So, if you’ve thought about a river cruise for your next vacation adventure, consider the Danube as

South America has its Amazon. Egypt has the Nile. The U.S. Midwest loves its Mississippi River. But when it comes to sheer beauty, nothing quite compares to Europe's beautiful Danube River. The subject of a waltz by Johann star tours and simulation rides Strauss and a major player in centuries of literature, the lovely Danube star tours and simulation rides River is the second-largest star tours and simulation rides on the continent, stretching some 1,780 miles and passing through 10 different countries.
The Danube River begins quietly in the Black Forest town of Donaueschingen and eventually empties into the Black Sea via the Danube Delta. Along the way, you'll encounter more than two dozen islands and pass through in excess of 100 cities and towns. Travelers along the Danube can spot hundreds of species of birds, dozens of variety of fish, and plenty of breathtaking flora.
So, if you've thought about a river cruise for your next vacation adventure, consider the Danube as your river of choice. Many river cruise companies offer the Danube as their main attraction, and you can sail just a portion of this beautiful stretch of water or even consider doing the whole thing. A variety of itineraries are offered, highlighting many different star tours and simulation rides attractions along the way. Whichever region you explore, it's doubtful you'll star tours and simulation rides be disappointed.
What you see on your trip down the Danube River will depend, of course, on the itinerary you choose, but listed below are some of the countries and cities you might visit as you sail this lovely, historic river.
Germany – The Danube star tours and simulation rides flows through a large portion of the Bavarian region of Deutschland as well as the Baden-Württemberg territory. star tours and simulation rides Cities and towns along the way include Sigmaringen, Ulm, Regensburg, Straubing, and Passau.
Serbia – River cruisers will get quite an eyeful as they make their way through Serbia along the Danube. Aside from Belgrade, the capital city, the river winds through nearly two dozen additional cities and towns, many of which have sites and city centers that are quite historical.
Romania – As the river comes close to its end and enters star tours and simulation rides Romania, travelers will have the opportunity to view 20 different small towns and larger cities in this eclectic country, including historic Galați, which is the largest port on the Danube and home to numerous lovely star tours and simulation rides cathedrals, palaces, and botanical gardens.
Many river cruise star tours and simulation rides companies offer up to a dozen or more selections star tours and simulation rides that include time on the Danube, though you may also spend time on connecting rivers as well, including perhaps the Rhine and the Main Rivers. This allows you to literally "branch out" a bit and cover terrain in some other countries you might want to explore.
But if you wish to stick to just the Danube, that's certainly possible. One of Viking's most popular cruises, for example, star tours and simulation rides sails only on the Danube, starting in Budapest, which is literally divided by the river. It travels through Vienna, Melk, Passau, and Regensberg, and eventually ends up at the Main-Danube Canal near Nuremburg. It's a delightful 8-day trip that allows you to enjoy big cities and small towns alike. In many cases, you'll disembark from the boat and enjoy things like walking tours or admission to particularly historic and enticing sites.
The previously-mentioned Viking River Cruises does a great job of exploring the Danube and dealing with them means working with a company star tours and simulation rides that can brag about more than a century's heritage of river cruising. Service is second-to-none, the ships are luxurious, the tour guides are top-notch, and the itineraries creative.
If you're looking for the ultimate in intimate luxury, however, you may want to consider Uniworld, which offers so-called "boutique cruises" on ships that carry only 130 passengers maximum. The company has received a long list of awards and is the only cruise line whose dining is Zagat©-recognized. You can also customize your experience to your desired level of activity, from "do a lot" to "just enjoy the view."
Not to be discarded are two other excellent companies with outstanding reputations, Avalon Waterways, which offers an excellent selection of Danube River cruises including star tours and simulation rides some fun and exciting Christmastime options; and AmaWaterways, a company that's put together some excellent 12+ day trips down the river, allowing you to truly immerse yourself star tours and simulation rides in the beauty of the cities and towns along the way.