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Christmastime from Budapest to Frankfurt with 2 Nights in Budapest 2028

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From Budapest to Frankfurt-am-Main
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  • A large illuminated Christmas tree stands in front of a grand basilica framed by sparkling holiday lights, with market stalls and crowds beneath a night sky.
  • Colorful historic buildings and church spires rise above the Danube River on a bright sunny day with boats moored along the embankment.
  • A river cruise boat passes beneath Budapest’s Chain Bridge with Buda’s hilltop churches and rooftops in the background under fluffy clouds.
  • Budapest’s Parliament building glows at sunset beside the Danube, its neo-Gothic spires framed by a pink and orange sky.
  • Aerial view of Buda Castle and the winding Danube River with iconic bridges and cityscape under crisp morning light.
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Avalon Waterways
River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 160
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2Itinerary Image 3
  3. Day 2

    Budapest

    Budapest
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Sightseeing including Heroes' Square (Activity classic option)
    • Guided Visit to Christmas decorations manufacturer (Activity discovery option)
    Landmarks
    Heroes' Square
    Chain Bridge
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  4. Day 3

    Budapest to Vienna

    Budapest to Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Photography on Royal Palace grounds
    • Visit to thermal bath spas
    • Lunch at garden or rooftop eatery
    Landmarks
    Royal Palace
  5. Day 4

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Austrian Cookie Tasting while sailing

    Optional Activities

    • Optional Excursion to Royal Waltz Concert (evening)
    Landmarks
    Bratislava
  6. Day 5

    Vienna

    Vienna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Walk through Old Town and Christmas markets with local winter specialties tasting (Activity discovery option)
    • Guided City Tour of Vienna's gilded landmarks including Imperial Palace, Vienna Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral (Activity classic option)

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace
    • Live entertainment on board
    Landmarks
    Vienna Opera House
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Imperial Palace
    Schönbrunn Palace
    Christkindlesmarkt
  7. Day 6

    Krems - Melk

    Krems - Melk
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Walk through Krems
    • Guided Tour of Melk's Benedictine Abbey including frescoed ceilings, statues, library, and pipe organ
    Landmarks
    Melk Benedictine Abbey
    Wachau Valley
  8. Day 7

    Passau

    Passau
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Walk of Passau

    Optional Activities

    • Full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg
    • Time at Christkindlesmarkt near St. Stephen's Cathedral
    Landmarks
    St. Stephen's Cathedral
  9. Day 8

    Regensburg

    Regensburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Walk featuring Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria

    Optional Activities

    • Gingerbread Cooking Demonstration on board
    • Browse Christmas markets
    • Live entertainment after dinner
    Landmarks
    Altes Rathaus
    Porta Pretoria
  10. Day 9

    Nuremberg

    Nuremberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Christmas Traditions Lecture on board
    • Guided Sightseeing of Nuremberg featuring medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle (Activity classic option)
    • Guided Tour of historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds (Activity classic option)

    Optional Activities

    • Browse Christmas Markets of Nuremberg
    • Sample Bavarian cuisine at Christmas markets
    Landmarks
    Kaiserburg Castle
    Nuremberg Rally Grounds
  11. Day 10

    Nuremberg to Munich

    Nuremberg to Munich
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided City Tour of Munich featuring Nymphenburg Palace and Old and New Town Halls of Marienplatz
    Landmarks
    Nymphenburg Palace
    Marienplatz
  12. Day 11

    Nuremberg

    Nuremberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Carolers on board ship

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through festively lit streets
    • Shopping for Christmas gifts
    • Ask Cruise Director for suggestions
    • Live entertainment on board
  13. Day 12

    Bamberg

    Bamberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg
    • Christmas Traditions Lecture on board

    Optional Activities

    • Browse nativity scenes
    • Enjoy Christmas markets
    • Sample traditional German dumplings, sausage, and Bavarian ale
    Landmarks
    Bamberg
  14. Day 13

    Würzburg

    Würzburg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg featuring Old Main Bridge, fortress, and baroque Bishop's Residence

    Optional Activities

    • Guided Optional Excursion to Rothenburg
    • Visit to Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum
    • Browse Würzburg's Christmas markets
    • Live entertainment on board
    Landmarks
    Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas Museum
  15. Day 14

    Miltenberg

    Miltenberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided Tour of Miltenberg

    Optional Activities

    • German Cookie Baking Demonstration on board
    Landmarks
    Miltenberg
  16. Day 15

    Frankfurt

    Frankfurt
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    2014
    Guests
    84 - 166
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    47
    Length
    135 m / 443 ft
    Suites
    67
    Staterooms
    16
    Gross Tonnage
    2775 gt
    Beam
    12 m / 39 ft
    Cruising Speed
    12 kn / 22 kph / 14 mph
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