Danube cruise from Budapest to Passau

AMADEUS Riva with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra from 28 September to 5 October 2025

The musical highlight on the Danube

An 8-day river cruise aboard the AMADEUS Riva from 28 September to 5 October 2025. Budapest, Vienna, Bratislava, Salzburg and Passau are on the itinerary, along with exclusive concerts featuring members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, among others.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Budapest

Embarkation from 4 p.m.

Day 2 – Budapest – Esztergom

Recital with soprano Rebeca Olvera.

Day 3 – Bratislava

Tour of the old town.

Day 4 – Vienna

Music history and culture in the Austrian capital.

Day 5 – Vienna – Dürnstein – Emmersdorf

Exclusive concert with members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in the Kolomanisaal hall of Melk Abbey.

Day 6 – Linz

Traditional music concert on board.

Day 7 – Linz – Salzburg

Excursion to Salzburg

Day 8 – Passau

Disembarkation after breakfast.

We are happy to organise tickets for the performance of ‘The Barber of Seville’ on 1 October 2025 at the Vienna State Opera, including transfers.

Included services

• Music programme on board and ashore
• Concert with members of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra in the Kolomanisaal hall at Melk Abbey
• Recital with Rebeca Olvera, accompanied by pianist Anna Hauner
• 1 additional concert on board
• Evening Danube cruise in Budapest
• Traditional music concert on board in Linz
• Meet & greets with the artists

Cabins & suites

Luxurious outside cabins and suites with river views:

• Suites on the Mozart Deck with walk-in balconies
• Cabins on the Mozart and Strauss Decks with lowerable panoramic windows (except AMADEUS Brilliant)
• All cabins with individually adjustable air conditioning
• Flexible bed configuration

Gourmet full board

• Breakfast buffet, multi-course lunch and dinner with choice of menu
• Regional specialities and fresh ingredients from the regions visited
• Afternoon tea and midnight snack
• Water, coffee, tea and wine during lunch and dinner

Additional

• Personal service from an English-speaking AMADEUS cruise director (on-board language is English)
• Varied on-board programme with lectures, cooking demonstrations and music
• Fitness room
• Free bike hire on board
• AMADEUS audio system for all guided excursions
• All port taxes, lock fees, embarkation and disembarkation fees
• Free Wi-Fi on board
• Free travel cancellation insurance

Prices per person

•    Category A1 Mozart Deck, 17.5 m²: £3,499

•    Category B1 Strauss Deck, 17.5 m²: €2,899

•    Category B4 Strauss Deck, 17.5 m²: €2,699

•    Category C1 Haydn Deck, 16 m²: €1,999

The cabins listed are our recommendations. The AMADEUS Suite category is of course also available on request.

Programme subject to change.

Arrival and departure

We would be happy to book the ideal journey to your river cruise according to your preferences.

About the ship AMADEUS Riva

The AMADEUS Riva is the newest premium ship in the AMADEUS fleet and has been awarded GREEN AWARD gold status – it is one of the most sustainable river cruise ships in Europe.

Spread over four decks, there are 12 suites and 67 outside cabins with walk-in balconies or lowerable panoramic windows. Enjoy culinary experiences in the Panorama Restaurant. Other meeting places include the Panorama Bar, the sun deck with lounge and outdoor restaurant, and the ‘Café Vienna’.

The glass-enclosed River Terrace and the modern fitness room invite you to relax.

To make a non-binding booking enquiry

The terms and conditions of Amadeus River Cruises apply to this cruise. We act as an agent for the trip; the travel contract is concluded with the shipping company. [Open the terms and conditions of AMADEUS River Cruises]