Where Old World elegance flows with the river…
Follow the Danube’s winding path on a cruise to historic cities including Budapest, Dürnstein, Vienna, and Bratislava. Experience private evenings in palaces, art-filled monasteries, and behind-closed-doors collections. Bike riverside trails, enjoy sightseeing choices to destinations such as Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov, explore hidden corners of grand capitals, and learn about life — past and present — from locals who call the Danube home. With every bend in the river, another layer of culture, history, and beauty unfolds — seamlessly, and unforgettably.
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Spring Air Savings
Europe in Spring – an ideal time to explore the continent's timeless treasures. And to make getting there easier, enjoy air savings on February - April 2026 departures of European River Cruises.
Offer ends November 15, 2025
Westbound and Eastbound Direction Available
Westbound Itinerary - Budapest, Hungary to Prague, Czech Republic
Day 1 Arrive Budapest and embark
Day 2 Discover the landmarks & stories of Pest
Day 3 Explore Buda
Day 4 Baroque in Bratislava
Day 5 Exploring Vienna
Day 6 An Imperial Evening & on to Dürnstein
Day 7 Dürnstein & Wachau Valley
Day 8 Salzburg sights or Cesky Krumlov
Day 9 Engelhartszell & cycling along the Danube
Day 10 Disembark Vilhofen for Regensburg & Prague
Day 11 The legacy of many centuries in Prague
Day 12 Journey Home
Start: April 2, 2026 End: April 14, 2026 Price: $7,490 pp Price My Trip |
Start: April 4, 2026 End: April 16, 2026 Price: $7,490 pp Price My Trip |
Start: April 11, 2026 End: April 23, 2026 Price: $7,790 pp Price My Trip |
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