Danube River Cruising

Cruising on board one of Scenic’s luxury Space-Ships, you’ll cross borders and cultures as you travel the waters of the Danube between Germany and Hungary. The Danube transports you to the heart of Europe, allowing you chance to absorb some of the world’s most influential cultures and arresting landscapes. From imperial Vienna to enigmatic Budapest, from the striking natural border formed by the Iron Gate to the pastoral landscapes of Wachau Valley; the many scenes and cities that accompany the river on its 2,860-kilometre-long journey are as diverse as they are plentiful. Immortalised in the arts, celebrated in history and cherished by travellers, the Danube is one of the most recognised rivers in the world. Navigate its waters and embark on a journey through the ages.

From the imperial beauty of Vienna to the medieval charm of Regensburg and Nuremberg, the exquisite beauty of the Wachau Valley to the magic of the Austrian Alps; the Danube is a triumphant symphony of natural and manmade wonders, where thousands of years of history unravel over the course of its journey from source to sea. 

During your time on the Danube, you’ll visit stunning destinations as diverse as they are plentiful. Begin in the Bavarian city of Nuremberg, where the ancient collides with the modern, before easing into the spectacular pastoral beauty of Austria, where highlights like Passau and Melk Abbey await. You may choose to visit the charming Czech city of Ceský Krumlov, or else call in at the Slovakian capital of Bratislava — your choice with Scenic Freechoice and Enrich.

The real highlights of the Danube lie yet further along the course of the river, as it flows through the heart of Vienna and Budapest, the crowning jewels of the waterway. Each city is yours to explore during an insightful stopover, so you’ve time to savour the culture and beauty of these two gems of the Danube.

The wonders of the Danube are yours to savour during a luxury river cruise from Scenic. Our expert Journey Designers have crafted each itinerary to showcase the cultural diversity of the Danube, giving you access to events and experiences that reveal the historic and cultural significance of the river and its banks. 

In Nuremberg, visit some of the city’s famous WWII sites, or else take a culinary quest through the city during our ‘Tastes of Nuremberg’ excursion. In Austria, you’ll be given the chance to explore World Heritage Site, Ceský Krumlov, in the neighbouring Czech Republic, or spend time in the musical city of Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart and the setting for the iconic blockbuster ‘The Sound of Music’. 

Your visit to Vienna is crowned by one of our most prestigious Scenic Enrich experiences, an exclusive Viennese concert within the opulence of the city’s Palais Liechtenstein. With the melodies of Strauss and Mozart filling the air, this is the perfect end to another enriching day on the Danube.