Top Austria Tours & Cruises in 2025

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Danube Dreams (Eastbound)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Hike Passau scenic trails
• Stroll Vienna gilded landmarks
• Discover Melk ornate abbey
• Explore the city of Passau

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest. Discover historic towns, including Passau, Vienna, and Bratislava. Explore castles, hike nature trails, or cycle through stunning landscapes. Enjoy guided tours of cultural landmarks, vibrant cities, and breathtaking river views aboard a luxurious Avalon ship.

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from $3,579

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Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)

Vienna to Nuremberg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Be amazed with art
• Get a taste for pastries
• See Nuremberg
• Enjoy visiting markets

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Vienna / Nuremberg

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Christmas Market Visits

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Enjoy centuries-old Christmas markets and historical landmarks on a 7-day river cruise on the Avalon Impression from Vienna to Nuremberg. At the Christmas markets, you can taste Austria's tastiest holiday delicacies. Tour the beautiful 11th-century Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest monasteries. Discover Nuremberg's medieval castles and gothic churches.

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from $5,114

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Christmas Markets on the Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Explore the charming city of Prague
• Visit the largest Christmas Market
• Walk across historical Passau
• Take a guided biking tour of Vienna

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Prague / Budapest

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Board the MS Amabella for this unique 11-day adventure visiting some of Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets on the scenic Danube River route from Nuremberg to Budapest. Spend 2 nights in Prague, Czech Republic before departing toward historic German towns like Regensburg and Passau, and Austrian towns of Melk and Vienna.

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from $6,299

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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
• Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
• Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
• Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
• Warm up with mulled wine tasting

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Passau / Budapest

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Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.

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from $7,899

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Grand Christmas & New Year's

Nuremberg to Budapest - 13 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice

• Tour to the Regensburg old city
• Visit the Bavarian Forest village
• Walk through the beautiful Passau
• Enjoy a private concert in Vienna

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Nuremberg / Budapest

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Wildlife Viewing

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Celebrate the holiday season on a 13-day river cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, charming medieval towns, and iconic cities along the Danube River. Savor mulled wine, traditional gingerbread, and local delicacies as you journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary.

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from $4,199

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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
• Experience a Slovakian Christmas
• Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Discover Vienna Art History Museum
• Step into Benedictine Monastery

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Budapest / Passau

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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.

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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Visit the historic Buda Castle
• Walk through Bratislava
• Enjoy a wine & music evening
• Sample food & beer in Vilshofen

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Sail down the Danube River through Europe on this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amabella. Experience the different cultures, customs, and history as you travel through Hungary, Austria, Slovakia, and Germany. Explore castles and cathedrals, go wine tasting, tour medieval towns, and more on this European cruise.

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from $3,939

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Legendary Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

• Enjoy traditional Bavarian delights
• Bike along the Danube River
• Visit Melk's Benedictine Abbey
• Discover the elegant city of Vienna

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Board the luxurious MS Amasonata on this exclusive 8-day cruise of the Danube River. From Nuremberg, you will sail through Germany and Austria before arriving in the vibrant city of Budapest, Hungary. Ride bicycles along the Danube on daily guided tours and taste fine wines from the Wachau wine region in Austria.

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Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound)

7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision

• Admire Imperial Palace complex
• Explore Altes Rathaus
• Enjoy Regensburg’s Christmas market
• Uncover medieval architectures

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Nuremberg / Vienna

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Enjoy this magical time of year with a Christmastime river cruise vacation starting in the Nuremberg, on through the heart of Germany, and ending in Austria aboard the magnificent Avalon Envision.

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Christmastime on the Danube

Eastbound - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression

• Explore the city of Nuremberg
• Have fun exploring Christmas market
• Roam around the city of Passau
• Visit the Benedictine Abbey

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Nuremberg / Vienna

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Experience this one-of-a-kind Christmas trip by sailing through the Danube river and visit fascinating sights beginning Nuremberg's medieval architectures to Vienna's magical Christmas advent markets.

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from $9,590

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Gems of the Danube

8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Budapest’s architecture
• Visit Durnstein, scenic vineyards
• Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
• Explore Regensburg, medieval town

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Budapest / Munich

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Biking, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Scenic Amber, starting in Budapest and exploring Vienna’s cultural splendor. Continue to Durnstein, Melk, and Regensburg, uncovering their rich history and charm.

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from $8,490

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Danube Explorer & Highlights of Budapest

Munich/Passau - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Explore the Danube River
• Visit UNESCO heritage sites
• Explore Central Europe
• Learn about the history of Europe

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Munich / Budapest

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Join this 10-day Danube Explorer & Budapest Highlights Cruise on Emerald Luna. Discover five countries and UNESCO sites, experiencing central Europe's essence. Immerse in local encounters, traditions, and cuisine. Uncover history, landmarks, and culture along the Danube's banks.

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from $7,090

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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Tour around the Ringstrasse
• Learn about the Slovakian culture
• Visit the Melk Abbey
• Enjoy a traditional Bavarian band

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Munich / Budapest

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Take an 8-day cruise with Emerald Star the captivating Danube River. Prepare yourself for a walking tour, sightseeing and meeting the locals in different cities.

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from $7,790

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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Explore the area around Buda Castle
• Walk along the lanes of Bratislava
• Take a look at the Baroque palaces
• Enjoy a tour to Melk Abbey

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Budapest / Munich

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Join Emerald Destiny for an exciting 8-day cruise from Budapest to Passau. Begin the journey in Hungary and sail along the Danube River and visit unique cities in Austria, Slovakia, and Germany.

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from $7,790

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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Explore the area around Buda Castle
• Look at ornate architecture
• Enjoy a tour of Melk Abbey
• Visit the city center in Vienna

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Budapest / Passau

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Experience beautiful Europe on this 8-day voyage with river cruise ship, Emerald Star. Take advantage of the exciting and relaxing facilities on board while sailing through the Danube River.

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from $3,739

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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

• Discover Passau’s historic allure
• Admire Linz’s cultural vibrance
• Experience Vienna’s elegance
• Stroll Bratislava’s regal streets

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Sail the Danube on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS Amabella. Explore timeless cities, majestic abbeys, and UNESCO sites, discovering the romance and history of Old World Europe.

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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea

• Hike to Durnstein’s fortress ruins
• Explore Vienna’s imperial past
• Visit Nuremberg’s grand castle site
• Walk Bratislava’s historic streets

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amalea, exploring Europe’s artistic and cultural treasures. Visit Vienna, Passau, and UNESCO-listed Regensburg, savor Sacher-Torte, and admire the Wachau Valley’s vineyards.

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from $4,039

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Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina

• Explore Vilshofen’s charming street
• Discover Passau’s picturesque hills
• Tour Linz’s cultural landmarks
• Hike Durnstein’s historic trails

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Vilshofen / Budapest

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Festival Visits

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Sail aboard the MS Amareina for an 8-day river cruise through Europe’s heart, where empires rose and legends like Mozart thrived. Explore timeless cities, hilltop fortresses, and UNESCO treasures along the romantic Danube.

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