Christmas on the Danube - Avalon Waterways

This Christmastime river cruise begins in Austria’s magical capital of Vienna, home to the sounds of Mozart, Strauss, and the Vienna Boys’ Choir. See the famous sights with a Local Guide and enjoy a walk through the Christmas markets to get a taste of all the best flavours Austria offers during this time of year. Cruise through the wintery landscape of the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk. Here, you’ll tour the magnificent 11th century Benedictine Abbey—one of Europe’s largest monasteries—where monks still stroll amidst the sacred walls. Arrive in Passau, Germany, and visit the city’s charming Christmas market set against the breath-taking backdrop of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of baroque architecture. In Regensburg, after a guided tour of the city, savour traditional sausages at Historiche Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen), one of Germany’s oldest restaurants. Learn about Christmas traditions as you cruise to Nuremberg, the thousand-year-old city with its medieval fortifications and gothic churches. The Old Town is illuminated with festive lights and decorations, and the Christmas market has dozens of stalls offering traditional wares, such as Lebkuchen (spicy gingerbread), Glühwein (mulled wine), and unique decorations and ornaments. A unique holiday river cruise holiday which offers the chance to savour the views, smells, and tastes of centuries-old Christmas markets and explore historical medieval sites...a fantastic way to celebrate the holiday season!

European River Cruise with Avalon Waterways

Cruise Itinerary

Vienna, Melk, Grein (Austria), Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg (Germany)

Includes

6 night cruise with Avalon Waterways onboard an Avalon Suite Ship in a Panorama Suite, twin share. Gourmet cuisine with all meals on board. Regional wine & beer with lunch & dinner. Signature Suite Ships with innovative and spacious deluxe accommodations. Intimate cruising experience with personalised attention and relaxed luxury. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout ship. Your choice of daily onshore excursions, from immersive discoveries to active adventures to sightseeing with Local Guides.  Government & Port taxes included. 

Bonus

Price includes a saving of $2400* per couple!

Departure dates:
17 Dec 2024

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