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Europe's Christmas Market River Cruise on the Danube

8 days
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From Vienna to Prague
3.5
2 traveler reviews
  • Festive market with carousel and Christmas lights during winter night.
  • Street leading to a cathedral with Christmas decorations at night.
  • Festive market stalls in a square with historical buildings around.
  • Aerial view of a historical city square with a large Christmas tree.
  • Riverside town at dusk with a castle on the hill and reflections on the water.
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Tours of Distinction
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 12 - 24
Ages 18+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Vienna

    Meals
    Dinner (Austrian flair dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Board M/S Vivaldi ship
    • Welcome cocktail reception with crew introduction
    Landmarks
    Vienna
  2. Day 2

    Vienna to Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Access to Vienna Christmas Market
    • Cruise towards Budapest with scenic Danube views

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Vienna including Old City, Hofburg (former Imperial Palace of the Habsburg dynasty), and Sisi Museum
    Landmarks
    Hofburg Palace
    Sisi Museum
    Vienna Christmas Market
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Lavish dinner and evening entertainment onboard)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Danube Bend towards Bratislava
    • Lavish dinner and entertainment onboard

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Budapest including Buda and Pest districts
    • Visit city museums
    • Explore local markets
    Landmarks
    Budapest
    Danube River
  4. Day 4

    Bratislava

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala dinner onboard)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic morning cruise on Danube
    • Access to Bratislava Christmas Market
    • Gala dinner onboard

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Bratislava historic sights and churches
    • Explore Christmas Market stalls and local cuisine
    Landmarks
    Bratislava Old Town
    White Fortress
    Main Square
    Hviezdoslavovo Square
    Bratislava Christmas Market
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  5. Day 5

    Vienna to Prague

    Meals
    Breakfast (Breakfast on M/S Vivaldi before disembarkation)

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast on M/S Vivaldi before disembarkation
    • Transfer from Vienna to Prague

    Optional Activities

    • Walk through Mala Strana district
    • Visit Prague Castle
    • Explore St Nicholas Church
    • Discover Vinohrady neighborhood cafes and eateries
    • Visit Old Town Square
    • Climb Old Town Hall Tower for bird's eye city view
    • Stroll along Charles Bridge to Hradcany District
    Landmarks
    Prague Castle
    St Nicholas Church
    Old Town Square
    Old Town Hall
    Astronomical Clock
    Church of Our Lady Before Tyn
    Stone Bell House
    Kinsky Palace
    Charles Bridge
    Mala Strana
    Vinohrady
    Hradcany District
    Prague Christmas Market
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Prague

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Access to Prague Christmas Market
    • Farewell dinner with fellow travelers

    Optional Activities

    • Exclusive guided tour of Prague highlights
    • Shopping at Christmas Markets
    • Sample pernik (Czech gingerbread)
    Landmarks
    Prague Christmas Market
  7. Day 7

    Prague to Home

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • A
    October 24th, 2024
    5
    I did the Danube Christmas Markets River Cruise trip as a solo traveler December 2023. It was a great time! The...
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    Traveled in November 2023
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    Reply from: Tours of Distinction
    Marina is a pretty awesome Tour Director. Thank you for sharing your trip experiences. It means a lot to us.
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  • J
    December 9th, 2022
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    Tour radar had me so confused I ended up booking 2 days extra. The communication was pitiful. The ship was fine. Good...
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    Traveled in November 2022
    Reply from: Tours of Distinction
    Thanks for your feedback Janice. We quoted you the two extra hotel nights as you wanted to arrive early and booked the land only portion of the trip (not with airfare). It is unfortunate you feel this way. Your feedback pertains to Tour Radar, not Tours of Distinction who operated the river cruise.
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    Deborah

    Asked on October 2nd, 2025

    We are very interested in your tour but would like more information about the river boat in terms of size and accommodations. Perhaps a photo?

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    Tour Details
    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written October 2025

      We use CroisiEurope's River Cruise the M/S Vivaldi. If you are on the actual page on our website for the tour, there is a picture and a link to see the boat under the inclusions.

  • K

    Kylie

    Asked on October 17th, 2023

    Would I fly into Vienna airport from Philadelphia.? Should I fly in arriving on the 30 morning. How would we get to ship from airport?

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    • K

      Kylie

      Traveler•Written October 2023

      Do you provide wine at dinner or is there an additional charge

    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written October 2023

      You would want to fly into Vienna and arrive the 30 November; then transfer to the boat. Embarkation is at 6pm. Depending on your flight arrival time, you would have some time to explore the city prior to boarding the ship. There is a group transfer that is included from the airport to the ship.

    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written October 2023

      There is not an open bar on the ship. I believe wine is included at dinner but want to confirm.

    • K

      Kylie

      Traveler•Written October 2023

      What is the dress code on the ship

    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written October 2023

      There really is no dress code. That said, most change for dinner into some a little more formal. But, you still do not have to. To each their own.

    • K

      Kylie

      Traveler•Written October 2023

      Does that mean tux or jacket and tie

    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written October 2023

      A jacket and button-down shirt would be just fine. You can put a tie on if you wanted. My husband would wear jeans, a button-down and sport coat. No tux required :)

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    Allison

    Asked on September 12th, 2023

    Can you please confirm the amount is $2399 per person for a Lower Deck Double?

    Price / Availability
    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written September 2023

      The price is $2,399 per person lower deck double. We have one lower deck available. That said, a couple of Upper Deck's have opened up. They are $2599 per person double.

  • R

    Ross

    Asked on September 12th, 2023

    Can you please confirm the amount is $2399 per person for a Lower Deck Double?

    Price / Availability
    • Tours of DistinctionOperator•Written September 2023

      The price is $2,399 per person lower deck double. We have one lower deck available. That said, a couple of Upper Deck's have opened up. They are $2599 per person double.

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