Viking River Cruise Budapest to Amsterdam

Viking River Cruise | Budapest to Amsterdam via Vienna, the Rhine & Castle Country This episode is all about our Viking River Cruise through Central Europe, travelling from Budapest along the Danube, through Vienna, Melk Abbey, Passau, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, and into Germany’s famous Rhine Valley, before finishing in Amsterdam. Along the way we explore iconic locations including Melk Abbey, Marksburg Castle, Cologne Cathedral, and the UNESCO-listed windmills of Kinderdijk. We cruise past legendary Rhine landmarks like Pfalzgrafenstein Castle, the Lorelei, and vineyard-covered hills dotted with medieval fortresses. This journey isn’t just about scenery — we pause at powerful sites such as Vienna’s Memorial Against War and Fascism, reflect on Europe’s layered history, and contrast medieval life inside castles with the comfort of modern river cruising. There’s plenty of walking, learning, river commentary, and yes — a few local beer tastings along the way. If you enjoy slow travel, European history, river cruising, castles, cathedrals, and thoughtful travel storytelling, this one’s for you. If you enjoyed the episode, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe to follow our travels. Music from Youtube Audio Library