Danube Cruises in August 2026
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10 Danube river cruises in August 2026
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- Classical Danube Cruise (Budapest - Passau)
- Highlights of Romania & the Danube Delta
- Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2026
- Romantic Danube Budapest to Regensburg
- Romantic Danube Regensburg to Budapest
- Imperial Danube – VISTAMILLA Intermediate
- Imperial Danube – VISTAMILLA Standard
- Delightful Danube & Prague (2026) (Budapest to Prague, 2026)
- The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise) - BEETHOVEN
- European Jewels (2026) (Budapest to Amsterdam, 2026)
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Ships AMADEUS QueenAmadeus NovaAMADEUS AmaraAMADEUS Aurea River Danube Operator Lueftner Cruises August departure dates
29 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left From $4,704
15% Off- NZ$3,998You save $706
Duration 8 days Destinations Bucharest, Brasov, Sinaia, Bran, Buzau, Danube Delta, Tulcea, Sulina Age Range Ages 18-39 River Danube Operator G Adventures August departure dates
8 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$3,019
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 8+ Ships Avalon ExpressionAvalon IlluminationAvalon ImpressionAvalon PassionAvalon Visionary River Danube Operator Avalon Waterways August departure dates
See All Departure Dates12 Aug, 2026 7 spaces left 19 Aug, 2026 7 spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$6,437+$402 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Viking TorViking VarViking VeViking AtlaViking EgilViking GullveigViking Jarl River Danube Operator Viking Cruises August departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left From $7,832
35% Off- NZ$5,106You save $2,726
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Viking TorViking VarViking VeViking AtlaViking EgilViking GullveigViking Jarl River Danube Operator Viking Cruises August departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left From $6,696
44% Off- NZ$3,743You save $2,953
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome River Danube Operator Europamundo August departure dates
See All Departure Dates13 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left 20 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left From
44% Off- NZ$3,223
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome River Danube Operator Europamundo August departure dates
See All Departure Dates13 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left 20 Aug, 2026 10 spaces left From
44% Off- NZ$3,750
Duration 10 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic Age Range Ages 16+ Ship S.S. Beatrice River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection August departure dates
9 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left From $7,599
20% Off- NZ$6,099You save $1,500
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Ship MS Beethoven River Danube Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises August departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left 11 Aug, 2026 10+ spaces left From
20% Off- NZ$3,241
Duration 15 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany, Netherlands Age Range Ages 16+ Ships River Duchess S.S. Beatrice River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection August departure dates
30 Aug, 2026 9 spaces left From $12,099
12% Off- NZ$10,599You save $1,500
What people love about Danube River Cruises in August
- 8 days - Imperial Danube (Passau - Vienna - Passau) MS VISTA MILLA 4*
It is a nice quiet cruise.
- Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio
I had a great time. The food was excellent and the staff was friendly and very helpful. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. Beautiful scenery, a lovely trip.
What our customers ask about Danube Cruises in August 2026
What shore excursions are most popular in August along the Danube?
The Danube's August excursions focus on early morning exploration of cities like Vienna and Budapest avoiding the midday heat. Travelers can join afternoon wine tastings in the Wachau Valley or attend evening performances at historic venues. Recent guests highlight the bike tours through Vienna's Danube Island and evening classical concerts at Engers Castle. Ships like Avalon's Expression provide three types of tours: Classic Discovery and Active letting travelers pick their preferred pace.
What special events and festivals can I experience along the Danube in August?
The Danube comes alive in August with cultural events. Budapest hosts the energetic Sziget Festival while Vienna presents its Film Festival at Rathausplatz. Local celebrations include summer concerts at Regensburg Cathedral where guests often praise the Cathedral Choir performances. The Weissenkirchen region opens its doors for special wine tastings as vineyards prepare for harvest season.
What sections of the Danube River are most scenic to cruise in August?
The stretch between Melk and Krems known as the Wachau Valley shows off its summer colors with flowering vineyards on terraced hillsides. The dramatic Iron Gates gorge connecting Serbia and Romania provides natural drama while Budapest's evening illumination cruise captures the city's summer glow. Guests on ships like the AmaLea often gather on the Sun Deck while passing through the Wachau Valley for the best views.
How crowded are the major Danube cities and attractions in August?
Tourist numbers peak in August with busy spots like Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace and Budapest's Parliament Building seeing high visitor counts. River cruises work around this by scheduling early access to major sites. Recent travelers note that ship-organized tours help bypass the largest crowds through strategic timing especially in Vienna and Budapest.
What is the weather like along the Danube River in August?
The Danube region enjoys reliable summer weather in August with temperatures ranging from 75-85°F (24-29°C). Cities along the route see plenty of sunshine making it good weather for outdoor activities. The warm climate suits biking through the Wachau Valley vineyards or relaxing at Vienna's outdoor cafes. Places like the Art Deco Imperial Hotel provide cool respite from the summer warmth.
What unique culinary experiences are available along the Danube in August?
August brings out the best in local food culture from wine tastings in the Wachau Valley to Vienna's fresh produce markets and Regensburg's traditional beer gardens. Ships such as AmaWaterways' AmaMagna connect guests with local food through farm-to-table dining. Visitors often mention their time at Schloss Gobelsburg monastery for wine tasting and meeting local producers in Weissenkirchen as trip highlights.