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Eastern Europe Cruises

Cruises in Eastern Europe are very popular, as the beautiful scenery is just as impressive as the many cities with their countless architectural monuments. Cruises in Eastern Europe are available on both rivers and the open sea. Poland and the Czech Republic can be explored on a cruise along the Elbe, Oder, Vltava or Havel.

Monument with bronze figures in front of historic buildings in Odessa A monument with bronze figures in front of historic buildings in Odessa. Photo: daddy

Danube cruises through Eastern Europe

Journeys along the Danube are among the most popular river cruises in Europe. The river passes through Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia and Montenegro, Bulgaria, Romania, Moldova and Ukraine. Danube cruises range from short two-day trips to voyages lasting a week or more. Along the way, passengers can visit fascinating cities such as Bratislava, Belgrade and Budapest. There is a wide choice of ships, from budget-friendly operators to luxurious cruise liners offering every comfort.

Cruising the Black Sea

Cruises on the Black Sea are also particularly popular, with trips lasting between 10 days and four weeks. Itineraries include the Bosporus, Crimea, Odessa and the city of Sochi on the Russian Riviera. Cruises usually depart from a port on the Mediterranean. A cruise through Eastern Europe offers the chance to discover many different cultures and take in the region’s unique and varied landscapes. The fascinating blend of tradition and modernity is sure to impress visitors, while the hospitality of the local people makes each shore excursion a special experience. If you are interested in cruises in Eastern Europe, you will find useful news here.

Transocean on Russia’s rivers from 2007

Since 2007, for example, Transocean Tours has offered an expanded programme of river cruises in Russia, with routes between Moscow and St. Petersburg. Shore excursions focus on stays in St. Petersburg and Moscow. Highlights include the Amber Room, the Hermitage, the tsarist palaces of St. Petersburg, and Red Square and the Kremlin in Moscow. Tours also venture deep into mysterious Karelia, visiting Lake Ladoga, Europe’s largest lake. On its 14 itineraries, the MS Griboedov calls at old Russian cities such as Uglich, Kizhi Island Museum, and the monastery at Goritsy, home to the world’s most important collection of icons.