Winter Glow & Mulled Wine Magic

• Day 1 Passau

  Due to its special geographical location at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau is undoubtedly one of the most unique cities in Germany. But not only the location of the city on the three rivers is exceptional, Passau also offers its visitors numerous remarkable sights. Towering above the city is the Veste Oberhaus, an impressive fortress dating back to the 13th century. The old town of Passau is known for its beautiful baroque architecture, especially the Cathedral of St. Stephen with its characteristic onion domes and the largest cathedral organ in the world with almost 18,000 pipes.

• Day 2 Vienna

  The capital of Austria is one of those cities that every traveler should have visited once in the course of his life. Hardly any other city in the world has to offer such an enchanting combination of magnificent architecture, world-famous museums and theaters and beautiful green spaces. No wonder, the entire city center of Vienna is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Vienna is known worldwide for its palaces of emperors, kings and nobles, such as Schönbrunn Palace, the Belvedere and the Hofburg. But the city's many churches, especially the landmark St. Stephen's Cathedral, are also worth a visit. Museum visitors come at the numerous world-class museums in the city, such as the Albertina, the Museum of Art History and the Museum Leopold anyway fully at their expense.

• Day 3 Krems

  Krems is considered one of the oldest towns in Austria: it was first mentioned as Chremisa as early as 995, and the town charter for Krems and Stein is documented for the year 1305. This centuries-long history, which has always been closely interwoven with the Danube, is reflected in the old towns, which have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site together with the Wachau since 2000. There is much to discover on a walk through Krems and Stein: be it the many churches from different eras or the narrow, cobbled streets and picturesque squares with their historic buildings, statues and small monuments - those who walk through Krems and Stein with open eyes will be richly rewarded! If the Wachau weather is not in such a good mood, the museums of the Art Mile Krems offer a varied program for young and old.

• Day 3 Melk

  Melk has acquired a beautiful name: the gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic town on the Danube will discover Melk Abbey perched high above the river very early on. The abbey is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive Baroque ensemble has been cared for by the monks of the Benedictine order since the year 1089. Culture, faith and science are united in the magnificent rooms of the monastery.

• Day 4 Linz

  Linz is the capital of the province of Upper Austria. Around around the central main square invite churches, pretty facades and charming stores invite you to a stroll through the old town. Who once here, should definitely stop at one of the cozy Kaffeehäuser and enjoy the world-famous Linzer Tortesince it tastes best in its homeland. A dreamhaftes panorama is offered by the Pörstlingberg, which can be reached on foot or convenient to reach by mountain railroad. From the viewplatform and the baroque pilgrimage church is recommended Detour to the Grottenbahn, an enchanting fairy-tale world that not only brings children's eyes to shine.

• Day 5 Passau

  Disembarkation after breakfast.

Winter Glow & Mulled Wine Magic Itinerary