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Top Hungary Trips & Tours in December 2025

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Discover Hungary in December 2025 on one of these 26 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of during December 2025 as you enjoy Biking, Christmas Market Visits, Hiking, Wine Tasting, and Village Visits. Prices for trips in December 2025 range from $2,799 to $24,090 for a vacation of 8 to 15 days. Choose any of the below 26 itineraries in December 2025 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Hungary trip planners.
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Visit charming Passau
from $4,239
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,139
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Gems of Southeast Europe - Cruise Only

Budapest - Giurgiu - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
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Budapest / Giurgiu
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Giurgiu aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania along the scenic lower Danube. Discover ancient fortresses and charming towns, and enjoy local wines while immersed in Eastern Europe's vibrant culture and stunning landscapes.
  • Visit Baba Vida fortress in Vidin
  • Uncover Belgrade’s vibrant culture
  • Tour Pecs’ ancient Roman heritage
  • Discover Budapest’s iconic landmark
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Christmas Market in Prague
from $6,124
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Christmas Markets on the Danube

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
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Budapest / Prague
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Variable
Sail the Danube on a 13-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagna through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, and the Czech Republic. Explore festive cities and enchanting Christmas markets, savoring seasonal treats and timeless traditions.
  • Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
  • Discover Buda and Pest’s wonders
  • Visit Bratislava’s festive market
  • Wander Vienna’s Christmas magic
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,439
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Christmas Markets on the Danube - Cruise Only

Budapest - Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Sail the Danube on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS AmaMagna, exploring festive capitals like Budapest and Vienna. Discover charming Christmas markets, savoring mulled wine and gingerbread amid Europe’s holiday magic.
  • Explore Budapest’s Christmas Market
  • Visit Bratislava’s Coronation sites
  • Stroll Vienna's Schönbrunn Markets
  • Discover Linz’s old town
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Admire the artistry of Linz
from $4,139
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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

Budapest - Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Wine Tasting, Festival Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring the enchanting Danube River. Discover the rich history and stunning architecture in Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna, and enjoy the musical beauty of Salzburg and the scenic Strudengau Valley.
  • Explore Budapest’s vibrant charm
  • Hike Bratislava Castle’s path
  • Admire Vienna’s regal landmarks
  • Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque beauty
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Nuremberg
from $5,724
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Iconic Christmas Markets

Budapest - Prague - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
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Budapest / Prague
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise with stays in Budapest and Prague aboard the MS Amaverde. Experience enchanting Christmas markets in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Vienna, and Budapest, filled with handcrafted treasures, seasonal delights, and a warm holiday spirit.
  • Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow
  • Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
  • Walk Passau’s historic old town
  • Bike through Melk’s serene paths
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Morning view on Bratislava city
from $7,379
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Grand Danube Cruise - Cruise Only

Vilshofen - Giurgiu - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella
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Vilshofen / Giurgiu
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella through Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany. Explore historic capitals, medieval frescoes, and vibrant traditions while savoring Eastern Europe’s rich heritage.
  • Stroll Vilshofen’s charming streets
  • Cruise Passau’s scenic rivers
  • Explore Linz’s cultural mile
  • Tour Belgrade’s ancient fortress
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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market
from $4,199
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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
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Budapest / Passau
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Variable
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.
  • 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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Enjoy a carriage ride at the Christmas Market
from $4,139
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Budapest - Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaverde
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Nuremberg aboard the MS Amaverde, exploring festive Christmas Markets in stunning cities and charming towns. Enjoy the season's sights, sounds, and tastes, from handcrafted treasures to delightful holiday treats.
  • Discover Budapest’s festive charm
  • Hike Budapest’s scenic Castle Hill
  • Visit Vienna’s festive Town Hall
  • Explore Nuremberg’s Christmas glow
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Panoramic view of Vilshofen
from $4,439
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Magna on the Danube - Cruise only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
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Vilshofen / Budapest
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Visit Vienna
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Christmas Market Square at night
from $6,299
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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa
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Passau / Budapest
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Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.
  • 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
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Hungarian parliament, Budapest
from $4,039
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Legendary Danube - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise on the MS Amareina, starting in historic Nuremberg and ending in vibrant Budapest. Enjoy scenic biking and hiking while exploring medieval towns, elegant Vienna, and the stunning Wachau Valley.
  • Discover Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Admire Passau’s scenery
  • Stroll Salzburg’s Mirabell Gardens
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $4,139
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amareina
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Biking, Hiking, Christmas Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
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.
  • Explore Nuremberg’s medieval charm
  • Wander Regensburg’s Old Town
  • Stroll Passau’s cobbled streets
  • Visit Thurn Christmas Market
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Wander a cozy Christmas Market
from $2,799
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Danube Christmas Delights

Budapest - Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises
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Budapest / Passau
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Danube Christmas Delights cruise aboard Viking Cruises. Explore Budapest's art nouveau beauty and Christmas markets. Experience winter wonderlands in Bratislava and Vienna. Sail through Wachau Valley's vineyards. Discover Linz's baroque charm and enjoy Linzer Torte. Explore Passau's history at the river confluence.
  • Wander through Bratislava
  • Taste Linz's famous Linzer Torte
  • Explore Christkindlmarkt
  • Discover Passau's history
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Budapest
from $5,624
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Melodies of the Danube

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata
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Join the MS Amasonata on a fascinating 13-day cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen. Conclude your Danube River adventure with a 3-night stay in Prague.
  • Tour Buda Castle in Budapest
  • Experience wine and music in Vienna
  • Take a guided bike tour in Passau
  • Spend 4 days exploring Prague
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Historic Nuremberg
from $7,899
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Grand Christmas & New Year's

Nuremberg to Budapest - 13 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice
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Nuremberg / Budapest
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Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Celebrate the holiday season on a 13-day river cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest aboard the S.S. Beatrice. Immerse yourself in festive Christmas markets, charming medieval towns, and iconic cities along the Danube River. Savor mulled wine, traditional gingerbread, and local delicacies as you journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary.
  • Tour to the Regensburg old city
  • Visit the Bavarian Forest village
  • Walk through the beautiful Passau
  • Enjoy a private concert in Vienna
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Enjoy a cozy Christmas market in Cologne
from $22,790
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Christmas & New Year

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal
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Budapest / Amsterdam
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Village Visits, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Scenic Opal cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, celebrating the holidays with visits to festive markets and historic cities. Experience Christmas in Vienna and ring in the New Year in Wurzburg, soaking in Europe’s rich culture and seasonal charm.
  • Witness Vienna’s imperial charm
  • Discover Cesky Krumlov’s streets
  • Visit Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle
  • Admire Wurzburg’s vineyards
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Vienna
from $4,139
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Iconic Christmas Markets - Cruise Only

Nuremberg - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalea
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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. Enjoy an 8-day cruise of Iconic Christmas Markets aboard MS Amalea!
  • Visit the Great Market Hall
  • Explore Vörösmarty Square
  • Join a guided bike ride
  • Join a walking tour of Passau
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