Date: August 17, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
BEST EUROPEAN RIVER CRUISES
Vltava River Cruise 2023
There is no better way to spend your vacation time in 2023 than on a boat down the stunning Vltava River. A sail along the Vltava seems like a peaceful way to view some of Europe's most historic cities. The Vltava is the longest river within the Czech Republic, running southeast along the Bohemian Forest and then north across Bohemia, through Cesky Krumlov, Ceske Budejovice and Prague, and finally merging with the Elbe at Melnik.
Vltava River
Vltava river cruise, at first glance, seems like a wonderfully tranquil way to see some of the most historic towns and cities in this part of Europe. The Vltava, longest river in the Czech Republic with 430 km lenght, running southeast along the Bohemian Forest, through Cesky Krumlov, Ceske Budejovice and Prague, before merging with the Elbe north of Prague at Melnik. The Vltava River flows through the centre of Prague, the Old Town and the New Town lie on one side, on the other bank is the Lesser Town and Prague Castle. Spanning the two sides of the Vltava river, in the heart of Prague, is Charles Bridge, a pedestrian crossing and focal point for visitors to the city. Outside Prague, the Vltava River meanders through pretty countryside, rich forests, quaint Czech villages and historical towns such as Cesky Krumlov, Ceske Budejovice.
Departure port on Vltava River
The most common starting points for the Vltava River river itinerary are and Prague. As you cruise along the Vltava, you will have the opportunity to see some of the most picturesque landscapes and towns in Europe.
Stops on a Vltava River cruise
The Vltava passes through and Czech Republic. Passengers on a Vltava River cruise will have the unique opportunity to learn about and participate in a wide variety of local customs, traditions, and pastimes. On a Vltava River cruise, major ports like Kralupy, Prague, Slapy, Stechovice, are frequently visited, but there are also some lesser-known ports that are not any less intriguing than the more well-known ones.
Cruise Lines on Vltava River
Embark on an unforgettable adventure on a luxury river cruise on the Danube in 2023. Danube river cruises are offered by a number of cruise lines, such as and CroisiEurope River Cruises. Every river cruise line has its own range of prices as well as its own level of included amenities.
Length of Vltava cruises
In 2023, Vltava river cruises range from 7 to 9 days. You can choose between 7-day, and 9-day, depending on the length of your holiday.
The best time of year for a Vltava river cruises
The Vltava season for river cruising generally runs from March through December. However, the months of late spring (April–May) and early fall (September–October) are considered to be the finest times to take a Vltava river cruise. In the end, it all depends on the time of year you choose to explore the banks of the Vltava. You will find a Vltava river cruise in April 2023, May 2023, June 2023, July 2023, August 2023, September 2023, October 2023, and November 2023. River cruising offers a unique and relaxing way to visit some of Europe’s most beautiful destinations, so any month you choose, you won't go wrong.
2023 Vltava River Cruise Schedule
Find out more about the Vltava river cruises that depart from Berlin, Prague, and other European cities in 2023.
Date: May 7, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: May 15, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: May 23, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 22, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: September 22, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: May 23, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: July 12, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 30, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: April 13, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 14, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: July 24, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: July 6, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 22, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: June 12, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 30, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: September 16, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 14, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: November 7, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: April 21, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: September 10, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: July 18, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: April 13, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: October 22, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: August 29, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: August 5, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: May 7, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary
Date: June 24, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Stechovice, Slapy, Prague, Melnik, Dresden, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: October 30, 2023
Ports of Call: Berlin, Wusterwitz, Magdeburg, Wittenberg, Meissen, Dresden, Litomerice, Kralupy, Prague; View Itinerary
Date: November 7, 2023
Ports of Call: Prague, Prague, Litomerice, Dresden, Meissen, Wittenberg, Genthin, Berlin, Berlin; View Itinerary