{"id":54763,"date":"2019-02-07T21:36:22","date_gmt":"2019-02-08T01:36:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=54763"},"modified":"2026-02-27T12:41:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T18:41:09","slug":"danube-river-cruises-2019","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2019\/02\/07\/danube-river-cruises-2019\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 2019 Danube River Cruises"},"content":{"rendered":"

If a European river cruise is on your bucket list, make 2019 the year!<\/h2>\n

Johann Strauss was inspired to compose the Blue Danube Waltz from his love of this wonderful river. Your Danube River cruise<\/a> gives you the opportunity to meet the people, visit cities, and immerse yourself in the culture of (depending on cruise selected) Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Serbia, Romania, and the Czech Republic. Soak in the romantic violin music of gypsies and the great classical pieces of famous composers.<\/p>\n

Click here to browse all of our Danube river cruises.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Danube River cruises<\/a> are probably on your bucket list, and we want to help you cross this dream off by booking you on a great cruise. We know the Danube River cruise companies<\/a> and can get you the best deals and discounts available. We’ll help you make your cruise the adventure of a lifetime.<\/p>\n

Give us a call at 1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> to learn about all the Danube River cruises 2019<\/a>. We’ve provided a small sampling of cruises below, and we’ll be delighted to book the perfect Danube “Bucket List” cruise for you.<\/p>\n

8 Day Avalon River Cruise from Budapest to Vienna<\/a><\/h3>\n

Enjoy an exciting adventure on the Avalon Visionary. Spend your time in Budapest exploring historic sites, shopping for unique and beautiful handcrafted items, and visit the Royal Palace grounds. Cruise between two countries as you head to your next port of Bratislava, Slovakia with its old-world cobbled streets and stone buildings.<\/p>\n

D\u00fcrnstein, Austria is located in the heart of Wachau wine country. Quaint 16th century homes line the cobbled main street. Visit the Benedictine Abbey in Melk and be awed by its beautiful frescoed ceilings and marble statues. Arrive in the elegant city of Vienna, the “City of Music.”<\/p>\n

There is so much to see and enjoy including the Hofburg Imperial Palace and the Vienna Opera House. The beautiful city of Vienna is where your cruise ends and memories begin.<\/p>\n

Click here for more information on this river cruise.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

9 Day Avalon \u2018Active & Discovery\u2019 River Cruise from Budapest to Linz<\/a><\/h3>\n

Avalon\u2019s Active & Discovery sailings are so much more than a cruise. You are invited to not only see, but truly engage in the culture. From art and language classes to hiking and bicycle tours through the countryside, Avalon\u2019s Active & Discovery river cruises will allow you to experience Europe like you never imagined.<\/p>\n

Begin your dream cruise in Budapest, known as the “Pearl of the Danube” and Hungary’s capital city. Take a sight-seeing tour to access many of the beautiful parts of this exceptional European city. In Visegrad, Hungary you can attend a Tournament of Medieval Knights at the majestic Lower Castle or visit the talented artisans at Palotah\u00e1z to observe paper-makers, stonemasons, and potters making items using ancient techniques.<\/p>\n

Vienna, Austria offers a potpourri of activities including fascinating “insider tours” and other sightseeing options. In Krems-Wachau Valley & Strudengau, there is much to see and do. Perhaps you’ll choose a canoe guided tour or a guided bike tour. Later enjoy cruising the beautiful Strudengau. Grein-Mauthausen-Linz engage guests in guided bike tours or other visits to historic sites such as the 9th-century elegant St. Florian Monastery.<\/p>\n

Your last stop is Linz. Enjoy visiting beautiful Baroque period buildings, the old town’s main square, and other fascinating points of interest in this Austrian city.<\/p>\n

Click here for more information on this river cruise.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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8 Day Viking River Cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg<\/a><\/h3>\n

Historic Budapest, Hungary is the launching port for your cruise. Before leaving the capital city you’ll see the National Opera House, Parliament Building, and the Chain Bridge. In Vienna, enjoy the beautiful baroque architecture as displayed in the Opera House, the elegant St. Stephan’s Cathedral, and the majestic Hofburg Palace.<\/p>\n

