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Danube Classics Vienna 2026

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Highlights of the Danube River Cruise

A composition of culture and relaxation, history and indulgence.

From Vienna to Esztergom, Budapest, Bratislava, Krems, Melk, Passau and Wachau to Vienna.

Vienna has produced some of the world’s most famous composers: Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven – all of them were either born in the Austrian capital or lived here. Were they inspired by the Danube? Possibly, seeing as the river brought so many different cultures and ethnicities to the cities located on its banks. Vienna’s imperial grandeur, Budapest’s breathtaking examples of Hungarian art nouveau and Bratislava’s almost anarchic stylistic mixture of socialism and Baroque. And music is constantly in the air – those with two left feet will be pleased to know that it’s not all Viennese waltzes.

Vienna

Once you've been in Vienna for a few hours, you won't want to leave again so soon. Instead, you want to visit the countless cafés where the traditional Viennese coffee house culture is still alive today. Also contributing to the fascination for this city is the great history surrounding the emperors, Sissi and the Habsburgs with their pompous lifestyle. Or you can listen to the sounds of Viennese classical music. In addition, the Austrian capital is also a culinary delight. It is not for nothing that the famous Wiener Schnitzel and Sachertorte can be found almost everywhere in the world now.

Budapest

On one bank of the Danube is hilly Buda with its Fisherman’s Bastion and Castle Hill; on the other, there’s flat Pest with its House of Parliament. These two beautiful districts couldn’t be more different. Perhaps that’s why it took until 1873 for the two cities on opposite sides of the river to merge and form Budapest.

Bratislava

Slovakia’s capital is situated exactly at the point where the country meets Austria and Hungary. This makes it the only capital city in the world that borders more than one neighbouring country. Due to its location, Bratislava has been an ethnic melting pot since ancient times. This influence can be seen in every corner of the city.

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It’s so easy to relax on our ships that it almost seems as though they were built for this purpose only. Sit back, allow yourself to unwind and enjoy the warm temperatures as the scenery drifts by. Our aim is to help you to achieve complete relaxation and replenish your energy so that you finish your cruise invigorated, inspired and ready to get back to everyday life. Enjoy massages with nourishing oils and essences, facials to help your skin feel fully replenished and beauty treatments that will leave you looking radiant.

Itinerary
Services
Dates
Arrival
Ships

Itinerary

1st Day
Vienna

Your cruise starts in Vienna, the glamorous capital of Austria, where every street is full of history and every nook and cranny is brimming with cultural riches. In Vienna, tradition and modernity merge to create a fascinating cityscape that will delight you with its grand palaces, fascinating museums and vibrant markets. Stroll along the pompous Ringstrasse, visit the majestic Hofburg Palace and let yourself be enchanted by the sounds of classical music that permeate the city.

Trips

Classic car ride through Vienna - An experience for up to 5 people
€ 299.00

Enjoy a nostalgic ride through the beautiful city of Vienna. Discover the city in comfort, protected from the elements in an electrically powered classic car that travels at a maximum speed of 10 km/h. Sit back and relax as you explore the city. After a short taxi ride into the city centre, your tour will begin and you’ll take in sights such as the Hofburg Palace, the Town Hall, the elegant street, Herrengasse and Stephansplatz Square. The classic cars are modelled on originals from the 1920s.

price:

€ 299.00 per Reservation for max. 5 people

duration:

approx. 1.5 Hours

transport:

Taxi, Oldtimer and walking

level:

Moderate

Hint:

This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.

Private Tour to the Viennese Coffee Houses - An experience for up to 5 people
€ 999.00

When visiting Vienna, the coffee houses should not be left out. On a private tour you will experience the Viennese coffeehouse culture and everything that goes with it. Where does the delicious coffee come from, what roasts and varieties are used, and what is the celebration of coffee making all about? Trace the spirit of the old literati and artists and send your sense of taste on a journey of pleasure through the world of coffee in three of Vienna's best-known and most popular coffee houses.

price:

€ 999.00 per Reservation for max. 5 people

duration:

approx. 4 Hours

transport:

Car and walking

level:

Moderate

Hint:

This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.

