Viking Cruises · Grand European Tour · Rhine · Main · Danube
Amsterdam → Budapest · 15 Days across the heart of Europe
Sail across the heart of Europe on an extraordinary 15-day journey from Amsterdam to Budapest, cruising three legendary waterways — the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers. This is Viking's most iconic itinerary, and one of the most celebrated river cruises in the world.
From the windmills of the Netherlands to the imperial grandeur of Vienna, from Germany's medieval towns and vine-covered hillsides to the breathtaking skyline of Budapest — this voyage connects Western and Eastern Europe in one seamless, unforgettable experience.
Board your Viking ship in Amsterdam and settle into your stateroom. Explore the city's iconic canals, golden-age architecture, and vibrant waterfront before setting sail on your grand European adventure.
Visit the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills — the Netherlands' most iconic landmark — then enjoy time along the Dutch coast near Noordwijk. A quintessentially Dutch day before heading south into Germany.
Explore Cologne's atmospheric Old Town and stand before the towering Gothic cathedral — a UNESCO World Heritage Site that took over 600 years to complete. One of Germany's most impressive architectural achievements.
Discover Koblenz where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet, then sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge — a UNESCO World Heritage landscape of medieval castles, sheer cliffs, and steeply terraced vineyards.
Step into one of Germany's most perfectly preserved medieval towns. Miltenberg's half-timbered houses, cobblestone lanes, and ancient marketplace feel unchanged since the 14th century — a genuine hidden gem.
Visit the magnificent Würzburg Residence — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's finest Baroque palaces. Its Grand Staircase ceiling fresco by Tiepolo is the largest in the world.
Explore one of Germany's most beautifully preserved medieval cities, built across seven hills and threaded with canals. Bamberg's Old Town is entirely UNESCO-listed, earning its nickname "the Franconian Rome."
A city of extraordinary depth — from its fairy-tale medieval fortifications and Imperial Castle to the sobering WWII Documentation Centre and Nuremberg Trials courthouse. Rich, complex, and unforgettable.
Stroll through Regensburg's beautifully preserved medieval Old Town — another UNESCO treasure — and admire the Gothic cathedral and ancient Stone Bridge spanning the Danube. One of Bavaria's finest cities.
Explore the "City of Three Rivers" where the Inn, Ilz, and Danube converge. Passau's Baroque old town, colorful facades, and St. Stephen's Cathedral — home to Europe's largest church organ — make it unmissable.
Visit the dramatic Melk Abbey — a stunning Benedictine monastery perched atop a rocky promontory above the Danube — then sail through the glorious Wachau Valley, one of Europe's most scenic stretches of river.
A full day in one of the world's great capitals. Schönbrunn Palace, the Ringstrasse, the Kunsthistorisches Museum, and the Vienna State Opera — or simply sit at a Kaffeehaus and let the city wash over you.
A peaceful day onboard as you sail through the Austrian and Slovak countryside, past charming riverside villages and rolling hills. Enjoy the Aquavit Terrace, the library, or a port talk before Budapest tomorrow.
Arrive in Hungary's magnificent capital — arguably the most dramatic arrival of any river cruise in Europe. The Parliament building, Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the glittering Chain Bridge line both banks of the Danube.
Conclude your Grand European Tour in Budapest. Spend a final morning exploring this world-class city before heading home — or ask Paulo about extending your stay with a post-cruise Budapest hotel package.
| Stateroom Type | Per Person | 2 Guests Total |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Stateroom | $4,999 | $9,998 |
| French Balcony | $7,099 | $14,198 |
| Veranda Stateroom | $7,699 | $15,398 |
| Veranda Suite | $11,499 | $22,998 |
| Explorer Suite | $13,499 | $26,998 |