Christmas Markets on the Danube

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Christmas Markets on the Danube
2028

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Enjoy a magical journey immersing yourself in the spirit of Christmas. Delight in the festive atmosphere of Christmas markets along the Danube and indulge in local treats and cultural traditions. The festive season in Europe is nothing short of magical.

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Travel Information

8 Days River Cruise

Trip code EUTCHX08

Itinerary

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Nuremberg to Budapest

8 days / 7 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Munich, Nuremberg, Embark Ship

Day 2

Nuremberg

Insider Experiences

Day 3

Regensburg

Insider Experiences

Day 4

Passau, Linz

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Day 5

Melk, Dürnstein

Day 6

Vienna

Day 7

Budapest

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Day 8

Disembark Ship, Budapest

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your all-inclusive tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Seven nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship

Services of a Travelmarvel  Cruise Director and local guides

20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners

Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise

Explore seven towns, villages and cities

Transfers, port charges and tipping

Experience the magic of Europe's Christmas Markets

Learn about Europe’s festive traditions with a special onboard presentation

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

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Christmas Traditions in Europe

As you cruise the Rhine–Main–Danube Canal, join a special onboard presentation exploring European Christmas traditions. Learn the stories behind festive customs, seasonal foods, decorations and markets, gaining deeper insight into how the Christmas season is celebrated across the region.

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Christmas Market Flavours

Experience the magic of Europe’s Christmas markets as you sample festive treats along the Danube. Sip warming mulled wine in Regensburg, taste traditional Hungarian sweets in Budapest and savour Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen gingerbread, all while soaking up the seasonal atmosphere.

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Cruise Aboard Travelmarvel's State-of-the-art River Ships

Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.

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Trip Alternatives and Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your tour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

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What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this tour and this company to everyone i speak to.
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The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.
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Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the team were very friendly and welcoming.
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Thank you for ensuring everything from the major to the minor details were so thoroughly covered so that a perfectly smooth holiday flowed for us...
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Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.
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Each one of (our Tour Guides) was great, knew their area and history and were very approachable.
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Trip Notes

Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change
Prices are for cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified

Christmas Markets on the Danube