14-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary
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| Stateroom Category | Inclusions | Price per Guest | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior CabinPerfect budget option, cozy retreat with standard cruise amenities. | USD 12,030USD 10,586Save USD 1,444! | ||
| Ocean ViewFeatures a large picture window or porthole to enjoy natural light and ocean views. | USD 14,938USD 13,145Save USD 1,793! | ||
| Balcony CabinIncludes a private verandah with floor-to-ceiling glass doors and seating. | USD 19,012USD 16,731Save USD 2,281! | ||
| Junior SuiteSpacious layout with a dedicated sitting area and full bathtub. | USD 24,830USD 21,850Save USD 2,980! | ||
| SuitePremium living room, priority boarding, and luxury bath amenities. | USD 32,975USD 29,018Save USD 3,957! | ||
| Luxury SuiteElite suite with a private hot tub on the deck, concierge service. | USD 49,267USD 43,355Save USD 5,912! | ||
| Owner's SuiteThe ultimate cruise luxury, dining room, wet bar, and butler service. | USD 76,031USD 66,907Save USD 9,124! | ||
| Family CabinDesigned for up to 6 guests, bunk beds, and double vanity bathroom. | USD 23,084USD 20,314Save USD 2,770! | ||
| Accessible CabinWider doorways, roll-in shower, grab bars, and accessible closet rods. | USD 13,194USD 11,611Save USD 1,583! | ||
| Solo CabinSpecifically sized and priced for solo travelers, avoiding single supplements. | USD 10,284USD 9,050Save USD 1,234! |
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Day-by-Day Voyage Itinerary
Vienna
EmbarkationEmbarkation on river ship • Welcome cocktails with Captain • Evening tour of illuminated Vienna
Fine Dining Room - Austrian Specialties
Private Mozart & Strauss salon concert
Vienna
Overnight - 06:00 PMTour Schönbrunn Palace • Sample Viennese coffee and cakes • Bike tour along the Ringstrasse
Schönbrunn Palace Tour & Royal Gardens, Vienna Coffee House Culture Guided Walk
Traditional Viennese Café, Danube Fine Dining Room
Live music in lounge, cruising overnight
Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)
08:00 AM - 07:00 PMHike up to Dürnstein Castle ruins • Taste Wachau Valley apricot specialties • Visit magnificent Melk Abbey
Melk Abbey Guided Tour, Wachau Valley Wine Tasting & Bike Tour
Local Gasthof lunch, Fine Dining Room
Naturalist discussion of the Wachau wine region
Linz (Salzburg)
07:00 AM - 08:30 PMFull day trip to Salzburg (Sound of Music sights) • See Linz Old Town square • Taste Linzer Torte cake
Full Day Excursion to Historic Salzburg, Linz Walking Tour & Cake Tasting Class
Cafe Jindrak (Linz), Fine Dining Room
Onboard Bavarian musical trio performance
Bratislava
08:00 AM - 06:00 PMWalk old town center of Bratislava • Visit coronation cathedrals • Take road train to Bratislava Castle
Bratislava Old Town Walking Tour, Castle Hill & Communist History Tour
Slovak Pub lunch, Fine Dining Room
Onboard team trivia contest
Budapest
09:00 AM - OvernightSoak in Széchenyi thermal baths • Walk historic Castle Hill of Buda • Explore Great Market Hall
Budapest City Highlights & Buda Castle Tour, Széchenyi Thermal Baths Relaxation Excursion
Great Market Hall food stalls, Fine Dining Room
Illuminated Danube Night Cruise
Budapest
Overnight - OvernightSee Parliament building interior • Visit Hospital in the Rock nuclear bunker museum • Relax in Margitsziget park
Hungarian Parliament Guided Tour, Jewish Quarter Synagogue & Ruin Bar Tour
Borkonyha Winekitchen dinner, Fine Dining Room
Local gypsy band music performance in lounge
Budapest
06:00 AM - DisembarkationBreakfast on ship • Disembark and transfer to airport
Breakfast buffet
Vienna
EmbarkationEmbarkation on river ship • Welcome cocktails with Captain • Evening tour of illuminated Vienna
Fine Dining Room - Austrian Specialties
Private Mozart & Strauss salon concert
Vienna
Overnight - 06:00 PMTour Schönbrunn Palace • Sample Viennese coffee and cakes • Bike tour along the Ringstrasse
Schönbrunn Palace Tour & Royal Gardens, Vienna Coffee House Culture Guided Walk
Traditional Viennese Café, Danube Fine Dining Room
Live music in lounge, cruising overnight
Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)
08:00 AM - 07:00 PMHike up to Dürnstein Castle ruins • Taste Wachau Valley apricot specialties • Visit magnificent Melk Abbey
Melk Abbey Guided Tour, Wachau Valley Wine Tasting & Bike Tour
Local Gasthof lunch, Fine Dining Room
Naturalist discussion of the Wachau wine region