[Translate to English:] Ausflug Wien Cafe Donaukreuzfahrt

With the rickshaw through Wien - A private experience for up to 2 people
€ 259.00

Experience Vienna like never before - completely relaxed and from a new perspective with a rickshaw ride through the imperial city! Let yourself be chauffeured comfortably through the picturesque streets and world-famous sights and enjoy the charm of Vienna while your personal driver takes you to the city's highlights. From the imposing St. Stephen's Cathedral to the magnificent Ringstrasse with its historic buildings such as the State Opera House and the Burgtheater, to the romantic alleyways of the old town - in a rickshaw you will experience the city up close and completely stress-free. You will have plenty of time to marvel at the sights at your leisure and savour the atmosphere of Vienna.

price:

€ 259.00 per Reservation for max. 2 people

duration:

approx. 2 Hours

transport:

Rickshaw and walking

level:

Easy

Hint:

This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.

Explore Vienna individually - English-speaking private tour guide for up to 5 people
€ 399.00

Do you fancy spending the whole day following in the footsteps of Empress Elisabeth, also known as Sisi? Or would you prefer to sample a bit of Viennese coffee-house culture, do a spot of shopping, take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage and then maybe head over to Danube Island? You decide exactly what you’ll do, always confident that you’re in good hands. Your personal tour guide will help you to explore Vienna exactly as you wish.

price:

€ 399.00 per Reservation for max. 5 people

duration:

approx. 3 Hours

transport:

german tour guide only

level:

Moderate

Hint:

This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.

Explore Vienna individually - Private people carrier with driver for up to 5 people
€ 479.00

Had an idea for a special tour? Your private people carrier for up to five people will take you to the exact sights that you want to see. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.

price:

€ 479.00 per Reservation for max. 5 people

duration:

approx. 3 Hours

transport:

Private Minivan

level:

Easy

Hint:

This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.

Explore Vienna individually - Private car with driver for up to 2 people
€ 459.00

Would you like to explore Vienna by yourself? Your private car for up to two people will take you to the exact sights that you want to see. You can also book an expert tour guide at the same time if you wish.

price:

€ 459.00 per Reservation for max. 2 people

duration:

approx. 3 Hours

transport:

Private car

level:

Easy

Hint:

This excursion is only bookable on request. We recommend that you make a reservation online.

Bike tour along the blue Danube
€ 39.00

Explore Vienna together with us in comfort on an e-bike. We cycle along the Danube to the Freudenau lock and from here directly to the Danube Island, Vienna's favourite recreational area. You cycle back along quiet paths and enjoy a marvellous view of your A-ROSA cruise ship on the Reichsbrücke.

price:

€ 39.00 per person

duration:

approx. 1.5 Hours

transport:

depending on the weather, please contact reception in case of rain

level:

Sportlich

Hint:

Distance: approx. 18km

Roundtrip through the historical Vienna
€ 59.00

On this tour, you will get to know Vienna's most historically significant sights. We will begin with a drive along the Ringstrasse with its magnificent buildings, such as the State Opera, the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History, the Hofburg Palace, the Parliament Building, the city hall, the university, the stock exchange and past numerous palaces and monuments to famous composers, poets and artists. We will then continue to travel along the Prater with its famous Ferris Wheel to St. Charles's Church and the Viennese Music Association. One of Vienna’s landmarks can only be reached by foot due to its location – St. Stephen's Cathedral. After a brief tour of the outside, you will be taken back to your cruise ship.

price:

€ 59.00 per person

duration:

approx. 3.5 Hours

transport:

Bus and walking

level:

Moderate

Discover Vienna as a history detective
€ 35.00

Get active and go on an exciting journey of discovery together with the whole family. What is this trail all about or why was a spy window actually needed back then? Almost 2,000 years of Viennese history are within reach. It's the details that reveal so much - sharpen your eye and experience Vienna as a history detective!

Only available on the following cruises:
Danube Classics A-ROSA BELLA 13.04. | 20.04.2025
A-ROSA RIVA: 13.04. | 20.04. | 08.06. | 15.06. | 13.07. | 20.07. | 27.07. | 03.08. | 10.08. | 17.08. | 24.08. | 31.08. | 12.10. | 19.10.2025
A-ROSA FLORA: 08.04. | 08.08. | 15.08. | 22.08. | 29.08.2025
Danube Discovery 28.10.2025
Danube City Panorama 15.04. | 30.07.2025

price:

€ 35.00 per person

duration:

approx. 3.5 Hours

transport:

Bus and walking

level:

