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Highlights of the Danube Munich → Budapest (2025) (8 destinations)

8 days
From Munich to Budapest
3.9
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 38 - 48
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Munich

    You'll arrive in Munich and get transferred to your Travelmarvel river ship waiting on the Danube. After settling into your cabin, you'll meet your Cruise Director and other passengers at a Welcome Reception where you can start getting to know everyone on board.

    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
    Landmarks
    Danube River
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  2. Day 2

    Passau

    This morning takes you through Passau's historic Altstadt on a guided walking tour down cobblestone lanes. Later that evening, you're headed to Aldersbach Brewery for a tour followed by a traditional Bavarian evening with local beer tastings, regional food, live music and singing.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional Bavarian food at Aldersbach Brewery festival hall)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Passau's Altstadt (historic sites and cobblestone lanes)
    • Insider Experience at Aldersbach Brewery - brewery tour, local beer tastings with local food, live music and singing
    Landmarks
    Altstadt (Old Town), Passau
    Aldersbach Brewery
  3. Day 3

    Linz (with optional excursions to Český Krumlov or Salzburg)

    You've got choices today. Check out Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic to see over 300 historical buildings, or head to Salzburg and Mondsee for a guided tour including the famous Wedding Church from The Sound of Music. If neither appeals to you, just spend the day exploring Linz on your own.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Optional Activities

    • Excursion to Český Krumlov, Czech Republic (city with more than 300 historical buildings)
    • Excursion to Salzburg and Mondsee - guided tour of Salzburg with free time to explore, visit to Mondsee and the Wedding Church from The Sound of Music
    Landmarks
    Český Krumlov
    Mondsee
    Wedding Church, Mondsee
    Salzburg
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  4. Day 4

    Wachau Valley - Dürnstein

    Start with a visit to Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089, with a local guide walking you through the grounds. The ship then cruises through the Wachau Valley. When you reach Dürnstein, you'll have free time to wander around, and there's an optional wine tasting if you're interested.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Melk Abbey (active Benedictine monastery since 1089)
    • Cruise through Wachau Valley

    Optional Activities

    • Wine tasting at Dürnstein Abbey - taste local Grüner Veltliner or Riesling wine and brandy
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Wachau Valley
    Dürnstein Abbey
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  5. Day 5

    Vienna

    A drive along the Ringstrasse shows you Vienna's most famous buildings before your walking tour begins. You'll see St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, and Hofburg Palace on foot. Afterwards, browse the Naschmarkt stalls at your own pace. If you want something for the evening, an optional Mozart and Strauss concert is available.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Drive around Ringstrasse viewing famous buildings
    • Guided walking tour of Vienna city centre - St. Stephen's Cathedral, Graben, Hofburg Palace

    Optional Activities

    • Mozart and Strauss concert in Vienna's palace or concert venue, followed by evening drive around Ringstrasse
    • Visit to Naschmarkt to browse stalls
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Graben
    Hofburg Palace
    Naschmarkt
  6. Day 6

    Bratislava

    You'll walk through Bratislava's Old Town with a guide, visiting St Martin's Cathedral, Primatial Palace, Main Square, and Michael's Gate. By evening, it's time to celebrate with a Captain's Farewell Dinner marking the end of your river cruise experience.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Bratislava Old Town - St Martin's Cathedral, Primatial Palace, Main Square, Michael's Gate
    • Captain's Farewell Dinner
    Landmarks
    St Martin's Cathedral
    Primatial Palace
    Main Square, Bratislava
    Michael's Gate
  7. Day 7

    Budapest

    After disembarking in Budapest, your local guide takes you to see Heroes' Square and St. Stephen's Cathedral to explore the city's vibrant history. The afternoon is free for you to wander on your own, though you can join an optional tour to the Hospital in the Rock museum if that interests you.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Budapest - Heroes' Square and St. Stephen's Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Hospital in the Rock museum tour - World War II hospital located in caves beneath Buda Castle
    Landmarks
    Heroes' Square
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Hospital in the Rock
    Buda Castle
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  8. Day 8

    Budapest to Airport

    Following breakfast, you'll leave the river ship and get transferred to the airport for your onward flight, bringing your Danube cruise adventure to a close.

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
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  • Elly
    · September 29th, 2025
    The staff were fabulous, great locations, nice food. The only thing that marred a perfect trip was the laundry onboard losing my $180 dress.
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  • Greg
    · August 20th, 2025
    This is a wonderful tour on a beautiful ship. The staff are all so accomodating and friendly it’s like you’ve known them for years. The food is excellent as are the accomodations. The sights to be seen are utterly magical and beautiful. Do yourself a favour and take this cruise. It’s wonderful.
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  • Susan
    · December 17th, 2019
    The cabins were nice, the staff were very good, the food was delicious, the tours were interesting, and the Cruise Director, in particular, was excellent. Would not recommend going as a single traveller, however, as vast majority were couples or friends travelling together, so it was quite cliquey with the same people sitting together at meals, especially dinner. Plus, it was 90% Australians and Kiwis, and a broader mix of nationalities would have made it more interesting. The best part was seeing all of the various cities and towns along the rivers. Very nice trip overall.
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