Danube Christmas Markets with Prague 2026 - 11 Days (from Budapest to Prague)

Itinerary

1. Intro

   Introduction
2. Day 1

   Budapest

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   Included Activities

   • Evening reception on board Scenic Space-Ship

   Landmarks
   Danube River

   

3. Day 2

   Budapest

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   Optional Activities

   • Budapest in Depth: Coach tour of Buda and Pest districts, visit Várkert Bazár, cross Margaret Bridge, see Széchenyi Square and Elizabeth Square, visit Christmas market
   • National Opera House tour: Guided tour of Hungarian State Opera House architecture and history

   Landmarks
   Várkert Bazár
   Margaret Bridge
   Széchenyi Square
   Elizabeth Square
   Hungarian State Opera House
   Budapest Christmas Market

4. Day 3

   Bratislava

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   Optional Activities

   • Walking tour of Bratislava: Explore city highlights including Hlavné Námestie (main square) and Old Town Hall with knowledgeable local guide, enjoy mulled wine from local Christmas market
   • Wines of Slovakia: Journey through Slovak wine regions with tasting in one of Bratislava's cellars

   Landmarks
   Hlavné Námestie
   Old Town Hall
   Bratislava Castle

5. Day 4

   Vienna

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   Included Activities

   • Exclusive private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein: Glass of fine Austrian Sekt, performance of Strauss and Mozart by renowned orchestra with ballet dancers and vocalists in Vienna's largest secular baroque hall

   Optional Activities

   • Visit Schönbrunn Palace: Guided tour of former Habsburg summer residence with exploration of rooms, gardens, and royal history
   • Central Vienna guided tour: Expert local guide tour of city centre history, elegance, and diverse architecture with free time to discover Vienna's Christmas markets
   • Belvedere Museum: Guided tour of Baroque landmark featuring greatest collection of Austrian art from Middle Ages to present day

   Landmarks
   Ringstrasse
   Schönbrunn Palace
   Belvedere Museum
   Palais Liechtenstein
   Vienna Christmas Market

6. Day 5

   Dürnstein

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   Included Activities

   • Afternoon tasting of local regional delicacies and schnapps on board during Wachau Valley cruise

   Optional Activities

   • Melk Benedictine Abbey: Guided tour of 18th-century abbey including 900-year-old grounds, Marble Hall, library with 80,000+ books, and Abbey Church with frescoes and statues
   • E-biking from Melk to Dürnstein: Guided e-bike ride along Danube through small villages and rolling vineyards with stops for river views

   Landmarks
   Melk Benedictine Abbey
   Wachau Valley

7. Day 6

   Passau

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   Optional Activities

   • Highlights of Passau walking tour: Relaxed tour after lunch visiting St. Stephens Cathedral (originally built in 450) with knowledgeable local guide
   • Full day excursion to Salzburg: Coach journey to Mozart's home and The Sound of Music location with guided tour, lunch at local restaurant, and free exploration time
   • Full day excursion to Český Krumlov: Guided tour of one of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns with lunch at local restaurant and leisure time

   Landmarks
   St. Stephens Cathedral
   Salzburg
   Český Krumlov

   

8. Day 7

   Regensburg

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   Optional Activities

   • Walking tour of Regensburg: Expert local guide tour of old stone bridge, Church of St James, Porta Praetoria with insights into regional customs and traditions during festive period
   • Thurn und Taxis Active Walking Tour: Tour of Thurn und Taxis Palace followed by free time to explore local Christmas market

   Landmarks
   Stone Bridge
   Church of St James
   Porta Praetoria
   Thurn und Taxis Palace

9. Day 8

   Regensburg to Prague

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10. Day 9

    Prague

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    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Old Town with expert local guide
    • Visit to the Astronomical Clock
    • Walk across Charles Bridge

    Landmarks
    Old Town Square
    Astronomical Clock
    Charles Bridge
    River Vltava

11. Day 10

    Prague

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    Optional Activities

    • Communist walk of Prague with beer tasting: Walking tour of Prague's famous sites and hidden gems learning about life under Communism with local brewery beer tasting
    • Terezin Memorial: Visit to former military fortress and location of Theresienstadt Ghetto to learn about Nazi occupation horrors
    • Prague Castle Tour: Exploration of one of the world's largest castle complexes including St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace (former residence of Bohemian Royalty), and picturesque Golden Lane

    Landmarks
    Prague Castle
    St. Vitus Cathedral
    Old Royal Palace
    Golden Lane
    Terezin Memorial

12. Day 11

    Departure

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    Meals

    Breakfast