Discover illuminated towns, decorated villages and atmospheric Christmas markets on this festive holiday from the musical city of Vienna along the majestic Danube.
Join your seasonally-decorated ship in Vienna, home to the impressive Hofburg Palace and St Stephen's Cathedral, before cruising past beautiful winter scenery to the charming town of Melk in the picturesque Wachau Valley, from where you can explore the magnificent Benedictine abbey.
Visit Passau's magical Christmas market where you can shop for festive souvenirs and gifts, discover medieval Regensburg with its 12th-century Old Stone Bridge and explore the historic city of Nuremberg, surrounded by impressive 900-year old ramparts.
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Magic of Advent on the Danube Itinerary
Day 1 - Vienna (Austria)
Embark your ship in Vienna. Enjoy a welcome cocktail and welcome dinner with your fellow guests.
Day 2 - Vienna
Take an optional city tour of Vienna, home to the magnificent St Stephen's Cathedral and the impressive Hofburg Palace or perhaps visit the spectacular Schonbrunn Palace and its magical Christmas Market. Tonight, there is the opportunity to enjoy a "Sound of Vienna" concert (2020 departures only).
Day 3 - Emmersdorf
Today, there is the opportunity to explore the picturesque Wachau region. Visit Melk's spectacular Benedictine abbey with its large collection of medieval manuscripts and enjoy a glass of Gluhwein, traditional mulled wine, on an optional tour.
Day 4 - Passau (Germany)
Passau is located at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers. Enjoy an optional guided walk of this charming town, home to the impressive Oberhaus Fortress and St Stephen's Cathedral. This afternoon, there is an included visit to the town's magical Christmas market.
Day 5 - Regensburg
This morning, there is an optional walking tour of Regensburg. Highlights of this medieval city include the 12th-century Old Stone Bridge and St Peter's Cathedral. This afternoon, perhaps take the optional tour to the city's Christmas market at the Thurn and Taxis Palace. This evening, enjoy the Captain's Gala Dinner on board.
Day 6 - Roth - Nuremberg
From Roth, perhaps travel to the historic city of Nuremberg, surrounded by impressive 900-year-old ramparts. Enjoy an optional city tour and a visit to the Christmas Market. Later, your elegant ship cruises from Roth to Nuremberg. In 2021, the ship is moored in Nuremberg instead of Roth
Day 7 - Nuremberg
Disembark your ship after breakfast.
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary. Please note, reverse itinerary varies slightly - please contact us for details