The Danube from Germany to Romania with 1 Night in Bucharest 2025

Begin your European adventure in the vibrant city of Munich. Arrive by 2 pm and board your Suite Ship®. Spend the rest of the day exploring the ship and enjoy a delightful dinner onboard. Overnight cruise to Passau.

Start your day with a hike from Oberhaus along the Ilz River or join a guided city walk in Passau, the 'City of Three Rivers'. Explore the cobblestone streets and artists' alley, and perhaps catch a concert rehearsal at St. Stephen's Cathedral. In the afternoon, cruise to Linz through the dramatic Schlögen Oxbow bend of the Danube. Enjoy live entertainment onboard as you dock overnight in Linz.

Take a guided walk through Linz's historic sites along the Danube, including Austria's largest medieval square, Hauptplatz, and the white-marble Trinity Column. Consider a full-day excursion to Salzburg or the picturesque town of Cesky Krumlov. Alternatively, enjoy a biking picnic along the Danube or hike through Linz's nature trails for a bird's-eye view of the city and river. Overnight cruise to Ybbs.

Visit the charming town of Ybbs and take a guided tour of Artstetten Castle or Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Later, sail through the Wachau Valley, passing vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Dürnstein. Here, you can choose to hike up to the castle ruins for a spectacular view or join a guided walk to hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart. Overnight cruise to Vienna.

Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike or join a guided city tour to explore the city's gilded landmarks, including the Imperial Palace, the historic Vienna Opera House, and stunning St. Stephen's Cathedral. You may also choose to visit the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Austria's largest museum. Spend the afternoon strolling along Kärntnerstrasse, Vienna's most famous shopping avenue, or enjoy a local café's Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel. In the evening, consider attending a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall. Overnight in Vienna.

Hike to the lofty Bratislava Castle or take a guided city walk through the quaint streets of Old Town, visiting Town Hall and St. Martin's Cathedral, the site of royal coronations. Enjoy free time to explore Bratislava, the beautiful and green capital of Slovakia. Overnight cruise to Budapest.

Hike to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest or enjoy a guided city sightseeing tour, including the iconic Heroes' Square. Spend the afternoon soaking in one of Budapest's famous thermal baths or explore the city's cafés, pubs, and nightlife at your leisure. Overnight in Budapest.

Enjoy a free day in Budapest. Take time to relax in the city's famed thermal baths, take a scenic hike in the hills above the Danube, or explore the city's cafés and restaurants. Overnight cruise to Vukovar.

Discover the heritage and culture of Vukovar with a guided walking tour and enjoy a beer tasting. Alternatively, learn about the city's rich history and heritage on a guided city tour. Cruise to Ilok, Croatia, and join a guided tour to explore its 1,000-year-old wine-making traditions and medieval fortress. Enjoy a wine tasting in a local cellar before cruising to Novi Sad. Overnight in Novi Sad.

Power walk in Novi Sad or learn more about the beekeeper profession with a visit to the Honey Museum and a tasting of local honey specialties. Alternatively, join a guided tour of Novi Sad, the second-largest town in Serbia, and admire its Austro-Hungarian old town and ancient fortifications. Overnight cruise to Belgrade.

Discover Belgrade's central walkway or join a guided sightseeing tour of the city, where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge, and see fascinating sights, including Saint Sava, one of the world's largest Orthodox churches. Spend your free time exploring the city on Knez Mihailova Street, Belgrade's central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafés, shops, and cultural spots. Overnight cruise to Golubac.

Visit the Fortress of Golubac, one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe, or join a guided tour to the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir. Sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge, a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Overnight cruise to Vidin.

Join a bike tour around Vidin or join a guided sightseeing tour to Baba Vida Fortress, followed by a guided tour of Belogradchik. Marvel at the remarkable rock formations on the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains. Alternatively, discover more than two centuries of a proud family history of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Overnight cruise to Rousse.

Explore Rousse's old town by bike or join a full-day guided tour to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo and the 15th-century town of Arbanassi. Alternatively, join a guided sightseeing tour of Bulgaria's largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. Enjoy a Bulgarian folklore show onboard in the evening. Overnight cruise to Oltenita.

Take a guided tour of the Romanian capital city of Bucharest, with its tree-lined boulevards and Arc de Triomphe. See the Royal Palace Square, the scene of the city's 1989 riots to overthrow the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Spend some free time exploring on your own to visit shops and museums, and see the beautiful homes and churches along Victory Avenue.

Your unforgettable European adventure ends after breakfast. Depart from Bucharest with a heart full of memories and stories to share.