traveled in September 2024
- Embark on a remarkable cruise that takes you through six captivating countries: Austria, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania with stops in 9 unforgettable cities.
- Wander through Vienna, renowned as a bastion of classical music and a historic imperial city in Europe.
- In Bratislava, uncover a wealth of captivating sites including the National Theatre, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, the old town hall, and the awe-inspiring rock fortress.
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 $1,788
10% Off- US$1,610+$142 upfront costsYou save $178
Danube Classics Vienna 2025
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“vrey good~vrey good~”
Eric, traveled in September 2023
- Explore Vienna's rich cultural scene
- Photograph Esztergom's majestic basilica
- Cruise under Budapest's seven bridges
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range 2 to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
10% Off- US$1,029
- Explore Vienna's rich cultural scene
- Photograph Esztergom's majestic basilica
- View Budapest from A-ROSA's sun deck
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
10% Off- US$874
- Explore Passau's historic rivers and organ
- Tour Salzburg and taste Linz's famous torte
- Visit Melk Abbey and Dürnstein's saffron grower
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 Vienna to Turnu Magurele (Bucharest), MS Fidelio
İts perfect ..i really enjoyed it
- 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 Classics Vienna 2025
Al-Rosa did an excellent job. Food was good and lots of it, the cabin was clean and comfortable. The staff were always friendly and helpful and Sabrina did a great job of looking after everyone and made sure that we were always at the right place at the right time. The tours were great and we enjoyed our evenings in the lounge with music and quizzes by Erich. We had a great holiday!
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
- 23h
- Response rate
- 84%
- Average price
- $402
- 4.5 (424 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
- 17h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $236
- 4.0 (93 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
- 27h
- Response rate
- 92%
- Average price
- $172
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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 35 tours
- April 2025 78 tours
- May 2025 popular 99 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 100 tours
- July 2025 86 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 88 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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