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Christmas on the Danube

Trip Namechristmas on the danube
DepartsDec 42026
Duration7Nights
Ship-
Cruise Typeriver cruises
Fares From$3,999 PP
Cruise CodeCW1203
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Itinerary & Excursions

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DayDatePortArriveDepart
1Dec 4FriBudapest, Hungary--
2Dec 5SatScenic Sailing: Danube Bend & Budapest--
3Dec 6SunVienna, Austria--
4Dec 7MonVienna, Austria--
5Dec 8TueSailing Wachau Valley & Krems, Austria--
6Dec 9WedPassau, Germany--
7Dec 10Thu---
8Dec 11FriRegensburg, Germany--
9Dec 12Sat---

Discover grand cities, medieval towns and quaint villages along the “Blue Danube,” highlighting three countries: Hungary, Austria and Germany. Stroll among the stalls at Budapest’s Christmas market and immerse yourself in the cheerful atmosphere of Vienna as you shop for handmade decorations. Visit the fairy-tale village of Regensburg, one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, and delight in the city’s joyful festivities.

What's Included

Hotel-style Accomodation

Hotel-style Accomodation

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Snacks

Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner with Snacks

Soft Drinks & Water

Soft Drinks & Water

World-Class Shows & Entertainment

World-Class Shows & Entertainment

Sail Away Parties & Theme Nights

Sail Away Parties & Theme Nights

Pool & hot tubs

Pool & hot tubs

Gym & Fitness Center

Gym & Fitness Center

Spa & 5-star Amenities

Spa & 5-star Amenities

Port taxes & charges

Port taxes & charges

Shuttle from Port to city where applicable

Shuttle from Port to city where applicable

Guided Excursions

Guided Excursions

Drinks Package

Drinks Package

Free Wifi

Free Wifi

INCLUDED

6 Guided Tours led by Experts

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Visit 5 top Christmas market from Budapest, Vienna to Munich

All onboard meals, featuring regional specialties

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Port taxes & fees

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Voyage Highlights

Vienna Christmas market river cruise

Panoramic Vienna & Christmas Market

Immerse in the fairytale atmosphere of Vienna’s markets and shop for unique gifts. Discover the magnificent architectural highlights of Vienna, Austria’s elegant capital, during a festive tour.
Mozart & Strauss Concert - Viking Vienna Residence Orchestra

Vienna - Mozart & Strauss Concert

The classical music never stops in Vienna, as you will hear firsthand during this special concert, as the Vienna Residence Orchestra Serenades You, even the elegant architecture along the famed Ringstrasse seems to sing. On a daily basis, the city celebrates its long musical tradition with concerts in high-style venues.
Budapest Xmas Market St. Stephen’s Basilica

Budapest Xmas Market St. Stephen’s Basilica

Delight in the twinkling lights of Budapest during the Christmas season and sample traditional Hungarian treats. Meet your guide and embark on a short drive to the illuminated St. Stephen’s Basilica, the city’s stunning neoclassical cathedral
Göttweig_Abbey_Krems, Austria

Göttweig Abbey at Christmas

Experience a Benedictine abbey where monks work and worship during a Privileged Access visit to Göttweig Abbey. Enjoy the vistas of the splendid Wachau Valley and the Danube River during a scenic drive, before arriving at the abbey, standing in all its majesty atop a hill.
christmas decoration

Christmas Traditions in Passau

Stroll historic Passau, watch an Advent wreath demonstration and sample a yuletide treat—gingerbread. Known as “the city of the three rivers” and founded more than 2,000 years ago, Passau is one of the oldest cities in Bavaria.
Salzburg at Christmas, austria

Salzburg at Christmas

Spend the day in one of Austria’s most scenic alpine cities, Salzburg, and visit its renowned Christmas market. The setting of the beloved film The Sound of Music, Salzburg is also the birthplace of renowned classical composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Land Programs & Hotels

All rates are quoted in USD and represent cost per person, based on double occupancy. Please contact us for the Single suplement rate.

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