CFC- Viking Danube Waltz

 

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Join us on this spectacular Viking cruise on the Danube River, from Passau, Germany to Budapest, Hungary.

This port-intensive cruise will be the highlight of your 2026 travel adventures.

Dates: November 1 - 8, 2026

 

Current Promotion:

- FREE Roundtrip Flights

- FREE upgrade from Veranda B to Veranda A

- FREE Beverage Package

- Price includes $125 Group Discount

Promotion expires on May 4, 2026 or

until the cabins for the sailing are sold out

 

 

 
Cruise Information
 

 

 

Soak up soothing steam at a Budapest thermal bath. Learn to waltz at a Viennese dance school. Savor Austro-Hungarian cuisine in Vienna and Budapest. Admire the Wachau Valley’s beauty. Explore lesser-known Central European cities like Bratislava and Passau. Witness daily monastic life on an exclusive visit to Göttweig Abbey. This eight-day itinerary reveals the best of these places while cruising leisurely through spectacular scenery.
 

 

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About the Sailing

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Viking Embla

Viking River Cruises

Departing Passau on Sunday, November 1st 2026

7-night trip going to European Rivers (River Cruises)

Visiting: Passau, Linz, Krems, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest

Itinerary | About the Ship | Deck Plans | Ports of Call

Staterooms

Veranda Stateroom: A

Veranda Stateroom: A

Stateroom Type: Balcony

FREE Roundtrip Flights - Price includes $125 Group Discount - Includes FREE upgrade from Veranda B to Veranda A - FREE Beverage Package Promotion expires on May 4, 2026 or until the cabins for the sailing are sold out

Boasting sweeping river views, The Veranda Staterooms are comfortable and airy, with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening up onto to a full-size veranda. These Staterooms provide guests with hotel-style beds measuring 79 inches x 63 inches, with optional twin-bed configuration. Guests can expect a private bathroom with a shower and premium bath products, with bathrobe and slippers available on request.

Veranda Staterooms also provide guests with a telephone, small refrigerator and a safe for belongings. Bottled water is replenished daily and the rooms are fitted with individual climate control to suit any passengers requirements.

There is plenty of space under the bed for storing suitcases as well as a roomy wardrobe complete with wooden hangers. The Staterooms are fitted with 220V and 110V power points and a Sony 40-inch flat-panel TVs with premium entertainment package including: BBC News, CNBC, CNN, National Geographic, TNT Series, Sky Sports, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”.

Per Guest

Guest 1

Price: $3,999.00
Total: $3,999.00

Guest 2

Price: $3,999.00
Total: $3,999.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Veranda Suite: AA

Veranda Suite: AA

Stateroom Type: Suite

FREE Roundtrip Flights - Price includes $125 Group Discount - Includes FREE upgrade from Veranda B to Veranda A - FREE Beverage Package Promotion expires on May 4, 2026 or until the cabins for the sailing are sold out

The Veranda Suites feature two rooms with a veranda off the living room and a French balcony in the bedroom. These Suites provide guests with hotel-style beds measuring 79 inches x 63 inches, with optional twin-bed configuration. Guests can enjoy a large bathroom with shower and premium bath products, with bathrobe and slippers available on request.

Veranda Suites also provide guests with a telephone, small refrigerator and a safe for belongings. Bottled water is replenished daily and the rooms are fitted with individual climate control to suit any passengers requirements.

There is plenty of space under the bed for storing suitcases as well as a roomy wardrobe complete with wooden hangers. The Suites are fitted with 220V and 110V power points and two Sony 40-inch flat-panel TVs with premium entertainment package including: BBC News, CNBC, CNN, National Geographic, TNT Series, Sky Sports, videos on demand and “View From the Bridge”.

Per Guest

Guest 1

Price: $5,499.00
Total: $5,499.00

Guest 2

Price: $5,499.00
Total: $5,499.00

includes all applicable taxes and fees

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Itinerary

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    Port

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  • Day 1

    Date 11/01/2026

    Port Passau

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  • Day 2

    Date 11/02/2026

    Port Passau

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  • Day 3

    Date 11/03/2026

    Port Linz

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  • Day 4

    Date 11/04/2026

    Port Krems

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  • Day 5

    Date 11/05/2026

    Port Vienna

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  • Day 6

    Date 11/06/2026

    Port Bratislava

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  • Day 7

    Date 11/07/2026

    Port Budapest

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  • Day 8

    Date 11/08/2026

    Port Budapest

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About the Viking River Cruises Viking Embla

Embla - The First Woman
In Norse mythology, Embla was the first woman to be created, the mother of the human race. The god Odin and his brothers made Embla, along with Ask, the first man, from two tree trunks found on the seashore. Embla and Ask were then given Midgard, the world of humans, as a place to live and call home.

