Danube River Cruises

Helpful Tips to Know Before You Go

• Many of the spectacular sights available to you in the Danube’s ports are best enjoyed by strolling around the cities on walking tours, or require a hike to reach. Pack good shoes and practical clothes, bring suncream if you’re cruising in summer, and make sure to take a water bottle.
• The Danube River passes through 10 European countries, and most use the euro, but Hungary does not. If you’re calling at Hungary, make sure to bring Hungarian Forints as well.
• Have a camera and binoculars ready to appreciate sights on the river banks as you pass them by. There’s plenty to see, from forts on the hillsides to the locks you pass through, so spend as much time on deck as possible.
• Take advantage of local knowledge. Staff on your ship and tour guides at your ports of call are likely to know the best local sights, hot spots, and assorted hole-in-the-wall eateries in the area. Their recommendations will help you make the most of your time ashore.

Things to Do

• Discover local arts and culture. You’ll be passing through some of Europe’s most magnificent capital and cultural cities, so be sure to check out the local scene. Attend performances at Opera Houses, visit museums and galleries, take art and culture tours, and so much more.
• Sample delicious delicacies. From the famous patisseries and confectionery of Vienna to delicious Hungarian street staples like lángos, there’s something tasty to discover in every port you call at.
• Marvel at the breathtaking beauty in the world around you. The Danube River passes through green valleys and rolling hills, stunning mountains and lush wine country, and of course the spectacle of the river itself cutting across the horizon is gorgeous no matter where you are.
• Discover the long history of the region. The Danube River has borne witness to significant events throughout so much of human history in Europe, from the Roman Empire to World War II. You’ll find incredible sites, museums, tours and monuments in every port you call at.
• Visit iconic local landmarks and sites. From Old Town squares full of statuary to spectacular cathedrals and castles, there are countless famous as well as lesser-known marvels to seek out.