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 Danube River Cruises

Provides Detailed Info on the Upper & Lower Danube

Use this page to learn about Danube River Cruises—then call us your certified Europe river cruise experts (we have been on 17 river cruises and have led several group cruises )-- to find the right cruise line and trip for you, at 713-397-0188 (Hank) or 832-244-0215 (Anne) so we can help you plan your next Europe River Cruise vacation —Your journey begins here!

At 1,770 miles, the Danube is the second longest river in Europe—only the Volga is longer. It passes through 10 Central and Eastern European Countries. This is a river of legends, serves a borderline between countries, has four capital cities on or near its banks and romantic sights of medieval castles, baroque churches and abbeys and rococo palaces. No wonder why it is the most popular European River Cruise Route—about 30% of all cruisers chose this route! Here is some great information about the 2 most common routes on the Danube.

Route # 1—The Upper Danube

Schonbuhl Castle—the Watchman of the Wachau Valley on the Danube River

Schonbuhl Castle—the Watchman of the Wachau Valley on the Danube River

We had a great trip! AmaWaterways was everything you said it was and more. It was extremely relaxing, busy and fun vacation. Thank you!
— Chris K Danube Cruise on the AmaLea (2019)

Our Blue Danube Discovery Cruise

Budapest Parliament at Night—Stunning

Budapest Parliament at Night—Stunning

“Joy & I really wanted to thank you for coordinating every detail on a most amazing River Boat cruise down the beautiful Danube. It was not just a cruise, it was an action packed, exciting, and fun- filled vacation with our closest friends. We don’t know how it could have been better. Thanks again for everything.

— Joy and Vic D Danube (2013) Tulip Time (2015) Rhine (2018)


Scenic Danube Cruise

Cesky Krummlov, Czech Republic

Cesky Krummlov, Czech Republic

The trip exceeded my high expectations in nearly every respect! Thanks again for all of your assistance and advice. Our cruise was amazing and I’m anxious to go again.

— Marc E Danube Cruise (2019) on the Emerald Dawn

 Route # 2—The Lower Danube Cruise

Iron Gates on a Lower Danube Cruise—Decebalus (the last king of Dacis, who fought against the Roman emperors Domitian & Trajan to preserve the independence of his country, which corresponded to modern Romania) gazes at passengers as they cruise …

Iron Gates on a Lower Danube Cruise—Decebalus (the last king of Dacis, who fought against the Roman emperors Domitian & Trajan to preserve the independence of his country, which corresponded to modern Romania) gazes at passengers as they cruise the Iron Gates.

What a great trip! I am an experienced traveler, have traveled all over the world, and this is the best trip I ever had! To be able to see 8 countries, explore a many venues and participate in a multitude of events created a unique vacation I will never forget. The food, wine, staff and overall experience was awesome! It allowed me to make a whole new set friends. I want thank my professional travel team of Hank and Anne for helping me make it possible.

— Jeff R Danube Cruise (lower and upper 2018) on the AmaCerto