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
May 2026 97 162 $3,199 pp
Jun 2026 107 255 $2,799 pp
Jul 2026 85 241 $2,499 pp
Aug 2026 85 271 $2,399 pp
Sep 2026 101 281 $3,149 pp
Oct 2026 95 279 $2,599 pp
Nov 2026 83 258 $1,849 pp
Dec 2026 53 204 $1,799 pp
Jan 2027 2 2 $1,629 pp
Feb 2027 7 16 $1,629 pp
Mar 2027 54 156 $2,099 pp
Apr 2027 116 354 $2,299 pp
May 2027 149 415 $2,699 pp
Jun 2027 151 417 $2,499 pp
Jul 2027 128 410 $2,299 pp
Aug 2027 125 422 $2,299 pp
Sep 2027 121 389 $2,699 pp
Oct 2027 153 444 $2,299 pp
Nov 2027 101 286 $2,099 pp
Dec 2027 71 202 $2,449 pp
Mar 2028 6 22 $2,399 pp
Apr 2028 6 37 $2,699 pp
May 2028 10 49 $3,199 pp
Jun 2028 10 56 $2,799 pp
Jul 2028 10 60 $2,699 pp
Aug 2028 10 55 $2,699 pp
Sep 2028 10 56 $3,199 pp
Oct 2028 10 59 $2,699 pp
Nov 2028 8 41 $2,399 pp
Dec 2028 4 27 $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
22 Itineraries 92 Cruises
from $3,049
Signature Collection
Avalon Waterways cruises on the Danube River
Avalon Waterways
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 36 - 165 guests
32 Itineraries 89 Cruises
from $3,314
Signature Collection
Emerald Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Emerald Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 84 to 180 gurests
39 Itineraries 192 Cruises
from $2,643
Riviera River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Riviera River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships Up to 165 guests
5 Itineraries 22 Cruises
from $3,149
Scenic Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Scenic Cruises
Rivers & Yacht Cruises
Very Small Ships 68 - 169 guests
156 Itineraries 503 Cruises
from $4,313
Tauck River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Tauck River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships 98 – 190 guests
9 Itineraries 34 Cruises
from $6,790
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 123 Cruises
from $3,149
Signature Collection
Viking River Cruises cruises on the Danube River
Viking River Cruises
River Cruise Line
Small River Ships Up to 190 guests
18 Itineraries 925 Cruises
from $2,099
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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