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Christmas Cruise on the Danube - Amadeus Imperial (Passau - Passau, 10 destinations)

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Start and end in Passau

4.5 (214 reviews)

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Gold Operator: Lueftner Cruises
River Cruise: Cruise scenic waterways for 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: Other languages on request: German
Group Size 20 - 150
Ages 8+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Passau
Passau
Meals
Dinner (Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Welcome Cocktail Reception
- Welcome Dinner
Day 2
Passau to Linz
Passau to Linz
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Passau city sightseeing walk (alternative option)
Optional Activities
- Full-day excursion to Salzburg with Advent market visit and lunch
- Walk through festive Christmas market in Linz
Landmarks
Salzburg Old Town
Day 3
Emmersdorf - Dürnstein
Emmersdorf - Dürnstein
Meals
Dinner (Christmas dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Christmas tree decorating celebration
- Christmas dinner on board
- Visit to Christmas mass in Dürnstein (optional)
Optional Activities
- Visit to Melk Abbey
- Visit to Göttweig Abbey
Landmarks
Melk Abbey
Göttweig Abbey
Day 4
Dürnstein to Vienna
Dürnstein to Vienna
Included Activities
- Vienna city sightseeing tour in the morning
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace and Christmas market
Landmarks
Schönbrunn Palace
Day 5
Vienna to Bratislava
Vienna to Bratislava
Meals
Dinner (Captain's Gala Dinner)
Included Activities
- Bratislava city sightseeing tour by coach
- Panoramic view from castle hill
Landmarks
Bratislava Castle
Day 6
Linz
Linz
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Linz old town
- Linz sightseeing walk with Linzer Torte tasting
Day 7
Passau
Passau
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Salzburg Old Town

Landmarks
Melk Abbey
Göttweig Abbey

Landmarks
Schönbrunn Palace

Landmarks
Bratislava Castle

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Lueftner Cruises

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Rating: 4.5 (214 reviews)
Response time: within 1 day
Response rate: 88%
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Lueftner Cruises Ship

Amadeus Nova
Our drive for sustainability has a name: AMADEUS Nova. This ship sets new standards in river cruising, showcasing our commitment to a greene… Read more
Capacity
Built
2024
Guests
158
Crew
approx. 46
Length
135m
Width
11,4m
Suites
12
Staterooms
Registry
Gross Tonnage
1770 gt
Electricity
Beam
Cruising Speed
25 km/h
Generators
Engines
Draft
1.45
Cabin
67
Deck
4
Deck with Cabins
Country/Region
Refurbished
Refurbished
Depth
Staterooms / Suites Deck Plans Dining

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4.5

Bronwyn4.0•September 2026
Our Rhine cruise was beset by climate difficulties which meant several changes of itinerary during to low water...
Our Rhine cruise was beset by climate difficulties which meant several changes of itinerary during to low water levels. We had some parts in the Netherlands and the Moselle river but I don’t think we ever saw the Rhine. However the staff were outstanding, the ship was fabulous and amazing food. We could not fault the service or the desire of the staff to facilitate the trip to be the best it could possibly be. We were disappointed at times but realised it was beyond their control. A six hour bus trip on the last day ( to get to disembarking destination of Basel) was a bit gruelling with a 2.45 wake up. If the water levels were good I think the trip would have been perfect.Show more
Nancy5.0•September 2026
Overall, this was a really great cruise, from the single cabin (so few cruise lines offer them!!!) to the staff,...
Overall, this was a really great cruise, from the single cabin (so few cruise lines offer them!!!) to the staff, food, etc. My only complaint was the lack of communication regarding the embarkation point locaton, along with the change to it itself. We were all aware that low river levels were not allowing ships to sail to Budapest, but we did not find out until the actual embarkation time that we were going to be bussed 3 hours up river to Bratislava. And, that was after many of us were running around trying to sort out exactly where to meet to begin with. Otherwise, a fantastic trip and I will plan on sailing with Luftner Cruises again!Show more
Keri5.0•August 2026
Fabulous cruise and wonderful, kind, professional staff.

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which city you suggest we fly into, and any recommended hotels in the area close to the dock?
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  Erica
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  are 3 persons allowed in a room?
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  Erica
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  we pay for the xmas celebrations, what does that entail? would the menu be inclusive of the various diets?
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  Erica
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  a walking tour day 2, has 2 prices. If we chose E27, would the xmas market be included also?
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  Erica
  Traveler•Written February 2026
  would the ship leave the city before the city lights are on?
- Lueftner CruisesOperator•Written February 2026
  You would need to fly into Munich International Airport(2 hours to Passau) from which we can arrange a transfer to take you to the embarkation point. Cost of this transfer amounts to approx USD 369/- for 2 passengers. An alternative option would be to take the train from Munich to Passau Central Train Station. From here you may take a local taxi to the embarkation point or we can arrange a transfer amounting to approx USD 85/- for 2 passengers. If you are planning on arriving a day earlier we recommend you purchase a hotel in Passau, preferably near the Train station
- Lueftner CruisesOperator•Written February 2026
  3 passengers are not allowed in a cabin, so we will have to price out one passenger as a single.
- Lueftner CruisesOperator•Written February 2026
  There will be celebrations onboard(Gala Dinner) for Christmas Eve. The operator can handle any and all dietary restrictions. Please let us know your specifications and we can put in a detailed note.
- Lueftner CruisesOperator•Written February 2026
  Day 2 the Christmas market in Linz is included as specified in the form.
- Lueftner CruisesOperator•Written February 2026
  It gets darker sooner during December so you will definitely get a chance to take in the city lights.

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Christmas Cruise on the Danube - Amadeus Imperial (Passau - Passau, 10 destinations)

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