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This classic cruise brings together glorious cities along one of the world‘s most beautiful stretches of rivers on a trip through the heart of Old World Europe.
This quintessential cruise along the beautiful Danube begins with an overnight in the “Queen of the Danube“ — the capital city of Budapest, which straddles the river with its hilly ‘Buda‘ featuring Fisherman‘s Bastion & castle district over to the flat ‘Pest‘ side with its iconic Parliament building, to the “Three Rivers City“ of Passau at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers.
Along the way travel through four of Europe‘s most important countries — Hungary, Slovakia, Austria & Germany. Explore years of history and culture in the Imperial cities of Budapest, Vienna & Bratislava as well as the UNESCO protected Austrian Wachau Valley — blanketed with rolling hills, flourishing vineyards and picturesque villages. Experience the beauty along the Danube River.
Itinerary
Your journey starts in Budapest. This evening, join us for a Welcome Cocktail, followed by a specially-prepared Welcome Dinner. In the evening, our illuminated cruise through Budapest will light up your heart, while your spirit comes alive with a spirited folklore show of local artists who dance, sing and enchant aboard.
Stay Budapest
Over Night
Excursions
AMADEUS Experience: Evening cruise with folklore show on board
Enjoy a morgning full of wonders in the Hungarican capital. Budapest, the "Queen of the Danube", enchants with her grace and architectural style. During the morning tour, see the State Opera House, Parliament, and Heroes Square. From the towers of Fisherman’s Bastion, capture the beauty of the river landscape to carry home with you. After lunch, join us for an excursion to the Hungarian countryside to explore the artists‘ town of Szentendre, and the former capital of Hungary, Esztergom. Should you choose to remain on board, enjoy an afternoon relaxing on deck, before arriving in Esztergom for dinner, where your fellow passengers rejoin the vessel.
Stay Budapest
Departure at 1:30pm
Excursions
Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders
Esztergom, Visegrád castle and Szentendre
Stay Esztergom
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Dream peacefully as we cruise along. Upon waking, the capital of Slovakia greets you through the window. On our tour, the city reveals its magic. With St. Martin's Cathedral, the Grassalkovich Palace, and the Castle Hill, from which your view stretches across the city, land, and river. Afterward, a guided walk takes you into the heart of Bratislava – through baroque palaces, squares, and the many little treasures that make this city so remarkable.
In the afternoon, you can join us for a visit to a winery in the Little Carpathians and indulge in the region’s delights. In the evening, a particularly elegant experience awaits: A waltz dance class on board, where you’ll glide across the floor to the rhythm of the music and immerse yourself in the traditional Viennese dance experience.
Stay Bratislava
8:00am - 11:00pm
Excursions
Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube
AMADEUS Taste: Vineyard Raca and the Carpathian wine region
AMADEUS Experience: Waltz Lesson on Board
There is much to see in Imperial Vienna: Palaces, a Museum Quarter displaying works by artists Egon Schiele and Gustav Klimt, the historic buildings along the Ringstrasse, St. Stephen’s Cathedral and the famous Vienna State Opera among others. In the afternoon, choose to venture to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia and the Habsburg Empire. This evening take the opportunity to attend the “Sound of Vienna“ and listen to the “Alt Vienna“ orchestra play popular pieces from Vienna’s classical era — a perfect end to your Vienna experience.
Stay Vienna
Arrival at 7:00am
Excursions
Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour
Visit to Schönbrunn Palace
"Sound of Vienna" classical concert (Cat. B)
The romantic Wachau Valley is one of the most beautiful landscapes of Austria, blanketed with vineyards and small villages. In the morning your ship docks in Dürnstein, with its blue medieval abbey on the edge of the Danube river. Wander through this quaint village or join a walking tour featuring a visit to the Dürnstein Abbey. After lunch on board, enjoy breathtaking views from the sun deck as you cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Wachau Valley. In the afternoon, visit the eye-catching Baroque Benedictine abbey of Melk. This Baroque jewel is filled with interior frescoes created by preeminent artists of the18th century, and a magnificent library with priceless manuscripts.
Stay Vienna
Departure at 12:30am
Stay Duernstein
8:00am - 12:00pm
Excursions
Dürnstein with Abbey and tasting
Stay Emmersdorf
3:00pm - 7:00pm
Excursions
Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel
Linz invites you to a thrilling exploration in the morning. Visit the Ars Electronica Center and dive into a world of innovation – from interactive installations to visionary technologies. Alternatively, you can explore the city on a guided walk through the old town: Austria's largest church, charming alleys, and the loving details that define this vibrant Danube city, while a slice of Linzer Torte sweetens your day.
For nature lovers, our active hiking tour around Linz offers stunning views and new perspectives. Or, join us for a trip to Salzburg and experience Mozart's hometown, along with the sparkling lakes of the Salzkammergut, rounded off with a delicious lunch.
