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The Blue Danube

2021-2022 departures available now!

Discover the region of your dreams on a Blue Danube river cruise – history, culture and sublime landscapes paired with a CroisiEurope experience of exquisite cuisine and ultimate comfort.

With its 3000 km length, the Danube is one of the longest rivers in Europe. It originated in the Black Forest in Germany, crossed many countries before flowing into the Black Sea. Renowned for its beauty, it is also famous for the capitals it meets: Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest and Belgrade. CroisiEurope takes advantage of the geographical proximity offered by this waterway to invent routes of incomparable cultural and historical diversity. Cruises on the Danube that you will never forget!

The Danube has been an important waterway for centuries. Known in history as one of the borders of the Roman Empire, the river flows along the borders of ten countries: Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova and Ukraine.

 

 

Be surprised by our Danube River Cruise that will take you to the heart of Eastern Europe where you will discover stunning cities with rich heritage. You'll be swept away, that is a promise.
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Capitals of the Danube

Next departures: 11/02/2021, 11/06/2021, ...
VBV_AIPP

VIENNA - BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA - VIENNA

Embark on a cruise to the heart of the capitals along the Danube. From Vienna to Budapest via Bratislava, enjoy an impressive journey that will not fail to amaze you.
5 Days FROM $ 1,184 PP
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START IN 2021
Departure 11/02/2021
Arrival 11/06/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 11/06/2021
Arrival 11/10/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 11/10/2021
Arrival 11/14/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 11/14/2021
Arrival 11/18/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 11/18/2021
Arrival 11/22/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 11/22/2021
Arrival 11/26/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 11/26/2021
Arrival 11/30/2021
FROM $ 1,184 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM

* Price based on double occupancy

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The Pearls of the Danube

Next departures: 06/24/2021, 07/18/2021, ...
PAV_AIPP

LINZ - VIENNA - BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA - DÜRNSTEIN - MELK - LINZ

Cruise from Austria to Germany via Hungary and Slovakia. You will discover the historical and cultural treasures of the great capitals along the majestic Danube, from the famous scenes of the Vienna Konzerthaus to the Baroque palaces of Bratislava. Marvel at the vast plains of the traditional Puszta or hike through the small Carpathians to the ruins of Devin Castle. Tremendous landscapes and monuments with undeniable charm will be waiting for you.
7 Days FROM $ 2,267 PP
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START IN 2021
Departure 06/24/2021
Arrival 06/30/2021
FROM $ 2,518 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 07/18/2021
Arrival 07/24/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 07/24/2021
Arrival 07/30/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 07/30/2021
Arrival 08/05/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/05/2021
Arrival 08/11/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/11/2021
Arrival 08/17/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/17/2021
Arrival 08/23/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/23/2021
Arrival 08/29/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/29/2021
Arrival 09/04/2021
FROM $ 2,267 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 10/02/2021
Arrival 10/08/2021
FROM $ 2,518 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 10/04/2021
Arrival 10/10/2021
FROM $ 2,840 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 10/08/2021
Arrival 10/14/2021
FROM $ 2,518 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 10/14/2021
Arrival 10/20/2021
FROM $ 2,518 PP
Ship : MS Modigliani Ship category : STANDARD

* Price based on double occupancy

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From the Danube to the Tisza, through the Real Hungary

REF: BUT ( reverse direction REF: TBU)
Next departures: 05/14/2022
BUT_AIPP

BUDAPEST - MOHACS - Pecs - NOVI SAD - SZEGED - Opusztaszer - The Puszta - TOKAJ

From Budapest to Tokaj, between wild beauty and authenticity, take a journey to the heart of Eastern countries. Cruise from the Danube to the Tisza discovering unique and treasured traditions throughout Hungary, Croatia and Serbia. Experience 9 unforgettable days during which you will visit cities full of culture, history and breathtaking architecture and landscapes.
9 Days FROM $ 2,946 PP
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START IN 2021
Departure 05/11/2021
Arrival 05/19/2021
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Ship : MS Victor Hugo Ship category : STANDARD
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START IN 2022
Departure 05/14/2022
Arrival 05/22/2022
FROM $ 2,946 PP
Ship : MS Mona Lisa Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 05/22/2022
Arrival 05/30/2022
FROM $ 2,946 PP
Ship : MS Mona Lisa Ship category : STANDARD
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Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. TBU_AIPP SEE THE FILE

