Christmas,River Cruising
Christmas is such a great reason for gathering and feeling merry! Dreamy villages gleam and river capitals such as Vienna and Bratislava, which beckon with a cheerful welcome. Enjoy Christmas stories, decorating the Christmas tree and a joyous celebration onboard. On Christmas Eve, join a traditional mass in charming Dürnstein on the banks of the Danube.
Welcome to this magical Christmas cruise along the wintery Danube! You embark on this Bavarian 'City of Three Rivers', in Passau, where a Welcome Cocktail with the Amadeus crew awaits you. At the start of your trip, the chef will spoil you with a festive Welcome Dinner. Your ship remains in Passau overnight. Meals: Welcome Dinner
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Depart Passau: 10:30am Arrive Linz: 17:30pm | Depart: 20:00pm After breakfast, get to know the most beautiful sights of Passau during the course of a city sightseeing walk. Alternatively, you can take part in a full day excursion to the imposing Mozart Town of Salzburg, where you will visit the atmospheric Advent Market in the Old Town with its countless festive lights. After this excursion, you rejoin your floating luxury hotel, which has made its way to Linz in the meantime. You can end your day and wind down with a walk through the festive Christmas Market in Linz. Optional Excursions: • Passau Walking Tour • OR Full Day Salzburg with Lunch • Visit Christmas Market in Linz Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive Melk / Emmersdorf: 06:00am | Depart: 13:00pm Arrive Dürnstein: 15:00pm Early this morning, your ship arrives in Melk/Emmersdorf, which is situated in the beautiful Wachau Region. You may want to take a detour to the 900 year old Melk Abbey or to Göttweig Abbey. Celebrate Christmas onboard with us in a festive ambience. Take part in decorating the Christmas tree to the sound of contemplative carols followed by the magical Christmas dinner onboard. Those who wish can attend a Christmas Mass in Dürnstein can do so after dinner. Later tonight, your cruise continues to Vienna. Optional Excursions: • Melk Abbey - A Baroque Jewel • Visit to the Christmas Mass in Dürnstein Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Dürnstein: 03:00am Arrive Vienna: 08:00am Christmas day is spent in the Austrian Capital, Vienna, which will amaze you with its countless sights and imposing architecture. Don’t miss the city sightseeing tour in the morning! This afternoon, you can take part in an excursion to Schönbrunn Palace. A unique and charming Christmas Market is located in front of the Palace inviting you to stroll past its countless decorated stalls and beguiling you with the divine aromas of punch and Lebkuchen 'Gingerbread'. Optional Excursions: • Vienna - Imperial Discovery Tour • Visit to Schönbrunn Palace Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Depart Vienna: 03:00am Arrive Bratislava: 08:00am | 12:00pm Spend the morning in Bratislava, where your Amadeus ship has docked during the night. Discover this impressive Danube city during the course of a sightseeing trip in a comfortable tour coach and enjoy the magnificent panoramic view of the city from the Castle Hill. At midday you will return to your ship, which continues its journey down river. An elegant Captain’s Gala Dinner awaits you in the evening, bringing a fitting and festive close to the second day of Christmas. Optional Excursions: • Bratislava - Beauty on the Danube Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: 01:30am | Depart: 22:00pm Spend the morning onboard enjoying the view of the passing wintery landscapes from the comfort of your five star premium ship. At midday, you arrive in Linz, Austria’s third largest City. This afternoon, you can explore the city on your own, or if you prefer, during the course of a sightseeing walk. This evening, your ship weighs anchor and heads towards Passau. Optional Excursions: • Linz Walking Tour with Linzer Torte Tasting Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Arrive: 08:00am After a generous breakfast onboard, it is time to disembark. The entire Amadeus crew wishes you a pleasant homeward journey and a Happy New Year! We hope to welcome you again soon! Meals: Breakfast
River Cruise Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (lc)
