Christmas Markets on the Danube - Munich - Regensburg Embarkation

Begin your journey in Munich, where an Emerald Cruises representative will greet you. Transfer to your contemporary Star-Ship in Regensburg, marking the start of your festive river cruise along the Danube. Please ensure your flight arrives in Munich before 2:00 PM.

Spend the day exploring the architectural highlights of Regensburg, including the 12th-century bridge over the Danube. Visit the heart of the Thurn and Taxis Palace Christmas market, adorned with twinkling lights and quaint wooden stalls. Enjoy a traditional Bavarian band on board and a walking tour of Regensburg with a Bavarian sausage tasting. Optionally, you can embark on an excursion to Nuremberg at an additional cost.

Travel to the picturesque town of Passau, where cobblestone streets and a charming Christkindlmarkt await. Your guided walking tour will conclude at the striking St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Enjoy the festive atmosphere and indulge in freshly baked goods.

Sail through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wachau Valley to Krems. In the afternoon, embark on a guided tour of Göttweig Abbey, a Benedictine abbey that offers stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and forests.

Arrive in Vienna, a city renowned for its art and architecture. Your tour will include a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, one of the most important art museums in the world. Optionally, you can enjoy a Viennese evening concert at an additional cost.

Travel to Bratislava, where cultures sit side-by-side. A sightseeing tour will introduce you to the city's architectural wonders, including the Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral and the neo-Renaissance Slovak National Theatre. Enjoy home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family.

Arrive in Budapest, a city known for its architectural diversity and famed monuments. Your guided coach tour will introduce you to Andrássy Avenue and the neo-Renaissance façades of the townhouses there. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Hungarian folklore show on board.

After breakfast, bid farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your Star-Ship. Transfer to the airport, taking with you memories of Christmas stalls and crisp winter mornings. Please note that the itinerary may be altered due to operational reasons such as high and low water.