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Which Danube river cruise is right for you?
You simply can't go wrong with any of Tauck's award-winning river cruises on the Danube, because every one of our voyages is carefully crafted to deliver the must-see sights along this legendary waterway – along with deeper exploration ashore that includes wine tastings at private vineyards, visits to medieval towns and riverside castles, and private palace evenings that come alive with music and merriment. But if you're wondering which journey is perfect for your first – or next – journey down the "river of kings," we created this helpful guide to make your decision easier.
Budapest, Hungary
Short on Time?
Experience an award-winning river cruise in under a week – perfect for fitting that dream getaway into a busy calendar.
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Essence of the Danube →
6 Days
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5-Night Cruise | Oct – Nov | Danube | An inviting introduction to the Danube… spend four days in Austria with your choice of guided exploration, savor an evening of imperial grandeur during a Tauck Exclusive gala in Vienna, and discover Slovakia's rich history during a lecture with a local expert and a visit to its capital, Bratislava. |
Spend a Week in…
In-depth exploration of this iconic river with experiences that immerse you in the heart of the region – all in just one week.
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Heart of the Danube: Bavaria to Budapest →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Apr – May Jul – Aug Oct |
Danube | A week-long cruise through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary… listen to an orchestra rehearse in a palace-turned-concert hall, attend an exclusive evening gala at Palais Pallavicini, choose to wander the charming medieval town of Český Krumlov, and take an optional visit to the museum and memorial at Mauthausen-Gusen concentration camp. |
Classic River Routes & Iconic Land Stays
Get the best of both worlds – spend time in city-center hotels in world-renowned destinations and step aboard for a cruise through the scenic heart of Europe.
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The Blue Danube →
12 Days
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9-Night Cruise 2 Nights Prague |
Apr – Oct | Danube | #1 best-selling itinerary worldwide! Enjoy sparkling evening events at Palais Pallavicini and Lobkowicz Palace, explore iconic cities like Vienna, Budapest, and Prague, cruise through the Wachau Valley, visit Budapest's 365-spired Parliament building, and much more – with active choices along the way. |
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The Black Sea to Budapest →
13 Days
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3 Nights Bucharest 7-Night Cruise 2 Nights Budapest |
Apr – Jun Sep |
Lower Danube | In-depth exploration of the lesser-known areas of Old World Europe, perfect for history lovers… dine at the Palace of the Serbian Royal Family, cruise through the Iron Gate of the Danube, explore religious antiquities, enjoy the Black Sea's largest seaside resort, stay three nights in Bucharest, and choose to visit the court of Vlad Dracula. |
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Romantic Capitals: Paris to Prague →
14 Days
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2 Nights Paris 9-Night Cruise 2 Nights Prague |
Apr – Jun Sep |
Rhine, Danube, Moselle, Main | From the City of Love, Paris, to the City of Music, Prague, and all the fairy tale towns in between… transit some of the most picturesque sections of the Rhine and Main, cruise the Moselle from Luxembourg, and visit wine regions plus destinations off the beaten path. |
Great for Cruisers
If more time aboard is your priority, enjoy these longer voyages with more cruising, more ports and more days to simply relax.
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Amsterdam to Budapest by Riverboat →
15 Days
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14-Night Cruise | May – Oct | Rhine, Danube, Main | A legendary voyage along three rivers through the Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary… visit the Rijksmuseum, tour Schönbrunn Palace where the Habsburgs spent their summers, choose to explore the hometown of W. A. Mozart, and much more. |
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Grand European Cruise →
25 Days
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21-Night Cruise 3 Nights Bucharest |
Jul – Aug | Rhine, Danube, Lower Danube, Main | This continuous, cross-continent voyage from the North Sea to the Black Sea explores nine countries, medieval towns, cathedrals, palaces, and capital cities – with exclusive gala evenings and cultural experiences on shore. |
Seasonal Cruises
One of our most sought-after voyages takes place during the most special times of year. You won't want to miss it!
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Christmas Markets Along the Danube →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Nov – Dec | Danube | Discover 700-year-old holiday traditions at the Christmas Markets in Germany and Austria, with visits to Vienna, Salzburg, Passau, Regensburg, and Nürnberg, with a Christmas lunch and youth choir performance at Palais Pallavicini, a guided tour of Melk Abbey, and a visit to the family's private Christmas Market at St. Emmeram Palace. |
Perfect for Families
These journeys bring everyone together on fully planned, stress-free adventures with fairy tale castles, hands-on cultural fun, and unforgettable moments throughout.
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Blue Danube: Family Riverboat Adventure →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Jun – Jul | Danube | A family-friendly version of our top-selling itinerary through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary – bike along the Danube, explore royal palaces, play medieval games at a castle, make traditional marzipan in Passau, and embark on a fun-filled scavenger hunt in Bratislava. |
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Holiday Magic: Danube Family River Cruise →
8 Days
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7-Night Cruise | Dec | Danube | Family-friendly holiday festivities onboard and ashore – learn to make gingerbread and marzipan, visit Oberndorf where "Silent Night" was born, explore Melk Abbey, and enjoy a gala evening at Palais Pallavicini. |
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