After arriving in Krems, Austria you can visit the Benedictine abbey. Its church has one of the largest ceiling frescoes in the world. Passau, Germany is home to St. Stephen’s Cathedral where you will hear an amazing pipe organ concert. Regensburg, Germany is considered to be one of the best-preserved medieval towns in all of Germany.<\/p>\n

Your cruise ends in Nuremburg, Germany where medieval architecture is displayed in fortifications and stone towers of its Altstadt (Old Town). You’ll also want to see the Kaiserburg Castle. The memories made on your Danube trip will be a topic of conversation for years to come.<\/p>\n

Click here for more information on this river cruise.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

12 Day Avalon \u2018Active & Discovery\u2019 River Cruise from Budapest to Munich<\/a><\/h3>\n

Avalon\u2019s Active & Discovery sailings are so much more than a cruise. You are invited to not only see, but truly engage in the culture. From art and language classes to hiking and bicycle tours through the countryside, Avalon\u2019s Active & Discovery river cruises will allow you to experience Europe like you never imagined.<\/p>\n

After seeing the extraordinary sights of Budapest, Hungary, you’re off to Visegrad where you might choose a guided-hike in the beautiful Danube-Ipoly National Park where you may photograph eagles, falcons, and other wildlife. Keep your camera close by.<\/p>\n

Your next port is Vienna, an amazing city that inspired the great talents of Strauss, Mozart, and Beethoven. In D\u00fcrnstein you’ll see the beautiful blue Stiftskirche (collegiate church). The quaint city of Grein is home to the oldest historic theater in Austria that is still holding regular performances. In Engelhartszell you can visit the Engelszell Abbey and tour the brewery.<\/p>\n

You leave your ship in Linz and drive to gorgeous Salzburg where you can visit some of the sites from The Sound of Music. After another day of exciting activities in Linz, you’ll go by motor coach to Munich, Germany where the journey ends. You’ll return home with many memories of this amazing trip.<\/p>\n

Click here for more information on this river cruise.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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12 Day Avalon \u2018Active & Discovery\u2019 River Cruise from Budapest to Prague<\/a><\/h3>\n

Avalon\u2019s Active & Discovery sailings are so much more than a cruise. You are invited to not only see, but truly engage in the culture. From art and language classes to hiking and bicycle tours through the countryside, Avalon\u2019s Active & Discovery river cruises will allow you to experience Europe like you never imagined.<\/p>\n

Begin your cruise in the beautiful capital city of Budapest, Hungary, which is home to Matthias Church, and Fishermen’s Bastion. Your first port is charming Visegard the home of the amazing Danube-Ipoly National Park where you can see eagles, falcons, fire salamanders, and more wildlife.<\/p>\n

Your time in the beautiful historic city of Vienna takes you back to a time of elegance when classical composers pieces were performed in this “City of Music” and charm.<\/p>\n

When you arrive in Krems, you may choose a Wine World experience and enjoy a wine-tasting. In Grein and Mauthausen you can soak up the early history of this amazing area with an ancient Roman fort, a 9th century monastery, or the horrific Mauthausen concentration camp from World War 11. Engelhartszell-Schl\u00f6gen is home to the Sensory Garden and it’s lush vineyards, herb garden, and and stone labyrinth, which are part of the Engelszell Abbey.<\/p>\n

After arriving in Linz, you may choose some shopping time. a guided history walking tour, or even take a cooking class.<\/p>\n

Prague is your last port, and an amazing city in which to finish your Danube River vacation. Before going off on your own, take a guided tour to see all of this city’s wonderful treasures.<\/p>\n

Click here for more information on this river cruise.<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Are you ready to book a Danube River cruise? Call us today at 1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> so we can help you find the one that fits your travel schedule. Remember, our services are always free! We can help you with all your cruise-related questions, and we love doing it.<\/p>\n

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