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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,249
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaReina
  • Explore Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Stroll Passau’s cobbled streets
  • Visit Thurn Christmas Market
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Biking, Hiking
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Experience an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, visiting charming towns and stunning cities adorned with Christmas decorations. Enjoy festive markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handmade crafts, mulled wine, and holiday delights.
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Visit the ornately decorated Melk Abbey
from $3,849
Free Land
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Blue Danube Discovery - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaReina
  • Explore Bratislava’s panoramic view
  • Discover Vienna’s imperial grandeur
  • Wander Durnstein’s cobbled streets
  • Admire Melk’s grand abbey
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg on the MS Amareina, discovering art and culture in iconic cities like Vienna, Passau, and Regensburg. Enjoy stunning landscapes in the Wachau Valley and marvel at Europe's Continental Divide, connecting its waterways.
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St. Stephen's Church, Prague
from $5,124
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Romantic Danube

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard AmaLea
  • Explore Prague’s castle complex
  • Stroll Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Tour Passau’s historic streets
  • Wander Salzburg’s Old Town
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Prague / Budapest
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Experience the vibrant heart of Europe on an 11-day cruise along the Danube River aboard the MS Amalea, with stops in historic cities like Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Discover rich cultural heritage, breathtaking architecture, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites while tracing the paths of legendary composers like Mozart and Beethoven.
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,599
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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
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Budapest / Passau
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Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.
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Discover the art and culture of Vienna
from $6,795
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Danube in Depth

Munich - Budapest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
  • Explore Nuremberg Imperial Castle
  • Visit Cesky Krumlov Gothic building
  • Wander Vienna Schonbrunn Palace
  • Admire Budapest Brunszvik Castle
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Munich / Budapest
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Experience a 10-day river cruise on the Scenic Crystal from Budapest to Nuremberg, exploring iconic cities, abbeys, and palaces. Enjoy local cuisine, a cooking class on Slovakian dumplings, and a classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein, all while taking in stunning landscapes.
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Christmas Market in Prague
from $11,750
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Danube Christmas Markets with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber
  • Explore Prague’s Old Town
  • Experience Regensburg’s traditions
  • Tour Passau’s cathedral
  • Visit Salzburg Christmas markets
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Prague / Budapest
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Experience an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Amber, journeying from Prague to Budapest. Discover the stunning Gothic architecture, historic sites, and festive markets while savoring local delicacies.
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Passau at sunset, Germany
from $4,215
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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
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Nuremberg / Vienna
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Experience this one-of-a-kind Christmas trip by sailing through the Danube river and visit fascinating sights beginning Nuremberg's medieval architectures to Vienna's magical Christmas advent markets.
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Sunset over Passau
from $7,990
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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Explore Passau’s old town
  • Visit Gottweig Abbey
  • Discover Vienna’s art legacy
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Munich / Budapest
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.
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Take a quiet moment in Passau
from $8,590
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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star
  • Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
  • Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
  • Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls
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Budapest / Passau
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Enjoy an 8-day Danube cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Star, exploring rich cultural landmarks. From Budapest's grand architecture to Vienna's imperial Ringstrasse and Melk Abbey, experience immersive tours and regional flavors along the way.
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Ship's Christmas Decorations
from $5,945
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Danube Christmas Markets

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Discover Bratislava potato dumpling
  • Wander Vienna Christmas markets
  • Admire Melk Abbey Church
  • Walk Linz St. Florian Monastery
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Budapest / Munich
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, Urban Exploration, Cooking Classes
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Experience an 8-day river cruise on the Scenic Opal, exploring Europe's festive traditions and charming holiday markets in towns like Passau and Vienna. Enjoy cooking classes, bike rides through wine regions, and an exclusive classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein.
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Historic Nuremberg
from $10,875
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Crystal
  • Explore Prague’s Gothic center
  • Discover Terezin’s memorial
  • Travel to Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Uncover Passau’s baroque beauty
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Prague / Budapest
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Join an 11-day cruise from Prague to Budapest on the Scenic Crystal, starting with three nights in Prague to explore iconic sites like the Astronomical Clock. Visit medieval towns and enjoy cultural highlights, ending your journey in Budapest with options for Jewish heritage sites or a charming Danube town.
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Admire the Art Nouveau architecture of Prague
from $11,350
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Gems of the Danube with Prague

Prague - Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
  • Explore Prague's Gothic charm
  • Visit Passau's historic beauty
  • Stroll Vienna's imperial elegance
  • Tour Melk's breathtaking abbey
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Prague / Budapest
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Opal, exploring Prague’s Gothic charm, Regensburg’s medieval Old Town, and Vienna’s cultural treasures. Highlights include Melk Abbey, Bratislava’s historic allure, and Budapest’s iconic Danube views.
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