7 nights
Danube River Cruise
8 days
Danube River Cruise is a 8-day guided tour with Adventures by Disney through Europe. 7 departures are open from Dec 19, 2026 to Dec 18, 2027. The lowest current price is $6,099 per person (twin share), for the Jul 10, 2027 departure. Included: Disney-trained Adventure Guides and knowledgeable local experts, Outstanding accommodations as specified in the itinerary, Meals as specified in the itinerary, Daily activities and entertainment as specified in the itinerary and 13 more.
Sail through the heart of Europe and enjoy 8 unforgettable destinations in 4 countries on the Adventures by Disney Danube River Cruise—an exclusive sailing with AmaWaterways, a leader in luxury river cruising. Please note: This itinerary, including but not limited to activities, hotels, meals and transportation, is subject to change.
- Length
- 8 days
- Route
- Hungary to Germany
- Meals
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
- Price basis
- Prices are per person, based on double occupancy; column "ADULT (12 AND OVER) FROM"
- Trip type
- River Cruise
- Meals
- 20 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
- Accommodations
- AmaMora or AmaLea
- Flight Information
- West: Budapest Airport (BUD); Munich International Airport (MUC); East: Munich International Airport (MUC); Budapest Airport (BUD)
- Locations
- Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary
- Ships
- AmaLea, AmaMora
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Highlights
- Dürnstein CastleWalk among the ruins of one of the region's most popular sites and marvel at the incredible views.
- Hallein Salt Mine AdventureTour this 7,000-year-old "white gold" mine and take a boat ride across an underground lake.
- MondseeBask in the beauty of this picturesque lakeside town and the Abbey that was featured in The Sound of Music.
- Tree Path KopfingClimb to the treetops and walk the rope bridges that offer amazing views of the majestic Austrian Alps.
- Schönbrunn Palace TourImmerse yourself in true Baroque style on a private tour of Austria’s most visited destination.
Itinerary
- HungaryDays 1–2
- SlovakiaDay 3
- AustriaDays 4–6
- GermanyDays 7–8
Day 1Budapest, HungaryBudapest · Hungary
Arrive in Budapest: Get ready for adventure as you travel to your new home, an AmaWaterways ship, for the duration of your adventure. Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship: Savor a dinner on the ship made in the local style with fresh ingredients as you float gently down the Danube. Then, stroll along the ship’s boardwalk and take in the beauty of the majestic city of Budapest lit up around you, creating a magnificent start to your journey.
- Arrive in Budapest
- Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship
Day 2Budapest, HungaryBudapest · Hungary
Breakfast on Board the Ship: Enjoy breakfast on board and then head out to explore Budapest. Full Day Activity Options Lunch on Board Ship or On Your Own in Budapest: Choose to dine on board the ship or continue your exploration of Budapest and discover a lunch spot of your own among the many restaurants throughout the city. Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship: Enjoy a delicious dinner on board the ship with Budapest as a majestic backdrop.
- Breakfast on Board the Ship
- Full Day Activity Options
- Lunch on Board Ship or On Your Own in Budapest
- Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship
Day 3Bratislava, SlovakiaBratislava · Slovakia
Breakfast On Board the Ship: Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast and get ready to explore Bratislava. Excursion to Bratislava, Slovakia: The capital of Slovakia, Bratislava is also its largest city and cultural center. Surrounded by the picturesque Little Carpathian mountains, Bratislava boasts a variety of architectural masterpieces ranging from famous castles and medieval towers to grand 20th-century buildings. Bratislava Walking Tour: Discover the capital of Slovakia on this walking tour that leads you through picturesque streets as you learn fascinating historical facts, bizarre legends and amazing stories. Lunch On Board the Ship: Savor regional specialties as you eat lunch on board the ship as you sail to Vienna. Dinner On Board the Ship: Savor regional local foods as dinner is served aboard the ship. Entertainment on the Ship: After dinner, enjoy a fun-filled evening of entertainment provided by your Adventure Guides.
