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Northern Europe Circuit via Passau, Linz am Rhein & Melk

Passau · Linz am Rhein · Melk · Vienna · Bratislava · Budapest

Port-heavy Northern Europe itinerary. Covers Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary.

7 nights Vilshofen Northern Europe 8 ports
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What this trip feels like

Active, varied and destination-focused

With 8 ports across 7 nights, this trip keeps the focus on time ashore. Expect more destination variety and a busier rhythm, with the ship serving as the link between port days.

Port-forward pace

8 ports in 7 nights

Most days put a destination at the center of the plan.

Broad destination variety

Passau · Linz am Rhein · Melk + more

Frequent changes of scenery across the itinerary.

Route logistics

Sails from Vilshofen

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Port experience

Passau · Make the most of your time ashore

Calls here tend to be relatively short, so your usable port day is more limited than at many stops.

Best for · Destination-led trips · Active days ashore · Travelers who prefer variety

Think twice if · You want long, uninterrupted stretches of time onboard

Best departures

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Vilshofen → Passau → Bratislava → Budapest

Nov 25 · 7 nights

No pricing inside · $928/night

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Itinerary pricing

What this itinerary usually costs

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Lowest recent fare

$928/night

$6,499 total

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Not enough departures yet to identify a reliable cheaper season.

Route overview

How this route is built

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7 nights · 8 port calls · 4 countries

8 port calls across Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary · More port-intensive than many 7-night alternatives.

  1. 1

    Embark in Vilshofen

    Embarkation ports can vary by sailing

  2. 2

    Passau

    Germany · Northern Europe

  3. 3

    Passau

    Germany · Northern Europe

  4. 4

    Linz am Rhein

    Germany · Northern Europe

  5. 5

    Melk

    Austria

  6. 6

    Vienna

    Austria

  7. 7

    Vienna

    Austria

  8. 8

    Bratislava

    Slovakia · Northern Europe

  9. 9

    Budapest

    Hungary

  10. 10

    Disembark in Budapest

    Disembarkation ports can vary by sailing

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FAQ

What’s the best month to sail this itinerary?
It depends on weather and crowd levels. Use the sailing list to compare dates and prioritize port days with comfortable conditions.
Are these sailings all the same route?
They can be close but not identical. Look for differences in port order, arrival times, and sea day placement.
How should I choose between two similar sailings?
Compare: (1) ship, (2) port day timing, (3) number of sea days, (4) price vs cabin value, and (5) flight convenience.