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10 Days Central Europe River Cruise, incl. Budapest and Prague
Twelve destinations unfold across 10 days along the Danube. The itinerary showcases Budapest's Heroes' Square, Vienna's Hofburg Palace, and Melk's Benedictine Abbey, combining 7 nights of luxury cruising with 2 nights in Prague.
- Days 1-2
Budapest, Hungary
Get started in Budapest where your ship stays overnight. Board before 5 PM on the first day. Start day two with a morning hike to Gellért Hill before the crowds fill the trails. Your afternoon guided tour includes Heroes' Square and the Parliament Building. Looking for a local experience? Visit Széchenyi Baths at night when it's less crowded.
- Day 3
Bratislava, Slovakia
- Day 4
Vienna, Austria
The ship reaches Vienna early morning. Your city tour starts at 9 AM covering Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Want to avoid crowds in your free time? Take tram D to Belvedere Palace instead of busy Schönbrunn. The evening classical concert is optional but worth it for the historic settings.
- Day 5
Wachau Valley & Melk
Today's scenic highlight is the UNESCO Wachau Valley. Stop in Dürnstein where you can climb to the castle ruins that once held Richard the Lionheart. Visit Melk's Benedictine Abbey in the afternoon. A TourRadar traveler notes: "The views from the abbey terrace over the Danube are breathtaking but bring a light jacket as it gets windy up there."
- Days 6-7
Linz & Passau
- Days 8-10
Regensburg & Prague
Explore medieval Regensburg in the morning before a 4-hour coach ride to Prague. Take time to discover Prague's hidden spots. One traveler shared: "Walking through Vinohrady neighborhood at sunset gave us a real feel for local life plus amazing views over the city from Riegrovy Sady beer garden."
10 Days in Central Europe, incl. Munich and Budapest
This 10-day river voyage visits 8 riverside cities, including UNESCO-listed Regensburg, Melk's Benedictine Abbey, and Vienna's Palais Liechtenstein. Special concert performances complement guided tours of Budapest's thermal baths.
- Days 1-2
Munich, Germany:
- Day 3
Munich to Regensburg:
- Day 4
Regensburg:
- Day 5
Passau:
- Day 6
Melk and Dürnstein:
- Day 7
Vienna:
- Day 8
Bratislava:
Your ship docks near Old Town. Join the morning walking tour when the streets are quiet. The walk up to Castle hill takes about 15 minutes. Wear good shoes as the cobblestones can be slick.
- Days 9-10
Budapest:
Watch the sunrise arrival into Budapest from the deck. Visit Széchenyi baths when they open at 6 AM to enjoy them with locals. On your last morning, stop by the Central Market Hall (opens 6 AM) before heading to the airport.
10 Days in Eastern Europe, incl. Bucharest and Budapest
The S.S. Beatrice carries guests to 11 ports across 5 countries over 10 days. The route features Iron Gates gorge, Belogradchik rocks, and Golubac Castle, with premium beverages flowing freely throughout the 7-night cruise.
- Days 1-3
Bucharest, Romania
Begin your journey in Romania's capital. Visit the Palace of Parliament early on your first morning around 9 AM to beat the crowds. As one traveler noted: "The sheer scale of the Communist-era Parliament building is mind-boggling. Make sure to book the extended tour to see the underground levels." Your second day is perfect for exploring the Old Town where French architecture blends with Communist-era buildings. A food tour (€100) lets you try traditional Romanian dishes like sarmale and covrigi.
- Day 4
Ruse, Bulgaria
Take a short 1.5-hour drive from Bucharest to Giurgiu and board your river ship to Bulgaria. Ruse is known as "Little Vienna." You can choose between visiting the medieval capital of Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi village or exploring the rock-carved Ivanovo Monasteries. If you get motion sickness bring medication for the winding mountain roads to Veliko Tarnovo.
- Day 5
Vidin, Bulgaria
- Day 6
Iron Gates
- Day 7
Belgrade, Serbia
Take a full day to explore Serbia's capital. Start with the morning city tour of Kalemegdan Fortress and St. Sava Church. If you like being active join the "I Bike Belgrade" tour a simple 2-hour ride on flat terrain. One traveler shared: "Watching the sunset over the Danube while classical music played in the fortress courtyard was unforgettable."
- Day 8
Vukovar, Croatia
- Days 9-10
Budapest, Hungary
What people love about 10-day Danube river cruises
- Christmas on the Danube featuring a 6-Night Danube River Cruise (Wurzburg to Vienna)
We've used Collette now for over 20 years. I have never been disappointed in any of my trips with them. We had planned to go to Italy and South Africa in 2020. Due to Covid-19 both of these trips were cancelled. Collette REFUNDED 100% of our money, they even refunded the insurance! This is unheard of in most of the travel industry. THANK YOU, Collette for taking care of us through the years and also for doing the "right" things always! Collette is the best!
- Classical Danube (Passau - Budapest - Passau) MS Fidelio
My mum and I loved the whole trip along the Danube. The service on MS Crucestar was impeccable, with delicious food and friendly staff. The facilities onboard are comfortable and clean, and the guides and entertainers are amazing. Thanks for a wonderful adventure!