- Breakfast On Board the Ship
- Excursion to Bratislava, Slovakia
- Bratislava Walking Tour
- Lunch On Board the Ship
- Dinner On Board the Ship
- Entertainment on the Ship
Day 4Vienna, AustriaVienna · Austria
Breakfast on Board the Ship: Begin your day with a delightful breakfast and get ready for your adventures in Vienna. Panoramic City Tour of Vienna: Take a motor coach tour of Vienna—the jewel of Austria—featuring beautiful historic and contemporary architecture throughout. Discover fascinating details about this grand city that was home to Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Sigmund Freud and many more. Tour of Historic Schönbrunn Palace: Enjoy a privately guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace (translated as "beautiful spring")—one of the most magnificent palaces in the Hapsburg territory. Learn the rich history of this World Cultural Heritage site, a testament to Baroque. Explore the terraced gardens, including one called The Orangery that is the longest in the world and others that include a maze and a labyrinth. Inside the Palace, see the beautifully furnished rooms of the Imperial Family and the historic underground kitchens. Junior Adventurer Activities at Schönbrunn Palace: Junior Adventurers enjoy visiting the Palace's Children's Museum or maze. Children's activities are hosted by the Adventure Guides. Private Marionette Show: Vienna is famous for its marionettes—and at Schönbrunn Palace the whole family can participate in a unique marionette demonstration, followed by a private marionette show. Strudel-Making at Schönbrunn Palace: After the marionette show, enjoy a demonstration on how to make a famous regional treat—apple strudel! On Your Own Lunch Time in Vienna or Lunch On Board the Ship: Enjoy a delicious lunch in Vienna, taking your pick of the many small restaurants offering various types of cuisine including traditional Viennese food. Also, visit the Naschmarkt—an open-air market that has existed since the 16th century—and choose from a variety of fresh dishes. Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations. Or you can explore Vienna on your own then enjoy a delicious lunch on board the ship. Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship: Eat dinner on the ship and enjoy the sights of Vienna in the background. Choose Your Evening Activity
- Breakfast on Board the Ship
- Panoramic City Tour of Vienna
- Tour of Historic Schönbrunn Palace
- Junior Adventurer Activities at Schönbrunn Palace
- Private Marionette Show
- Strudel-Making at Schönbrunn Palace
- On Your Own Lunch Time in Vienna or Lunch On Board the Ship
- Enjoy Dinner on Board the Ship
- Choose Your Evening Activity
Day 5Melk, AustriaMelk · Austria
Breakfast on Board the Ship: Enjoy a delicious breakfast and get ready for your day of exploration. Choose Your Morning Activity Tour of the Countryside with a Bike Ride from Krems to Melk (Optional): Take a serene 4-hour bike ride from Krems to Melk (via the storybook village of Dürnstein) and enjoy the pastoral landscape dotted with rolling Wachau Valley vineyards. Please note: Due to the duration of this activity, Guests will not be able to select an afternoon activity and will miss the scenic sailing. Enjoy Lunch On Board the Ship: Eat lunch aboard the ship as it serenely cruises through the Wachau Valley. Choose Your Afternoon Activity Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship: Rejoin your fellow Adventurers at dinner on board the ship.
- Breakfast on Board the Ship
- Choose Your Morning Activity
- Tour of the Countryside with a Bike Ride from Krems to Melk (Optional)
- Enjoy Lunch On Board the Ship
- Choose Your Afternoon Activity
- Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship
Day 6Linz, AustriaLinz · Austria
Breakfast on Board the Ship: Enjoy a delicious breakfast before you venture into Salzburg. Choose Your Day Activities Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship: Eat dinner on the ship with the city of Linz as your backdrop.
