Cruise across Europe from Amsterdam to Budapest

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Experience a unique trans-European cruise on the Rhine, the Main and the Danube! CroisiEurope offers you the possibility to combine two cruise programs from Amsterdam to Strasbourg and from Strasbourg to Budapest in one 19-day trip to discover cities and fabulous sites in Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Hungary. An opportunity not to be missed!
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Navigation on the largest European waterways, the Rhine, the Main and the Danube
    • EXCURSIONS INCLUDED: The distinctive architecture of Amsterdam
    • Delightful scents and springtime colors at the Keukenhof floral gardens(1)
    • Charming Rüdesheim and its Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments
    • Vienna and the heritage of the House of Habsburg
    • Budapest, 2000 years of history

What's this trip about?

    Experience a unique trans-European cruise on the Rhine, the Main and the Danube! CroisiEurope offers you the possibility to combine two cruise programs from Amsterdam to Strasbourg and from Strasbourg to Budapest in one 19-day trip to discover cities and fabulous sites in Netherlands, Germany, Austria and Hungary. An opportunity not to be missed!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityAmsterdam
End CityBudapest

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel
  • Family Friendly
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

  • Austria
  • Germany
  • Netherlands
  • Hungary

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Bamberg
  • Budapest
  • Passau
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • River cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day (except lunch on D7) - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - excursions included in the package selected - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinners - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 AMSTERDAM or surroundings (2)

Passengers are welcome to board the ship in Amsterdam at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail before dinner. Free evening.

Day 2 AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)

Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam in the historic heart of this beautiful capital city.DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.In the afternoon, join us ...

Day 2 AMSTERDAM or surroundings(2)

Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam in the historic heart of this beautiful capital city.DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.In the afternoon, join us ...

Day 3 NIJMEGEN - KREFELD

Join us for the CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of the Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem.Afterwards, we’ll return on board and cruise towards Krefeld, reaching it in the evening.

Day 3 NIJMEGEN - KREFELD

Join us for the CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of the Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem.Afterwards, we’ll return on board and cruise towards Krefeld, reaching it in the evening.

Day 4 KREFELD - COLOGNE

The morning will be spent cruising. This afternoon, join us for the CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided walking tour of Cologne.Sailing towards Rüdesheim.

Day 4 KREFELD - COLOGNE

The morning will be spent cruising. This afternoon, join us for the CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided walking tour of Cologne.Sailing towards Rüdesheim.

Day 5 RÜDESHEIM(3)

The morning will be spent cruising on the romantic Rhine. Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Touristic train, tasting of wines and visit of the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.DISCOVERY: Hiking through the vineyards in RudesheimFree evening in the f...

Day 5 RÜDESHEIM(3)

The morning will be spent cruising on the romantic Rhine. Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Touristic train, tasting of wines and visit of the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.DISCOVERY: Hiking through the vineyards in RudesheimFree evening in the f...

Day 6 RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM

Our ship will cruise during the morning. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of Heidelberg. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 6 RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM

Our ship will cruise during the morning. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of Heidelberg. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 7 STRASBOURG

Enjoy the buffet breakfast on board. Free day and lunch in Strasbourg. Take the opportunity to discover the European capital at your own pace. After returning on board at the end of the afternoon, we'll cruise to Mainz.

Day 8 MAINZ - FRANKFURT

We'll arrive in Mainz early morning. This city, the birthplace of Gutenberg, which lies at the confluence of the Rhine and the Main is a perfect blend of past and present with its thousand year old cathedral. We'll tour the city with your escort before we sail on arou...

Day 8 MAINZ - FRANKFURT

We'll arrive in Mainz early morning. This city, the birthplace of Gutenberg, which lies at the confluence of the Rhine and the Main is a perfect blend of past and present with its thousand year old cathedral. We'll tour the city with your escort before we sail on arou...

Day 9 MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM

We'll stop off in Miltenberg early this morning. Join us to discover this peaceful town with its market place lined with half-timbered houses, its fine main street, hotel Reisen and old Town Hall. We'll have lunch on board before continuing on to Wertheim. Enjoy some free time to discover the town on your own before returning to the ship for dinner.

Day 10 WERTHEIM - WURZBURG

We'll cruise towards Karlstadt. In the afternoon, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit Wurzburg on the right bank of the Main, which is famous for its baroque palace, former residence of the prince-bishops. In the meantime, the ship cruises on to Wurzburg where we will join it late afternoon. We'll then cruise to Schweinfurt. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.

