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River Cruises in Austria

Discover the best river cruises in Austria – sail the Danube and explore Vienna, Salzburg and beyond.

Austria is a country of contrasts boasting sophisticated cities crammed with culture-seeking tourists as well as epic Alpine scenery and snowy slopes brimming with skiers. Offering travellers unparalleled beauty in the form of majestic mountains and spectacular sightseeing opportunities, it is famous for its museums and palaces, contemporary cuisine and winter sports. Perhaps the best way to explore everything Austria has to offer is on one of our scenic Austria river cruises, where you can discover a range of gourmet delights as well as delve deeper into the country’s colourful past.

Beyond Vienna’s glitz and glamour, you can discover Austria’s third largest city, Linz, where Mozart composed his musical masterpieces or explore the magic of Salzburg and marvel at the hilltop castle that looks down upon quaint cobbled streets. Cruise the waters of the stunningly peaceful Danube river, which flows between picturesque vineyards and mountain backdrops. On our Austria river cruise holidays, we call at the fairy-tale village of Melk to see Europe’s largest monasteries; a visual banquet some might say. 

Often described as Europe’s cultural hub: Vienna is the capital of Austria which is home to many a musical masterpiece and was of course the setting of The Sound of Music. Visit some of the city’s finest buildings, including the Vienna Opera house, the lavish Hofburg Palace, and grand St Stephen's Cathedral.

Relax and relish the sights and sounds of Austrian culture with our breathtaking Austria river cruises.

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Classic view of Salzburg and Festung Hohensalzburg fortress illuminated at Christmas time in Austria
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Christmas on the Danube River Cruise

  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Full board with Christmas Gala dinner
  • 9 included experiences
  • Live Christmas classical quartet recital
  • Hungarian Christmas Folklore Show
  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • 12 included experiences
  • Full board dining
  • Enjoy on board musical performances
  • Guided tours of the most historic towns and cities
  • Behind the scenes tour with the renowned Vienna Boys Choir
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