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Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound) 2026

7 days
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From Vienna to Nuremberg
4.9
4 traveler reviews
  • Riverside view of a picturesque town with a prominent church tower.
  • Street view of a charming pedestrian area with shops and a distant church tower.
  • Ornate baroque Melk Abbey with twin towers against a blue sky.
  • Nuremberg Castle with its distinct half-timbered architecture and tower.
  • Picturesque cityscape of Passau with reflections in the river.
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  • View of Regensburg with its iconic cathedral by the river.
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Avalon Waterways
River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
Ages 8+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Vienna

    Meals
    Dinner
  2. Day 2

    Vienna

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks including Imperial Palace complex, Vienna Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Tour of Schönbrunn Palace (summer home of the Habsburg dynasty)
    • Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall
    Landmarks
    Imperial Palace
    Vienna Opera House
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Schönbrunn Palace
  3. Day 3

    Melk – Grein

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Melk's Benedictine Abbey with frescoed ceilings
    • Austrian Cookie Tasting onboard
    • Guided Walk of Grein including historic theater
    • Live entertainment onboard
    Landmarks
    Melk Abbey
    Grein Historic Theater
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 4

    Passau

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Walk of Passau including the 'City of Three Rivers'

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Excursion to Salzburg including The Sound of Music locations and Silent Night hymn history
    Landmarks
    St. Stephen's Cathedral, Passau
    Salzburg
    Itinerary Image 1
  5. Day 5

    Regensburg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Walk of Regensburg including Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria
    • Live entertainment onboard
    Landmarks
    Altes Rathaus
    Porta Pretoria
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Nuremberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Christmas Traditions Lecture onboard
    • Guided Tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle OR Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds
    Landmarks
    Kaiserburg Castle
    Nuremberg Rally Grounds
    Nuremberg Gothic Cathedral
  7. Day 7

    Nuremberg

    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Guide
  • Meals
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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

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Avalon Waterways

Gold Operator
Rating
4.6(234 reviews)
Response time
within 2 days
Response rate
76%
Cancellation policy

Avalon Waterways Ship

  • Avalon Vista
    Avalon Vista
    Experience European river views unlike any other ship can offer. The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature Wall-to-Wall Pan… Read more
    Built
    2012
    Guests
    84 - 166
    Crew
    47
    Length
    135 m / 443 ft
    Suites
    66
    Staterooms
    17
    Gross Tonnage
    2775 gt
    Beam
    12 m / 39 ft
    Cruising Speed
    12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
    Staterooms / SuitesDeck PlansDining

Traveler Moments

  • Interior view of a large, concrete structure, possibly a lock.
  • Stone statue of a woman holding a child against a brick wall.
  • Intricate religious artwork depicting a crucifixion scene.
  • Panoramic view of a cityscape with a historic castle and rooftops.
  • Interior corridor of a historic building with arched ceilings.
  • Medieval castle with a watchtower and tourists.
  • Cobblestone square with timber-framed houses and a Christmas tree.
  • Renaissance painting depicting biblical figures.
  • Traditional timber-framed house with intricate window designs.
  • Building with historical mural depicting a parade.
  • Historic building with Austrian flag and festive lights.
  • View of the sky from within a lock chamber.
  • Nighttime aerial view of a city with illuminated streets and buildings.
  • Christmas market with wooden stalls and a decorated tree.
  • Statue of Ludwig I on a pedestal in front of a classical building.
  • Historic archway with people walking beneath, decorated with holiday stars.
  • Detailed view of a gothic cathedral's facade.
  • Gothic cathedral facade with a statue of a knight on horseback.
  • Stone bridge over a wide river with buildings along the bank.
  • Locks attached to a bridge railing over a river.
  • Small, historic chapel surrounded by trees and a garden.
  • Mountain landscape with a view of a city from a higher vantage point.
  • Well-maintained garden with statues and a historic building in the background.
  • Hofburg Palace with statues and horse-drawn carriages in front.

Traveler Reviews

4.9
Overall rating based on 4 Reviews
  • Itinerary
    4.3
  • Transport
    4.8
  • Guide
    4.3
  • Accommodation
    4.8
  • Food
    4.8
  • Tour Operator
    4.6

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  • M
    December 22nd, 2019
    Good organization, nice people, fantastic experience!!!
    • Panoramic view of a cityscape with a historic castle and rooftops.
    • Historic archway with people walking beneath, decorated with holiday stars.
    • Statue of Ludwig I on a pedestal in front of a classical building.
    • View of the sky from within a lock chamber.
    • Medieval castle with a watchtower and tourists.
    • Christmas market with wooden stalls and a decorated tree.
    • Gothic cathedral facade with a statue of a knight on horseback.
    • Stone bridge over a wide river with buildings along the bank.
    • Hofburg Palace with statues and horse-drawn carriages in front.
    • Locks attached to a bridge railing over a river.
    • Cobblestone square with timber-framed houses and a Christmas tree.
    • Nighttime aerial view of a city with illuminated streets and buildings.
    • Interior view of a large, concrete structure, possibly a lock.
    • Interior corridor of a historic building with arched ceilings.
    • Detailed view of a gothic cathedral's facade.
    • Traditional timber-framed house with intricate window designs.
    • Mountain landscape with a view of a city from a higher vantage point.
    • Renaissance painting depicting biblical figures.
    • Historic building with Austrian flag and festive lights.
    • Building with historical mural depicting a parade.
    • Well-maintained garden with statues and a historic building in the background.
    • Intricate religious artwork depicting a crucifixion scene.
    • Small, historic chapel surrounded by trees and a garden.
    • Stone statue of a woman holding a child against a brick wall.
    Traveled in December 2019
  • S
    December 14th, 2019
    This Christmas cruise went beyond expectations. Lovely ship, lovely crew, great tours. All round a great package.
    Traveled in November 2019
  • M
    December 5th, 2019
    The ship was lovely and the food wonderful. The staff did an excellent job. We did what we set out to do--visit...
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    Traveled in November 2019
  • R
    December 3rd, 2017
    It exceeded my expectations. The cruise director was outstanding, both informative and entertaining. The food was...
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    Traveled in December 2017

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