Moderate

Concert at Palais Eschenbach
€ 79.00

Built according to plans of architect Otto Thienemann in the style of Palladian Classicism, the Palais Eschenbach was opened in 1872 by Emperor Franz Joseph I. Here you enjoy the concert of the Vienna Supreme Orchestra. The entire house is still preserved inside and outside in its original substance. The ballroom is the ceremonial room of the building due to its valuable wall and ceiling features.

price:

€ 79.00 per person

duration:

approx. 3.5 Hours

transport:

Bus and walking

level:

Easy

Hint:

Concert tickets only; transfer can be organised separately on board

Städtereise nach Wien mit A-ROSA genießen

Concert at Palais Eschenbach - Category B
€ 65.00

price:

€ 65.00 per person

duration:

approx. 3.5 Hours

transport:

Bus and walking

level:

Easy

Hint:

Concert tickets only; transfer can be organised separately on board

Enchanting Vienna by Night
€ 79.00

In the evening, Vienna unfolds a very special magic. Just the artfully illuminated magnificent buildings that you pass on the Ringstrasse. And then this sea of lights! You can enjoy a breathtaking view of the thousands of twinkling lights from the Kahlenberg. At its foot you will find the wine-growing village of Grinzing. In a typical wine tavern you enjoy the evening with two glasses of wine, delicious snacks and traditional Schrammel music.

price:

€ 79.00 per person

duration:

approx. 3.5 Hours

transport:

Bus and walking

level:

Easy

Hint:

Meals and drinks: 2x 1/4l wine, small appetizers

2nd Day
Vienna
Dep 06:30 pm

From the Ringstrasse over the St Stephen's Cathedral to the Giant Ferris Wheel in the Prater, Vienna has plenty to offer for your second day. Visit a cosy coffee house and experience the true Viennese coffee culture. Schönbrunn Palace is also worth a visit. The beautiful baroque complex is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and also boasts modern technology: an elaborate virtual reality film lets visitors relive the history of the palace.

3rd Day
Esztergom
Arr 08:00 am
Dep 10:30 am
Budapest
Arr 03:00 pm

Esztergom

Arr 08:00 am Dep 10:30 am

Once the capital of Hungary, Esztergom sits right on the bank of the Danube and can be admired directly from the river. The castle tower and mighty basilica form an amazing sight, rising up from the steep bank of the Danube. This is a view you’ll definitely want to photograph during your Danube cruise. So, it’s a good thing that A-ROSA ships have such pleasant sun decks!

Budapest

Arr 03:00 pm

Do you know how many bridges Budapest has? There are seven in total – and they span the river between the neighbourhoods Buda and Pest. The most well known is probably the Széchenyi Chain Bridge. Take a look at Budapest’s imposing structures for yourself as you cruise down the Danube. And if you go out onto the sun deck of your A-ROSA ship, you’ll also have an unobstructed view of Budapest’s famous parliament building. The perfect way to experience a stunning city.

4th Day
Budapest
Dep 03:00 pm

Come and discover even more of the Hungarian capital on your second day in Budapest. Discover the historic Fisherman's Bastion and enjoy a spectacular view of the city. The second largest city on the Danube is also home to the famous Gellért Baths. Here you can really unwind in a truly cosy atmosphere.

5th Day
Bratislava
Arr 09:00 am
Dep 03:30 pm

Bratislava, home to approximately 450,000 inhabitants and located on the left bank of the Danube, is a young capital city – the youngest in Europe, in fact. Throughout the old town, you’ll see traces of the Austro-Hungarian Empire wherever you go. This leisurely city of baroque and rococo, palaces and palisades, and art and coffee houses is a perfect place to wander around, marvel at impressive sights, relax and unwind.

Flussreise auf der Donau nach Bratislava

6th Day
Krems
Arr 08:00 am
Dep 09:00 am
Melk
Arr 12:30 pm
Dep 01:30 pm

Krems

Arr 08:00 am Dep 09:00 am

Stop for an excursion. Krems an der Donau is not far from the Austrian capital Vienna. The town is part of the Wachau, a Danube valley that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. On your Danube cruise, we pass through Krems with the Wachau Passage on the way to and from Vienna.

Melk

Arr 12:30 pm Dep 01:30 pm

Excursion stop. A visit to Melk, the ‘Gateway to the Wachau’, brings you to the Danube Valley UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you can marvel at glorious landscapes. And no trip to the Wachau would be complete without a trip to Melk Abbey, a Benedictine monastery. This is a region where towns and landscapes appear to exist in perfect harmony.

