Christmastime from Frankfurt to Vienna 2025

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Summary

Starts
Frankfurt-am-Main
Duration
12 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
8 years

Description

Embark on an enchanting 12-day tour through the heart of Germany and Austria, immersing yourself in the festive spirit of the holiday season. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and tradition, taking you through picturesque villages, medieval cities, and bustling Christmas markets. From the vibrant city of Frankfurt to the romantic streets of Vienna, you'll experience the magic of Christmas in Europe. Enjoy guided tours of historic landmarks, taste traditional German and Austrian cuisine, and soak in the festive atmosphere of the region's most beloved Christmas markets. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or simply a lover of Christmas, this tour promises a memorable holiday experience.

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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

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11 nights of accommodation onboard an Avalon Waterways River cruise ship

stateroom-suite: 11 night(s);

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Friendly, English-speaking crew & Cruise Director

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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

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Map

Attractions

Photo of Vienna, Austria. Hofburg PalaceImperial Treasury Vienna
photo of Nuremberg lock,Nuremberg Germany.Nuremberg lock
Porta Praetoria, Regensburg, Bavaria, GermanyPorta Praetoria
Nymphenburg Palace with Park Munich Bavaria Germany Europe.Nymphenburg Palace
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
German Christmas Museum, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Ansbach (district), Bavaria, GermanyGerman Christmas Museum
photo of view of The Musikverein concert hall in Vienna,Vienna Austria.Vienna Music Society
Old Town HallOld Town Hall
Photo of St. Stephen's Cathedral. Vienna, Austria.St. Stephen's Cathedral

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Frankfurt to Main River Village

  • Frankfurt - Arrival day
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Welcome to Germany! Your journey begins in Frankfurt, where you must board your Suite Ship by 5 pm. Settle in and prepare for an overnight cruise to the charming Main River Village. Dinner will be served on board.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Main River Village to Würzburg

Day 2: Main River Village to Würzburg

Start your day with a guided tour of Main River Village, a picturesque settlement along the Main River. After the tour, enjoy live entertainment on board as we set sail for Würzburg. All meals are included.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Würzburg to Bamberg

  • Bamberg
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  • German Christmas Museum
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Explore Würzburg, known as the 'Pearl of the Romantic Road', on a guided sightseeing tour. You may also choose to visit the Bavarian town of Rothenburg and the Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum. After a day of exploration, enjoy the festive atmosphere of Würzburg's Christmas markets before we cruise to Bamberg. All meals are included.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Bamberg to Nuremberg

  • Bamberg
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Join a guided sightseeing tour of Bamberg, a medieval city rich in history. Enjoy an onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture while sailing. Once in Bamberg, take free time to explore the Christmas markets and indulge in traditional German cuisine. In the evening, we set sail for Nuremberg. All meals are included.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Nuremberg

Day 5: Exploring Nuremberg

  • Nuremberg lock
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Choose between a guided tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture and a tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Spend your free time browsing the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg and sampling Bavarian fare. Overnight docking in Nuremberg. All meals are included.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Nuremberg to Munich and Vienna

  • Munich
  • Vienna
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  • Nymphenburg Palace
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Disembark in Nuremberg and drive to Munich for a guided city tour, including a visit to Nymphenburg Palace. Return to Nuremberg in the late afternoon and embark on the ship that will take you to Vienna. Breakfast and dinner are included.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Nuremberg to Regensburg

  • Regensburg
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Enjoy a day at your own pace in Nuremberg. Stroll through the festively lit streets, buy last-minute Christmas gifts, or ask your Cruise Director for suggestions of things to do. In the evening, we set sail for Regensburg. All meals are included.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Regensburg to Passau

  • Passau
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  • Porta Praetoria
  • Old Town Hall
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Join a guided city walk in Regensburg and see the Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria. Take time to browse Regensburg's sparkling Christmas markets before we set sail for Passau. Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board. All meals are included.

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Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Passau to Linz and Melk

  • Linz
  • Melk
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Join a guided city walk in Passau, the beautiful 'City of Three Rivers'. You may also choose to join an optional excursion to Salzburg, Austria. Spend free time in Passau's charming Christkindlmarkt before a brief evening cruise to Linz and then sailing to Melk. All meals are included.

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Day 10

Day 10 – Day 10: Melk to Vienna

  • Vienna
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  • Melk Abbey
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Take a guided tour of Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey and marvel at its frescoed ceilings. Enjoy an Austrian Cookie Tasting while sailing through the splendid Wachau Valley to Vienna. You may choose to attend an optional Royal Waltz Concert in the evening. Overnight docking in Vienna. All meals are included.

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Day 11

Day 11 – Day 11: Exploring Vienna

Day 11: Exploring Vienna

  • Imperial Treasury Vienna
  • Vienna Music Society
  • 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 relaxing in a Viennese café. You may join an optional tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the summer home of the Habsburg dynasty for 300 years. Overnight docking in Vienna. All meals are included.

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Day 12

Day 12 – Day 12: Farewell Vienna

Day 12: Farewell Vienna

Your enchanting Christmas tour ends with breakfast in Vienna. We hope you enjoyed your journey through Germany and Austria and wish you a safe journey home.

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