Explore the Danube
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Sailing the Danube was simply wonderful — the crew attentive, the ship beautifully designed, the excursions and dining first-class yet relaxed. We are already talking about which river we want to sail next. ★★★★★
Susan T. — Naples, Florida
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Save $1,200 per person on 2027 · $1,700 per person on 2028 European River Cruises
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Danube Explorer
Danube Explorer
Budapest · Prague · Vienna
The classic Danube journey — imperial cities, grand architecture, and the finest river scenery in Central Europe.
Departs
2027 May Aug Oct
2028 Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep
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With Prague hotel stay, or 9-day cruise only
Danube Delights
Prague · Budapest · Vienna
From
$6,020
Price before any discounts
11 days · 22 meals
Oktoberfest departures available
Departs
May 2027 Jun 2027 Sep 2027
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Gems of Eastern Europe
Hungary · Croatia · Transylvania
From
$6,045
Price before any discounts
14 days · 27 meals
Departs
Jul 2027 Sep 2027 May 2028 Jun 2028 Sep 2028 Oct 2028
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Enchantment of Eastern Europe NEW 2028
Budapest · Bucharest
From
$4,795
Price before any discounts
10 days · 21 meals
Departs
Apr 2028 May 2028 Jun 2028 Sep 2028 Oct 2028
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Danube Christmas Markets
Germany · Hungary · Austria
From
$4,354
Price before any discounts
9 days · 20 meals
Departs
Nov 2027 Dec 2027 Nov 2028 Dec 2028
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Splendors of Europe
Splendors of Europe
Amsterdam · Vienna · Budapest
The grand journey across Europe — the Rhine, Main and Danube in one voyage, from Dutch windmills and Rhine castles to Bavaria, the Wachau Valley and three Danube capitals.
Departs
2027 Sep
2028 May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
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16 days · 41 meals · Sails both directions
Price listed is per person based on double occupancy

Videos

See the Danube come alive

Watch the destinations, the ship, and the experience — then decide for yourself

Danube River Overview

Danube River Overview

Budapest to Prague · 11 days

Budapest Highlights

Budapest Highlights

UNESCO World Heritage · Pearl of the Danube

Prague & Český Krumlov

Prague & Český Krumlov

City of a Hundred Spires · UNESCO gem

Emerald Star-Ship Experience

Emerald Star-Ship Experience

River Cruise Life on Board

River Cruise Life on Board

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