Christmas Markets on the River Danube 7 night Cruise Only - from £2695
- Save up to 30% on 2027 river cruises with included flights or Eurostar!Plus additional savings of up to £600 per suite on selected itineraries. T&Cs apply
Discover the wonderful Christmas Markets of Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Passau and Regensburg on this classic River Danube cruise with a festive twist. Includes shore excursions and complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner
Explore vibrant capital cities and charming riverside towns come alive with festivities as you cruise along the romantic Danube from Budapest to Munich. Discover the sights of cosmopolitan Budapest and enjoy a traditional Hungarian folk dancing and music performance before strolling through the Christmas markets.
Wander through Bratislava's Old Town with its magnificent Mirbach Palace, shop for souvenirs at the city's Christmas Markets and enjoy tea with a local Slovakian family. In the musical city of Vienna, witness the world-famous attractions including the Opera House and visit the Christmas Market stalls which are dotted amongst beautiful squares decorated with thousands of twinkling lights.
Cruise through the glorious Wachau wine region and visit the enchanting village of Durnstein before heading to the 900–year old Benedictine Abbey of Melk to marvel at the incredible Baroque architecture. Tour the quaint cobblestone streets of Passau and enjoy a visit to the Christkindlmarkt, which takes place in front of the magnificent St. Stephen's Cathedral.
The exceptionally-preserved medieval city of Regensburg makes for the perfect final port on this wonderful cruise. Admire the stunning architecture before savouring a mug of delicious Glühwein at one of the loveliest’ Christmas market of the German-speaking countries.
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