- Breakfast on Board the Ship
- Choose Your Day Activities
- Enjoy Dinner On Board the Ship
Day 7Passau, GermanyPassau · Germany
Breakfast on Board the Ship: Wake up to a tasty breakfast and get ready for your day's adventures. Walking Tour of Passau: Enjoy a lovely themed walking tour of Passau, led by a local expert dressed in 18th century period clothing. Included in the tour is a marzipan-making activity that will delight your sweet tooth—and give you enough to take some home and share. Lunch On Board the Ship: Enjoy a final lunch on board the ship. Choose Your Afternoon Activity Private Oktoberfest Reception: Get ready to party German-style at this private Oktoberfest celebration where costumed local entertainers show you the music, folk dancing, beer, pretzels and more that have made this a yearly event all across the world. Dinner and Toast to Your Adventure at the Captain's Farewell Cocktail Party: Raise your glasses with the Captain as you say goodbye to your unforgettable adventure.
- Breakfast on Board the Ship
- Walking Tour of Passau
- Lunch On Board the Ship
- Choose Your Afternoon Activity
- Private Oktoberfest Reception
- Dinner and Toast to Your Adventure at the Captain's Farewell Cocktail Party
Day 8Vilshofen, GermanyVilshofen · Germany
Breakfast on Board the Ship: Settle in for one last breakfast at the close of your incredible adventure. Transfers to Munich International Airport (MUC): Say goodbye to your fellow Adventurers and leave with the memories of a lifetime!
- Breakfast on Board the Ship
- Transfers to Munich International Airport (MUC)
Hotels
What’s included
Included
- Disney-trained Adventure Guides and knowledgeable local experts
- Outstanding accommodations as specified in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Daily activities and entertainment as specified in the itinerary
- Admission fees to attractions and performances as specified in the itinerary
- Porterage service
- Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
- All transportation as specified in the itinerary
- Transfers upon arrival and departure (excluding pre- or post-nights not booked through Adventures by Disney )
- Wi-Fi on the ship
- All gratuities
- Taxes, including airport departure taxes (where applicable)
- Airfare to and from destination including excess baggage fees and other airport/airline fees
- Travel protection insurance
- Passport and visa fees
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks not in the dining room
Dates and prices
Per person, twin share
Good to know
- Please note: There are inherent risks with travel. In addition, there are unique risks associated with the following activities on this itinerary: Suspension, Animal and Boating. View a list of risks for these and other activities that may pertain to a modified itinerary or optional excursion.
- Note on Accommodations (subject to availability):
- Prices are Per Person based on Double Occupancy.
- Parties of 1 or 2:
- Guests are accommodated in 1 stateroom with 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds. Parties of 3:
- Guests are accommodated in 1 stateroom with 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds plus 1 fold-out chair bed. Parties of 4, booked as a Quad:
- Guests are accommodated in 1 suite with 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds plus 1 queen-sized sofa bed. Parties of 4, booked as 2 Doubles:
- Guests are accommodated in 2 staterooms each with 1 queen bed or 2 twin beds. NOTE: Connecting rooms may be requested but are not guaranteed.
- Prices are per person based on double occupancy.
- Preparing for Your Adventure: Required Travel Documentation
- For information on Required Travel Documentation, see the Adventures by Disney General FAQs.
- What to Pack
- Please limit your baggage to one piece of luggage per person plus one carry-on. With frequent security changes, we recommend that you check with your air carrier as well as the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) a for current restrictions. Since a majority of your adventure will take place outdoors, attire for your adventure should be casual and comfortable. However, you may wish to don business casual attire for dinner. The following is a list of clothing and other items you may want to bring: Clothing
- What to Pack Clothing Miscellaneous T-shirts (both short- and long-sleeved) Passport Collared shirts Medication Light sweater Camera/video camera Jeans or long pants Extra batteries or charger for camera Casual Dress/Skirt Sunglasses Shorts Sunscreen Lightweight rain jacket Umbrella Hat Toiletries Swimsuit Insect repellant Sturdy-soled walking shoes Binoculars Sandals Weather
- Visit weather.com for the most up to date weather information for your vacation dates and destinations.
- The Adventures by Disney Protection Plan
- For information about the Adventures by Disney Protection Plan, visit the Adventures by Disney General FAQ page.
- En Route / During Your Adventure: Arrival/Departure Information - West Tour
- Upon landing at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), you'll be met at the luggage claim area by an Adventures by Disney representative who will direct you to your transportation to the ship.
