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The holiday season in Melk is enchanting, especially as you float between quaint towns and bustling cities visiting Christmas markets experiencing centuries-long traditions in Melk. Spend the 2023 Christmas season with twinkling lights, snow-topped cathedrals, classic holiday tunes, and scores of merry bundled-up shoppers.Contact one of our Melk Christmas market cruise experts for help planning the perfect, seamless trip.
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Stop in historic Regensburg on your Danube river cruise
$8,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest to Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Discover Budapest charming town
  • Visit elegant Vienna
  • Explore Benedictine abbey
  • Experience true wonder of Christmas
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Nuremberg
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Scenic Amber and start your 8-day discovery voyage through Hungary, Germany, and Austria. Explore Budapest city, known for its museums, galleries, and artists. On your way,visit the Belvedere Museum, one of Europe’s most stunning Baroque landmarks, or discover a different side of …
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
$3,599
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
  • Experience a Slovakian Christmas
  • Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Discover Vienna Art History Museum
  • Step into Benedictine Monastery
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Passau
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Celebrate the season in the birthplace of many beloved holiday traditions on this 8-day cruise through the Danube. Budapest has celebrated Christmas for a thousand years, since the reign of St. Stephen, the king who founded Hungary and encouraged the spread of Christianity. In Bratislava, where a …
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
$8,790
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Danube Christmas Markets

8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Thurn und Taxis Palace
  • Explore the city of Cesky Krumlov
  • Visit's Melk’s Benedictine Abbey
  • Learn Jewish history in Budapest
Starts / Ends:
Nuremberg / Budapest
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Revel in the spirit of Christmas on an 8-day magical Danube river cruise. Board your luxurious ship in Nuremberg, after exploring the markets of this charming Bavarian city. Cruise to historic Regensburg and explore the picturesquePalais Thurn und Taxis. Wander the sparkling streets ofVienna, with …
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Panoramic view of Budapest cityscape
$8,790
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Danube Christmas Markets with Munich

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore the town of Szentendre
  • Enjoy a walking tour of Regensburg
  • Discover Schönbrunn Palace
  • Visit Benedictine abbey
Starts / Ends:
Budapest / Nuremberg
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy this 8-day Scenic Amber cruise through the Danube Christmas Market. Get lost in the magical ambiance of the Christmas markets, which have brought holiday cheer to the banks of the Danube River for centuries, in the heart of Europe's great waterways region.
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Visit charming Passau
$4,171
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Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)

Vienna - Nuremberg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Experience a Melk-Grein Abbey tour
  • Roam Regensburg's markets
  • See Nuremberg
  • Enjoy visiting markets
Starts / Ends:
Vienna / Nuremberg
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy a 7-Day Christmastime cruising the Danube from Vienna to Nuremberg. Commence the trip in Vienna, then glide along the Danube capturing the Imperial Palace, Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Experience a guided tour of Melk-Grein's Benedictine Abbey. Opt for a Guided Excursion …
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Stop in historic Regensburg on your Danube river cruise
$3,199
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Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound)

Vienna to Nuremberg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Be amazed with art
  • Get a taste for pastries
  • See Nuremberg
  • Enjoy visiting markets
Starts / Ends:
Vienna / Nuremberg
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on this7-Day Christmastime on the Danube cruise from Vienna to Nuremberg aboard the Avalon Impression. Start your European river cruise in Vienna. Set sail on the Danube and take pictures of the Imperial Palace, the Opera House, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Witness a guided tour of the …
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Vienna
$3,399
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Explore Vörösmarty Square
  • Join a guided bike ride
  • Join a walking tour of Passau
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure: …
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Passau at sunset, Germany
$3,242
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Christmastime on the Danube

Eastbound - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon View
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Have fun exploring Christmas market
  • Roam around the city of Passau
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey
Starts / Ends:
Nuremberg / Vienna
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board Avalon View in Nuremberg with its medieval fortifications, gothic churches, and palaces. The Old Town is illuminated with festive lights and decorations and the Christmas market, one of the most famous in the world, has dozens of stalls offering traditional wares, such as Lebkuchen, …
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Visit historic Nuremberg
$9,020
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Danube Christmas Markets with Prague

Prague to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Enjoy your visit in Prague
  • Visit Thurn und Taxis Palace
  • Explore the city of Cesky Krumlov
  • Discover Melk’s Benedictine Abbey
Starts / Ends:
Prague / Budapest
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, Local Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
In the heart of Europe’s grand waterway region, immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of the Christmas markets, which have brought festive charm to the banks of the Danube River for centuries. Delight in the magic of Prague as snow falls softly onto the cobblestoned streets, then …
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market with loved ones
$3,099
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Christmastime on the Danube (Eastbound)

7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Admire Imperial Palace complex
  • Explore Altes Rathaus
  • Enjoy Regensburg’s Christmas market
  • Uncover medieval architectures
Starts / Ends:
Nuremberg / Vienna
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enter a stunning world of cherished Christmas traditions along the Danube River. Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Nuremberg, Germany, with its medieval fortifications, gothic churches, and palaces. The Old Town is illuminated with festive lights and decorations and the Christmas market, one of …
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Passau at sunset, Germany
$3,099
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Christmastime on the Danube

Eastbound - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Impression
  • Explore the city of Nuremberg
  • Have fun exploring Christmas market
  • Roam around the city of Passau
  • Visit the Benedictine Abbey
Starts / Ends:
Nuremberg / Vienna
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board Avalon Impression in Nuremberg with its medieval fortifications, gothic churches, and palaces. The Old Town is illuminated with festive lights and decorations and the Christmas market, one of the most famous in the world, has dozens of stalls offering traditional wares, such as Lebkuchen, …
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Christmas Market in Prague
$4,299
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Iconic Christmas Markets

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
  • Visit The Great Synagogue
  • Explore Rathaus
  • Take a guided bike ride
  • Sample Bavaria’s specialties
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Travel back through centuries as you walk along cobblestone streets through grand cities and historic towns bedecked with twinkling Christmas trees and lined with wooden huts gleaming with handcrafted treasures. Iconic Christmas Markets are plentiful and are on full display for your pleasure: …
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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
$15,490
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Jewels of Europe

Amsterdam to Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl
  • Visit the Bishops’ Residenz
  • Discover the Dom cathedral
  • Explore Bamberg Old Town
  • View Prague's architectural marvels
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Budapest
Activities:
Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking, River Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join the Scenic Pearl on this fascinating cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest and discover European regions rich in ancient trade history. Today, the Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers wind their way through forested ridges, magnificent vineyards, and charming towns. See traditional Dutch windmills in …
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Christmas Market Square at night
$5,899
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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
  • Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
  • Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
  • Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
  • Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
  • Warm up with mulled wine tasting
Starts / Ends:
Passau / Budapest
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
An 11-day festive extravaganza celebrating two holidays in grand and unforgettable style. Ring out the old year and ring in the new with art, wine and song as you cruise through four nations aboard S.S Maria Theresa during this enchanting season. Cruise the mighty Danube, visiting classic capitals …
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