A week-long Danube cruise is perfect for those seeking a European adventure that combines rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural immersion in just seven to eight days.
This 2,800-kilometre waterway that stretches through 10 countries serves as a picturesque route that allows cruisers to visit various capitals like Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest, and Belgrade and appreciate the beauty of imperial cities, UNESCO world heritage sites, charming and stunning villages, vibrant vineyards, and storybook castles without the hassle of constantly packing and unpacking.
For guests wanting to explore the heart of Europe via the Danube for the remainder of 2024, major river cruise lines such as AmaWaterways, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Avalon, and Tauck offer best-value deals that combine accommodation, transportation, dining, sightseeing, and cultural immersion into one convenient package.
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7-night Blue Danube Discovery with AmaWaterways
This 7-night Danube cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg allows guests to have a taste of Christmas Markets in different cities before the holiday rush while also enjoying the festive onboard traditions. Amawaterways offers this best-value deal for AU $4295.50 from AU $5817.10 as part of the line’s Holiday Triple Savings treat. This voyage is set to depart on November 16 via AmaViola.
Itinerary highlights
This cruise features a visit to five countries: Austria, Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, and Slovakia. The 7-night itinerary highlights a chance to hike up to the famous Bratislava Castle, a guided bike ride to explore the historic city centre of Vienna, a walk along the cobblestone streets in Wachau Valley, and a tour to the famous medieval city of Passau known for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture.
Offer: Amawaterways offers this best-value deal for AU $4295.50 from AU $5817.10 as part of the line’s Holiday Triple Savings treat.
7-day Christmastime on the Danube with Avalon Waterways
This Nuremberg to Vienna voyage allows guests to experience and cherish different Christmas traditions along the Danube. This Avalon Christmas offering scheduled on December 11 is offered at a best-value rate of AU $4,502 from $4,852 which gives guests a total savings of $700 per stateroom based on twin occupancy.
Itinerary highlights
This 7-day voyage features local Christmas traditions of Germany and Austria where discerning travellers get to experience the festive Christmas markets of Nuremberg and enjoy the famous Bavarian fare and the vibrant Christmas market of Passau which is set against the backdrop of a stunning masterpiece of baroque architecture, the St. Stephen’s Cathedral. This river cruise also includes a tour of the iconic Benedictine Abbey in Melk and sailing through the breathtaking UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley while enjoying Austrian cookie tasting.
Offer: This deal is offered at of AU $4,502 from AU $4,852 which gives guests a total savings of $700 per stateroom based on twin occupancy.
8-day Enchanting Danube with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
This voyage from Uniworld is another way to explore Central Europe in style and comfort. This 8-day cruise is offered on different sailing dates between August and November. But the line’s best-value deal is offered at $3,699 scheduled on November 10 aboard S.S. Maria Theresa. Additionally, this offer is available for solo travellers with zero single supplement on select stateroom categories. On the other hand, River Heritage Club members will also save $200 on this voyage.
Itinerary highlights
This 8-day voyage with Uniworld starts with Hungary’s captivating capital where Budapest’s breathtaking architecture is stunningly lit up at night. This cruise is also highlighted with a “Do as the Locals Do” walk tour to the different awe-inspiring sites like the iconic Parliament Building in Budapest, the charming Old Town of Bratislava with its awe-inspiring medieval architecture and quaint cafes, and the ever-famous Melk Abbey. A visit to a cider farm in Linz is also something to look forward to as guests get to experience this organic farm in the countryside and enjoy a variety of juices produced by the orchards.
Offer: This deal is also offered for solo travellers with zero single supplement on select stateroom categories and for River Heritage Club members with savings of up to $200.
8-day Holiday Magic: Danube Family River Cruise with Tauck
For discerning travellers wanting to explore Mozart’s alpine hometown and those who wish to experience the birthplace of the Christmas carol “Silent Night”, this holiday voyage from Tauck is the best option. This 8-day river cruise is offered at a best-value rate of AU $6832 scheduled on December 20 aboard MS Savor.
Itinerary highlights
For the festive season, Tauck offers a good combination of European Christmas traditions, cultural immersion and memorable family-friendly activities for discerning guests and travellers. The time-honored holiday celebrations in cities and towns lining the storied waterway are always something to look forward to including a visit to Oberndorf which serves as the birthplace of the carol “Silent Night”. A holiday gingerbread and marzipan making at Cafe Simon in Passau is also one of the highlights of the trip where guests get to make their own tasty treats. An exciting and fun walk tour and scavenger hunt await guests in the historic Old Town of Bratislava where they get to discover some fun facts about Slovakia’s capital city. In addition, this river cruise also features a Tauck Exclusive evening at a private place in Vienna where guests enjoy dinner and some performances.
Offer: This 8-day river cruise deal is offered at a best-value rate of AU $6832.
8-day The Legendary Danube with Avalon Waterways
Avalon Waterways highlights an 8-day pre-Christmas cruise deal for travellers seeking to explore the history-rich countries of Germany, Austria and Hungary. This Nuremberg to Budapest river cruise is offered at a best-value rate of AU $3,713 from AU $5,813 per person which gives a total of AU $2100 savings per guest. This voyage is scheduled for November 2.
Itinerary highlights
Guests always look forward to having a walking tour to explore and marvel at the grandeur of Nuremberg’s gilded fountain. medieval architecture, and Gothic cathedral. A whole-day guided tour to the city of Mozart in Salzburg is always a treat as well as a bike ride along the Danube in Linz. Additionally, enjoying a cup of coffee on the ship’s Sky Deck while sailing through the picturesque Wachau Valley on the way to Vienna is also an experience to look forward to.
Offer: This Avalon deal is offered at AU $3,713 from $5,813 per person which gives a total of $2100 savings per guest.
