Danube Cruises in May 2026
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10 Danube river cruises in May 2026
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- Danube Dreams (Eastbound) 2026
- Highlights of Romania & the Danube Delta
- The Legendary Danube 2026
- Classical Danube Cruise (Budapest - Passau)
- Delightful Danube & Prague (2026) (Budapest to Prague, 2026)
- Romantic Danube Budapest to Regensburg
- Romantic Danube Regensburg to Budapest
- Blue Danube Discovery 2026
- European Jewels (2026) (Amsterdam to Budapest, 2026)
- Imperial Danube – VISTAMILLA Intermediate
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
- NZ$6,463+$404 upfront costs
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
- NZ$3,019
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
- NZ$7,162+$404 upfront costs
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 $4,704
15% Off- NZ$3,998You save $706
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 May departure dates
See All Departure Dates3 May, 2026 10 spaces left 17 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $7,599
20% Off- NZ$6,099You save $1,500
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 May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10+ spaces left 2 May, 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 May departure dates
See All Departure Dates1 May, 2026 10 spaces left 2 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $6,696
44% Off- NZ$3,743You save $2,953
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 12+ Ship AmaSonata River Danube Operator AmaWaterways May departure dates
See All Departure Dates6 May, 2026 8 spaces left 13 May, 2026 10 spaces left From
44% Off- NZ$7,687+$437 upfront costs
Duration 15 days Destinations Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Hungary Age Range Ages 16+ Ships River Duchess S.S. Beatrice River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection May departure dates
10 May, 2026 10+ spaces left From $13,899
11% Off- NZ$12,399You save $1,500
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome River Danube Operator Europamundo May departure dates
7 May, 2026 10 spaces left From
11% Off- NZ$3,239
What people love about Danube River Cruises in May
- The Legendary Danube 2026
We just came off an Avalon Waterways cruise - the Legendary Danube. Everything was great! We enjoyed our land tour on Prague for 4 days (included city tour) and the float along the Danube for the next 7 days was nothing less than spectacular. The people were the frosting on the cake - met some great folks (both guests and crew). For us, it was a great way to see 4 awesome countries and cities, villages & everything in between. Thank you all!!
- 8 days - Imperial Danube (Passau - Vienna - Passau) MS VISTA MILLA 4*
I loved everything. If only they put some lounge music when there is no band, it'll be perfect. Most of the staff are amazing. Very clean everywhere. Would loved to cruise with them again. Fantastic price.
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."