Starting off with the "Queen of the Danube", Budapest this cruise will give you the opportunity to enjoy well-known cities as well as smaller towns "off the beaten path" before you will conclude your Danube-experience in Vienna, the grand capital of Austria.

Vienna, a city of ornate architecture and distinguished composers at the very heart of European culture is the starting point of your cruise which will put you in touch with Austrian, Slovakian and Hungarian culture and finish in Budapest, Hungary`s enchanting and elegant capital.

From the film city of Budapest to the city of humor – Bratislava – and on to the music city of Vienna. And then out into nature. To where the wine grows, where the monasteries tower over the Danube. and a blue church tower is known as the “Finger of God”. As in a symphony, all the places combine to form a powerful ensemble.

Join us on this special cruise to cities and villages along the Danube, aglow with twinkling lights and fairy-tale scenes not to mention the thrill of Christmas markets. Christmas in Europe can only be described as a winter wonderland.

The name says it all: an autumn serenade of particularly colourful individual movements.

From the Bavarian bishop`s city of Passau along beautiful river landscapes to the impressive capital of Austria – this cruise has it all!

From the impressive capital of Austria along beautiful river landscapes to the Bavarian bishop‘s city of Passau – this cruise has it all!

Christmas is all around you on this short cruise to beautiful small and big Christmas markets in Passau, Salzburg, Linz, Krems and Vienna. Put yourself into the Christmas spirit while sipping mulled wine and eating delicious ginger bread.

Christmas is all around you on this short cruise to beautiful small and big Christmas markets in Vienna, Krems, Linz, Salzburg and Passau.

Austria and Bavaria are the two countries which will be visited on this cruise - ample time is allocated in smaller villages in the famous Wachau and Upper Austria as well as in the more famous cities like Linz (with Salzburg nearby), Passau and Vienna

This cruise will put you in the footsteps of the former Austro-Hungarian empire as you follow the Danube from Budapest via Bratislava and the picturesque landscapes of Wachau and Upper Austria to Passau with the grand finale in Vienna.

Three majestic Habsburg capitals are delighted to present their architectual beauty and centuries of history to you on this cruise.

Three majestic Habsburg capitals are delighted to present their architectual beauty and centuries of history to you on this cruise.

Handcrafted gifts and ornaments, freshly baked gingerbread, the scent of mulled wine - these are the ingredients to this short "Advent" break along the Danube river.

The great composer Mozart was curious about life. And on this cruise, we will satisfy your curiosity. Discover the lively metropolis of Bratislava and the bucolic landscape of the Wachau, relax over a glass of good wine or find stimulation in the Kittenberger Gardens. Let yourself be inspired by the beauty of art and nature that surrounds you.

Stroll through the alleys of the pretty Danube town of Ybbs, the home of Austria`s oldest Danube power plant. In Passau, the city of three rivers, art historians explore the cathedral, beer lovers take a guided tour and tasting in a brewery and nature lovers discover the region by bike. Linz offers a journey into the past and the future, both at the same time. On the one hand, there`s the baroque architecture, the old city hall and the spectacular cathedral. And on the other hand, there is the Ars Electronica Center, one of the most important facilities of the UNESCO City of Media Arts. It is these contrasts that make this trip so special.

Starting in striking Budapest this cruise will bring you to Vienna via interesting Bratislava and lots of small historic towns and villages which incorporate many Austrian traditions.

Begeben Sie sich auf eine faszinierende Reise von Budapest nach Wien, die mit einer Besichtigung der Sehenswürdigkeiten und einer spektakulären Fahrt in der Abenddämmerung von Budapest aus beginnt. Diese bezaubernde Donaukreuzfahrt führt Sie zu bemerkenswerten Zielen. Erkunden Sie die faszinierende Mischung aus Alt und Modern in Bratislava und tauchen Sie in die reiche Geschichte und Architektur der Stadt ein. Besuchen Sie das majestätische Stift Melk mit seinen opulenten Sälen und dem atemberaubenden Ausblick auf die umliegende Landschaft. Entdecken Sie die charmante Stadt Krems, die für ihre malerischen Weinberge und ihr Altstadtambiente bekannt ist. Beenden Sie Ihre Reise in Wien, wo sich kaiserliche Pracht und künstlerische Brillanz miteinander verbinden. Tauchen Sie ein in das reiche kulturelle Erbe, die pulsierende Musikszene und die berühmten Wahrzeichen der Stadt. Erleben Sie die Faszination der Donau während der gesamten Kreuzfahrt, von Panoramablicken bis hin zu bezaubernden Städten, und schaffen Sie unvergessliche Erinnerungen.

Like Ravel with the Boléro, we have also created a work of art with this cruise. Well, a small one at least. From Lyon to Avignon. Seven days in the south of France. Seven days of culinary delights and sensuality. Seven days of experiences you will want to talk about for many years to come. Simply book now and enjoy the sense of anticipation. And then it can soon start!

Embark on our Rhône Retreat: Lyon Loop cruise and explore the captivating beauty of the Rhône River. Departing from Lyon, the culinary capital of France, you`ll journey through Provence, visiting charming destinations along the way. In Viviers, discover its medieval charm and visit its captivating cathedral. Continue to Tournon, where the historic Tournon Castle offers panoramic views of the Rhône Valley. Immerse yourself in the Roman heritage of Vienne, exploring well-preserved ruins and medieval architecture. Finally, we return to Lyon, where you can indulge in the city`s gastronomy and explore its UNESCO-listed Old Town. This short cruise promises a delightful blend of history, scenery, and culinary delights.

Mozart

Mozart

Mozart

Mozart