Austria River Cruises
Ready to cruise the Danube through Austria? You’ll glide past Vienna's palaces, through Wachau Valley's vineyards, and stop at medieval towns. The Austrian Danube cruises mix imperial history with wine regions and stunning scenery. You'll taste local wines, explore charming villages, and experience Austria from the water whilst staying comfortable. River cruising's such a relaxed way to see multiple places.
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The A-ROSA FLORA cruises Austria's Danube from UNESCO's Wachau Valley to imperial Vienna. Live-cooking stations serve Austrian specialties, while complimentary e-bikes facilitate shore exploration and visits to Melk's Benedictine monastery.
Duration 6 days Destinations Germany, Austria, Slovakia Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
- US$1,100
Danube Mini Cruise 2026 (6 destinations)
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Lucio, traveled in March
The A-ROSA RIVA glides through Austria's Danube, from Vienna's imperial palaces to Linz's modern art scene. Visit UNESCO-listed Melk Abbey and Wachau Valley vineyards. Relax with SPA-ROSA treatments and savor gourmet dining with Austrian wines.
Duration 5 days Destinations Passau, Vienna, Durnstein, Melk, Linz Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German Operator A-ROSA From
- US$462
The Avalon Expression sails Austria's Danube with Panorama Suites that have wall-to-wall windows. Vienna's Imperial Palace complex and St. Stephen's Cathedral are within walking distance of your dock, and later you'll head to Linz to see the 9th-century St. Florian Monastery that still houses Augustine monks.
Duration 7 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$3,298+$165 upfront costs
A journey from Wachau Valley to Engelszell Abbey includes stops in Krems, Grein, and Mauthausen. The 9th-century St. Florian Monastery, Trappist beer tastings, and bicycle routes through fertile landscapes showcase local traditions alongside stunning Danube views.
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Avalon Waterways From
- US$4,599+$231 upfront costs
Duration 8 days Destinations Austria, Hungary, Slovakia Age Range Ages 8+ Operated in English, German Operator Lueftner Cruises From
- US$4,838
Sail aboard the ultra-luxurious AmaMagna, twice the width of traditional river ships, along the Danube through Austria's most beautiful destinations. The UNESCO-listed Melk Abbey sits perched on granite cliffs, while Baroque Stiftskirche draws visitors through Dürnstein's cobblestone streets. Later, taste Austrian wines at historic Burg Clam fortress in Grein.
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czech Republic, Germany Age Range Ages 12+ Operator AmaWaterways From
- US$4,399+$250 upfront costs
S.S. Beatrice charts Austria's waters from Vienna's historic trails to Dürnstein's Wachau Valley vineyards. Linz's cider farms and Engelhartszell's riverside scenes complement luxurious staterooms and unlimited premium beverages.
Duration 8 days Destinations Hungary, Austria, Germany Age Range Ages 16+ Operator Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection From $3,699
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What are the main cities and highlights visited on Austria river cruises?
Austria river cruises center around Vienna where visitors explore the Hofburg Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral. The routes include stops at the Melk Benedictine Abbey and through the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley wine region. Smaller towns along the way include Dürnstein with its distinctive blue church tower and castle ruins Linz with its central Hauptplatz square and Krems known for its medieval architecture. Ships like the A-ROSA FLORA and Avalon Impression dock at these ports. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "The variety of stops was excellent - from the grandeur of Vienna to the charm of small towns like Dürnstein each destination offered something unique."