Festive Season on the Legendary Danube with 2 nights in Prague 2025
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a magical 10-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring its rich history, vibrant culture, and enchanting Christmas markets. This multi-day tour will take you from the Golden City of Prague to the architectural beauty of Budapest, with stops in Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Melk, and Vienna. Discover grand castles, gothic cathedrals, medieval architecture, and imperial palaces. Savor traditional cuisine, from delicious plum dumplings and Pilsner lager in Prague to Bavarian bratwurst and mulled wine in Nuremberg. Enjoy free time to explore the brightly colored stalls of the Christmas markets, offering a variety of handmade toys, ornaments, and handicrafts. This tour is a perfect blend of guided activities and personal exploration, ensuring an unforgettable European adventure.
Included
Chef-prepared onboard meals with regional cuisine and familiar favorites
Seasonal cuisine featuring the freshest local ingredients
Avalon Fresh® healthy cuisine options at every meal
Spacious, open-seating Panorama Dining Room
Daily breakfast buffet with full range of classic breakfast items, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and daily a la carte specials
Complimentary room service for Continental breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Daily lunch buffet featuring regional specialties, classic dishes, healthy Avalon Fresh® options and rotating chef’s features including carving & pasta stations. Alternatively, you may dine al fresco at our Sky Grill on the Sky Deck (weather and itinerary permitting) or enjoy a light lunch in the Panorama Lounge.
Afternoon Tea featuring tea, coffee, and sweet treats
Four-course dinners with choice of appetizers, soups, salads, entrées and desserts or cheese
Linger over several selections from the Panorama Bistro's tasting menu for a less formal "sit-down" atmosphere
Complimentary wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Avalon FlexDining® flexible dining times with menu & venue options
Vegetarian options at every meal, as well as vegan, low calorie, low fat, high fiber, low cholesterol, high energy and allergy-free selections
Panorama Lounge & Bar with premium spirits, cozy seating, panoramic windows & dance floor
Welcome & farewell cocktails with sparkling wine & canapés
New in 2023 - included Happy Hour every evening featuring house beer, wine, cocktails and a drink of the day
Cocktails with a view on the Sky Deck
Specialty coffees, espresso drinks and beWell Essence flavored and infused water available throughout each day
Avalon Passion or Avalon Imagery II
2 nights in Prague
7 nights onboard cruise ship
Avalon Passion: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Panorama: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Imagery II: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite, Avalon Illumination: Avalon Deluxe Stateroom ,Panorama Suite ,Royal Suite
Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Panoramic windows throughout the ship
Elegant, contemporary design & decor
Sky Deck with whirlpool, shade awnings, game area and premium lounges
Covered Observation Lounge
Club Lounge with 24-hour self-serve beverage station with complimentary cappuccinos, lattes, tea, hot chocolate & premium coffees, as well as treats throughout the day
Elevator
Non-smoking interior and staterooms
Avalon Waterways offers a selection of included excursions in every port of call, with something for everyone within their "Classic", "Discovery" and "Active" collections
Destinations
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Prague
- Prague - Arrival day
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Begin your journey in the Golden City of Prague. Enjoy free time to explore the city and its surrounding countryside. Sample delicious plum dumplings and traditional Pilsner lager.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Prague's Historical Sites
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- Prague Astronomical Clock
- St. Vitus Cathedral
- Hradčany Square
- Thrill Park Prague
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Take a guided city walk to visit Hradčany Castle Grounds, see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock. Spend the afternoon browsing the exquisite Christmas Markets of Prague.
Day 3 – Day 3: From Prague to Nuremberg
- Prague
- Bamberg
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Spend the morning exploring Prague at your own pace. In the afternoon, board your Suite Ship in Nuremberg and enjoy a dinner on board.
Day 4 – Day 4: Nuremberg's Historical Sites and Christmas Market
- Bamberg
- Regensburg
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- Römische Thermen
- Nuremberg lock
- Handwerkerhof Nürnberg
- Lichtenau Fortress
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Choose a guided tour of Nuremberg with its medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, or take a guided tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Spend free time browsing the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg.
Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Regensburg
- Regensburg
- Passau
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- Historisches Museum Regensburg
- Porta Praetoria
- Old Town Hall
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Join a guided city walk to see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria. Take time to browse Regensburg’s sparkling Christmas markets. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board.
Day 6 – Day 6: The Charm of Passau
- Passau
- Linz
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- Glasmuseum Passau
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Join a guided city walk to learn more about this beautiful 'City of Three Rivers.' Spend free time in Passau’s charming Christmas market near magnificent St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
Day 7 – Day 7: From Melk to Vienna
- Melk
- Vienna
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- Melk Abbey
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Take a guided tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert in Vienna.
Day 8 – Day 8: Vienna's Imperial Splendors
- Vienna
- Budapest
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- Imperial Treasury Vienna
- Vienna Music Society
- Islamic Centre of Vienna
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Explore the Habsburg empire on a guided city tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. Spend free time enjoying the Christkindlesmarkt or relax by the fire’s glow in a Viennese café.
Day 9 – Day 9: The Beauty of Budapest
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- Heroes' Square
- Ferris Wheel of Budapest
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Enjoy a guided city sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. Spend free time exploring Budapest’s cafés, pubs, or nightlife and don't miss the unique Christmas market.
Day 10 – Day 10: Farewell Budapest
- Budapest - Departure day
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Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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