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- Platinum Operator
- CroisiEurope River Cruises
- River Cruise
- Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 30 - 160
- Age range 1 to 99
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Board and enjoy a welcome cocktail in Vienna
- Explore Vienna's Ring and hidden cultural gems
- Tour Budapest's architectural marvels and markets
- Discover Bratislava's Baroque beauty and castle
- Celebrate with a gala as we cruise back to Vienna
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 VIENNA
- Day 2 VIENNA
- Day 3 BUDAPEST
- Day 4 BRATISLAVA
- Day 5 VIENNA
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
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Operated by
CroisiEurope River Cruises
Number of tours
552
Age Range
1 to 99 years old
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
84%
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CroisiEurope River Cruises Ship
- MS VivaldiVivaldi is one of CroisiEurope’s finest river boats and a great choice for a Danube or Rhine river cruise. It features a modern and… Read more
Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingGood
- ItineraryGood
- GuideGood
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodGood
- Umangi· April 17th, 2025We had a very lovely voyage and a remarkable stay in Vivaldi .Food and the sevice was exelent and good value for money. Shall do again with CroisiEuropeShow moreCroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this reviewThank you so much for your kind message and the lovely photos you shared with us. We’re very glad to hear that your voyage aboard the MS Vivaldi was such a positive experience, and that you appreciated both the food and the service. We truly look... Show moreTrip date: April 2025
- Igor· October 16th, 2024Disappointing Experience with Wingbuddy and CroisiEurope’s "Jewels of the Danube" River Cruise (Sept 25 - Oct 4, 2024) Unfortunately, this was one of the worst cruises we have ever taken. I strongly recommend thoroughly reading reviews before booking any trip with Wingbuddy, a travel agency based in Montreal, Canada. While their official website shows only 4-5 star ratings, our experience was far from that. We booked our trip well in advance in February 2024, which included flights, transportation, and hotel stays before and after the cruise. We paid 50% upfront. The day after booking, Wingbuddy sent our Air Canada flight tickets—without baggage included. This meant that each checked bag would cost us $85 per person for both the outbound and return flights. When I asked to cancel the package and receive a refund, I was informed it was impossible because the tickets had already been issued, despite Air Canada allowing refunds up to 24 hours before the flight. Their trip description says not including any baggage for a transatlantic flight ?! There was no intention to fight. A few weeks before the trip, Eastern Europe experienced flooding. Wingbuddy sent us the embarkation voucher and hotel/transportation information, but there was no mention of any disruptions. Only two hours before leaving for the airport in Toronto did we receive an "urgent" email informing us that the itinerary had changed. Instead of embarking in Vienna as planned, we would have to take a bus to Budapest, with the ship being replaced the following day. This meant we spent the second day of our trip on a four-hour bus ride to a hotel in Budapest, and then another bus trip the next day to a Hungarian village, only boarding the ship late in the evening. Two days of our cruise were lost. We were fortunate the cruise happened at all—previous groups on the same itinerary had spent 9 days traveling by bus with just one day on the ship. Wingbuddy clearly knew about the situation well in advance and failed to notify customers, depriving us of the opportunity to cancel or reschedule. Their lack of transparency and communication is deeply concerning. As for CroisiEurope, the cruise company, we were equally disappointed. Overall very poor customer service. Very non-caring, rigid. Food overall was unhealthy , especially the breakfast. The ship itself was in bad condition, with dirty carpets throughout and outdated furniture. I cannot recommend CroisiEurope; you're better off spending a little more for a higher-quality cruise experience. The only positive aspect of the trip was the transportation, as the drivers were punctual and provided good service. In conclusion, Wingbuddy's lack of transparency and communication, combined with CroisiEurope's non-quality service, made for a highly disappointing trip. Their primary focus seems to be on securing payments, with little regard for customer satisfaction or the quality of the experience. I would advise potential travelers to be cautious and consider other options.Show moreCroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this reviewDear Mr. Ermakov, Thank you for sharing your feedback regarding your recent experience. Please be assured that we take the situation very seriously and will be responding directly to your travel agency with further details. We greatly appreciate your... Show moreTrip date: October 2024
- AAnonymous· October 16th, 2024Disappointing Experience with Wingbuddy and CroisiEurope’s "Jewels of the Danube" River Cruise (Sept 25 - Oct 4, 2024) Unfortunately, this was one of the worst cruises we have ever taken. I strongly recommend thoroughly reading reviews before booking any trip with Wingbuddy, a travel agency based in Montreal, Canada. While their official website shows only 4-5 star ratings, our experience was far from that. We booked our trip well in advance in February 2024, which included flights, transportation, and hotel stays before and after the cruise. We paid 50% upfront. The day after booking, Wingbuddy sent our Air Canada flight tickets—without baggage included. This meant that each checked bag would cost us $85 per person for both the outbound and return flights. When I asked to cancel the package and receive a refund, I was informed it was impossible because the tickets had already been issued, despite Air Canada allowing refunds up to 24 hours before the flight. Their trip description says not including any baggage for a transatlantic flight ?! There was no intention to fight. A few weeks before the trip, Eastern Europe experienced flooding. Wingbuddy sent us the embarkation voucher and hotel/transportation information, but there was no mention of any disruptions. Only two hours before leaving for the airport in Toronto did we receive an "urgent" email informing us that the itinerary had changed. Instead of embarking in Vienna as planned, we would have to take a bus to Budapest, with the ship being replaced the following day. This meant we spent the second day of our trip on a four-hour bus ride to a hotel in Budapest, and