Discover the Danube’s Wine & Beer Heritage
Journey through five European countries and uncover centuries of winemaking and brewing traditions along the legendary Danube, discovering timeless wine and beer customs woven with culture, heritage and unforgettable destinations.
From Budapest to Passau, discover Europe’s wine and beer traditions on this exclusive river cruise along the iconic Danube. This specially curated eight-day luxury cruise meandering through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, the Czech Republic and Germany, pairs breathtaking landscapes, grand cities, and historical splendours with rich regional culture and exclusive immersions in centuries of European wine and beer heritage.
Amid the charming wine region of Etyek, sample Hungary’s distinct wines. Explore Slovakia’s historic Small Carpathian Wine Route and local varietals in centuries-old cellars. Cruise through the spectacular World Heritage-listed Wachau Valley, where rolling vineyards and medieval villages reveal esteemed winemaking legacies. Visit Klosterneuburg Abbey, one of Austria’s oldest and most historically significant monasteries, for an exclusive wine tasting. In Passau, savour a tasting of local beers while learning about the regional brewing culture and folklore.
On board your Emerald StarShip, enjoy evenings of wine and cheese pairings and insightful beer tastings that reflect the regions you cruise through. Whether a seasoned connoisseur or a casual enthusiast, this unique river cruise ensures an unforgettable taste of authentic European flavours and fascinating cultural legacies.
The Emerald Cruises Difference
Experience an unforgettable voyage of discovery with shore excursions, EmeraldPLUS cultural experiences, and the EmeraldACTIVE program all included.
7 nights on board an Emerald Star-Ship
Budapest tour with Grand Market visit
Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Hike to Gellert Hill
19 delectable meals including 7 breakfasts (B), 5 lunches (L), 7 dinners (D)
Airport transfers to and from your Emerald Star-Ship
Carpathian Wine Tour
Local Slovakian entertainment on board
Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner
The services of an Emerald Cruises cruise director
Panoramic Vienna City Tour and Klosterneuburg Abbey Wine Tour
Guided tour of Ceský Krumlov
Guided e-bike tour of Vienna
Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner on board
Port taxes and charges
Guided tour of Melk Abbey
Bavarian Beer Experience
Guided hike in Weissenkirchen
All tipping and gratuities
Guided e-bike tour along the Danube River
Hike to Veste Oberhaus
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