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
Feb 2026 5 14 $1,399 pp
Mar 2026 37 108 $2,049 pp
Apr 2026 64 269 $2,549 pp
May 2026 107 447 $3,099 pp
Jun 2026 120 526 $2,599 pp
Jul 2026 111 550 $2,499 pp
Aug 2026 104 505 $2,549 pp
Sep 2026 112 512 $3,199 pp
Oct 2026 105 464 $2,249 pp
Nov 2026 95 361 $2,245 pp
Dec 2026 56 272 $1,799 pp
Jan 2027 1 2 $2,379 pp
Feb 2027 6 17 $2,279 pp
Mar 2027 47 151 $2,299 pp
Apr 2027 108 401 $2,449 pp
May 2027 140 534 $3,099 pp
Jun 2027 146 552 $2,799 pp
Jul 2027 129 525 $2,599 pp
Aug 2027 122 545 $2,449 pp
Sep 2027 116 486 $3,199 pp
Oct 2027 149 555 $2,449 pp
Nov 2027 93 320 $1,945 pp
Dec 2027 58 251 $2,799 pp
Mar 2028 6 44 $2,399 pp
Apr 2028 6 74 $2,699 pp
May 2028 10 92 $3,199 pp
Jun 2028 10 104 $2,799 pp
Jul 2028 10 110 $2,699 pp
Aug 2028 10 102 $2,699 pp
Sep 2028 10 104 $3,199 pp
Oct 2028 10 108 $2,699 pp
Nov 2028 8 78 $2,399 pp
Dec 2028 4 54 $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
48 Itineraries 683 Cruises
from $1,399
Signature Collection
Avalon Waterways cruises on the Danube River
Avalon Waterways
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 36 - 165 guests
109 Itineraries 892 Cruises
from $2,651
Signature Collection
Emerald Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Emerald Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 84 to 180 gurests
55 Itineraries 458 Cruises
from $1,945
Riviera River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Riviera River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships Up to 165 guests
8 Itineraries 208 Cruises
from $1,799
Scenic Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Scenic Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 68 - 169 guests
127 Itineraries 539 Cruises
from $3,045
Tauck River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Tauck River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 98 – 190 guests
17 Itineraries 117 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
16 Itineraries 142 Cruises
from $3,044
Signature Collection
Viking River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Viking River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships Up to 190 guests
23 Itineraries 1,841 Cruises
from $2,249
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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