We took a Viking River Cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg, Germany. What a wonderful way to see Europe. With only 140 guests on the river boat, we stopped at small towns in Austria and Germany along the way. Every port began with an informative walking tour including a major historical sight for a few hours. We were then given free time to walk around the town and explore on our own. It was a great way to enjoy small alleys and beautifully preserved medieval cities. One of the most interesting parts of this cruise was going through the many
locks (over 15) on the Danube.
While onboard, the cabins were comfortable and the staff pleasant and always able to assist with maps and directions in every city. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were included on the ship, but many times it was great sampling the local cuisine for lunch.
I am going to try other itineraries on this line such as the Russian River cruise on the Volga. That would be amazing as well. Experiencing the small towns on a river boat really gives you a flavor of the country you are visiting without the crowds of a large ship.