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Autumn is a magical time of year for river cruising.

The trees and shrubbery transform with varied shades of rusty oranges and browns, rich reds, golden yellows and dark pinks, offering stunning views of the river bank. The weather is changing, and so is the atmosphere – tourist crowds start to fade from the towns and cities, leaving a quieter and more authentic feel to the destination. 

It's the perfect time to sail along the Danube, the Douro and the Rhine - where you'll see the grape harvest.

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Art and Music of the Blue Danube River Cruise

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  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ships
  • Dublin Airport
  • 12 included experiences
  • Full board dining
  • Enjoy on board musical performances
  • Guided tours of the most historic towns and cities
  • Behind the scenes tour with the renowned Vienna Boys Choir
Statue of Archduke Charles on Heldenplatz square and Museum of Natural History dome, Vienna, Austria
Hofburg Palace and it's white stone italian architecture, Austria
View of the Bratislava Castle surrounded by vegetation in Slovakia

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Budapest, Bratislava & Vienna: A Danube Discovery River Cruise

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  • Austria, Hungary, Slovakia
  • 5* ship
  • Dublin Airport
  • Full board dining
  • 4 included experiences
  • Guided tours of Bratislava, Vienna & Budapest
  • Locally-inspired string quartet performance
  • Sail along the beautiful Blue Danube

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A large rock sculpture of decebalus overlooking the Danube River gorge

The Danube River Travel Guide

Glide past the culture-rich banks of the Danube River at the heart of central Europe.

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Aerial view of old town of Porto at sunset in Portugal.

A Guide to Cruising the Douro River

Embark on an unforgettable voyage alongside the Douro river’s beautiful riverbanks awash with olive, almond and grape terraces

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Autumn Cruising on the Blue Danube

Discover the joys of cruising on the Danube during the autumn season – and take advantage of autumn wine festivals.

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