Best of the Danube

8 days | Budapest to Passau or vice versa

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Deal Details

Travel Dates

Apr - Oct 26 & 27

Sale Ends

Apr 16, 2026

Priced From

$4,799 per person

BEST OF SUMMER SALE 

Save up to 30%* on select 2026 departures

Book by 16 Apr 26

 

Trafalgar Best of the Danube Map

Cruise through the heart of Europe along the legendary Danube River, journeying from the grand boulevards of Budapest to the charming streets of Passau, with the option to extend your adventure in the magical city of Prague, either before or after your river cruise. This carefully curated itinerary blends scenic river cruising with immersive cultural experiences across Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria. Discover imperial capitals, picturesque valleys, and historic riverside towns while enjoying meaningful Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences that bring local traditions and communities to life.

Onboard, relax in comfort with attentive service, regionally inspired dining, included beverages, and welcoming social spaces. With daily guided sightseeing balanced by time to unwind and enjoy the scenery, this journey offers an effortless and enriching way to explore Central Europe.

Highlights

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  • Cruise the iconic Danube River from Budapest to Passau ith the option to extend your journey in Prague either before or after the river cruise
  • Scenic sailing through the Danube Bend and the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley
  • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience through Transdanubia, connecting with local culture and sustainable
  • traditions
  • Exclusive Be My Guest experience in the Wachau region, offering authentic hospitality and regional flavours
  • Guided discovery of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Linz, Spitz, and Passau

Pricing

Reverie Classic

8 Day Cruise (classic cabin) 

from

$4,799*

per person twin share in a Classic Riverview Stateroom

Based on 27 Jun 26 departure


Also available in other cabin types and as cruise only or with 2 Night Budapest  or Prague extensions. Enquire for pricing

What's Included

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8 Day Cruise

Experience Director, Experience Manager & crew
    
Be My Guest and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experiences
    
Daily included experiences & local tours
    
Buffet breakfast & lunch, à la carte dinner with local flavours
    
Wine, beer & soft drinks with lunch and dinner
    
Teatime during an afternoon sailing
    
Lounges and sundeck for relaxing, socialising or games
    
Full morning service & evening turndown
    
Onboard entertainment
    
Self-service laundry
    
Bicycles for land use

 

Itinerary

Day 1
Embark in Budapest
Day 2
Cruise the Danube Bend
Day 3
Through Transdanubia to Bratislava
Day 4
Culture and Architecture in Vienna
Day 5
Cruise the Wachau Valley
Day 6
See Historic Linz
Day 7
Cross the Upper Austrian Hills into Passau
Day 8
Farewell Passau

Your Ship - Trafalgar Reverie

Trafalgar Reverie Exterior Danube

The Trafalgar Reverie accommodates an average of 128 guests and boasts one of the highest staff-to-guest ratios in river cruising. Each stateroom features sweeping river views, while the ship’s elegant, carefully designed interiors create an inviting and distinctive atmosphere. Guests can relax in the lounge or soak in the scenery from the sundeck as the timeless beauty of the Danube River drifts by.

 

 

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