Alternative Danube

An alternative itinerary along a lesser-known part of the DANUBE is offered on board the top-rated Amaserena (amawaterways.co.uk). It starts in BUDAPEST, visits several places including BELGRADE, passes through the dramatic ‘Iron Gates’ gorge that divides Serbia from Romania and finishes in ROUSSE. Wine tasting, guided cycling tours, walking tours and other excursions are included and all ships in Europe carry bikes for independent jaunts. From £2,499pp, including flights, all meals with drinks, tours and Wi-fi.

ABOVE: Romania’s Mraconia Monastery sits on the edge of the Danube in the dramatic Iron Gates Natural Park LEFT: A river cruise will transport you into the heart of Austria’s capital. The Viennese embankment truly comes alive at night BELOW RIGHT:...