Stay Linz
7:00am - 11:00pm
Excursions
Linz with visit of the ARS Electronica
AMADEUS Active: Hiking in Linz
OR Full-day Salzburg with lunch
After breakfast, you’ll look far beyond the horizon: On our tour through Passau, you’ll discover the unique charm of winding alleys and baroque masterpieces that continue to shape the city’s landscape today. In the afternoon, the Veste Oberhaus beckons, standing high above Passau as one of the largest preserved castle complexes in Europe, offering the most beautiful view over the city. Back on board, you’ll enjoy a hearty Bavarian evening with live music and regional delicacies.
Stay Passau
Arrival at 8:00am
Excursions
AMADEUS TASTE: Culinary tour Passau
Visit of the Veste Oberhaus with three rivers viewpoint
AMADEUS Experience: Bavarian evening on board
After breakfast, we bid you farewell. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Stay Passau
Over Night
We reserve the right to make amendments to the timetable and program.
Reverse direction itinerary
Would you like to start your journey from the current disembarkation port? Then follow the link to the itinerary in reversed direction:
15% Early Booking Discount
Book now and save 15% for all bookings made until 30 November 2025.
Optional Post Cruise Extension in Prague
Book a post program after your 7-night Budapest — Passau cruise departing 19 June and 08 August 2025.
Dates & Prices
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Spacious bathroom, panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Comfortable corner sofa, luxurious bathroom, walk-out exterior balcony, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, bathrobe, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, drop-down panoramic window, mini-bar, walk-in wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Spacious bathroom, small panoramic window (cannot be opened), spacious wardrobe, choice of bed configuration (double or twin bed), flat-screen television, individual climate control, en-suite bathroom with shower/WC, hair dryer, direct dial telephone and in-room safe. Cabins with connecting doors are available on request.
Inclusions
Suites & Staterooms
- Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except AMADEUS Brilliant)
- Individual climate control and in-room safe
- Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
Gourmet Dining
- Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack
- Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions of Europe served with dinner on board
- Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the AMADEUS Club
- Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner and Farewell Gala Dinner
Voyage of Discovery
- Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director
- AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions
- Immersive cultural or musical performances as part of the AMADEUS Experience, along with a diverse array of onboard enrichment programs,including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, and music by our onboard musicians
- Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration
- Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
- All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare
Excursions and excursion packages
Cruise your way and choose from a carefully curated selection of immersive and inspiring excursions and adventures! Select one of our packages offered at a discounted rate when purchased in advance or book individual shore excursions at regular rates on board your cruise.
Package A | for only € 411 per person
Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance.
- Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders
- Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube
- Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour
- Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel
- Full-day Salzburg with lunch
- AMADEUS TASTE: Culinary tour Passau
Package B | for only € 667 per person
Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance.
- Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders
- Esztergom, Visegrád castle and Szentendre
- Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube
- Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour
- "Sound of Vienna" classical concert (Cat. B)
- Dürnstein with Abbey and tasting
- Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel
- Linz with visit of the ARS Electronica
- AMADEUS Active: Hiking in Linz
- AMADEUS TASTE: Culinary tour Passau
Package C | for only € 772 per person
- Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders
- Esztergom, Visegrád castle and Szentendre
- Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube
- AMADEUS Taste: Vineyard Raca and the Carpathian wine region
- Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour
- Visit to Schönbrunn Palace
- "Sound of Vienna" classical concert (Cat. B)
- Dürnstein with Abbey and tasting
- Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel
- Full-day Salzburg with lunch
- AMADEUS TASTE: Culinary tour Passau
- Visit of the Veste Oberhaus with three rivers viewpoint
Budapest – Passau
Unit Price
AMADEUS Experience: Evening cruise with folklore show on board
Included
Budapest - Castle Hill & Historic Wonders
€ 65
Esztergom, Visegrád castle and Szentendre
€ 66
Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube
€ 65
AMADEUS Taste: Vineyard Raca and the Carpathian wine region
€ 79
AMADEUS Experience: Waltz Lesson on Board
Included
Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour
€ 52
Visit to Schönbrunn Palace
€ 81
"Sound of Vienna" classical concert (Cat. B)
€ 83
Dürnstein with Abbey and tasting
€ 58
Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel
€ 69
Linz with visit of the ARS Electronica
€ 56
AMADEUS Active: Hiking in Linz
€ 38
OR Full-day Salzburg with lunch
€ 173
AMADEUS TASTE: Culinary tour Passau
€ 60
Visit of the Veste Oberhaus with three rivers viewpoint
€ 57
AMADEUS Experience: Bavarian evening on board
Included
Prices per person if excursions are purchased on board.
Additional Services
Transfer
You're in good hands with us from the start: Let us book you a transfer from the airport or train station to the ship port and back. The following rates apply per transfer for 1-2 people:
Budapest (Hungary)
Train Station - Port € 38
Airport - Port € 60
Budapest City Centre - Port € 60
Passau (Germany)
Port - Train Station € 44
Port - Airport Munich € 305
