Where Are We Going?
Wednesday, December 7 - ARRIVE MUNCH, GERMANY
Arrive in Munich. (Note: Flights from the USA leave December 6)
Thursday, December 8 - MUNICH, GERMANY
Sightseeing and Visiting the Christmas Markets.
Friday, December 9 - VILSHOFEN, GERMANY - EMBARKATION
Board the ship in Vilshofen for your Christmas Markets on the Danube cruise. Then, join Vilshofen locals and fellow guests for a glass of beer and a traditional German pretzel ashore at a festive Oktoberfest celebration.
(Dinner Included)
Saturday, December 10 - PASSAU, GERMANY
During the season of Advent, beautiful Passau dresses in her Bavarian holiday splendor, which you will discover on your walking tour through the city and at its Christmas market at St. Stephen's Square - also home to its magnificent cathedral. Go in search of unique crafts, including Bavarian-style houses and glass ornaments.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Sunday, December 11 - LINZ, AUSTRIA
Linz is known for being the city of Christmas creches and its ever-popular Linzer torte. While here, you have a choice of excursions. The first is a morning walking tour through Linz's old city center and by the Mozart House, where he composed the Linz Symphony in only three days, as well as visit Linz's Christmas markets. Or you could go on a guided bike tour along the Danube River. Alterntaively, enjoy a full day in Salzburg with a walking tour of the historic center, famous for its religious history, Baroque architecture, and as the birthplace of Mozart. While there, visit the beautiful Christmas Markets, renowned for local handicrafts and unusual holiday presents. During the afternoon, you can visit the charming mountain town, Cesky Krumlov, located just over the Czech-Austrian border.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Monday, December 12 - WEISSENKIRCHEN, AUSTRIA
After reaching Weissenkirchen, you'll have a choice of excursions. Join a walking tour in Durnstein and then visit the magnificent Benedictine Abbey of Melk. For a more active adventure, bike along the Danube River or hike up the Durnstein Fortress, where Richard Lionheart was once held captive, and enjoy incredible views of the river and village below. Alternatively, you can visit a local boutique where you'll enjoy a tasting of social apricot treats. If you're a wine connoisseur, you won't want to miss the excursion to a local winery where you can sample some of the Wachau Valley's finest wine.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Tuesday, December 13 - VIENNA, AUSTRIA
The "City of Waltzes" offers a treasure trove of gems just waiting to be discovered. Join a tour showcasing its regal splendors, such as the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs, before concluding in Vienna's historic city center. If you prefer a more active adventure, join a guided bike ride through Vienna. Then spend the afternoon at the Schonbrunn Christmas Markets and catch a glimpse of the giant sparkling Christmas tree, followed by a free evening on your own.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Thursday, December 15 - ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Buda Castle quarter in Castle Hill and Heroes' Square, Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. the remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. Afterwards, you'll visit Vorosmarty Square, the oldest, richest and the most spectacular of all the Christmas markets in Budapest. As an alternative, you can hike to Castle Hill, walking along with with Fisherman's Bastion and take in all the iconic sites of Budapest with an active exploration.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Thursday, December 15 - ESZTERGOM - BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Buda Castle quarter in Castle Hill and Heroes' Square, Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. the remainder of this tour takes you to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. Afterwards, you'll visit Vorosmarty Square, the oldest, richest and the most spectacular of all the Christmas markets in Budapest. As an alternative, you can hike to Castle Hill, walking along with Fisherman's Bastion and take in all the iconic sites of Budapest with an active exploration.
(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
Friday, December 16 - BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Disembark the ship in Budapest and bid farewell as you prepare for your return flight home.
(Breakfast Included)