- Day Airport Code Arrival/Departure Time Arrival 1 BUD No later than 3:00 PM Departure 8 MUC No earlier than 12:00 PM Arrival/Departure Information - East Tour
- Upon landing at Munich (MUC) airport, please arrange your own transfer to The Westin Grand Munich. A batched transfer from The Westin Grand Munich to the port in Vilshofen, Germany will be provided at 1:00 PM on the day of embarkation.
- Day Airport Code Arrival/Departure Time Arrival 1 MUC No later than 10:00 AM Departure 8 BUD Anytime Language & Currency
- While the primary language of this trip varies by destination, many people speak some English. The unit of currency in Germany, Austria and Slovakia is the Euro. The unit of currency in Hungary is the Hungarian Forint. The unit of currency in the Czech Republic is the Czech Koruna. US dollars are not accepted at hotels, shops or restaurants, but ATM machines are available in most places along your adventure so you can obtain cash in the local currency. Most hotels and restaurants accept major credit cards or debit cards in addition to travelers' checks. Your Adventure Guide can help you with any currency issues or language barriers you may encounter.
- Gratuities
- Adventures by Disney has taken care of gratuities for all included meals and activities, such as tips for porters, housekeepers, drivers, activity providers, local experts and all crew. Gratuities for your Adventure Guides are also included.
- Transportation
- If you choose to visit other sites on your own, you will be responsible for your own transportation arrangements.
- During this adventure, transportation between destinations is provided by private ship. Transportation to and from excursions is on private motorcoaches.
- Extensions
- There are several options to extend your Adventures by Disney Danube River Cruise itinerary.
- You may stay in Munich or Budapest before or after our itinerary. Extended stays are available at special rates if booked through Adventures by Disney Travel Services, Inc. in conjunction with a land package and cannot be combined with any other offer.
- Please contact a Vacationista at (800) 543-0865 for further information.
- Itinerary Activities
- While this adventure is not considered physically strenuous, most days will include 2 or more hours of city walking, sometimes on uneven cobblestone streets. The escorted 4-hour bike ride is not suited for a child who is 15 years old or younger. For all bike rides, we strongly recommend that Guests be in shape, know how to ride a bike, have ridden a bike recently, and know that the bike ride will take place on a solid surface, gravel and cobblestones, through towns, along the river, near traffic, crossing streets, etc. Bike trails are not on grass. Please Note: Guests wishing to bike on their own can visit the Cruise Manager to reserve a bicycle.
- Although nearly all of the trip's featured activities are gentle if examined separately, the full range of activities requires a moderate amount of stamina in order to get the most of your vacation.
- Frequently Asked Questions: For General FAQs, please visit the Adventures by Disney FAQ Page.
Questions about Danube River Cruise
How much does Danube River Cruise cost?
The lowest current price is $6,099 per person (Jul 10, 2027 departure). Prices are per person, twin share, and depend on the departure date; the page lists every date with its price.
When is Danube River Cruise cheapest?
July 2027 has the lowest current price, from $6,099 per person, among 5 months with priced departures.
When does Danube River Cruise depart?
7 departures are open in December 2026, June 2027, July 2027, September 2027 and December 2027. Departures marked "On request" are confirmed by an advisor.
What is included?
Disney-trained Adventure Guides and knowledgeable local experts, Outstanding accommodations as specified in the itinerary, Meals as specified in the itinerary, Daily activities and entertainment as specified in the itinerary, Admission fees to attractions and performances as specified in the itinerary, Porterage service, Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast, All transportation as specified in the itinerary, Transfers upon arrival and departure (excluding pre- or post-nights not booked through Adventures by Disney ) and 7 more.
Where does Danube River Cruise go?
The 8-day itinerary visits Budapest, Hungary, Bratislava, Slovakia, Vienna, Austria, Melk, Linz, Passau, Germany and 1 more.
Where do you stay?
Hotels on this tour: AmaMora.
How do I book Danube River Cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website. Prices are read from the supplier and shown only while they are less than 14 days old, so a price on this page is never older than that. The final price is confirmed when you book.