Rhine Danube River Cruises

Table Of Content

• Our gala Imperial Evening at a private palace in Vienna
• Tauck Exclusive – Imperial Evening at Palais Pallavicini
• TAUCK RIVER CRUISES 12 Days Musical Magic Along the DanubeWestbound Only
• How Does Viking & Tauck River Cruises Compare on Price, Inclusions and Booking Policies?
• Guide to River Cruises
• Unlocking the experience

Since launching our first-ever European river cruise in 1992… long before river cruising emerged as the hottest way to travel… Tauck has become a leading expert on the continent's storied waterways. We know the destinations dotting the river banks and those off the beaten path that deliver authentic experiences. And, of course, we know the rivers… not just the basic facts, but how they impacted the history and culture of the destinations they flow through.

Our gala Imperial Evening at a private palace in Vienna

We wanted them to travel Europe's rivers in the same beyond-the-ordinary Tauck style they experienced on our land trips. With that in mind, we searched to find a company to partner with that would share our values and our commitment to "do the right thing" by our guests... Together, we crafted a river cruise experience that was ahead of its time and inspired by the destinations we explore. On board every Tauck riverboat, you'll find couples young and young at heart… groups of friends and groups who share common interests or alma maters… solo travelers and families… all having the best time of their lives.

Tauck Exclusive – Imperial Evening at Palais Pallavicini

Any advice for this trip as to temperature, clothing, room amenities etc. Tauck does have a few high-end extras onboard, including a fitness center, complimentary bikes and a plunge pool on the top deck. There's a salon that provides hair and nail services, as well as a small spa for massage treatments.

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TAUCK RIVER CRUISES 12 Days Musical Magic Along the DanubeWestbound Only

Scylla's fleet boasts some of the most luxurious and modern ships cruising the rivers of Europe. For 40+ years Scylla has been a family-owned and operated company, with Robert and Arno Reitsma, André's sons, now steering the helm. Scylla's motto, "Quality, Our Passion," drives every decision they make and impels them toward continued innovation.

Because you will be cruising on a river and not on the open sea, you are never far from land and, therefore, there is no doctor on board the riverboat. In case of emergency we can easily dock the boat and call for an ambulance or medical assistance. TAUCK AIRPORT TRANSFERS are included at the start and end of the journey between the airport and the Tauck hotel.

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Details will be provided with written confirmation of your reservation. Cruise and Event Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties. You need to provide this information to us as soon as you book your cruise or boarding may be denied.

Guide to River Cruises

Viking ships sail all of Europe's major rivers, including the Rhine, Danube, Rhone, Main, Moselle, Seine, Dordogne, Garonne, Gironde and Dutch waterways. Viking also has six smaller "Baby Longships," which sail the Douro River in Portugal and the Elbe River in Germany and the Czech Republic. Then, there are the ships in Egypt, China, Vietnam and Cambodia,  which the line either owns or charters, and in 2023 Viking launches its first ship on the Mississippi. All told, the fleet stands at 70 (excluding ships not currently operating in Russia). Tauck carries fewer passengers onboard so its tour groups are, by definition, smaller.

Beautiful, Baroque Passau, the "City of Three Rivers"

And so many more opportunities to personally connect with the culture and people you meet in ways you couldn't do on your own. For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.

Unlocking the experience

The most favorable months for riverboat travel in Eastern Europe are in late spring and summer. During those months the temperatures range from highs of 63 to 73 ºF in May (17 to 23 ºC) and 71 to 83 ºF (22 to 28 ºC) in July. The overnight temperatures range from 45 to 50 ºF (7 to 10 ºC) in May and 53 to 60 ºF (12 to 16 ºC) in July. The temperatures increase as you travel down the Rhine and the Main to the Danube and finally the Black Sea port of Constanta.

Having fewer people on the same size ship does make a difference in terms of seating, service and overall vibe. One thing both lines have in common is that they use modern coaches branded with the line's logo and photos of the ships or exotic locations (making them easily identifiable in a crowd of coaches). They also use the Quietvox system during excursions, where the tour guide speaks into a headset while passengers listen on receivers. This allows passengers to go at their own pace while still hearing the guide. Choose Viking if you are more a do-it-yourself person on shore and with tips, and don't mind paying for your Happy Hour and after-hours drinks. The pours at lunch and dinner are generous, so if you're not a liquor drinker -- or don't like alcohol at all -- you might not need all the extras that Tauck provides.

Final Payment is due to Tauck 60 days before departure for lands trips, and 120 days before departure for cruises and rail journeys. If your deposit was made by credit card, final payment will be automatic unless you opted out at time of booking. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice.

Bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers are provided in each guest room at the hotel(s) and in each cabin on board the riverboat. The restaurants, hotels, caterers and numerous other partners we work with all do their best to accommodate special dietary requests from Tauck guests. However, given the diverse nature of those food providers (from small wineries to grand hotels to world-famous restaurants in more than 70 countries worldwide), some of our partners are better able than others to accommodate such requests. We therefore cannot guarantee that all dietary requests can be accommodated at every meal. Also, please note that where dietary requests can be accommodated, choices will frequently be limited. This optional Cruise and Event Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included in initial payment.

So we have used the added ship length to offer twenty-two 300-square-foot Tauck Suites – the most of any river cruise ship on any European river. To increase the amount of natural sunlight on the lower deck, we've created 8 loft cabins that extend from the first to the second decks, providing guests with an additional view; all windows in these loft cabins open. Life onboard our best-rated river cruise line is one of refined pleasures. Along the way, you'll discover architectural and cultural treasures, taste locally made wine and dine like an aristocrat at Tauck Exclusive private royal palace dinners. Your Danube River Cruise begins and ends with 2-night stays at premier, city-center hotels in Budapest and Prague, as well as a 2-day docking mid-cruise in Vienna—giving you ample opportunity to further explore these romantic capitals of Europe. Within the first 10 days after you place your initial deposit, you may cancel your reservation for any reason with no cancellation fees.

You are not required to obtain a visa to enter any of these countries for the short duration of this tour. You can choose from itineraries that sail along the Danube, Rhine, Rhône, Seine and Douro Rivers. Book with peace of mind, assured that you'll also have choices in the event Tauck is unable to operate your journey's departure date. We'll give you options to travel on another 2021 or 2022 date – or, if you wish, on a different journey. And if you decide that the time is not right for you to travel, we'll refund your full tour cost.