* Price based on double occupancy

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From the Blue Danube to the Black Sea

REF: VIO ( reverse direction REF: OVI)
Next departures: 04/25/2022, 06/20/2022, ...
VIO_AIPP

LINZ - MELK - VIENNA - BRATISLAVA - BUDAPEST - BEZDAN - NOVI SAD - BELGRADE - The Iron Gates - RUSE - GIURGIU - OLTENITA - TULCEA - OLTENITA

From the Iron Gates to the Danube Delta, admire the majestic blue river, crossing 8 countries and stopping in 4 capitals. You will discover tremendous landscapes of striking beauty where nature is queen. From Belgrade to Vienna via Bratislava and Budapest, discover unique architecture, history and culture all along the beautiful Danube.
12 Days FROM $ 4,253 PP
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START IN 2022
Departure 04/25/2022
Arrival 05/06/2022
FROM $ 4,703 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 05/26/2022
Arrival 06/06/2022
FROM $ 4,453 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 05/29/2022
Arrival 06/09/2022
FROM $ 4,853 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 06/09/2022
Arrival 06/20/2022
Sold out
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Sold out
Departure 06/20/2022
Arrival 07/01/2022
FROM $ 4,469 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 07/01/2022
Arrival 07/12/2022
FROM $ 4,253 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 07/06/2022
Arrival 07/17/2022
FROM $ 4,646 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 07/25/2022
Arrival 08/05/2022
FROM $ 4,662 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 07/26/2022
Arrival 08/06/2022
FROM $ 4,269 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/05/2022
Arrival 08/16/2022
FROM $ 4,646 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 08/06/2022
Arrival 08/17/2022
FROM $ 4,253 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 08/17/2022
Arrival 08/28/2022
FROM $ 4,269 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 08/20/2022
Arrival 08/31/2022
FROM $ 4,662 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 08/28/2022
Arrival 09/08/2022
FROM $ 4,253 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 09/22/2022
Arrival 10/03/2022
FROM $ 4,469 PP
Ship : MS L'Europe Ship category : STANDARD
Departure 09/23/2022
Arrival 10/04/2022
FROM $ 4,853 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE
Departure 10/04/2022
Arrival 10/15/2022
FROM $ 4,869 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Departure 10/15/2022
Arrival 10/26/2022
FROM $ 4,853 PP
Ship : MS Vivaldi Ship category : PREMIUM
Cruise in the opposite way

Be careful, the itinerary and/or excursions may differ in the opposite direction

REF. OVI_AIPP SEE THE FILE

* Price based on double occupancy

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A cruise on the beautiful Blue Danube and the Passion Play in Oberammergau, Germany

Next departures: 06/05/2022
OBP_AIPP

BUDAPEST - BRATISLAVA - VIENNA - MELK - PASSAU - Oberammergau - Munich

Set off and discover culturally and historically fascinating towns and cities, from Budapest to Passau. Discover ancient kingdoms full of history, wander around Schönbrunn Palace and visit the breathtaking Wachau Valley, the most picturesque part of the Danube on which the majestic Dürnstein Castle sits. Then, take part in a performance anchored in centuries-old religious tradition in the heart of the legendary village of Oberammergau. The Oberammergau Passion Play, which has taken place every 10 years for over 4 centuries, brings together the inhabitants of the village, who play the role of the main religious figures during an impressive outdoor theatre piece. This event, founded on a promise made over 400 years ago, now attracts spectators from all over the world!
8 Days FROM $ 4,356 PP
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START IN 2022
Departure 06/05/2022
Arrival 06/12/2022
FROM $ 4,356 PP
Ship : MS Douce France Ship category : PREMIUM

* Price based on double occupancy

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