Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)
PRICE
DURATION
7 Days / 6 Nights
VALIDITY
Price based on 2-Dec-2026 departure | Booking deadline: As per availability
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7 Day River Cruise Vienna to Nuremberg
This Christmastime river cruise begins in Austriaโs magical capital of Vienna, home to the sounds of Mozart, Strauss, and the Vienna Boysโ Choir. See the famous sights with a Local Guide, or opt to go on a culinary tour through the Christmas markets to get a taste of all the best flavors Austria offers during this time of year. Cruise through the wintery landscape of the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk. Here, youโll tour the magnificent 11th century Benedictine Abbeyโone of Europeโs largest monasteriesโwhere monks still stroll amidst the sacred walls. Arrive in Passau, Germany, and visit the cityโs charming Christmas market set against the breathtaking backdrop of St. Stephenโs Cathedral, a masterpiece of baroque architecture. In Regensburg, after a guided tour of the city, savor traditional sausages at Historiche Wurstkรผche (Old Sausage Kitchen), one of Germanyโs oldest restaurants and enjoy a tasting of German beers.
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), Glรผhwein (mulled wine), and unique decorations and ornaments. A unique holiday river cruise vacation which offers the chance to savor the views, smells, and tastes of centuries-old Christmas markets and explore historical medieval sitesโฆa fantastic way to celebrate the holiday season!
LANGUAGE SPOKEN
CURRENCY USED
A Sneak Peek
OUR SELECTION OF HOTELS
Map
Itinerary
Our Selection of Hotels
What is Included
- 6-night Deluxe river cruise on board Avalon Waterways’ Suite Shipยฎ
- Accommodation in a luxury stateroom or suite with full board
- Daily housekeeping and turndown service
- 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, and 6 Dinners onboard
- Welcome dinner on Day 1 in Vienna
- Use of fitness center, lounge, sun deck, and other ship amenities
- Port charges and cruise taxes included
Whatโs not Included
- Air Ticket
- Pre/post nights
- Travel insuranceย
- Lunch, dinner and drinks where not specifiedย
- Shore excursions during Cruiseย
- Personal expenses such as Tipping, porterage, laundry, Wi-Fi etc.ย
- Anything not mentioned in the above inclusions.
Terms and Conditions
- Rates are per person, subject to availability and can change without prior notice.ย
- Rates are โAs Fromโ in Mauritian rupees and subject to confirmation at time of booking, subject to general and special conditions of BlueSky, and providers available on request.ย
- Some hotel facilities may be seasonally operated or under maintenance and therefore unavailable at the time of your stay.ย
Vacation Highlights
In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
Christmas markets generally operate from late November until the third week of December, depending on the location.
- 6-night Deluxe river cruise on board Avalon Waterways’ Suite Shipยฎ
- Accommodation in a luxury stateroom or suite with full board
- Daily housekeeping and turndown service
- 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, and 6 Dinners onboard
- Welcome dinner on Day 1 in Vienna
- Use of fitness center, lounge, sun deck, and other ship amenities
- Port charges and cruise taxes included
- Air Ticket
- Pre/post nights
- Travel insuranceย
- Lunch, dinner and drinks where not specifiedย
- Shore excursions during Cruiseย
- Personal expenses such as Tipping, porterage, laundry, Wi-Fi etc.ย
- Anything not mentioned in the above inclusions.
- Rates are per person, subject to availability and can change without prior notice.ย
- Rates are โAs Fromโ in Mauritian rupees and subject to confirmation at time of booking, subject to general and special conditions of BlueSky, and providers available on request.ย
- Some hotel facilities may be seasonally operated or under maintenance and therefore unavailable at the time of your stay.ย
Vacation Highlights
In the event of technical or water level issues, it may be necessary to operate the itinerary by motorcoach or alter the program, including hotel overnight when necessary.
Guided Tours, Optional Excursions, activities, sailing and docking schedules may be contingent on weather conditions or other issues outside of our control and could therefore be subject to change at any time.
Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.
Christmas markets generally operate from late November until the third week of December, depending on the location.
BLUESKY EXPERTS' TIPS
THINGS TO DO
Experience:
- Fine-dining
- Wellness and Spa
- Photo gallery
- Theater
Activities:
- Aqua Park
- Mini-golf
- Swimming pools
- Water slides
WHEN TO GO
BEST PLACES TO EAT
LOCAL CULTURES AND FESTIVALS
MUST KNOW
- Carry a universal adapter and travel charger
- The dress code is casual and informal
- Affordable alcoholic and premium drinks.
- Costa staff can speak English, Italian, and German languages
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Quality service from our travel planners
24/7 support on various platforms
Value for Money Deals
