Festive Season on the Legendary Danube 2025

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Description

Summary

Starts
Nuremberg
Duration
8 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
8 years

Description

Embark on an enchanting 8-day journey through Germany, Austria, and Hungary, exploring their rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant Christmas markets. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided tours, free exploration time, and onboard entertainment. From the medieval charm of Nuremberg to the imperial grandeur of Vienna and the iconic sights of Budapest, each day presents a new adventure. Indulge in traditional holiday fare, marvel at the gilded landmarks, and immerse yourself in the festive spirit of the Christkindlmarkt. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a food lover, or a culture seeker, this tour promises a captivating 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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Avalon Passion and Avalon Imagery II or similar

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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

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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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Destinations

Linz, Austria. Panoramic view of the old town.Linz
Old town of traditional architecture of Bamberg, Bavaria, GermanyBamberg
Budapest - city in HungaryBudapest
Gemeinde Melk - city in AustriaMelk
Church Heiliger Franz of Assisi at Mexikoplatz, Vienna, Austria.Vienna
Regensburg - city in GermanyRegensburg
Passau - city in GermanyPassau

Map

Attractions

Photo of Heroes' Square, Hosok Tere or Millennium Monument, major attraction of city, with 36 m high Corinthian column in center, Budapest, Hungary. Heroes' Square
Weltenburg Abbey
photo of Nuremberg lock,Nuremberg Germany.Nuremberg lock
Handwerkerhof Nuremberg, Altstadt, St. Lorenz, Nuremberg, Bavaria, GermanyHandwerkerhof Nürnberg
Neues Museum NürnbergNew Museum - Nuremberg State Museum of Art and Design
Melk AbbeyMelk Abbey
photo of view of The Musikverein concert hall in Vienna,Vienna Austria.Vienna Music Society
Photo of entrance of the Budapest Zoo, Budapest, Hungary.Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
Old Town HallOld Town Hall

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Nuremberg

  • Bamberg - Arrival day
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Welcome to Germany! Arrive in Nuremberg by 3:30 pm and board your Suite Ship. Spend the evening exploring the ship and savoring a delightful dinner onboard. Overnight docking in Nuremberg.

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Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Nuremberg

  • Bamberg
  • Regensburg
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  • Nuremberg lock
  • Handwerkerhof Nürnberg
  • New Museum - Nuremberg State Museum of Art and Design
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Choose between a guided tour of Nuremberg's medieval architecture and the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds. Spend your free time exploring the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg, sampling Bavarian fare. Enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Regensburg.

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Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Regensburg

  • Regensburg
  • Passau
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  • Weltenburg Abbey
  • Old Town Hall
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Join a guided city walk to see Altes Rathaus and Porta Pretoria. Enjoy free time to explore Regensburg's sparkling Christmas markets. Attend a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board as we cruise to Passau.

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Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Exploring Passau and Optional Excursion to Salzburg

  • Passau
  • Linz
  • Melk
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  • Schaiblingsturm
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Join a guided city walk in Passau, known as the 'City of Three Rivers'. Spend free time in Passau's charming Christkindlmarkt or join a full-day optional excursion to Salzburg. In the evening, enjoy live entertainment on board as we cruise to Melk.

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Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Visiting Melk and Cruising 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 Royal Waltz Concert in Vienna. Overnight docking in Vienna.

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Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Vienna and Cruising to Budapest

  • Vienna
  • Budapest
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  • Vienna Music Society
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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. Join an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace. Overnight cruise to Budapest.

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Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Discovering Budapest

  • Budapest
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  • Heroes' Square
  • Budapest Zoo & Botanical Garden
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Enjoy a guided city sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes' Square. Spend your free time exploring Budapest's cafés, pubs, nightlife, and the unique Christmas market. Overnight docking in Budapest.

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Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Departure from Budapest

  • Budapest - Departure day
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Your memorable cruise ends with breakfast this morning. Safe travels!

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