7th Day
Passau
Arr 08:00 am
Dep 04:00 pm

Passau is the departure point for your exciting Danube cruise. A university city, it combines old-town charm and ecclesiastical history with a young, modern vibe. As the ship departs, enjoy the thrill of heading off along the Danube for the first time – and look forward to your cruise, with its many experiences, picturesque natural scenery and magnificent towns and cities. Welcome aboard!

8th Day
Wachau
Vienna
Arr 02:00 pm

Wachau

You are about to enjoy a real treat for the senses as you experience the Wachau up close. You will be mesmerised by the famous Danube valley between Melk and Krems. Taking in this fascinating river landscape as you stand on the sun deck of one of the A-ROSA Danube fleet is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It is no wonder that the Wachau is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This really is an absolute must-see.

Vienna

Arr 02:00 pm

Your unforgettable cruise comes to an end in Vienna, the city of music, art and flair. Here, where the baroque façades gleam in the sunlight and the aroma of coffee and Sachertorte fills the air, you will be greeted by a mesmerising atmosphere. The majestic buildings along the banks of the Danube reflect in the calm water and create a magical scenery for your last hours on board.

A-ROSA Premium all inclusive

Enjoy your most beautiful time with maximum comfort and with the all-round carefree package: A-ROSA Premium all inclusive.

Your desired cabin? Voilà! Sauna, fitness area, pool? Always at your service! Top culinary menus? Enjoy your meal! Attractive discounts on all massage and beauty treatments? Of course! Plus many other benefits that will always put a smile on your face, while you have nothing to do but think about your next wish.

Included Services

Full BoardPlus: Comprehensive breakfast, lunch and dinner buffets with live-cooking stations, embarkation snack, as well as daily tea and coffee time
Special Welcome (5 nights and more) & Farewell dinners (7 nights and more)
Tea, coffee and coffee specialities for breakfast, water, soft drinks, sparkling wine, as well as a selection of beer and wine included throughout the day, during bar opening hours
A-ROSA Best Price until 31 July 2025, Super Early Booking Discounts for bookings made until 30 November 2025 and Early Booking Discounts for bookings made until 28 February 2026 for cruises from March – October 2026 and bookings made until 31 August 2026 for cruises from November 2026 until January 2027.
Kids up to 15 years of age cruise for free on deck 1¹
One free change of reservation up to 30 days before departure
Comprehensive service concept with Guest Relations Management
Varied onboard entertainment for cruises of 7 nights or more with local performers
Room service in every cabin grade (during bar hours)²
A-ROSA App with information about your cruise
Special prices for additional services on board, e.g. SPA treatments, workshops³
Free e-bikes for independent exploration, subject to availability⁴
English-speaking travel and hotel management
Transfer between airport or TGV train station and ship when arrival is booked through A-ROSA⁵
Toiletries as well as bathrobes on request
Ship transfers

¹ Children up to and including 15 years of age travel free of charge when accompanied by at least one (two in Cat. G) supervising adult on Deck 1. From Deck 2 children receive a 30 % discount. Furthermore, children up to 7 years of age accompanied by 2 supervising adults can use a sofa bed free of charge on the A-ROSA SENA in categories B - D. On the A-ROSA ALVA, A-ROSA ALEA & A-ROSA CLEA children accompanied by at least one supervising adult receive a 30 % discount. The children’s discount is only valid for the cruise itself. Limited availabilities on all cruises.
² Drinks only, according to the room service menu. Except A-ROSA ALVA, A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA
³ Except A-ROSA ALEA and A-ROSA CLEA
⁴ A-ROSA ALVA, A-ROSA ALEA & A-ROSA CLEA: E-bike rental not available.
⁵ If a flight or TGV booking is made through A-ROSA, the transfer is included. You will receive the relevant details with your travel information.

PLEASE NOTE: Transfer between railway station and ship on the Danube & Rhine can be booked for an additional fee.

A-ROSA Early Booking Price

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Until 30 November 2025 Super Early Booking Price
Until 28 February 2026 for cruises from March – October 2026 and bookings made until 31 August 2025 for cruises from November 2026 until January 2027

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10. Apr 2026 - 17. Apr 2026
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