Wonders of Blue Danube River Cruise
Small Group Guaranteed Departure
9 Days | October 10 or 17, 2026
Starting At $CUSTOM
Embark on the Wonders of the Blue Danube, a breathtaking 7-night cruise aboard the luxurious MS Amadeus Nova. Journey through Europe’s heart, exploring the historic beauty of Budapest, the charm of Bratislava, the cultural richness of Vienna, the medieval allure of Durnstein, the grandeur of Melk Abbey, and the vibrant cities of Linz, Passau, and Regensburg, Experience stunning landscapes, world-class cuisine, and unforgettable moments along of the world’s most iconic rivers.
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Optional post cruise Prague stay can be added.
Itinerary
Day 1 – DEPART US – OVERNIGHT FLIGHT
Depart the US today on your overnight flight.
Day 2 – ARRIVE BUDAPEST – BOARD SHIP
Meet Tour Director at the airport and transfer to the MS Amadeus Nova for your 7 night cruise. Tonight there will be a Welcome Dinner Onboard – Ship will be docked overnight in Budapest. (D)
Day 3 – BUDAPEST – LEISURE TIME – FOLKLORE SHOW
Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. The city straddles both banks of the Danube linked by seven bridges including the famous Chain and Elizabeth Bridges. An included sightseeing tour presents you with a fantastic opportunity to become acquainted with Hungary’s beautiful capital. Enjoy a photo stop at Gellert Hill, see historic Buda Castle, 500-year-old Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion and the marvelous Royal Palace. This evening you will be treated to a Budapest Evening Cruise & Folklore Show Onboard. (B,L,D)
Day 4 – BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Enjoy a Bratislava City Tour and walk through the city, see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. Traverse through the restored old town, from Michael’s Gate, and admire other impressive sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral, former coronation cathedral for Hungarian kings. Bratislava is a little jewel along the Danube. (B,L,D)
Day 5 – VIENNA
Enjoy an included Vienna City Tour. For over 600 years, the magnificent baroque capital city of Vienna was the seat of the mighty Hapsburg Emperors, a heritage that has bestowed it with many dazzling palaces and monuments: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House and the majestic Ringstrasse. The capital is also known as the “City of Music” for having once been the home of composers such as Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart and Johann Strauss. Maybe take the Schoenbrunn Palace Optional Excursion while in Vienna. (B,L,D)
Day 6 – DÜRNSTEIN – MELK ABBEY
Melk Abbey is an Austrian Benedictine Abbey, one of the world’s most famous monastic sites, built between 1702-1736 and is the biggest monastery complex of the Austrian baroque period. A guided tour takes you through the abbot’s chambers, the marble hall, the balconies and the impressive library. (B,L,D)
Day 7 – LINZ – PASSAU
Morning Linz stop – Danube Cruising – Relax onboard or Optional Full-day excursion to Salzburg – Afternoon – Brief stop in Passau to pick up Salzburg excursion . (B,L,D)
Day 8 – REGENSBURG
Situated in Eastern Bavaria, Regensburg is one of Germany’s oldest towns, founded by the Romans in 179 A.D. Today it is a prosperous city with 3 universities and many landmarks dated to the Middle Ages. Enjoy a Regensburg Walking Tour through one of the most visited cities in Germany and its Medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. (B,L,D)
Day 9 – REGENSBURG – MUNICH – FLIGHT HOME
Disembark Regensburg – Transfer to Munich Airport – Depart for home. (B)