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Melk, Austria. Benedictine abbey in Wachau valley.
River Cruise

Grand Danube

2026

River Cruise

Grand Danube

Grand Danube

Spend fourteen nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship from Munich to Bucharest. Immerse yourself in Bavarian festivities and learn about life in Serbia with a visit to a local family’s village.

15 Days River Cruise

Itinerary

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Munich to Bucharest

15 days / 14 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Munich, Passau, Embark Ship

Day 2

Passau

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Day 3

Linz

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Day 4

Melk, Dürnstein

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Vienna

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Day 6

Bratislava

Day 7

Budapest

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Day 8

Budapest

Day 9

Budapest

Day 10

Mohács, Pécs

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Day 11

Osijek

Day 12

Belgrade

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Day 13

Iron Gates

Day 14

Ruse

Day 15

Giurgiu, Depart Bucharest

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Explore 15 towns, villages and cities
41 meals – 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Services of a Travelmarvel  Cruise Director and local guides
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Learn about life in Serbia during a visit to a local family’s village and fruit orchard in Belgrade
Visit Aldersbach Brewery and enjoy traditional Bavarian food and entertainment

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

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Village Farm and Slivovitz Tour

Visit a local family’s village in Serbia, taking a tour of their home and barn to meet the resident farm animals. Stroll through the fruit orchards to learn about the brewing process of ‘slivovitz’. This plum brandy is the national drink of choice.

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Visit the Aldersbach Brewery

Travel by coach to nearby Aldersbach brewery founded in 1268, where you'll be welcomed by local musicians and taken on a tour of the brewery. Afterwards, enter the festival hall to enjoy locally brewed beer with tastings of some local food, all in the spirit of Oktoberfest, with live music and singing.

The Iron Gate or Djerdap Gorge - gorge on the Danube River in Djerdap National Park, Serbia and Romania border. This is the narrowest point of the largest and longest gorge in Europe. View from Serbia

Iron Gates Cruising

Get ready to witness nature at its finest today as your ship cruises through the Iron Gates, a stunning natural wonder of lush forests, towering cliffs and rugged landscapes. This spectacular series of gorges connects Serbia and Romania and makes for an unparalleled cruising experience.

Melk Abbey

Visit the magnificent Melk Abbey, one of Austria's most iconic landmarks, perched high above the Danube River. This Benedictine monastery, founded in 1089, is renowned for its stunning Baroque architecture and expansive library. Wander through its grand halls, adorned with intricate frescoes and ornate furnishings, and explore the abbey’s beautifully manicured gardens, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. A visit to Melk Abbey is a journey into Austria's spiritual and cultural history, where centuries of tradition and art come together in an awe-inspiring setting.

Wachau Valley

Enjoy gentle scenic cruise along the Wachau Valley in Austria. Dotted with quaint villages and hilltop castles, UNESCO has recognised Wachau as a world heritage site

What's On Board

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Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.

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What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this tour and this company to everyone i speak to.

The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.

Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the team were very friendly and welcoming.

Thank you for ensuring everything from the major to the minor details were so thoroughly covered so that a perfectly smooth holiday flowed for us...

Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.

Each one of (our Tour Guides) was great, knew their area and history and were very approachable.

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Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified  

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