The Best River Cruises in Austria

Which Tour Companies Offer River Cruises?

A number of fantastic tour companies offer river cruises in Austria. These are a few of the best, because they offer the highest rated service, provide the best overall quality, and have the most five-star guest reviews to prove it.

A-ROSA

A-ROSA offers local river cruise tours through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, the Netherlands, and others. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 5 days to 3 weeks. The company appeals to travelers of all ages, with many tours focusing on families with children. Budget travelers will appreciate the relative affordability of the company's offerings.

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Avalon Waterways

Focusing on river cruise tours through Germany, France, Hungary, and the Netherlands, Avalon Waterways is a well established tour provider. Most participants on their tours are adults and their tours range in length from 5 days to 4 weeks. Some of their offerings cater to families with children. Most of the tours provided by Avalon Waterways are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service.

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Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours

Focusing on river cruise tours through Germany, France, Hungary, and the Netherlands, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours is a well established tour provider. Most participants on their tours are adults and their tours range in length from 5 days to 12 weeks. Most of the tours provided by Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours are high-end and luxurious with a top-tier level of service.

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AmaWaterways

AmaWaterways is a large company with a focus on river cruise tours through Germany, France, Hungary, and the Netherlands. Most participants are adults and the tours range in length from 8 days to 2 weeks. The tours offered by AmaWaterways are usually luxurious, high-end, and provide a top-tier level of service.

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River Cruise Destinations in Austria

Wondering where river cruise tours visit in Austria? With a variety of stops and destinations along the way, there's something for everyone.

Vienna

Vienna is the capital of Austria and its beautifully situated on the Danube River. It's an artistic city that has a long history of classical music including being home to such renowned musicians as Mozart and Beethoven. The city has many palaces and beautiful architecture.

The city has beautiful Baroque architecture and a livable atmosphere.

Linz

Linz sits on both sides of the Danube River and is filled with Baroque architecture and a great main square. There are art museums and many historic sights to visit. It's also a city that's filled with bakeries so make sure you sample the many sweet treats around town.

It sits along the Danube and is filled with charming cafes and beautiful architecture.

Salzburg

Salzburg a beautiful Austrian city near the border with Germany. It's part of the Eastern Alps and it has a beautiful old town that is filled with music and nice architecture. The city is the birthplace of Mozart and there are several museums relating to his life. Salzburg is also the setting for the famed Van Trapp family whose story is retold in the classic "Sound of Music."

This stunning city is known for its beautiful churches and hillside views.

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Other popular destinations for river cruise tours through Austria include Melk, Krems an der Donau, Hallstatt, and Ybbs an der Donau.

Which is cheaper?

Is it cheaper to plan your own trip or join guided river cruises? The answer isn't clear-cut. Tours typically package accommodations, transportation, meals, entry fees, and activities into one price, whereas independent travelers must arrange and pay for these themselves. To understand the cost difference, compare the tour's price with the cost of booking everything individually. Depending on whether you choose budget-friendly options or splurge on certain aspects, the tour might be a better deal—or not. Make sure to check what's included before drawing conclusions.

Also, before booking a tour, make sure you know exactly what is included as tour companies sometimes change their itineraries or included amenities to keep them updated with seasonal changes and customer interests.

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Also, if you're departing from a specific destination, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vienna, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Salzburg, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Innsbruck, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krimml, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Villach, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lech, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krems an der Donau, The Best 10-Day Tours from Vienna, or The Best 2-Week Tours from Vienna for more package tour options.