The Danube is a beautiful river, spanning from the well in Schwarzwald (German for The Black Forest) and wending its way throughout Europe to the Black Sea. The second largest river in Europe, the Danube is a wonderful place to explore and a river cruise can be the perfect way to see as much of it as possible. Spanning a vast 2780 kilometres, the Danube is a major shipping route so it is not only beautiful but important to many industries and countries. With a range of countries to see, architecture to marvel at and people to meet; the Danube has so much to offer on a holiday cruise.
Waltzing along the River
A river cruise along the Danube can be a magical and romantic journey and one which can make for the most spectacular of holidays. Companies such as Viking river cruises offer an exciting journey along the Danube and while gazing at the many sights you get to stay in some luxurious accommodation making it an ideal way to enjoy your holiday.
There are several options for Danube river cruises that will allow trips to locations along the river. You can explore the enchanting beauty of Austria, Hungary and Slovakia travelling from Passau to Budapest on a magical journey or take a trip around stunning grand cities and small traditional towns enjoying the architecture of Vienna, the scenery of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk and the historical city of Nuremberg.
Wildlife spotting on the Danube
The Danube has so much to offer and as well as the sights along the way, why not keep an eye out for the wondrous wildlife that lives along the banks and in the water? With so many inquisitive mammals and fascinating birds, the Danube can offer not only a way to see man made buildings but the majesty of the rich wildlife along the way.
A cruise along Danube River can be a special holiday for all of the family to enjoy and a cruise can be the ideal way to see a vast number of amazing locations while always enjoying great accommodation and meals on board. There’s no need to go through the hassle of booking hotels and working out travel with a river cruise as it is all arranged and the flights to and from the UK to meet and depart your boat are often included making a cruise holiday along the Danube convenient as well as memorable.
So the next time you are looking for an exciting holiday destination, why limit yourself to just one place? Why not choose a thrilling river cruise along the beautiful blue Danube and make your holiday one to remember?