All Budapest Cruise Trips

Budapest, the Pearl of the Danube (port-to-port cruise)

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See the biggest river parade in Europe: the Iron Gates, on the border of Romania and Serbia. It is here that the beautiful blue Danube unveils its most spectacular landscapes. Discover cities such as Belgrade, a young and modern capital, as well as legendary sites such as Baile Herculane which houses one of the oldest and most famous spas in Romania. Travel through 2000 years of history in Pécs and Budapest, which will end a magical cruise and a journey of a life time.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Budapest, Belgrade, Orșova, Novi

Budapest, Belgrade, Orșova, Novi Sad, Mohacs, Kalocsa

Duration8 days

From

USD 1,865

Trans-European cruise from Strasbourg to Budapest (port-to-port cruise)

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From Strasbourg to Budapest, enjoy a unique cruise crossing three rivers and four countries. From the Rhine to the Danube via the Main, you will be dazzled by the beauty of landscapes but also by the sweetness of these rivers that form a link between people, cultures and traditions. France, Germany, Austria and Hungary will unveil their history and rich heritage for an unforgettable trans-European getaway.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Budapest, Strasbourg, Esztergom

Budapest, Strasbourg, Esztergom, Frankfurt, Wertheim am Main, Kitzingen, Bamberg, Muhlhausen, Regensburg, Passau, Vienna

Duration13 days

From

USD 3,484

The Beautiful Blue Danube (port-to-port cruise)

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From Budapest to Passau via Bratislava, Vienna and Melk, these cities rich in culture and history will unveil their secrets. Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace and the beautiful Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its wooded hillsides, orchards, small villages, vineyards and monasteries, it is the most picturesque part of the Danube and where the majestic Dürnstein Castle stands.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Budapest, Passau, Bratislava, Vienna

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,426

Cruise Romantic City sightseeing

Trans-European cruise from Budapest to Strasbourg (port-to-port cruise)

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From Budapest to Strasbourg, enjoy a unique cruise crossing three rivers and four countries. From the Danube to the Rhine via the Main, you will be dazzled by the beauty of landscapes but also by the sweetness of these rivers that form a link between people, cultures and traditions. Hungary, Austria, Germany and France will unveil their history and rich heritage for an unforgettable trans-European getaway.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Budapest, Strasbourg, Wertheim a

Budapest, Strasbourg, Wertheim am Main, Frankfurt, Mainz, Vienna, Passau, Hilpoltstein, Bamberg, GERLACHSHAUSEN

Duration13 days

From

USD 2,517

Cruise Danube river cruise

The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise)

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From Passau to Budapest via Melk and Vienna, these cities rich in culture and history will unveil their secrets. Discover the Schoenbrunn Palace and the beautiful Wachau Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With its wooded hillsides, orchards, small villages, vineyards and monasteries, it is the most picturesque part of the Danube and where the majestic Dürnstein Castle stands.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

18-79 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Budapest, Passau, Vienna

Duration6 days

From

USD 1,426

Danube Holiday Markets (2026)

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Budapest has celebrated Christmas for a thousand years, since the reign of St. Stephen, the king who founded Hungary and encouraged the spread of Christianity throughout his realm. As you ramble through the Christmas Market on Vörösmarty Square, admiring the handmade porcelain, stop to watch as kürtos kalács (a pastry) is baked on rods over an open fire and then coated with sugar before it’s handed to you. In Bratislava, where a lively young art scene is revitalizing the compact city core, stalls abound with traditional Slovakian Christmas items such as medovníky (spiced ginger cookies) and šúpolie (figurines made from corn husks). Experience Uniworld’s exclusive “Taste of Christmas” program in the heart of Vienna during the day. Glorious baroque architecture, delightful concerts and ravishing scenery will make this Christmas season unforgettable as you sail through the holidays on the Danube. Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Cruise Christmas markets

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Passau, Linz, Wachau V

Budapest, Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Vienna, Danube, Munich

Duration8 days

From

USD 4,599

European Jewels (2026)

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From exotic Budapest, “Queen of the Danube,” to imperial Vienna, “City of Waltzes,” to the sky-high spires of Cologne’s Gothic cathedral—centuries of intriguing history and culture unfold before your eyes. The Melk Abbey’s great library overlooking the Danube and the Würzburg Residence’s soaring ceiling fresco by Tiepolo will leave you mesmerized. And throughout your journey, tantalize your senses with exclusive wine, apricot brandy and beer tastings, along with regional culinary delicacies. Discover the grand sweep of history and the dynamic present along legendary rivers on a magnificent journey that gives you the best of Europe’s great treasures as well as off-the-beaten-path gems.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Amsterdam, Regensburg

Budapest, Amsterdam, Regensburg, Passau, Weissenkirchen, Vienna, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Frankfurt, Wertheim , Wurzburg, Kitzingen, Bamberg, Nuremberg

Duration15 days

From

USD 6,999

Delightful Danube & Prague (2026)

