![Germany](/assets/images/flags-48/Germany.png)
![Austria](/assets/images/flags-48/Austria.png)
![Slovakia](/assets/images/flags-48/Slovakia.png)
![Hungary](/assets/images/flags-48/Hungary.png)
![Croatia](/assets/images/flags-48/Croatia.png)
![Serbia](/assets/images/flags-48/Serbia.png)
![Bulgaria](/assets/images/flags-48/Bulgaria.png)
![Romania](/assets/images/flags-48/Romania.png)
![Moldova](/assets/images/flags-48/Moldova.png)
![Ukraine](/assets/images/flags-48/Ukraine.png)
Main Cities
- Regensburg
- Linz
- Passau
- Vienna
- Bratislava
- Budapest
- Belgrade
Fun Facts
- 2,860 km (1,780 mi) long
- Depth varies between 1 and 8 metres (3 - 26 ft.)
- Originates in Germany and flows Southeast.
- Empties into the Black Sea
- Danube river basin is the most biodiverse region in Europe.
Which Cruise Lines?
- Avalon Waterways
- Amawaterways
- Croisi Europe
- Crystal
- Riviera
- Scenic River Cruises
- Tauck
- Uniworld
- Emerald Waterways
- Viking River Cruises
![A Taste of the Danube](/assets/images/375x125/taste-danube-avalon-375x125.jpg)
A Taste of the Danube
Discover the fascinating and scenic Danube with its charming small towns and exciting cities on this European river cruise vacation. Begin with a guided sightseeing tour and a 2-night city stay in Vienna, the “City of Music.” Savor Sachertorte in a local café, spend time in one of the many marvelous museums, shop along the Kärntnerstrasse, or stroll along the historic streets.
![Avalon Waterways](https://murdochtravel.ca/assets/logos/logo-avalon.png)
![Gems of the Danube](/assets/images/375x125/gems-danube-scenic-375x125.jpg)
Gems of the Danube
Even so, every aspect of this itinerary will surprise and delight you. Explore Nuremberg, famous for so many landmark events in history; Vienna, with its remarkable array of elegant buildings; or Budapest, so often cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. You can look forward to enjoying it all from the deck of a Scenic Space-Ship.
![Scenic Luxury Cruises](https://murdochtravel.ca/assets/logos/logo-scenic.jpg)
![Danube Waltz](/assets/images/375x125/danube-waltz-viking-375x125.jpg)
Danube Waltz
Admire the Wachau Valley’s beauty. Learn to waltz at a Viennese dance school. Witness daily life in an abbey on an exclusive visit to Göttweig. Savor Austro-Hungarian cuisine in Vienna and Budapest. Explore lesser-known cities like Bratislava. Soak up soothing steam at a Budapest thermal bath. This 8-day itinerary reveals the highlights of Passau, Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest, while cruising leisurely through spectacular scenery.
![Viking Cruises](https://murdochtravel.ca/assets/logos/logo-viking.jpg)