Itinerary
- Day 1
Munich to Passau
You'll arrive at Munich Airport where a Uniworld representative meets you and arranges your transfer to Passau. Once onboard, get comfortable in your riverview stateroom and take time to settle in before the Danube River cruise kicks off.
- Day 2
Passau
A local expert guide takes you through Passau's old town, walking its narrow streets and learning about this former river trade center. The city sits where three rivers meet, the Danube, Inn, and Ilz, creating a really distinctive layout that shaped its history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Passau Walking Tour
Optional Activities
- Bavarian Winter Walk - €69 EUR
Landmarks Passau Old Town - Day 3
Oberndorf
You'll head out from Linz for a full-day trip to Salzburg and Oberndorf. In Salzburg, see Mozart's birthplace and the grand cathedral, plus check out the Christmas Market in the old town. After that, travel to Oberndorf where 'Silent Night' was first performed and composed.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Full-Day Salzburg and Oberndorf excursion
Landmarks Salzburg Old Town Salzburg Cathedral Oberndorf - Day 4
Grein
Walk through the charming town of Grein with its historic theater, Austria's oldest one. The day also includes visiting Castle Clam, where you can walk around this fortress and get a sense of its long history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Grein Walking Tour with Oldest Austrian Theater
- Castle Clam Visit
Landmarks Grein Castle Clam - Day 5
Dürnstein
Start at Melk Abbey to see its opulent library with rare books, hidden doors, and optical illusions. Then the ship cruises through the Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, a tiny village where you can browse shops, hike up to castle ruins, try mulled wine, or catch an organ concert at a local monastery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Melk Abbey with Library Visit
- Dürnstein Village Stroll with Spiced Wine Tasting and Organ Concert in a Monastery
Landmarks Melk Abbey Dürnstein Wachau Valley - Day 6
Vienna
Begin with 'Morning with the Masters' at the Vienna Art History Museum. Later, pick between two options: a guided tour covering the city's historic routes and local food spots, or one focused on imperial landmarks. By evening, attend a private Mozart and Strauss concert in a 12th-century monastery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning with the Masters at the Vienna Art History Museum
- Private Mozart and Strauss Concert
- Vienna's Historic Trails and Local Treats (choose this option) or Vienna - Imperial City Highlights (choose this option)
Landmarks Vienna Art History Museum - Day 7
Vienna
You have the whole day free in Vienna to do what interests you. Wander into pubs and coffeehouses, check out art museums, explore the famous palaces, or find the wine taverns locals frequent. It's your chance to see the city at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace After Hour Visit - €99 EUR
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace - Day 8
Bratislava
A local expert guide shows you Bratislava, sharing the capital's colorful history as you walk through the city. After the guided portion, you'll have free time to check out the whimsical street art and try local Slovakian food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Bratislava - Small but Precious Walking Tour
Landmarks Bratislava - Day 9
Budapest
Take a panoramic tour through Budapest that includes a stop at the Franz Liszt Academy. This evening celebrates the New Year with a special dinner onboard, then stick around for festive music and dancing in the lounge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (New Year celebration dinner)
Included Activities
- Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Franz Liszt Academy Visit
Landmarks Budapest Franz Liszt Academy - Day 10
Szentendre
You'll visit Szentendre Artists' Village to meet craftspeople and artisans at work. Two museums are on the itinerary: one dedicated to ceramics and another featuring the intricate art of marzipan, both showing local traditions and craftsmanship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Szentendre Artists' Village
Landmarks Szentendre - Day 11
Budapest to Munich
Disembark the ship in Budapest and head to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If a group or private transfer is part of your package, you'll be taken to the airport for your flight home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
