Depart from London by air to Munich and transfer to your ship in Passau, situated on the Austrian border at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and Ilz rivers. The ship sails at 6pm.

Arrive in Melk this morning. Visit the 900 year old Benedictine abbey that sits on the hilltop and overlooks the picturesque town of Melk, before the ship sets sail for an afternoon of scenic cruising. The ship reaches Vienna this evening, where you will have the chance to listen to a classical concert.

Explore many of Vienna's main sights on a guided sightseeing tour. This afternoon you have free time to explore Vienna or relax on board. There will be an opportunity to attend a Christmas service. This evening here are Christmas carols on board.

Spend Christmas morning sailing to Bratislava. The capital of Slovakia, Bratislava, is situated at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. Bratislava's location on the banks of the River Danube and at the crossroads of ancient trading routes right at the heart of Europe, predestined it to become a meeting place of various cultures. See the highlights of this historic city on your tour. Depart during lunch for Linz.

You have free time this morning on board the ship and in the afternoon enjoy a walking tour through the "European Capital of Culture 2009". Depart at midnight.

Disembark the ship in Passau after breakfast and transfer to Munich Airport for the return flight to London.