Danube Cruises in May 2026
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10 Danube river cruises in May 2026
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Duration 19 days Destinations Italy, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, France, England Age Range All Ages Welcome River DanubeRhineSeineVltava Operator Europamundo May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 10 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $6,943
15% Off- NZ$5,902You save $1,042
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA MIA River Danube Operator A-ROSA May departure dates
See All Departure Dates14 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 21 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,333
15% Off- NZ$1,983You save $350
The Legendary Danube 2026
32 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Accommodation on the Avalon ship was of a very high standard, as was the catering.”
Riaan, traveled in August
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 8+ River Danube Operator Avalon Waterways May departure dates
See All Departure Dates11 May, 2026 7 spaces left 25 May, 2026 7 spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$7,098+$400 upfront costs
Duration 13 days Destinations Germany, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome River DanubeRhine Operator Europamundo May departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 13 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,886
15% Off- NZ$4,153You save $733
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 16+ Ship S.S. Maria Theresa River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection May departure dates
10 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $6,149
24% Off- NZ$4,649You save $1,500
Duration 23 days Destinations Spain, France, Switzerland, Italy, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic Age Range All Ages Welcome River DanubeSeine Operator Europamundo May departure dates
See All Departure Dates5 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 12 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $9,225
15% Off- NZ$7,842You save $1,384
Duration 22 days Destinations Bordeaux, Cadillac, Sauternes, Blaye, Bourg, Libourne, Paris, La Roche-Guyon, Vernon, GivernySee all destinations Age Range Ages 16+ Ships S.S. CatherineS.S Joie de VivreS.S. Bon Voyage River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection May departure dates
See All Departure Dates10 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 24 May, 2026 8 spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$24,299
Duration 8 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome River Danube Operator Europamundo May departure dates
See All Departure Dates4 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 11 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,401
15% Off- NZ$2,041You save $360
Duration 9 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Germany, Netherlands Age Range All Ages Welcome River Danube Operator Europamundo May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 8 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $2,569
15% Off- NZ$2,184You save $385
Duration 11 days Destinations Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria Age Range All Ages Welcome River Danube Operator Europamundo May departure dates
22 May, 2026 4 spaces left From $5,650
15% Off- NZ$4,802You save $847
What people love about Danube River Cruises in May
- 8 days - Imperial Danube (Passau - Vienna - Passau) MS VISTA MILLA 4*
Don't consider - go for it!!
- The Legendary Danube 2026
Everything was wonderful! We loved our room and the bed was soooo comfortable. All the staff was professional and friendly. The destinations were so interesting and the local guides made these places come to life. I loved the food. So varied, and the portions weren't overwhelming. Our chef was very good. I have only one little complaint. We read about the taxi drivers in Budapest being notorious for overcharging tourists. Our cruise director assured us that she would arrange the cabs for those needing them at the end of the cruise because Avalon has a relationship with a few of the cab companies. So I left it to the front desk to arrange, confident that we would be in good hands. Our cab driver had no meter in his car. He took us less than 3 kilometers to our hotel and charged us 10 euros. When we left Budapest and needed a cab to the train station, I made sure the hotel staff ordered a reliable cab and asked for the cost upfront--6 euros. And it was much farther. Aside from that, I loved all of it and want to do another Avalon cruise.
What our customers ask about Danube Cruises in May 2026
What special events or festivals can I experience along the Danube in May?
The Danube comes alive with cultural celebrations in May. The Vienna Festival transforms Austria's capital with performances in theaters and public spaces across the city. In Budapest the Spring Festival fills St. Stephen's Basilica with classical music while the Wachau Valley welcomes wine enthusiasts to tastings in riverside towns like Dürnstein and Krems. A TourRadar traveler mentioned "The spring festivals in Vienna added an extra special dimension to our May cruise experience."
What are the top attractions to visit along the Danube in May?
May offers quieter access to the river's main sites before summer crowds arrive. Visitors can explore Budapest's Parliament Building Vienna's Belvedere Palace and the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley without long queues. The Schönbrunn Palace gardens showcase spring flowers while lesser-known gems like the Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo offer cultural insights. A TourRadar traveler noted that "The spring flowers in the palace gardens and along the riverbanks made May an exceptionally scenic time for photographing landmarks."
Which Danube River ports are most scenic to visit in May?
Spring transforms the Danube's port cities. The Wachau Valley's orchards burst with blossoms while Budapest's riverfront glows in extended twilight hours. Dürnstein's hillside vineyards turn vibrant green and the Iron Gates gorge between Serbia and Romania flows with seasonal waterfalls. A TourRadar traveler commented "Cruising through the Wachau Valley in May was breathtaking - the hillside vineyards were bright green and the medieval villages looked like postcards."