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
Oct 2026 44 89 $2,249 pp
Nov 2026 101 333 $1,349 pp
Dec 2026 58 275 $1,799 pp
Jan 2027 2 3 $1,879 pp
Feb 2027 8 31 $1,629 pp
Mar 2027 56 226 $1,823 pp
Apr 2027 122 504 $2,299 pp
May 2027 151 586 $2,499 pp
Jun 2027 160 601 $2,299 pp
Jul 2027 143 609 $1,999 pp
Aug 2027 139 627 $1,999 pp
Sep 2027 131 578 $1,549 pp
Oct 2027 170 643 $2,349 pp
Nov 2027 111 421 $1,924 pp
Dec 2027 71 364 $2,449 pp
Jan 2028 1 2 $1,989 pp
Feb 2028 13 34 $1,939 pp
Mar 2028 71 225 $2,054 pp
Apr 2028 113 358 $2,499 pp
May 2028 136 462 $2,999 pp
Jun 2028 123 430 $2,699 pp
Jul 2028 100 472 $1,999 pp
Aug 2028 95 420 $1,999 pp
Sep 2028 138 452 $1,549 pp
Oct 2028 133 451 $2,499 pp
Nov 2028 74 236 $2,499 pp
Dec 2028 42 203 $1,890 pp
May 2030 2 19 $8,799 pp
Jun 2030 3 37 $8,299 pp
Jul 2030 2 41 $7,999 pp
Aug 2030 2 40 $7,999 pp
Sep 2030 3 35 $8,799 pp
Oct 2030 1 1 $8,899 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 • 827 Cruises
from $1,629
Signature Collection
Avalon Waterways cruises on the Danube River
Avalon Waterways
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships • 36 - 165 guests
57 Itineraries • 490 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
83 Itineraries • 577 Cruises
from $1,823
Riviera River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Riviera River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships • Up to 165 guests
8 Itineraries • 266 Cruises
from $1,349
Scenic Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Scenic Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships • 68 - 169 guests
156 Itineraries • 796 Cruises
from $3,529
Tauck River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Tauck River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships • 98 – 190 guests
25 Itineraries • 180 Cruises
from $7,980
Signature Collection
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships • 120 – 159 guests
39 Itineraries • 434 Cruises
from $2,499
Signature Collection
Viking River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Viking River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships • Up to 190 guests
26 Itineraries • 1,548 Cruises
from $1,999
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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