then another bus trip the next day to a Hungarian village, only boarding the ship late in the evening. Two days of our cruise were lost. We were fortunate the cruise happened at all—previous groups on the same itinerary had spent 9 days traveling by bus with just one day on the ship. Wingbuddy clearly knew about the situation well in advance and failed to notify customers, depriving us of the opportunity to cancel or reschedule. Their lack of transparency and communication is deeply concerning. As for CroisiEurope, the cruise company, we were equally disappointed. Overall very poor customer service. Very non-caring, rigid. Food overall was unhealthy , especially the breakfast. The ship itself was in bad condition, with dirty carpets throughout and outdated furniture. I cannot recommend CroisiEurope; you're better off spending a little more for a higher-quality cruise experience. The only positive aspect of the trip was the transportation, as the drivers were punctual and provided good service. In conclusion, Wingbuddy's lack of transparency and communication, combined with CroisiEurope's non-quality service, made for a highly disappointing trip. Their primary focus seems to be on securing payments, with little regard for customer satisfaction or the quality of the experience. I would advise potential travelers to be cautious and consider other options.Show moreTrip date: October 2024
- AUAmelia· August 17th, 2023I went with my two retired parents and they enjoyed themselves immensely. The river cruise is an intimate environment with extremely friendly and skilled staff speaking in three languages: French, English, and Spanish. The tours were also multilingual. I would have liked more options and care for folks with physical disabilities.Show moreCroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this reviewDear Mrs. Uzategui, thank your for taking the time to leave a review of your cruise. We are very glad to read that your parents had a great time. Thank you for your compliments on the staff. We are sorry if there was any failure in the care of people... Show moreTrip date: August 2023
- Staş· August 16th, 2023EXCELLENT experience! outstanding professionalism. exceptional team on MS "vivaldi". BRAVISSIMI!... :-)Show moreCroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this reviewDear Mr. Staş, what a lovely review! Thank you! We are so glad to read you had an excellent experience with CroisiEurope and the staff of the M.S. VIVALDI. We made sure to email them your review. We have well noted your comments especially on BUDAPEST.... Show moreTrip date: August 2023
- MMartinBrennan· November 7th, 2022Thoroughly enjoyed. Even though we were the only 2 english speaking people on the the tour everyone made an effort and we made good friends.Show moreCroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this reviewThank you for your pleasant message; We're happy that you enjoyed your trip.Trip date: October 2022
- PMPushpa· July 28th, 2022Excellent service, friendly staff and delicious food. Really appreciate the CroiseEurope chef for accommodating the vegetarian food and maitre de Anita for the exceptional service. Excursions were good too.Show moreCroisiEurope River Cruises commented on this reviewDear Mrs. Mistry, Thank for taking the time to review your cruise. We are glad to read you enjoyed your trip with us. We will forward your lovely comments on the food and staff to the ship, thank you! We hope we'll have the pleasure to have you on... Show moreTrip date: July 2022
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Noe
Asked on March 13th, 2025What is the group size for the tour?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written March 2025
Group sizes can vary, but we aim for a comfortable experience for all travelers.
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Odessa
Asked on February 17th, 2025How can I check for available spots on my preferred tour date?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written February 2025
Availability can be confirmed on our website or by contacting customer service.
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Victor
Asked on February 11th, 2025Will I need a visa for the countries on my itinerary?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written February 2025
Visa requirements depend on your nationality and the destinations you will visit.
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Lysiane
Asked on January 29th, 2025How do I make a reservation for the tour?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written January 2025
You can secure your spot by selecting the 'Book Now' option on the website.
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Glenn
Asked on June 4th, 2024We are interested in the 4 day capital cities along the danube cruise leaving on 28th October 2024. We would need 2 rooms (or 3) preferably with an outside view / balcony. Also do you arrange flights if needed?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written June 2024
I had a look at availability for you on the 28th of October 2024 and I'm afraid that the operator does not have availability on this date. Would you be interested in another departure date? We do have availability on the 1st and the 5th of November. Can you also confirm the ages of the children that will accompany you?
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Tatiana
Asked on March 31st, 2024What is the price range for the cabins?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written April 2024
Pricing varies between different cabin categories and package inclusions.
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Ana Paula
Asked on February 17th, 2024Do you provide assistance for passengers with mobility issues?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written February 2024
We strive to accommodate all guests, and assistance can be arranged if requested.
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Svenja
Asked on January 28th, 2024What forms of payment are accepted for booking?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written January 2024
We accept various payment methods, including credit cards and bank transfers.
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Kathrin
Asked on January 23rd, 2024Are there meal options for specific dietary requirements?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written January 2024
We can accommodate various dietary preferences if informed in advance.
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Alexandra
Asked on January 9th, 2024What are my options for cancellation if I cannot make it?
- CroisiEurope River CruisesOperator•Written January 2024
There are specific policies for cancellation depending on the timing prior to departure.
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