Day 10 WERTHEIM - WURZBURG

We'll cruise towards Karlstadt. In the afternoon, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit Wurzburg on the right bank of the Main, which is famous for its baroque palace, former residence of the prince-bishops. In the meantime, the ship cruises on to Wurzburg where we will join it late afternoon. We'll then cruise to Schweinfurt. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.

Day 11 SCHWEINFURT - Rothenburg - BAMBERG

Arriving in Schweinfurt. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided tour to Rothenburg, a magnificent walled town set up high on the hills over the river, with its narrow streets lined with picturesque half-timbered houses and craftsmen's workshops. It is indeed one of the most beautiful towns on the Romantic Road. Return on board and we'll cruise to Bamberg, arriving in the evening.

Day 11 SCHWEINFURT - Rothenburg - BAMBERG

Arriving in Schweinfurt. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided tour to Rothenburg, a magnificent walled town set up high on the hills over the river, with its narrow streets lined with picturesque half-timbered houses and craftsmen's workshops. It is indeed one of the most beautiful towns on the Romantic Road. Return on board and we'll cruise to Bamberg, arriving in the evening.

Day 12 BAMBERG - NURNBERG - MUHLHAUSEN

This morning will be spent cruising on the Rhine-Main-Danube canal, which was opened on 25th September 1992. We'll have lunch on board before arriving in Nurnberg early afternoon. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of Nuremberg. We'll enjoy a panoramic ...

Day 12 BAMBERG - NURNBERG - MUHLHAUSEN

This morning will be spent cruising on the Rhine-Main-Danube canal, which was opened on 25th September 1992. We'll have lunch on board before arriving in Nurnberg early afternoon. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of Nuremberg. We'll enjoy a panoramic ...

Day 13 REGENSBURG

This morning will be spent cruising to Kelheim. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of Regensburg, which is the fourth biggest town in Bavaria and also a major industrial hub - with major firms such as BMW, Siemens and Triumph. The historic centre of the...

Day 13 REGENSBURG

This morning will be spent cruising to Kelheim. Join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of Regensburg, which is the fourth biggest town in Bavaria and also a major industrial hub - with major firms such as BMW, Siemens and Triumph. The historic centre of the...

Day 14 PASSAU

This morning will be spent cruising towards Passau. Enjoy some free time to visit the town on your own. Its baroque buildings and narrow romantic streets are unforgettable. Return to ship and sail on through the attractive region of Melk. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.

Day 15 MELK - DURNSTEIN - VIENNA

The morning will be spent cruising to reach Melk early in the morning, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of the abbey of Melk, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube. It is the symbol of Austrian baroque at its finest. We'll return to the sh...

Day 15 MELK - DURNSTEIN - VIENNA

The morning will be spent cruising to reach Melk early in the morning, join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Visit of the abbey of Melk, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube. It is the symbol of Austrian baroque at its finest. We'll return to the sh...

Day 16 VIENNA

Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Visit to the palace of Schönbrunn with its magnificent park.DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living: music and Viennese cafes. Tour of the Konzerthaus concert hall (The tour of the Konzerthaus might be replaced by a tour...

Day 16 VIENNA

Join us for the excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Visit to the palace of Schönbrunn with its magnificent park.DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living: music and Viennese cafes. Tour of the Konzerthaus concert hall (The tour of the Konzerthaus might be replaced by a tour...

Day 17 ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST

Enjoy some free time to visit Esztergom on your own, the former capital of Hungary, under the reign of the Arpad kings. Today, it is still a prominent town and the seat of the Hungarian archbishops. Esztergom is decidedly full of treasures with its neo-classical basil...

Day 17 ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST

Enjoy some free time to visit Esztergom on your own, the former capital of Hungary, under the reign of the Arpad kings. Today, it is still a prominent town and the seat of the Hungarian archbishops. Esztergom is decidedly full of treasures with its neo-classical basil...

Day 18 BUDAPEST

Enjoy a day on your own, or join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided tour of Budapest.This afternoon, enjoy some free time or join us on optional excursions: Discover Gellert baths and spa (not included in the packages) or Budapest Market Halls (not included...

Day 18 BUDAPEST

Enjoy a day on your own, or join us on a CLASSIC / DISCOVERY excursion: Guided tour of Budapest.This afternoon, enjoy some free time or join us on optional excursions: Discover Gellert baths and spa (not included in the packages) or Budapest Market Halls (not included...

Day 19 BUDAPEST

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

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Last Updated: 10/2/2024
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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Jan 2023

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It’s affordable, the atmosphere on board is unique, the routes can be very interesting.

