1.200 Miles on the Beautiful Blue Danube
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Vienna
Austria
Glide through enchanting Danube canals past imperial palaces while sipping Viennese coffee in the heart of Central Europe's most elegant capital.
Arrive
2026-09-16 12:00:00
Day 2
Vienna
Austria
Glide through enchanting Danube canals past imperial palaces while sipping Viennese coffee in the heart of Central Europe's most elegant capital.
Arrive
2026-09-17 00:00:00
Depart
2026-09-17 02:00:00
Day 2
Bratislava
Slovakia
Explore medieval Bratislava Castle's stunning hilltop fortress and sweeping Danube views, then wander charming Old Town's baroque architecture and vibrant cafés.
Arrive
2026-09-17 07:00:00
Depart
2026-09-17 23:00:00
Day 3
Esztergom
Hungary
Marvel at the stunning basilica perched above the Danube River with breathtaking views across three countries.
Arrive
2026-09-18 07:00:00
Depart
2026-09-18 08:30:00
Day 3
Budapest
Hungary
Sail past grand palatial architecture and soak in legendary thermal baths while the Danube glides through Europe's most enchanting river city.
Arrive
2026-09-18 12:00:00
Depart
2026-09-18 21:00:00
Day 4
Vukovar
Croatia
Explore the haunting Vukovar Fortress overlooking the Danube River, a powerful symbol of resilience and history frozen in time.
Arrive
2026-09-19 12:30:00
Depart
2026-09-19 22:00:00
Day 5
Belgrade
Serbia
Explore centuries of Ottoman and Austro-Hungarian history while wandering the charming cobblestone streets of Kalemegdan Fortress overlooking the Danube.
Arrive
2026-09-20 08:00:00
Depart
2026-09-20 23:59:00
Day 6
Golubac
Serbia
Explore the dramatic medieval Golubac Fortress perched on the Danube River's edge where seven towers tell centuries of Balkan history.
Arrive
2026-09-21 07:00:00
Depart
2026-09-21 10:00:00
Day 6
Donji Milanovac
Serbia
Navigate dramatic Danube gorges framed by towering limestone cliffs that plunge into emerald waters below.
Arrive
2026-09-21 13:00:00
Depart
2026-09-21 14:30:00
Day 7
Svishtov
Bulgaria
Wander through centuries of Danube River history in this charming riverside town where Ottoman fortresses meet medieval Bulgarian heritage.
Arrive
2026-09-22 13:00:00
Depart
2026-09-22 14:00:00
Day 7
Ruse
Bulgaria
Explore majestic Ottoman fortresses and stroll through charming Danube riverfront squares steeped in centuries of Austro-Hungarian architectural splendor.
Arrive
2026-09-22 18:00:00
Depart
2026-09-22 20:00:00
Day 7
Giurgiu
Romania
Wander through centuries of Ottoman and Habsburg architecture in this charming Danube riverside town where history whispers from every cobblestone street.
Arrive
2026-09-22 20:30:00
Depart
2026-09-22 22:00:00
Day 8
Hârsova
Romania
Witness Danube River dolphins in their natural habitat while exploring medieval fortress ruins perched above charming riverside villages.
Arrive
2026-09-23 09:00:00
Depart
2026-09-23 23:00:00
Day 9
Fetesti
Romania
Navigate the scenic Danube Delta's labyrinth of waterways teeming with exotic bird species and pristine wetland ecosystems.
Arrive
2026-09-24 03:00:00
Depart
2026-09-24 09:00:00
Day 9
Bucharest
Romania
Wander through the opulent Palace of Parliament, the world's second-largest building, and discover Communist-era grandeur frozen in time.
Arrive
2026-09-24 11:00:00
Day 10
Bucharest
Romania
Wander through the opulent Palace of Parliament, the world's second-largest building, and discover Communist-era grandeur frozen in time.
Arrive
2026-09-25 00:00:00
About This Cruise
Experience the extraordinary destinations of Eastern Europe on this Danube River cruise adventure through the Balkans.Begin your river cruise along the beautiful Danube River in Vienna, the capital city of Austria. Visit Slovakia’s quaint town of Bratislava, take a fascinating guided tour of the Serbian capital of Belgrade, one of the oldest cities in Europe. Visit the fortress Golubac and the ancient Bulgarian capital of Veliko Tarnovo. Cruise through the dramatic views of Iron Gates Gorge - a natural border between Serbia and Romania.Enjoy a thrilling ride through the Danube Delta by boat and immerse yourself in nature.After your cruise, spend one night in Bucharestand explore its old-world charm, tree-lined boulevards and witness its socialist architecture.This cruise can also be booked in the opposite direction Bucharest to Vienna.
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