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Luxury cruise ship Emerald Azzurra sailing in Danube River
12 NightsDanube River
Emerald Cruises

12-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary

Emerald CruisesEmerald AzzurraDeparts from Reichsbrücke Danube Port4.5 Rated (30 Reviews)

Vessel Specifications

Gross Tonnage5,300 GT
Decks6 Guest Decks
Pass Capacity100 guests
Crew Size64 staff

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Stateroom Tiers & Rates

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Stateroom CategoryInclusionsPrice per Guest
Interior CabinPerfect budget option, cozy retreat with standard cruise amenities.
USD 7,467USD 6,571Save USD 896!
Ocean ViewFeatures a large picture window or porthole to enjoy natural light and ocean views.
USD 9,129USD 8,034Save USD 1,095!
Balcony CabinIncludes a private verandah with floor-to-ceiling glass doors and seating.
USD 11,456USD 10,081Save USD 1,375!
Junior SuiteSpacious layout with a dedicated sitting area and full bathtub.
USD 14,854USD 13,072Save USD 1,782!
SuitePremium living room, priority boarding, and luxury bath amenities.
USD 19,509USD 17,168Save USD 2,341!
Luxury SuiteElite suite with a private hot tub on the deck, concierge service.
USD 28,818USD 25,360Save USD 3,458!
Owner's SuiteThe ultimate cruise luxury, dining room, wet bar, and butler service.
USD 44,112USD 38,819Save USD 5,293!
Family CabinDesigned for up to 6 guests, bunk beds, and double vanity bathroom.
USD 13,784USD 12,130Save USD 1,654!
Accessible CabinWider doorways, roll-in shower, grab bars, and accessible closet rods.
USD 8,131USD 7,155Save USD 976!
Solo CabinSpecifically sized and priced for solo travelers, avoiding single supplements.
USD 6,468USD 5,692Save USD 776!

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Day-by-Day Voyage Itinerary

1
Day 1

Vienna

Embarkation

Embarkation on river ship • Welcome cocktails with Captain • Evening tour of illuminated Vienna

Dining

Fine Dining Room - Austrian Specialties

Evening Show

Private Mozart & Strauss salon concert

2
Day 2

Vienna

Overnight - 06:00 PM

Tour Schönbrunn Palace • Sample Viennese coffee and cakes • Bike tour along the Ringstrasse

Shore Activities

Schönbrunn Palace Tour & Royal Gardens, Vienna Coffee House Culture Guided Walk

Dining

Traditional Viennese Café, Danube Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Live music in lounge, cruising overnight

3
Day 3

Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)

08:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Hike up to Dürnstein Castle ruins • Taste Wachau Valley apricot specialties • Visit magnificent Melk Abbey

Shore Activities

Melk Abbey Guided Tour, Wachau Valley Wine Tasting & Bike Tour

Dining

Local Gasthof lunch, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Naturalist discussion of the Wachau wine region

4
Day 4

Linz (Salzburg)

07:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Full day trip to Salzburg (Sound of Music sights) • See Linz Old Town square • Taste Linzer Torte cake

Shore Activities

Full Day Excursion to Historic Salzburg, Linz Walking Tour & Cake Tasting Class

Dining

Cafe Jindrak (Linz), Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard Bavarian musical trio performance

5
Day 5

Bratislava

08:00 AM - 06:00 PM

Walk old town center of Bratislava • Visit coronation cathedrals • Take road train to Bratislava Castle

Shore Activities

Bratislava Old Town Walking Tour, Castle Hill & Communist History Tour

Dining

Slovak Pub lunch, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard team trivia contest

6
Day 6

Budapest

09:00 AM - Overnight

Soak in Széchenyi thermal baths • Walk historic Castle Hill of Buda • Explore Great Market Hall

Shore Activities

Budapest City Highlights & Buda Castle Tour, Széchenyi Thermal Baths Relaxation Excursion

Dining

Great Market Hall food stalls, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Illuminated Danube Night Cruise

7
Day 7

Budapest

Overnight - Overnight

See Parliament building interior • Visit Hospital in the Rock nuclear bunker museum • Relax in Margitsziget park