Details and Deck Plans

Year Built 2012 Capacity 190
Year Refurbished -- Elevators 1
Registry Switzerland Restaurants 2
Tonnage 0 Bars 2
Cabins 95 Pools --
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins N Theaters N
Shops Y Library Y
Meeting Rooms N Casino N
Spa N Disco N
Fitness Center N Children's Program N
Internet Cafe Y

Ports of Call

Passau (Days 1, 2)

One of Germany´s oldest and most beautiful cities, Passau is ideally located at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers. This city, with its charming cobblestone streets and graceful arcades, is perfect for exploring. Begin with the impressive St Stephan´s Cathedral. Beneath its lavish interior is one of the largest pipe organs in the world.
Attractions & Activities
Set at the confluence of Inn, Ilz and Danube Rivers, enchanting Passau is home to charming cobblestone streets, elegantly colored building facades, and graceful arcades. Passau's baroque St. Stephan's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes, which is still used for concerts today.

Linz (Day 3)

Under the rule of the mighty Habsburgs, Austria was the dominant political force in Central Europe. Today it may be politically reconciled to being a minor player in the European Union but it has few peers as a year-round holiday destination, with plenty of winter sports in the Schwarzenegger-sized Alps, some of the most impressive and overblown architecture in Europe and an unrivalled musical tradition that even The Sound of Music couldn't sully.

Krems (Day 4)

Krems an der Donau is the eastern gateway to the Wachau Valley, one of Europe's loveliest river landscapes. It is also one of the oldest cities in the land. This history extending back more than a thousand years is evident everywhere - in the streets and squares, in the old monasteries and churches, in the town houses and fortifications. The historical center of Krems is one of the most beautiful in Europe. Over the centuries, builders and architects have created a unique city'scape here that has been lovingly cared for and preserved. These efforts have not gone unnoticed. In 1975 Krems was singled out as a "Model City for Historical Preservation" and in 2000 it was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List. With all this history, you might think that the city is dominated by the past. In reality, Krems is very open to modern life: Contemporary art and culture play an important role here, adding variety and energy to public areas throughout the city.

Vienna (Day 5)

A wealth of treasures await you in Vienna - one of Europe´s most dynamic cities. A center of classical music, art, theater, and history, Vienna is the city of the waltz, the Spanish Riding School, Sacher Torte, and the famous Vienna Boys´ Choir. A number of excursions allow you to capture the spirit of this elegant city.
Attractions & Activities
Any visitor to Vienna should be sure to stop in one of the city's famous cafes to taste the delectable Sacher Torte. Noted landmarks include the impressive Hofsburg Palace, Vienna Opera House, and lavish Schonbrunn Palace, the preferred residence of the Hapsburgs.

Bratislava (Day 6)

The capital of Slovakia, Bratislava is filled with baroque city palaces that have been lovingly restored and is dominated by an enormous castle that sits 300 feet above the Danube. After decades of communist rule, Bratislava is once again transforming itself into one of central Europe's most vibrant cities. See St. Martin's Cathedral in the historic Old Town, Michael's Gate and the neoclassic Archbishop's Palace as well as centuries-old squares filled with shops and cafes.
Attractions & Activities
Visit 13th-century Bratislava Castle, which offers a breathtaking view of three countries, the Gothic cathedral of St Martin, site of the coronation of many Hungarian kings and queens. On your own, explore the Old Town Hall and the stunning Mirbach Palace.

Budapest (Days 7, 8)

This enchanting and exotic capital of Hungary straddles the banks of the Danube and is divided into two distinct parts, traditional Buda and more modern Pest. Budapest is aptly called "Paris of the East," for its beautiful evening illumination and reflected lights in the Danube's waters.
Attractions & Activities
The old city features amazing examples of architecture such as Buda Castle, the baroque Parliament building, Chain Bridge and Matthias church, where the coronation ceremonies of Hungarian Kings were held. Gellert Hill, high above the city, offers not-to-be missed views.

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