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2025 Tour code: DPZ25
About the tour
Experience the convenience of direct flights to and from Munich with our 8-Day Danube river cruise. This effortless itinerary offers the perfect introduction to the must-see highlights of the Danube. Enjoy leisurely cruising through four countries and three capital cities, with plenty of time to admire the delightful river scenery.
Discover the beautiful Wachau Valley and the enchanting town of Dürnstein, where time seems to stand still with its cobbled streets and charming architecture. Admire the dramatically located Abbey of Melk, perched majestically on the riverbanks before exploring the imperial grandeur of Vienna, a city steeped in history and opulence.
Next, the spirit of Budapest awaits our discovery with its seamless blend of old and new before we explore the Slovakian capital - Bratislava and the baroque buildings of Linz. Delve into the mix of cultures, history, and landscapes along this iconic river's banks. Join us on a captivating cruise where every bend reveals a new chapter in the story of Europe's cultural tapestry.
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What’s included
Itinerary
Your vacation begins as you arrive in Munich and then head to Passau with your included open rail ticket. Our luxurious ship awaits us here, where we're greeted with a refreshing cocktail in the lounge. After settling into your wonderful cabin and familiarizing yourself with our magnificent ship, we indulge in our first delicious five-course dinner on board as we begin our sail downstream.
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Reviews
4.5 / 5 · 28 reviews
Robert Myczek
Submitted 27/Aug
This river cruise was excellent!! Getting from Munich to Passau required additional planning to ensure we reached the departure on time. Staying in Munich for one night on both ends of the trip is highly recommended to ensure flight connections are not an issue. Our tour directors and ship crew were excellent. We would highly recommend this river cruise.
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Jilla Piroozmandi
Submitted 23/Aug
The river cruise was wonderful and the tour director was also very helpful and cheerful. In fact he gave me some anti-acid on the ship, since we were sailing and no access to stores or pharmacy. But Vacations By Rail is very disorganized, does not give you sufficient information and thy do not have a 24/7 telephone number to help you when there is a problem, while you are on the way to your cruise. We were almost left behind, because I could not get hold of anyone. After we spent out of pocket funds to get to the ship and we boarded in a stressful condition, we found out that the ship and the cruise director has phone number which could be easily given to the passengers a week before included with the rail tickets to the port and with the info and picture of the cruise director on the email. I had to file a claim for our travel insurance and would not recommend Vacations By Rail. Find another company to do your river cruise.
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Elena Stame
Submitted 23/Aug
This River cruise was the perfect balance of adventures and relaxation. The tour guides were knowledgeable and provided a delightful overview of their cities history ( both good and bad). The ship was perfect in every way, but the food served on board made the experience extra special. All meals were outstanding!
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William Daigneau
Submitted 21/Aug
Overall a great river cruise. Budapest night cruise was a highlight. Linz was a disappointment, maybe more time in Vienna. Boat, crew and service were spectacular. Instructions on rail trip to Passau were insufficient. Thank god for Kevin Childs, who emailed me complete directions from airport arrival to ship boarding. Kate is a go getter, but her heavy British slur is difficult for us Americans to understand. Next time have Kevin handle the announcements. Will recommend to friends and family.
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Ken Carper
Submitted 20/Aug
I have a walking disability. Well in advance I emailed Vacations By Rail asking if planned activities involved walking or were bus/trolly tours of cities on the Danube. They did not respond. Once the tour began, the tour directors described excursions as easy or more challenging walks. Easy is relative and walking more than a block is very difficult for me. I was not able to do much of the land excursions. I'm a musician and asked about bringing an instrument so I could practice as the others toured. Because I didn't receive a response, I did not pack an expensive musical instrument. VBR did send a positive response about bringing an instrument, but not until about an hour before the tour began. It felt more like a cruel joke than a response. The room was fine, the food was fine, and views from the impressive and comfortable ship and onboard social activities were fine. I realize I was a special case, but advance communication would have made a great difference in my experience.
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Tracy B.
Submitted 20/Aug
I enjoyed the trip, but the tour guide, Kate, was less than helpful when told about the sickness of a passenger. She just said she would have to get her own doctor. Kevin, however, showed concern and checked on the passenger. We also paid an additional amount for a balcony that was completely blocked by locks or other ships about half of the cruise. The food and the rest of the staff were exceptional.
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