RIVER CRUISE CHRISTMAS ON THE DANUBE

River Cruise by Europa Danube River
8 days 999€
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CHRISTMAS ON THE DANUBE

A Christmas river cruise on the Danube is a wonderful way to experience the holiday season and enjoy the beauty of Old Europe. The Danube River is known for its stunning landscapes and historic cities, which make for a magical backdrop during the Christmas festivities.

Sipping a cup of mulled wine while cruising along the Danube sounds delightful. Mulled wine is a traditional Christmas drink made with red wine, spices, and citrus fruits, often served warm. It's a popular beverage during the holiday season and adds a cozy touch to the cruise experience.

Taking a ride on ice skates on the open-air rinks is a fantastic way to embrace the winter spirit. Many cities along the Danube set up temporary ice rinks during the Christmas season, providing a fun activity for both locals and visitors. Ice skating surrounded by beautiful architecture and festive decorations is an enchanting experience that adds an extra touch of magic to your holiday adventure.

In addition to these activities, you can also explore the charming Christmas markets that adorn the cities along the Danube. These markets are known for their stalls selling handmade crafts, local delicacies, and unique Christmas decorations. They provide a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture, purchase gifts, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Overall, a Christmas river cruise on the Danube promises a memorable and enchanting experience. From the scenic beauty of the river to the festive traditions and activities, it's a perfect way to celebrate the holiday season and create lasting memories.


Dates

Departure From Arrival From Price From Reserve
20-12-2024 Vienna 27-12-2024 Vienna 999.00€ RESERVE
27-12-2024 Vienna 03-01-2025 Vienna 1099.00€ RESERVE

Itinerary

CHRISTMAS ON THE DANUBE
Duration 8 days
Departure date 20-12-2024 | 27-12-2024 |
Cities Vienna, Melk, Dürnstein, Budapest, Esztergom, Bratislava
Rivers Danube

10% DISCOUNT UP TO 180 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE FOR FULL PAYMENT ONLY


INCLUDED: accommodation in outside cabins; full board from dinner on the first day to breakfast on the last day; welcome aperitif (limited hours); 5 o'clock tea with pastries or midnight aperitif; live music; welcome and farewell cocktail with one drink included; Captain's dinner; special Christmas or New Year's Eve dinner with a glass of sparkling wine; luggage storage on board.    


NOT INCLUDED: drinks not mentioned; individual transfers; flights; port and tourist taxes (75€/pax/cruise);  insurance; tips (50€ pax/cruise); wi-fi; laundry service; minibar.   


TOUR PACKAGE  (min. 10 pax): 

Budapest city tour

City tour of Vienna

City tour of Bratislava


OPTIONAL TRANSFERS (from/to Vienna airport):

1-2 persons: 80 eur/trip

3-5 persons: 99 eur/trip

6-9 persons: 295 eur/trip

Important: maximum waiting time at the airport - 1h. In case of delays, missed flights or lost luggage, please inform Crucemundo on the emergency number. After 1 hour from the scheduled arrival of the flight, if passengers do not meet the driver, the transfer will be considered cancelled without refund.


BEVERAGE PACKAGE: not available. 


POSSIBILITY TO CHOOSE A CONCRETE CABIN NUMBER: 50 eur/cabin. Otherwise, numbers will be assigned randomly.



Day 1
DAY 1 VIENNA
Boarding at the river port from 16:00 (Nussdorf area). Accommodation in cabins. Overnight stopover. Overnight on board.
Day 2
DAY 2 VIENNA
Full board on board. After breakfast, optional panoramic sightseeing tour of the most important sights of the Austrian capital: the Opera House, the City Hall, the Parliament, the Burgtheater and the splendid Hofburg Imperial Palace. In the afternoon, enjoy the city at your own pace or join another wonderful optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace, the summer residence of the Imperial House of Austria, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the evening, the ship will leave the Austrian capital and sail in the direction of Melk. Overnight on board.
Day 3
DAY 3 MELK / DÜRNSTEIN
Full board on board. Today we will arrive in Melk, a small town in the heart of the impressive Wachau Valley. It is world famous for the Benedictine Abbey perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the river. At noon, the boat sails to Dürnstein where we arrive after lunch. Dürnstein is a charming village in the heart of the winding Wachau Valley with a medieval castle. From the quay you can walk directly to the historic town centre through the medieval town gates and up to the Prangerplatz. From here you have a beautiful view over the ruins of the castle, famous as the place where Richard the Lionheart was supposedly imprisoned. In the afternoon, enjoy the scenery of the wonderful Wachau Valley as we cruise towards Budapest. Overnight on board.
Day 4
DAY 4 BUDAPEST
Full board on board. At dinner time, we will arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary. Enjoy a stroll through the city by night. Overnight stopover. Overnight on board.
Day 5
DAY 5 BUDAPEST
Full board on board. Budapest is divided by the mighty Danube into two parts: traditional "Buda" and cosmopolitan "Pest". Optional guided tour of the most important sights of the Hungarian capital: the Parliament, the Opera House, Heroes' Square, the Market Place, the Chain Bridge and the Fisherman's Bastion with its spectacular views over the city. Overnight on board. Between 23:00 and 01:00 the ship will be on manoeuvres. Departure to Esztergom at 04:00.
Day 6
DAY 6 ESZTERGOM
Full board on board. Early in the morning we will arrive in Esztergom, the ancient Hungarian capital. It is a small town of 28,000 inhabitants about 45 kilometres from Budapest, famous for housing the largest basilica in the country (larger than St. Stephen's Basilica in the capital), 118 metres high and 49 metres wide, which took 47 years to build. It was inaugurated in 1869. It is now the seat of the Catholic Church in Hungary. Esztergom was the capital of Hungary between the 10th and 13th centuries before moving to Buda. In the early afternoon we set sail for Bratislava. Overnight on board (On 25/12 and 01/01 the Basilica will be closed).
Day 7
DAY 7 BRATISLAVA
Full board on board. Our optional guided tour offers you a sightseeing tour of this imperial city. You will see, among other fascinating sights, the National Theatre, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, the old town hall and the impressive rock fortress. In the afternoon we sail to Vienna. In the evening, Captain's dinner. Overnight on board.
Day 8
DAY 8 VIENNA
Disembarkation after breakfast. End of our services.

Ship MS "Princess Isabella"

Technical Details

Length: 125,50 m | Draft: 1,5 m | Speed: 23 km/h | Refit: 2023 | Currency on board: Euro | Cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard. | Passenger capacity: 170 passengers. | Voltage: 220 V.

* the classification of the boat has been granted according to our own criteria.  


Amenities

The ship is equipped with the most modern facilities that will guarantee a comfortable and relaxing cruise. The panoramic restaurant and lounge, as well as the reception are located on the upper deck, offering passengers the possibility to move around public areas without going down stairs. On board, there is an elevator connecting the Main and Upper decks. On the Sun Deck there is a promenade area with chairs, tables, sun loungers and fitness area. From here you can enjoy panoramic views under the shade of an awning. At guests' disposal on board the ship there is a small reading lounge and massage room. Wi-Fi is available throughout the ship for an additional fee.


Accommodation

All cabins are outside cabins of about 14 m2 and are equipped with shower and toilet, satellite TV, radio, air conditioning, hairdryer, internal telephone and safe. Lower deck cabins have 2 fixed windows; Main deck cabins have 2 fixed panoramic windows. Both Deluxe and Suite cabins have a French balcony. Suite cabins are about 21 m2 and have a minibar and coffee maker.


Plan