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Experience dynamic Budapest, imperial Vienna, and exquisitely preserved Prague. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides through the Wachau Valley, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages. Exclusive treasures are plentiful on this delightful journey. This enchanting voyage provides a variety of ways to enjoy captivating destinations as well as plenty of time to relax onboard as you sail from Budapest to Regensburg and spend two nights onshore in Prague. Jewish Heritage Program (select sailings): Our Jewish Heritage Program is the only one of its kind on the rivers and allows you to dive into Central Europe's enduring Jewish legacy with visits to museums, memorials, synagogues and more.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Prague

Duration10 days

From

USD 4,399

Highlights of Eastern Europe (2026)

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Immerse yourself in new cultures as you travel from splendid Budapest to dynamic Bucharest, discovering the best that the revitalized nations of Eastern Europe have to offer along the way. Gaze in wonder at the lofty spires of Hungary’s Parliament Building as it rises majestically above the Danube in Budapest. Sit down for friendly, intimate meals with farmers in Croatia and enthusiastic locals in Bulgaria. Uncover scores of little-known treasures and step back in time to investigate the history and legends along the Danube. Who will love this cruise? Explorers wishing to discover ancient lands and modern multicultural cities. Photographers, amateur archaeologists, connoisseurs of regional cuisines, and anyone who loves beautiful and mysterious locales.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin, Luxury Hotel

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Bucharest, Batina , Be

Budapest, Bucharest, Batina , Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, Ruse

Duration10 days

From

USD 4,599

Grand Christmas & New Year's (2026)

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You’ll sail through Germany, Austria, and Hungary along the shimmering Danube and past incredible sights on this unique itinerary. Explore charming old-world villages and Gothic cathedrals and escape the hurry and hassle of the holidays as you relax onboard a luxurious ship and cruise through the ravishing landscapes of the Danube. Celebrate Christmas Eve in medieval Regensburg and ring in the New Year in Vienna. Shop the stalls of the Nuremberg Christmas Market, famous for its gingerbread. Wander through locations from The Sound of Music in beautiful Salzburg and then warm up with rum-laced coffee. The mighty Danube takes you through three nations decked in all their holiday finery at this most delightful time of year. Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna, Reg

Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna, Regensburg, Deggendorf, Passau, Linz, Durnstein

Duration13 days

From

USD 7,499

Portraits of Eastern Europe (2026)

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Beautifully preserved Prague has enchanted visitors for ages, but it is only a tiny part of this extraordinary voyage through eight nations. Sail past quaint villages and great cities on the glorious Danube, visiting baroque abbeys and medieval cathedrals, tasting fine wines, and encountering new cultures. Along the way, you’ll uncover the splendid Habsburg capitals of Vienna and Budapest, as well as the many hidden treasures of Croatia, Romania, Serbia, and Bulgaria. Travelers seeking to explore famed capitals and storied lands, to meet new people and encounter diverse cultures, will relish their time on this picture-perfect journey. Portraits of Eastern Europe is a combination of Delightful Danube & Prague and Highlights of Eastern Europe.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Ship Cabin, Luxury Hotel

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Prague, Bucharest, Budapest, Vuk

Prague, Bucharest, Budapest, Vukovar, Belgrade, Golubac, Vidin, Ruse, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Durnstein, Vienna

Duration19 days

From

USD 10,399

Cruise Danube river cruise

Enchanting Danube (2026)

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The shimmering waters of the fabled Danube River flow for thousands of miles through the very heart of Europe, silent witness to centuries of artistic achievement and historical events. This perfectly composed journey provides an immersive cultural tasting menu of four equally beguiling countries—ideal for first-time river cruisers as well as seasoned travelers seeking to experience yet another dimension of these much-loved destinations. Our locally-based destination experts will take you well beyond the “must-sees” of each region, offering fresh takes on classic sites, insider knowledge of delightful under-the-radar locales, and VIP access to places only a privileged few will ever experience—such as a private early-morning viewing of the acclaimed art collection of the Kunstkammer Vienna. Generations Family Program (select sailings): Share the enchantment of this region with the special young people in your life. These cruises not only feature unique, fun-filled adventures for families to enjoy together, they’re also packed with culturally and historically significant experiences designed to spark creativity and lifelong learning.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Passau, Linz, Durnstei

Budapest, Passau, Linz, Durnstein, Vienna, Bratislava

Duration8 days

From

USD 3,599

Delightful Danube (2026)

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Experience dynamic Budapest and imperial Vienna. Marvel at ravishing scenery as your luxurious ship glides through the Wachau Valley, celebrated as one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, into Germany and past charming Bavarian villages. Exclusive treasures are plentiful on this delightful journey. This enchanting voyage provides a variety of ways to enjoy captivating destinations as well as plenty of time to relax onboard as you sail from Budapest to Regensburg. Jewish Heritage Program (select sailings): Our Jewish Heritage Program is the only one of its kind on the rivers and allows you to dive into Central Europe's enduring Jewish legacy with visits to museums, memorials, synagogues and more. Please note: Tours that fall on Saturdays will not operate due to Shabbat, and some sites may be closed during other significant events, such as Passover.

Tour Type

Cruise Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin

Age Range

2-99 yrs

Operated in

English

Destinations

Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna, Dur

Budapest, Nuremberg, Vienna, Durnstein, Linz, Passau, Regensburg

Duration8 days

From

USD 3,699