3. Enchanting capitals and cities
Danube River cruises will whisk you away on the ultimate European escape, calling by some of the continent’s most enchanting locations. Among the destination highlights are the four iconic European capitals – Budapest, Hungary; Vienna, Austria, Bratislava, Slovakia; and Belgrade, Serbia – each with a unique character and history!
Bisected by the Danube, Buda and Pest form the two halves of Hungary’s capital, with the hilly Buda being the classic, culturally-rich side whilst the flat Pest oozes a relatively modern and action-packed vibe. The Austrian capital of Vienna is known as the ‘City of Waltzes,’ birthing esteemed names like Mozart, Beethoven and Sigmund Freud. Walk on the royal route of coronation processions in Bratislava, affectionately called the ‘Coronation City of Kings,’ and for a less crowded adventure, why not explore the serene capital of Belgrade with a cosy cafe culture and vibrant street art?
A scenic Danube cruise brings guests closer than ever to Europe’s diverse cultures and breath-taking landscapes by sailing to picturesque port cities and towns beyond the capitals, such as Passau and Vilshofen in Germany, as well as Weissenkirchen and Linz in Austria, plus more!