Christmas Markets on the Danube - Munich - Regensburg Embarkation
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an enchanting multi-day tour that takes you on a festive river cruise along the Danube, starting in the historic city of Regensburg. This journey will immerse you in the rich culture and stunning architecture of Europe, with visits to iconic cities like Passau, Krems, Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest. Experience the magic of Christmas markets, taste traditional Bavarian sausages, explore world-renowned art museums, and enjoy home-hosted coffee with a Slovakian family. From the cobblestone streets of Passau to the thermal baths of Budapest, this tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and festive cheer.
Included
7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
Airport transfers outside Australia are included
Map
Attractions
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Göttweig Abbey
Thon-Dittmer-Palais
St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
Dohány Street SynagogueDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Munich to Regensburg
- Regensburg
- Munich - Arrival day
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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.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Regensburg and Nuremberg
- Nuremberg
- Regensburg
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- Thon-Dittmer-Palais
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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.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Passau
- Passau
- Regensburg
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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.
Day 4 – Day 4: From Passau to Krems
- Passau
- Krems an der Donau
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- Göttweig Abbey
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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.
Day 5 – Day 5: Artistic Vienna
- Vienna
- Krems an der Donau
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- Kunsthistorisches Museum
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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.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vienna to Bratislava
- Bratislava
- Vienna
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- St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava
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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.
Day 7 – Day 7: Bratislava to Budapest
- Szentendre
- Budapest
- Bratislava
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- Dohány Street Synagogue
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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.
Day 8 – Day 8: Farewell Budapest
- Budapest - Departure day
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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.
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