Shore Activities

Hungarian Parliament Guided Tour, Jewish Quarter Synagogue & Ruin Bar Tour

Dining

Borkonyha Winekitchen dinner, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Local gypsy band music performance in lounge

8
Day 8

Budapest

06:00 AM - Disembarkation

Breakfast on ship • Disembark and transfer to airport

Dining

Breakfast buffet

9
Day 9

Vienna

Embarkation

Embarkation on river ship • Welcome cocktails with Captain • Evening tour of illuminated Vienna

Dining

Fine Dining Room - Austrian Specialties

Evening Show

Private Mozart & Strauss salon concert

10
Day 10

Vienna

Overnight - 06:00 PM

Tour Schönbrunn Palace • Sample Viennese coffee and cakes • Bike tour along the Ringstrasse

Shore Activities

Schönbrunn Palace Tour & Royal Gardens, Vienna Coffee House Culture Guided Walk

Dining

Traditional Viennese Café, Danube Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Live music in lounge, cruising overnight

11
Day 11

Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)

08:00 AM - 07:00 PM

Hike up to Dürnstein Castle ruins • Taste Wachau Valley apricot specialties • Visit magnificent Melk Abbey

Shore Activities

Melk Abbey Guided Tour, Wachau Valley Wine Tasting & Bike Tour

Dining

Local Gasthof lunch, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Naturalist discussion of the Wachau wine region

12
Day 12

Linz (Salzburg)

07:00 AM - 08:30 PM

Full day trip to Salzburg (Sound of Music sights) • See Linz Old Town square • Taste Linzer Torte cake

Shore Activities

Full Day Excursion to Historic Salzburg, Linz Walking Tour & Cake Tasting Class

Dining

Cafe Jindrak (Linz), Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard Bavarian musical trio performance

13
Day 13

Bratislava

Disembarkation

Walk old town center of Bratislava • Visit coronation cathedrals • Take road train to Bratislava Castle

Shore Activities

Bratislava Old Town Walking Tour, Castle Hill & Communist History Tour

Dining

Slovak Pub lunch, Fine Dining Room

Evening Show

Onboard team trivia contest

Shore Excursions

Optional activities available at your ports of call.

Scenic Route of Vienna

$205
Cultural Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This cultural tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Secrets of Vienna

$251
Private Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This private tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Secrets of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)

$240
Food Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley). This food tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Best of Linz (Salzburg)

Free
Free Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Linz (Salzburg). This free activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Adventure in Bratislava

$187
Water Sports Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Bratislava. This water sports covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Discover Budapest

$131
Luxury Experiences Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This luxury experiences covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Best of Budapest

Free
Free Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This free activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Best of Budapest

Free
Free Activities Full-Day Tours

A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This free activities covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Secrets of Vienna

$265
Private Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This private tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Scenic Route of Vienna

$224
Food Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This food tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Secrets of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)

$249
Private Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley). This private tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Adventure in Linz (Salzburg)

$185
Water Sports Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Linz (Salzburg). This water sports covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Scenic Route of Bratislava

$228
Food Tours Half-Day Tours

A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Bratislava. This food tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.

Onboard Life & Entertainment

Culinary Experience

Included Complimentary Dining
Grand Dining RoomOceanview Café (Buffet)
Specialty Fine Dining Options
Pinnacle Grill SteakhouseTuscan Grille ItalianJacques French BistroRed Ginger Pan-Asian
Dietary Accommodations
Vegetarian
Vegan
Halal
Kosher
GlutenFree

Vessel Entertainment & Activities

Onboard Thrill Activities
Fitness jogging trackShuffleboard
Amenities Overview
1 Swimming Pools
Luxury Spa & Salon

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Guest Reviews

Realistic feedback from verified cruise bookings.

Guest Traveler 13.8

Absolutely loved the balcony cabin and the service was top notch! The excursions in ports of call were well organized. Slipped off to 12-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.

solo Voyage • 2026-07-08
Guest Traveler 24.1

Dining options were amazing. Specialty restaurants were worth the cover charge. The theater shows were Broadway quality. Slipped off to 12-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.

family4 Voyage • 2026-07-03
Guest Traveler 34.4

Great family vacation. The kids club kept the children busy all day, letting us relax in the adults-only Solarium. Slipped off to 12-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.

largeFamily Voyage • 2026-06-28