Trip Highlights
9-Day Luxury River Cruise from Vienna to Prague
Avalon Waterways “Christmastime on the Danube” Itinerary (Westbound)
Explore world-famous Christmas Markets in Vienna, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, and Prague
Guided tours of historic cities, cathedrals, castles, and UNESCO sites
Onboard entertainment, holiday activities, and cultural experiences
Two festive nights in Prague
Denise will host and travel with the group
Exclusive group pricing, including $500 off per person and included gratuities
Travel Dates
December 10–18, 2026
(Optional pre-night in Vienna — Denise will arrive December 9)
Pricing (Per Person, Double Occupancy)
Included: Taxes, port charges, group discount, $500 off per person, gratuities
Additional: Travel insurance, airfare, airport transfers, optional pre/post nights
Deposit: $250 per person (non-refundable)
Final Payment Due: September 11, 2026
Past Avalon, Globus, or Cosmos travelers (within 2 years) may qualify for additional savings.
Full Itinerary
Day 1
Vienna, Austria | Embarkation
Arrive in Austria’s capital and settle into your luxurious Suite Ship. Explore holiday stalls, then enjoy a festive welcome dinner onboard.
Day 2
Vienna
Guided city tour of the Imperial Palace, Vienna Opera House, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Optional Schönbrunn Palace tour or evening waltz concert available.
Day 3
Melk → Grein
Tour the 11th-century Melk Abbey. Enjoy an onboard Austrian cookie tasting while sailing through the Wachau Valley. Guided walking tour in Grein.
Day 4
Passau, Germany
Guided city walk of Passau and time to explore the Christmas Market. Optional full-day excursion to Salzburg, home of “Silent Night” and the backdrop of The Sound of Music.
Day 5
Regensburg
Guided tour of one of Germany’s best-preserved medieval cities. Experience traditional markets, Bavarian treats, and Europe’s oldest sausage kitchen.
Day 6
Nuremberg
Onboard Christmas traditions lecture. Choose between a guided tour of medieval Nuremberg or a historical tour of the WWII rally grounds. Free time to enjoy the renowned Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt.
Day 7
Nuremberg → Prague
Disembark and travel to Prague. Free evening to explore cafés, restaurants, and Old Town.
Day 8
Prague
Guided city walk including Hradčany Castle Grounds, St. Vitus Cathedral, and the Astronomical Clock. Time to experience Prague’s iconic Christmas Markets.
Day 9
Prague | Departure
Breakfast and the conclusion of your holiday river cruise.
