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Blue Danube

8 Days Budapest to Nuremberg

New Release River Cruise

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Amadeus 8 Day Blue Danube. Embark on an unforgettable journey between two magnificent Old World capitals, beginning in Budapest, Hungary—renowned for its stunning architecture, charming streets, and rejuvenating thermal spas. Travel west along the Danube River, experiencing the vast beauty of the Hungarian countryside, the charm of Bratislava, stately Imperial Vienna, and the breathtaking Wachau Valley. Continue through Bavaria’s enchanting landscapes before reaching your final destination—Nuremberg, the heart of the German Renaissance in the 15th and read more

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Cruise Length

8 Days

Cruise Starts

Budapest

Cruise Ends

Nuremberg

Countries Visited:

Hungary Slovakia Austria Germany

Rivers Sailed:

Danube

Cruise Line

Amadeus

Cruise Ship

Amadeus Aurea

Passengers

158

Crew

Launched

2026

Cruise Code

DBN

Itinerary

Embarkation from 4:00pm

Historic Budapest is the starting point of your European cruise. After embarkation, enjoy a Welcome Cocktail and Dinner.

Evening cruise along the illuminated skyline of Budapest

With its neo-Gothic Parliament, Fisherman's Bastion, Buda castle and Chain Bridge, the Hungarian capital of Budapest is a perfect start of your trip. This morning, explore the sites of the Hungarian capital Budapest on a city tour. In the afternoon, food lovers can enjoy the alternate excursion for an authentic taste of Budapest, which starts at the market hall. On board this evening, enjoy a Hungarian folklore show as your vessel cruises the Danube to see this beautiful gem by night. Remain overnight on the “Queen of the Danube“.

Gothic-baroque old town of Bratislava

After lunch, arrive in the capital city of Bratislava, Slovakia. Join the tour of Bratislava and see the charming old town, the former coronation cathedral for Hungarian kings and visit the famous castle hill. Shortly before midnight, your ship departs from Bratislava and heads towards Vienna.

Walk through the gardens of Schönbrunn Palace

Enjoy the sights of Vienna on the “Imperial Discovery tour“ tour, including the Ringstrasse, the Vienna State Opera House, the Museum Quarter and more. In the afternoon, venture to Schönbrunn Palace. Home to the Habsburg Royal family who ruled the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna wears its historic wealth and grandeur on its sleeve. In the evening, opt for the “Sound of Vienna“ concert and listen to popular pieces from Vienna's classical era at a local salon.

Cruise along the romantic Wachau Valley

In the early morning, dock in Dürnstein, one of the most famous wine towns in the Wachau Valley and famous for its iconic blue church. Explore the romantic area on your own or join a guided city tour, which ends with a wine tasting before you return to the ship for lunch. Continue to Melk/Emmersdorf and spend the afternoon discovering the magnificent Benedictine abbey of Melk — the largest in Austria.

Culinary Highlights in Passau

In Passau, not only three rivers converge, but also the culinary traditions of past eras. On a delightful tour through the historic center, you'll savor the flavors of the city – from Bavarian delicacies to Austrian and Bohemian influences. As you wander through winding alleys and admire baroque squares, the unique charm of this Three Rivers City delights all your senses – including your palate.

Brewery and tasting

In Regensburg, a city tour in the morning will lead you through medieval streets to some of the city's most impressive landmarks, such as the Town Hall and Porta Pretoria. The highlight of the day is a visit to a traditional brewery, where you'll learn about the art of brewing beer and enjoy a tasting of different regional beers. After this delightful experience, you'll return to the ship, which will depart promptly for lunch and continue its journey for the rest of the day.

Disembarkation after breakfast

After breakfast, the entire AMADEUS crew bids you farewell and wishes you a safe journey home.

Tour Inclusions

Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except AMADEUS Brilliant)
Individual climate control and in-room safe
Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
Bottled water in every stateroom

Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack
Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions, draft beer, soda as well as coffee and tea with every lunch and dinner
Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the AMADEUS Club
Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Gala Dinner

Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
All gratuities on board are included in your cruise fare

Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director
AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions
Immersive cultural or musical performances as part of the AMADEUS Experience, along with a diverse array of onboard enrichment programs,including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, and music by our onboard musicians
Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration
All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare

Life On Board

Amadeus

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Why pay for other people’s drinks? Why pay for shore excursions that don’t interest you? Family-owned Amadeus has spent 40-years' perfecting the balance without compromising quality. Beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch and dinner, but not during the day. Only pay for the shore excursions you want. Book an excursion package more

Amadeus Aurea

Blending modern elegance with relaxed river cruising, this ship offers panoramic views, sun deck lounging, refined dining, and peaceful spaces to enjoy life on board while at sea. Read more

On Board Inclusions

The ambiance onboard invites you to relax in the morning before your discovery tours and unwind in style at the end of a full day's activities. Read more

Gourmet Dining

Amadeus' exclusive menus reflect the traditions and cultures of regional cuisine and at the same time are diverse enough to satisfy an international appetite. Read more

Optional Shore Excursions

Excursion Packages can be only pre-booked while individual excursions can be booked onboard

Introductory Excursion Package $356

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance. Additional shore excursions can be purchased onboard. View Excursions

Intermediate Excursion Package $435

Enjoy a package of these pre-selected excursions for a discounted rate when purchased in advance. Additional shore excursions can be purchased onboard. View Excursions

Full Excursion Package $631

Book our full excursion package prior to departure for a great value. Create your personalised shore excursion program by choosing your favorite tours from our list of exciting options in each port. Please note, a discounted excursion may not be exchanged for another while during your cruise. View Excursions

Individual Excursions

You can also pre-purchase individual excursions or prchase them onboard during your river cruise. View Excursions

Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this cruise. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and is not operating this season. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view general release dates for all destinations.