Danube Cruise to Budapest from 599 Euros - 6 Days with Full Board Plus from Passau

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Updated: 08 September 2025 ·

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Danube Cruise to Budapest from 599 Euros - 6 Days with Full Board Plus from Passau

DCS Amethyst
DCS Amethyst

Experience an unforgettable Danube cruise on the stylish DCS Amethyst 1. You'll visit exciting cities like Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava, enjoy Full Board Plus, comfortable exterior cabins, and relaxing hours on the sundeck - all starting at 599 euros.

In just six days, immerse yourself in the highlights of the Danube: Explore three fascinating capitals - Budapest, Vienna, and Bratislava, stroll through the Wachau, and enjoy the ever-changing scenery from the sundeck. On the DCS Amethyst 1, you'll be well taken care of with excellent food, comfortable cabins, and a relaxed program.

This trip is ideal for anyone looking for a short getaway without sacrificing adventure and comfort. With an attractive starting price of 599 euros per person, it's also a real bargain - whether as a couple, alone, or with friends.

Deal Details

DCS Amethyst 1

6-day Danube cruise from/to Passau ✔ Full Board Plus with drinks, snacks & gala evening ✔ Highlights: Vienna, Budapest & Bratislava ✔ Three package options - also with train or overnight stay options ✔ Comfortable exterior cabins, many with French balcony ✔

Included Services

The chic restaurant area with a view
The chic restaurant area with a view
  • Danube cruise from/to Passau on the DCS Amethyst 1
  • All port fees and taxes
  • Accommodation in an exterior cabin
  • Full Board Plus with breakfast, lunch & dinner, afternoon coffee with cake, midnight snack
  • Welcome and farewell cocktail
  • Gala evening and onboard entertainment
  • Live music on board
  • Use of ship's facilities such as library, spa & panoramic lounge
  • German-speaking DCS tour guide
  • Luggage transport at embarkation and disembarkation

Route

Day 1: Passau: Start the journey at 4 PM. After boarding, there's time to explore the ship and toast to the start of the trip.

Day 2: Wachau & Vienna: Early morning short stopover in the Wachau before docking in Vienna for lunch. You have six hours to visit the Prater, St. Stephen's Cathedral, or a classic coffee house.

Day 3: Budapest: Entire day in the Hungarian capital. Discover the Castle District, the Chain Bridge, or relax in one of the famous thermal baths.

Day 4: Bratislava: Compact and charming: Bratislava impresses with Baroque architecture, old town flair, and cozy cafés - a perfect half-day stop.

Day 5: Wachau: Another journey through the Wachau, ideal for photography and amazement - perhaps a last excursion to Melk Abbey?

Day 6: Passau: Return around 9 AM. Disembarkation after breakfast.

The Ship

Perfect for a drink below deck: The ship's bar
Perfect for a drink below deck: The ship's bar
Panoramic view on deck
Panoramic view on deck

The DCS Amethyst 1 is your floating boutique hotel. With only 87 exterior cabins, it offers a personal atmosphere. From the spacious sundeck, you have a clear view of the landscape, and you can perfectly relax in the library or spa area. Culinary delights await you: from breakfast buffet, multi-course dinner menus to the gala dinner.

Technical Data

  • Year Built: 2002
  • Length: 125 meters
  • Width: 11 meters
  • Passengers: 172
  • Cabins: 87, all exterior, many with French balcony
  • Decks: 4
  • Language on board: German, English
  • Currency: Euro

More Booking Options

There's a nice lounge with a library for relaxing.
There's a nice lounge with a library for relaxing.

You have the choice between three different packages:

Package 1 - Cruise (from 599 euros): The standard option with all mentioned included services. Ideal for those who want to arrive flexibly and worry-free.

Package 2 - Cruise + Pre-Night Stay: Perfect if you want to arrive the day before. It includes a hotel stay before boarding - ideal for a stress-free start.

Package 3 - Cruise + Rail Package: For those who prefer to travel relaxed by train. Includes discounted train fare with seat reservation - valid throughout Germany and at adjacent stations (e.g. Salzburg, Basel, Kufstein).

Longer stays before or after the cruise and additional dates until December 2026 are possible. The route remains the same - you simply choose the date or package that suits you best.