Danube Cruises in May 2026
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10 Danube river cruises in May 2026
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- Classical Danube Cruise (Budapest - Passau)
- Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2026
- Romantic Danube Budapest to Regensburg
- Highlights of Romania & the Danube Delta
- Romantic Danube Regensburg to Budapest
- Delightful Danube & Prague (2026) (Prague to Budapest, 2026)
- Danube Delights 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Budapest to Munich)
- Classical Danube Cruise (Passau - Budapest)
- Danube Delights 2026|2027 - 8 Days (from Munich to Budapest)
- Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Westbound) 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 May departure dates
19 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $4,278
15% Off- NZ$3,636You save $642
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 May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2026 7 spaces left 4 May, 2026 7 spaces left From
15% Off- NZ$6,234+$389 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Viking TorViking AlsvinViking VarViking VeViking AtlaViking EgilViking GullveigViking IdiViking Jarl River Danube Operator Viking Cruises May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $8,151
32% Off- NZ$5,506You save $2,645
Duration 8 days Destinations Bucharest, Brasov, Sinaia, Bran, Buzau, Danube Delta, Tulcea, Sulina Age Range Ages 18-39 River Danube Operator G Adventures May departure dates
9 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From
32% Off- NZ$3,019
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 18+ Ships Viking TorViking AlsvinViking VarViking VeViking AtlaViking EgilViking GullveigViking IdiViking Jarl River Danube Operator Viking Cruises May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $8,151
32% Off- NZ$5,506You save $2,645
Duration 10 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 16+ Ship S.S. Beatrice River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection May departure dates
See All Departure Dates8 May, 2026 6 spaces left 22 May, 2026 10 spaces left From $7,599
10% Off- NZ$6,839You save $760
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 12+ Ships Emerald DestinyEmerald DawnEmerald SunEmerald StarEmerald Sky River Danube Operator Emerald Cruises May departure dates
See All Departure Dates8 May, 2026 7 spaces left 16 May, 2026 8 spaces left From $13,466
56% Off- NZ$5,890You save $7,576
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Ship AMADEUS Amara River Danube Operator Lueftner Cruises May departure dates
31 May, 2026 6 spaces left From $4,589
15% Off- NZ$3,900You save $688
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Ships Emerald DestinyEmerald DawnEmerald SunEmerald StarEmerald Sky River Danube Operator Emerald Cruises May departure dates
See All Departure Dates15 May, 2026 7 spaces left 23 May, 2026 9 spaces left From $13,466
56% Off- NZ$5,890You save $7,576
Duration 10 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany Age Range Ages 8+ Ships Avalon ExpressionAvalon IlluminationAvalon ImpressionAvalon PassionAvalon Visionary River Danube Operator Avalon Waterways May departure dates
See All Departure Dates10 May, 2026 7 spaces left 11 May, 2026 7 spaces left From
56% Off- NZ$7,058+$389 upfront costs
What people love about Danube River Cruises in May
- Danube Classics Vienna 2026
The cruise was excellent in most aspects, especially the crew, who were absolutely lovely and extremely hardworking. Our ship, the Arosa Donna, was very smart and clean with adequate space in the lower deck cabin we occupied, but let down by the loud noises when going through the numerous locks. We found the food, which was prepared and cooked with care, a real treat at every mealtime and so too were the drinks - we enjoyed the water, wine, beer and the really good coffee! We enjoyed the time on and off the ship and would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy the scenery and see a little of Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava, as well as the delightful little town of Engelhartszell. In addition, we enjoyed the Wachau day trip. Thank you very much to Sabrina and all the other staff on board, who always did their very best to ensure everyone was able to make the best of their time on the 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."