Magic of Advent on the Danube (Nuremberg - Vienna) (6 destinations)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a magical multi-day tour that takes you through the most beautiful Christmas markets along the Danube. This journey begins in the wintery city of Nuremberg, famous for its lebkuchen (gingerbread), and takes you through the medieval town of Regensburg, the romantic city of Passau, and the picturesque landscapes of Melk and Emmersdorf. The tour culminates in the enchanting city of Vienna, where you can immerse yourself in the pre-Christmas atmosphere and enjoy the aromas of lebkuchen and roasted almonds. From sightseeing tours to visits to historic sites and festive markets, this tour offers a unique blend of cultural exploration and festive cheer.
Included
Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack
Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions of Europe served with dinner on board
Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the Amadeus Club
Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
AMADEUS Riva
Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except Amadeus Brilliant)
Individual climate control and in-room safe
Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)
Amadeus Riva: Suite
Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director
AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions
Variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, local cultural performances, and music by our onboard musicians
Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration
Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day
All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare
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Attractions
Nuremberg lock
Melk AbbeyDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Nuremberg
- Nuremberg - Arrival day
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Welcome to the wintery city of Nuremberg, renowned for its famous lebkuchen (gingerbread). Your enchanting Advent journey begins here. After boarding, you'll have the chance to meet the cruise director at a Welcome Cocktail, followed by a sumptuous Welcome Dinner in the Panorama Restaurant. Your ship remains anchored in Nuremberg overnight.
Day 2 – Day 2: Nuremberg to Regensburg
- Nuremberg
- Regensburg
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- Nuremberg lock
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Start your day with a festive sightseeing tour through Nuremberg, taking in all its main attractions. Don't miss the trip to the famous Nuremberg Christmas market, where you can indulge in culinary delights, artisan crafts, and regional products. After lunch, you'll return to your ship, which sets sail for Regensburg.
Day 3 – Day 3: Regensburg
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- Randeck Castle
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Arrive in the Bavarian town of Regensburg, home to one of Germany's best-preserved medieval old towns. A guided city walking tour will showcase the city's most beautiful sights. In the afternoon, visit the Thurn and Taxis Castle, the site of one of the region's most beautiful Christmas markets. Alternatively, you can visit Weltenburg Abbey. After a festive day, return to your ship, which departs Regensburg after dinner.
Day 4 – Day 4: Passau
- Vienna
- Passau
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Arrive in the romantic 'City of Three Rivers', Passau. After breakfast, embark on a guided walking tour through this picturesque town where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers meet. After lunch, visit the festively decorated Christmas market in Passau. Your ship then weighs anchor and sets sail for Austria.
Day 5 – Day 5: Emmersdorf to Vienna
- Vienna
- Melk
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- Melk Abbey
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Wake up to a breathtaking view of one of Austria's most beautiful landscape regions, the Wachau. Start your day in Emmersdorf with a trip through this wintery region, including a visit to Melk Abbey. Alternatively, you can visit the wine-growers village of Dürnstein. After both tours, enjoy a glühwein (mulled wine) party on board as your ship continues its journey to Vienna, arriving in the early evening. You can attend the 'Sound of Vienna' concert, where the 'Alt Wien' Salon Orchestra will entertain you with Viennese classics.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vienna
- Passau
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Devote your day to the magical, wintery city of Vienna. Enjoy a city sightseeing trip from the comfort of a tour coach, taking you to the most beautiful sights and elegant buildings in Vienna. After lunch, we recommend a visit to the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, where an atmospheric Christmas market awaits you. In the evening, an elegant captain's Gala Dinner takes place on board, allowing you to enjoy a wonderful Advent ambience.
Day 7 – Day 7: Departure from Vienna
- Vienna - Departure day
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After breakfast on board, you disembark and begin your homeward journey. We wish you a pleasant and safe journey, and a happy festive season! We hope to welcome you again soon!
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