Austria, Slovakia & Hungary
£1299pp—Cruise the Danube in August
Amy Groves
Deal Expert
Glide past hilltop castles and magnificent abbeys that have stood watch over the river for centuries
Why We Love This Deal
The Danube links most of Central Europe's grand capitals, and is one of the most popular routes for river cruising. Prices can soar in summer, but we've found a great deal for a sailing in the first week of August. It's £1299 per person, including flights, an overnight stay, meals, drinks, and more.
What's included
- Return flights, with 20kg checked baggage
- All transfers
- One night at the H4 Hotel Munchen Messe, in a Double or Twin Room, with breakfast
- A 7-night cruise on The Gentleman, in a Window Cabin
- Daily breakfast, lunch, and dinner on the cruise, with drinks at meal times
- Select excursions
- Gratuities
When
Fly from London on 31 July, 2026.
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Itinerary
Spend a night at a hotel in the centre of Munich first, then transfer to Passau, on the Austrian border. You'll follow the pace of the river and see how landscapes change gradually mile by mile. Highlights include:
- The Wachau Valley... spend a day sailing the valley, starting at the ruins of Dürnstein Castle and finishing up at the City of Music, Vienna.
- Vienna... the ship sails right into the heart of the city, so you can step out and start exploring. You could visit the lavish summer palaces or see The Kiss at Belvedere Palace.
- Budapest... arrive in style as you sail past the iconic Parliament Building. Admire the views of the city from fairytale Fisherman's Bastion, or soak in geothermal springs at its historic bathhouses.
- Esztergom... head north to Hungary's Medieval capital, Esztergom. It is on the Slovakian border and is home to the country's largest church.
- Bratislava... stop in the pretty Slovak capital for a day. It's easy to explore on foot. Wander the cobbled streets, and take plenty of breaks to enjoy the cosy cafes.
- Melk... this Austrian town is dominated by Melk Abbey, which perches on a hill atop the town. Benedictine monks have been living and working there since 1089.
Finish your cruise in Linz, and transfer back to Vienna Airport for your flight home.
Ship details
The Gentleman launched in 2024 as the first of two ships from Van Loon Cruises. This is a premium Dutch cruise line that spotlights high-spec interiors, delicious dining, and bright, modern cabins.
The ship carries 168 passengers at full capacity. Window Cabins are located at the waterline and have high-level windows that provide natural light.
Other options
- Sail in a French Balcony Cabin from £1599 per person.
- Upgrade to all-inclusive on the cruise from £39 per person, per day. It includes drinks outside of meal times, as well as premium brands of beer, wine, spirits, and cocktails.
Transfers & baggage
Group transfers are included, as is 20kg checked baggage.
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