Danube Cruises

There’s an air of refinement in Vienna, once home to Mozart, Beethoven and Strauss. Soak in a bit of culture by visiting the Museums Quartier district, where you can view works from the likes of Gustav Klimt. Don’t miss a trip to the Hofburg palace complex, home to the Habsburg monarchy. See the famous Lipizzaner stallions perform at the Spanish Riding School or hear the Vienna Boys’ Choir at the Imperial Chapel.

Old meets new in bustling Budapest, divided in half by the Danube. Take the funicular up Castle Hill to the Old Town of Buda, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city below. For jaw-dropping architecture, take in the famous Parliament building and Hungarian State Opera House. This ‘Pearl of the Danube’ is a top choice for browsing through markets, soaking in bath houses and enjoying the buzzing nightlife.

From Gothic St Martin’s Cathedral to Baroque Bratislava Castle, there’s a mix of building styles to admire in Slovakia’s charming capital city. Bratislava’s old town is pedestrian-only, dotted with lively bars and eateries. It enjoys a beautiful natural setting, with rolling vineyards and the forested landscapes of the Little Carpathian Mountains. This makes it a top draw for wine fanatics and sporty types alike!

Nicknamed the City of Three Rivers, Passau sits at the intersection of the Danube, Inn and Ilz. This charming Germany city lies close to the Austrian border, offering a pedestrian-friendly old town to explore with its open-air cafes. Hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress to get a view of the town and rivers below. And don’t miss a lunchtime concert from Europe’s largest pipe organ at Stephen’s Cathedral!

This pretty city is the oldest on the Danube, making it the perfect spot to soak in centuries of culture. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Regensburg boasts a gorgeous medieval Old Town and imposing Gothic Cathedral. Have a wander over the 12th-century Old Stone Bridge, take a look at the classic columns of the Parthenon-styled Walhalla monument, or just sit back and enjoy a stein of Bavarian beer with your sausages.

This intriguing Serbian capital city blends centuries of history with a modern buzz. You’ll see remnants of the city’s past inhabitants at every turn, with Roman ruins snuggled up next to Byzantine churches. Visit highlights like the Belgrade Fortress, Kalemegdan park and zoo, and Church of Saint Sava. Take a stroll down Knez Mihailova, a pedestrian walkway lined with historic buildings, coffee houses and eateries.

Used as a launching pad for exploration of the wilds of Transylvania, Bucharest offers plenty of charm all its own! Don’t miss a chance to see the sprawling Palace of Parliament, which features 1,100 opulent rooms. This Romanian capital also features a buzzing nightlife scene in the historic Lipscani district, along with former palace of Vlad the Impaler. And for a moment of tranquillity, head to Herastrau Park.

Enjoy the quiet charms of Melk, a picture-perfect town in the heart of Austrian countryside. Melk Abbey is renowned for its cavernous library, and a trek up to this Benedictine church rewards you with panoramic views of the Wachau Valley! There’s a lovely park outside with a pavilion and café. Additional highlights include the Renaissance décor of Schallaburg Castle, and Baroque stylings of the Abbey’s Marble Hall.