Danube Cruises in October 2025
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10 Danube river cruises in October 2025
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- Early Season on the Danube 2026|2025 - 8 Days (from Munich to Budapest)
- The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise) (8 destinations)
- Danube Discovery 2025
- Romantic Danube 2025
- Danube Explorer 2026|2025 - 8 Days
- Classical Danube Cruise (Budapest - Passau)
- Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2025
- Enchanting Danube (2025) (Passau to Budapest, 2025)
- Danube Classics 2025
- Romantic Danube Budapest to Regensburg
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Ships Emerald DawnEmerald StarEmerald Sky River Danube Operator Emerald Cruises October departure dates
26 Oct, 2025 7 spaces left From $12,169
50% Off- NZ$6,084You save $6,084
The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise) (8 destinations)
19 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Excellent food; friendly and helpful staff.”
Laurel, traveled in June
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range All Ages Welcome Ships MS BeethovenMS Douce FranceMS Vivaldi River Danube Operator CroisiEurope River Cruises October departure dates
17 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$3,451
Duration 6 days Destinations Engelhartszell, Vienna, Bratislava, Krems an der Donau, Melk, Linz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA FLORA River Danube Operator A-ROSA October departure dates
31 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$1,606
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Ships AmaLeaAmaSonataAmaMoraAmaVerde River Danube Operator AmaWaterways October departure dates
See All Departure Dates15 Oct, 2025 10 spaces left 20 Oct, 2025 9 spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$7,134+$418 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 12+ Ships Emerald DawnEmerald StarEmerald Sky River Danube Operator Emerald Cruises October departure dates
26 Oct, 2025 7 spaces left From $12,169
50% Off- NZ$6,084You save $6,084
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Ships Amadeus ImperialAmadeus CaraAmadeus RivaAmadeus Nova River Danube Operator Lueftner Cruises October departure dates
26 Oct, 2025 10+ spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$3,681
Danube Dreams with 2 Nights in Prague (Eastbound) 2025
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The ship was nice, the staff were friendly and attentive, and the food was amazing.”
Tomra, traveled in May
Duration 10 days Destinations Czech Republic, Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 8+ Ships Avalon IlluminationAvalon ImpressionAvalon Passion River Danube Operator Avalon Waterways October departure dates
29 Oct, 2025 7 spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$7,883+$366 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Age Range Ages 16+ Ship S.S. Maria Theresa River Danube Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection October departure dates
26 Oct, 2025 8 spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$12,299
Danube Classics 2025
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The ship was beautiful as was my stateroom. The food was excellent.”
Barry, traveled in September
Duration 8 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Ship A-ROSA FLORA River Danube Operator A-ROSA October departure dates
24 Oct, 2025 2 spaces left From
50% Off- NZ$4,721
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 October departure dates
17 Oct, 2025 2 spaces left From $7,069
39% Off- NZ$4,330You save $2,739
What people love about Danube River Cruises in October
- The beautiful blue Danube (port-to-port cruise) (8 destinations)
The staff were excellent! All very hard-working, polite, very attentive - always pleasant.
- Danube Rhapsody (Passau - Passau)
Great crew meals, accomodations, and tours
- Danube Classics 2025
Tour Radar was very easy to work with. Anytime we had questions, they contacted ARosa for the answers. ARosa was very clean, kept with all Covid 19 guidelines. We never felt that we could be exposed to the virus. The only issue was the language. We took 2 tours that were completely in German. We did receive a 1/2 price discount, but had no idea what we were looking at or any history about the building or history. There were 8 Americans aboard. We did meet other passengers who spoke English as well as German. Most people that we interacted with in the countries spoke enough English that wasn’t an issue. We all came away with loving the Tour.
What our customers ask about Danube Cruises in October 2025
What is the weather like along the Danube River in October?
The Danube region enjoys comfortable fall temperatures in October with daytime averages of 15°C/59°F in Vienna and 16°C/61°F in Budapest. Fall colors transform the Wachau Valley creating a colorful backdrop for visits to landmarks like Melk Abbey and Dürnstein. According to TourRadar travelers the temperatures are ideal for city exploration. Evening cruising can be cool so pack layers as temperatures vary between destinations.
What are the special events and festivals along the Danube in October?
Cultural events line the Danube's banks in October. Vienna presents its Long Night of Museums while Budapest hosts the Contemporary Art Fair. Classical music fills Vienna's historic venues with Mozart and Strauss concerts. Over in Budapest the annual Wine Festival takes place at Buda Castle. River cruises often include evening entertainment programs with one TourRadar traveler noting: "The night classical music concert in Vienna was magical and the timing in October meant it wasn't overcrowded."
Which cruise ships operate Danube River tours in October?
The Danube welcomes several high-end vessels in October including the S.S. Maria Theresa Avalon Expression and A-ROSA FLORA. Each ship brings its own character - the S.S. Maria Theresa showcases baroque styling with Savoir® Beds while the Avalon Expression features full-window suites. A recent TourRadar passenger praised: "The Avalon Expression was perfect for October cruising with its panoramic windows to enjoy the fall scenery while staying warm inside."
What are the best shore excursions available on Danube River cruises in October?
October's mild weather suits both indoor and outdoor activities along the Danube. Popular stops include Vienna's Kunsthistorisches Museum Budapest's thermal baths and walks to Bratislava Castle. The Wachau Valley's wine harvest makes October an excellent time for vineyard visits. A TourRadar guest reported: "The Dürnstein wine estate visit with tasting was a highlight - October was perfect timing to experience the harvest festivities."
How crowded are the major Danube cities and attractions in October?
October presents a quieter experience than peak summer months while maintaining pleasant weather conditions. Visitor numbers drop at key sites like Melk Abbey and Schönbrunn Palace. Hotels including the InterContinental Vienna and Marriott Budapest typically have good room availability. One TourRadar traveler observed: "October was ideal - we could really enjoy places like the Budapest Parliament building without the summer crowds."
What are the dining highlights on Danube River cruises in October?
Fall menus aboard Danube cruises showcase seasonal ingredients like pumpkin mushrooms and fresh game. Many vessels offer regional dinner experiences featuring Hungarian goulash in Budapest or Wiener schnitzel in Vienna. A TourRadar guest commented: "The fall menu on our Avalon cruise was outstanding - especially the local specialties and wine pairings that highlighted harvest season ingredients."