Summary over a cruise on the Haute Seine and Yonne on a barge. As seasoned cruisers, knowing well all aspects of cruising on seas and rivers, we had no experience ab...

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htrowland

Jan 2023

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Great tours and food! Exceptional customer service

As a female solo traveller, I especially appreciated CroisiEurope's summer special waiving single supplements. I am non-EU national, and very much enjoyed the intern...

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Bronx resident

Jan 2023

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A memorable four nights on the Seine - Le Havre to Paris

We had never been on a European river cruise before and chose this one for its brevity, just four nights. We were very happy with our choice and heartily recommend C...

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Since 1976 CroisiEurope has pioneered river cruising on the most beautiful waterways in Europe, and we are Europe’s largest and most experienced river cruise line. When you sail with us, you can relax and know that you will be well taken care of.

We have been privileged to take more than 200,000 passengers to the lands of their dreams, for the times of their lives. Our fleet of 30 ships will take you to your choice of dazzling riverside cities in France, Italy, Spain, Germany and Belgium — to the romantic Rhine Valley, the Rhône and Saône, the Seine, the beautiful blue Danube, the Douro Valley, Venice, and more — where you can explore and enjoy local food, wine, history, art and culture. We have a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of almost 1,000 people, whose conviviality, attentiveness and professionalism ensures that your voyage will be comfortable and pleasurable. Our staff and crews speak English, and many of them speak other major European languages as well. So you’ll be in the heart of European culture and charm, but you’ll always be able to find someone who understands you.

All our vessels are fully inspected on a regular basis, and are consistently renovated and upgraded to keep pace with safety standards as well as the needs of our customers. Our entire fleet is certified compliant with VERITAS global standards, a guarantee of safety and quality.

CroisiEurope’s headquarters is situated at the crossroads of Europe, in Strasbourg, France, near the banks of the Rhine. This historic, forward-thinking city is the perfect home us: we’re grounded in the past, and excited about the future. We’re an independent, family-owned business — so even though we’re the biggest and most experienced, we’re still small and friendly. We understand the personal touch. 

Come aboard! We can’t wait to show you the sights of Europe.

River Cruising: The Difference

Imagine gliding past quaint villages, ancient hillside castles and stone forts; past sun-drenched olive groves and vineyards, snow-capped mountains and thundering gorges; under glittering night-lit bridges in exotic cities.  Imagine eating first-class French cuisine while floating on a sparkling river, watching the gorgeous landscape pass by.

Envision your ship docking in the heart of a beautiful, historic European city:  its treasures of art, music, food, culture, and history await your leisurely exploration. 

Our trips offer you the opportunity to intimately experience the culture of a region or a country, and to visit some of Europe’s most dazzling cities and towns — in France, Spain, Italy, Germany or Belgium — in ease and comfort.

Our ship will be your floating hotel:  small enough to moor at a town or city port, but large enough to provide you every amenity.  The capacity of just 100 to 200 passengers allows a warm and convivial atmosphere on board, as well as the opportunity for quiet privacy and independence. The pace of our river cruises is relaxed and tranquil; the scenery is gorgeous and changes moment to moment.

And river cruising is smooth, so there’s no need to worry about seasickness.  Unpack your bags, and relax and enjoy the trip. 

Come sail with CroisiEurope, and discover why river cruising is the new way to travel. 

French Cuisine, European Flair

The heart and soul of CroisiEurope is European and international.

Other cruise lines may offer good food.  With CroisiEurope, you’ll cruise the rivers of Europe aboard your own French restaurant.

We carefully design and plan our cuisine and menus in the exacting tradition of fine French gastronomy.  Each meal on your cruise will give you a delightful experience of French haute cuisine.  Our chefs have worked alongside such Michelin-starred greats as Paul Bocuse and Marc Haeberlin; CroisiEurope’s head chef, Alain Bohn, was recently nominated as a member of the Maîtres Cuisiniers de France. This esteemed French association, created 50 years ago, includes only 250 chefs worldwide.

A large number of our crew and staff speak many major European languages, so you may find yourself able to chat in Spanish, Italian, or Hungarian as well as French and English.

Eco-Friendliness

European countries have long been in the forefront of eco-friendly practices, and CroisiEurope is proud to have been a pioneer in this field since well before these practices became standard.  Our commitment to the environment goes far beyond legal requirements. 

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What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - cancellation and baggage insurance - lunch on D7 - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.
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THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

  • All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
  • Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard
  • Headsets are included for excursions
  • Official welcome from the captain and crew
  • Onboard activities
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • All port fees included
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