Romania · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
The 9 best cruises & boat tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Set out from Orșova in a private 14-seat boat for 110 minutes along the Danube Cauldrons. You’ll stop for photos at Decebalus, Mraconia Monastery, Tabula Traiana, and Ponicova Cave, with audio commentary in four languages and an optional paid visit to Veterani Cave.
“We really loved it. The captain was nice and the meeting point was easy to find.”
Leave Bucharest at 7:30 am in a private air-conditioned car with an English-speaking guide. Visit Tulcea and the Danube Delta, cruise by private boat, and eat a traditional fish lunch. Guides such as Radu, Bogdan, Vlad, Cristian, and Alin have received strong praise, but boat and lunch costs are extra.
“NOT memorable: the fact that the guide Alin just cancelled my tour on short notice without my confirmation - by contrary, I had told him I was really looking forward to it. It was quite some trouble for me to book a new, similar tour on 1,5 days notice, when I already was very busy (having plans for each moment of my vacation). So, Viator - such cancellations should NOT be possible to happen, it was NOT a positive experience! Memorable: the fact that Viator helped me book a similar tour quickly when I called them, and the tour was very successful! Our driver Vlad and our guide Cristian were…”
Join Ondas D’Angelo for a 6 to 7 hour boat trip from Murighiol through quiet delta channels, lily-covered lakes, and pelican habitat. Add a Caraorman Forest safari and homemade fish lunch for extra cost. The route suits nature lovers who can manage boat travel and some walking.
“Visiting the Danube Delta is worthwhile. The food was traditional, fish, and it was tasty. The wine was very good.”
Join a small-group boat tour from Murighiol into the Danube Delta’s Water Lily Reserve. An English- or Romanian-speaking local guide leads you past white and yellow lilies, points out pelicans, herons, cormorants, and explains the Delta’s rare wildlife and fishing traditions.
“Sehr schöne Tour durch Flora und Fauna, absolut zu empfehlen. Tour findet auch statt wenn man als eimziger gebucht hat. Gerne wieder”
You’ll cruise from Tulcea through the Danube Delta to Letea, with a private guide such as Florin, Victor, Iulian, or Cristi. Expect birdlife, narrow channels, a vehicle visit to Letea Forest, wild horses, old oak trees, and an optional local fish lunch.
“Florin was very personable and accommodating. He is a biologist by training and knew the plant species we encountered, not to mention an expert ornithologist. Plus, he’s just a great guy!”
Sail the Black Sea from Constanta’s Tomis Port aboard Prince, a comfortable French Dufour yacht for up to six people. An experienced skipper handles the boat while you enjoy views of the Cazino, swimming, snorkeling, fishing, sunset sailing, and the chance to spot dolphins. Mircea and Constantin help coordinate bookings.
“Deși am prins o vreme cam furtunoasă, plimbarea cu velierul a fost extrem de interesantă, skipper-ul foarte prietenos, iar ambarcațiunea bine întreținută! Recomand experiența! 🤌🏻✌🏻”
From Orșova, you’ll spend 140 minutes on a private boat for up to six people, with stops at Decebalus Rock, Tabula Traiana, Mraconia Monastery, two caves, Iron Gates, and the site of sunken Ada-Kaleh. An audio guide is available in English, Hungarian, Spanish, and German.
“Everything was great and the team very supportive! Great job, guys!”
Travel by open, uncovered boat from Tulcea through canals, lakes, and bird-filled wetlands to Mila 23. An English-speaking guide points out pelicans, lilies, swans, and more. You can visit the village, add a traditional fish lunch, and return to Tulcea after 7 to 8 hours.
“We were a few days in Mila 23 for the fishing and also trips in the delta. Everything was perfectly organized, the guides were professional and friendly. The guesthouse - Alexandra and Alexandru- was comfortable and nice with local and very tasty food.”
From Tulcea, you’ll spend about four hours on the Camely boat exploring the Danube Delta at an easy pace. The small group holds up to 10 people, with bottled water, snacks, coffee, and an onboard bathroom. A closed salon helps on rainy or windy days. Lunch costs extra.
“"The day in the Danube Delta was simply perfect. The slow boat gave us the chance to observe wildlife without disturbing it. Our kids were happy to play inside while we enjoyed the scenery."”
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