5-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 4,370USD 3,846Save USD 524! | ||
| Ocean ViewFeatures a large picture window or porthole to enjoy natural light and ocean views. | USD 5,409USD 4,760Save USD 649! | ||
| Balcony CabinIncludes a private verandah with floor-to-ceiling glass doors and seating. | USD 6,864USD 6,040Save USD 824! | ||
| Junior SuiteSpacious layout with a dedicated sitting area and full bathtub. | USD 8,942USD 7,869Save USD 1,073! | ||
| SuitePremium living room, priority boarding, and luxury bath amenities. | USD 11,851USD 10,429Save USD 1,422! | ||
| Luxury SuiteElite suite with a private hot tub on the deck, concierge service. | USD 17,668USD 15,548Save USD 2,120! | ||
| Owner's SuiteThe ultimate cruise luxury, dining room, wet bar, and butler service. | USD 27,227USD 23,960Save USD 3,267! | ||
| Family CabinDesigned for up to 6 guests, bunk beds, and double vanity bathroom. | USD 8,318USD 7,320Save USD 998! | ||
| Accessible CabinWider doorways, roll-in shower, grab bars, and accessible closet rods. | USD 4,786USD 4,212Save USD 574! | ||
| Solo CabinSpecifically sized and priced for solo travelers, avoiding single supplements. | USD 3,746USD 3,296Save USD 450! |
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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
DisembarkationSoak 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
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.
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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 5-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 5-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 5-Night Danube River Classic Itinerary and had a fantastic time.”
couple Voyage • 2026-06-28