Linz (Salzburg)
07:00 AM - 08:30 PMFull day trip to Salzburg (Sound of Music sights) • See Linz Old Town square • Taste Linzer Torte cake
Full Day Excursion to Historic Salzburg, Linz Walking Tour & Cake Tasting Class
Cafe Jindrak (Linz), Fine Dining Room
Onboard Bavarian musical trio performance
Bratislava
08:00 AM - 06:00 PMWalk old town center of Bratislava • Visit coronation cathedrals • Take road train to Bratislava Castle
Bratislava Old Town Walking Tour, Castle Hill & Communist History Tour
Slovak Pub lunch, Fine Dining Room
Onboard team trivia contest
Budapest
09:00 AM - OvernightSoak in Széchenyi thermal baths • Walk historic Castle Hill of Buda • Explore Great Market Hall
Budapest City Highlights & Buda Castle Tour, Széchenyi Thermal Baths Relaxation Excursion
Great Market Hall food stalls, Fine Dining Room
Illuminated Danube Night Cruise
Budapest
DisembarkationSee Parliament building interior • Visit Hospital in the Rock nuclear bunker museum • Relax in Margitsziget park
Hungarian Parliament Guided Tour, Jewish Quarter Synagogue & Ruin Bar Tour
Borkonyha Winekitchen dinner, Fine Dining Room
Local gypsy band music performance in lounge
Shore Excursions
Optional activities available at your ports of call.
Adventure in Vienna
$157A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This nature tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Adventure in Vienna
$188A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This water sports covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Discover Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)
$130A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley). This luxury experiences covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Highlights of Linz (Salzburg)
$84A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Linz (Salzburg). This paid excursions covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Scenic Route of Bratislava
$200A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Bratislava. This cultural tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Adventure in Budapest
$158A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This nature tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Highlights of Budapest
$83A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This paid excursions covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Adventure in Budapest
$172A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This nature tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Adventure in Vienna
$169A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This nature tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Scenic Route of Vienna
$218A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Vienna. This cultural tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Best of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley)
$71A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Dürnstein & Melk (Wachau Valley). This paid excursions covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Highlights of Linz (Salzburg)
$92A wonderful full-day tours exploring the sights of Linz (Salzburg). This adventure tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Secrets of Bratislava
$235A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Bratislava. This food tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Adventure in Budapest
$166A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This nature tours covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
Adventure in Budapest
$187A wonderful half-day tours exploring the sights of Budapest. This water sports covers main landmarks, guided by a local historian.
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Guest Reviews
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“Outstanding itineraries and beautiful scenery. Dining was a culinary highlight every single night. Slipped off to 14-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.”
luxuryTraveler Voyage • 2026-07-08“Great family vacation. The kids club kept the children busy all day, letting us relax in the adults-only Solarium. Slipped off to 14-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.”
largeFamily Voyage • 2026-07-03“Dining options were amazing. Specialty restaurants were worth the cover charge. The theater shows were Broadway quality. Slipped off to 14-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.”
couple Voyage • 2026-06-28