Danube River Cruises

Danube River Cruises

Danube River cruises let you drift through Europe’s storied capitals and quaint villages. Discover medieval castles, scenic vineyards, and lively cultural traditions along the way. The Danube is famous for its musical heritage, world-class cuisine, and historic charm. It’s a relaxing window into the heart of Old World Europe.

Danube River Cruises Sailing Calendar

Month Number of Itineraries Number of Cruises From Price
Jul 2026 107 363 $2,499 pp
Aug 2026 104 366 $2,399 pp
Sep 2026 113 376 $3,199 pp
Oct 2026 109 402 $2,249 pp
Nov 2026 93 343 $1,349 pp
Dec 2026 57 284 $1,799 pp
Jan 2027 2 2 $1,629 pp
Feb 2027 7 27 $1,629 pp
Mar 2027 56 231 $1,499 pp
Apr 2027 117 524 $2,449 pp
May 2027 148 607 $2,899 pp
Jun 2027 152 611 $2,799 pp
Jul 2027 132 597 $2,599 pp
Aug 2027 127 608 $2,449 pp
Sep 2027 122 568 $1,549 pp
Oct 2027 158 630 $1,499 pp
Nov 2027 106 419 $1,499 pp
Dec 2027 70 351 $2,449 pp
Jan 2028 1 2 $1,989 pp
Feb 2028 3 14 $2,089 pp
Mar 2028 16 84 $2,399 pp
Apr 2028 16 124 $2,699 pp
May 2028 25 148 $3,199 pp
Jun 2028 24 162 $2,799 pp
Jul 2028 21 185 $2,699 pp
Aug 2028 24 174 $2,699 pp
Sep 2028 22 168 $3,199 pp
Oct 2028 26 163 $2,699 pp
Nov 2028 20 105 $2,399 pp
Dec 2028 4 51 $2,999 pp

Cruise Lines Sailing the Danube River (Europe)

The cruise lines sailing her span a variety of cruise line categories. For each cruise line, you’ll find the number of unique itineraries and sailing dates available.  Signature Preferred Partners may offer added value, exclusive perks, or additional savings.

Signature Collection

Cruise Lines with the SC icon are part of the Signature Collection and often include added value, exclusive perks or additional savings. 

AMA Waterways cruises on the Danube River
AMA Waterways
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 60 - 165 guests
66 Itineraries 792 Cruises
from $1,629
Signature Collection
Avalon Waterways cruises on the Danube River
Avalon Waterways
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 36 - 165 guests
93 Itineraries 647 Cruises
from $2,829
Signature Collection
Emerald Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Emerald Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 84 to 180 gurests
75 Itineraries 369 Cruises
from $2,324
Riviera River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Riviera River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships Up to 165 guests
9 Itineraries 178 Cruises
from $1,349
Scenic Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Scenic Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 68 - 169 guests
155 Itineraries 515 Cruises
from $4,529
Tauck River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Tauck River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 98 – 190 guests
19 Itineraries 92 Cruises
from $4,095
Signature Collection
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 120 – 159 guests
20 Itineraries 111 Cruises
from $3,349
Signature Collection
Viking River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Viking River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships Up to 190 guests
20 Itineraries 1,564 Cruises
from $2,399
Signature Collection

Danube River (Europe) Facts

Source: Black Forest, Germany
Mouth: Black Sea near Sulina, Romania
Length: 1,770 miles (2,850 km)
Countries: Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova, Ukraine

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