Ruins of a medieval castle perched on a rocky hilltop overlooking the Danube River in the Wachau Valley, Austria, surrounded by lush green hills and distant mountains

Save up to £400 per couple

Classic Danube Explorer

Top Highlights

A view of the Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna

Stay overnight in Vienna and enjoy an included guided tour of Austria's capital city

Bird's eye view of the Basilica of Esztergom, with it's turquoise domed roof with a cross on in the centre, and two smaller towers at the front with domed turquoise tops. Danube river in the background, with a bridge going across.

Arrive early at small but historic Esztergom, one of the oldest towns in Hungary

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Cruise the Wachau Valley

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Pass the quaint town of Krems

Itinerary

Further Highlights

An overnight stay and included guided tour in Budapest

A visit to the Slovakian capital, Bratislava

A scenic passage through the Wachau Valley to Melk

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Taste the Destination

We'll complement our delicious international dining with the very best authentic regional cuisine. Here’s a sample of what to expect…

Braised Beef Esterhazy – Braised sirloin with a savoury-sweet sauce of sour cream, onions and vegetables

Austrian veal roll roast served with rich chanterelle cream sauce

What the price includes

  • Seven nights' Premium All-Inclusive cruise accommodation
  • Return travel from the UK to Germany (unless you select our Tour Only option)
  • Included coach transfers to the ship (unless you select our Tour Only option)
  • On-board activities and entertainment
  • Buffet dining with live cooking stations
  • Flexible mealtimes
  • A FREE unlimited Premium All-Inclusive drinks package including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening
  • Occasional regional treats and specialities to complement your destination that day
  • Afternoon tea with freshly prepared cakes and pastries
  • The services of a Cruise Director and experienced English-speaking crew

Dates & Prices

Want to spread the cost? Choose our Easy Payment Plan.

Departure pointDeparture datePrice (per person)Availability
London Heathrow

May 2026 - October 2026

from £2,095 pp

6 dates available

Manchester

May 2026 - October 2026

from £2,232 pp

6 dates available

Accommodation

The A-ROSA DONNA river cruise ship passing beneath historic bridges over the Danube River in Budapest
A-ROSA DONNA River CruiseEach of A-ROSA's elegant river cruise vessels has been built specifically for the river upon which it sails, offering spacious, contemporary public areas, light, bright cabins and a casual-yet-stylish cruising experience.

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Further Information

Terms and Conditions:

Save up to £400 per couple offer is valid on new 2026 A-ROSA river cruise bookings made from 12am on 1st November to 1 December 2025 inclusive, and cannot be retrospectively applied to bookings already confirmed. All offers are subject availability and may be withdrawn without notice at any time. Discount amounts are already included in advertised fares, these may vary on selected departures, are not combinable with any other offers and apply to full-paying passengers only. These offers do not apply to any other Newmarket Holidays products.

Cruises are provided by A-ROSA river cruises. A-ROSA river cruises reserves the right to cancel, change or amend any cruise at short notice. Holidays booked with Newmarket Holidays are financially protected in accordance with ABTA, ATOL & ABTOT regulations. Newmarket Holidays Limited is a company registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 02238316.

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