2026 Budapest to Bucharest Danube River Cruise

Aug 12 - Aug 20, 2026

This cruise is fully organized by one of Out Come Out’s trusted partners.

All-inclusive, 7-night deluxe Danube river cruise aboard the brand-new (debuting in May 2026) Amadeus Aurea, with 1 deluxe post-cruise night in Bucharest.

Your LGBT+, all-inclusive, guaranteed full ship charter adventure begins in Budapest, where you’ll board the Aurea, Amadeus’ newest addition to their line of luxury riverboats. From Budapest, we cruise down one of Europe’s most fabled rivers, the Danube.

Touch history in Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria and Romania, as you sail along the exotic lower Danube. Filled with natural wonder and wildlife, this section of the Danube River also divides the Capathian Mountains at the imposing “Iron Gates” gorge and meets the Black Sea’s natural estuary. Finish with a post-cruise tour and an overnight stay in the vibrant metropolis and Romanian capital of Bucharest

This cruise vacation has it all – historic sites, charming towns, world-class wine and cuisine and more!

Luxury Level: Four 1/2 Star Activity Level: Low to Moderate Guest Count: 154

- Sail aboard a new luxury river ship, the Amadeus Aurea, with the latest technologies and design
- City lights evening cruise through Budapest - View highlights of one of the best-lit cities in Europe, while cruising from the comfort of your riverboat
- Matthias Church – one of the finest churches in Budapest, and the most unique churches in Europe
- Széchenyi Chain Bridge – the twin-towered bridge opened in 1849 and was the first bridge linking Buda
- Discover the breathtakingly beautiful Danube Delta, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Tour Belgrade, the vibrant capital of Serbia
- Kopački Rit, one of the largest wetlands in Europe and home to rich birdlife, animals, and plants
- FROM THE TIME YOU LAND UNTIL YOU LEAVE, NEARLY EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED
- Guaranteed all-LGBT+ charter aboard a luxurious Amadeus riverboat
- Transfer from the Budapest airport to your hotel or the ship
- Overnight in Budapest with an evening city lights cruise
- ½ day guided walking tour in Budapest
- 7 nights cruise accommodation
- Unlimited cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages throughout the cruise
- Superb Dining: all meals included during your cruise
- Complimentary shore excursions offered daily
- Signature Entertainment
- One post-cruise night at the Radisson Blu in Bucharest
- Half-day guided tour of Bucharest
- Transfer from the Radisson Blu to the Bucharest airport
Every night is opening night. Our cruises always feature Signature Entertainment to provide quality entertainment throughout the cruise well as wonderful hosts to keep you entertained at all times.
ACTIVITIES
Although the focus of our cruises is mainly on sightseeing and socializing, we do like to mix in a bit of frivolity as well. With that in mind, we’re planning a couple of themed parties during the cruise which may include a welcome party, a T-Dance, quiz shows. If you should choose to participate, great; if you’d rather just be a voyeur, that is totally fine as well.
We will update you on the booked guest pages with any themes prior to your trip.
Prices start at $5,699 (USD) per person, depending on the available and selected category. For single occupancy, an additional fee will apply, also depending on the chosen category.
If you’re interested, please fill out the information request form with your questions.