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7 Day Avalon Waterways River Cruise from Nuremberg to Vienna 2024(WNV)
Christmastime on the Danube
Starting from $3,400River Cruise Description
Enter a stunning world of cherished Christmas traditions along the Danube River. Board your Avalon Suite Ship® in Nuremberg, Germany, with its medieval fortifications, gothic churches, and palaces. The Old Town is illuminated with festive lights and decorations and the Christmas market, one of the most famous in the world, has dozens of stalls offering traditional wares, such as Lebkuchen (spiced gingerbread), Glühwein (hot mulled wine), and unique decorations and ornaments. Learn about local Christmas traditions, and cruise to historical Regensburg, the only German city not bombed during WWII. Experience Passau's charming Christmas market set against the breathtaking backdrop of St. Stephen's Cathedral-a masterpiece of baroque architecture. Arrive in lovely Melk, Austria, and tour the magnificent 11th century Benedictine Abbey-one of Europe's largest monasteries. As you cruise through the wintery landscape of the picturesque Wachau Valley, enjoy the view with a tasting of traditional Austrian cookies. This Christmas river cruise ends in Austria's magical capital of Vienna, home to the sounds of Mozart, Strauss, and the Vienna Boys' Choir. See the famous sights with a Local Guide and enjoy a tour through the Christmas markets to get a taste of all the best flavors Austria offers during this sparkling time of year on the Danube River.Thanks for your interest!
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Dec 2, 2024 | Avalon Illumination | $3,550 | Call Us! |
Dec 9, 2024 | Avalon Impression | $3,400 | Call Us! |
Dec 11, 2024 | Avalon Envision | $4,500 | Call Us! |
Dec 13, 2024 | Avalon Passion | Waitlist | Call Us! |
Avalon has designed included activities with a choice of experiences. We invite you to select the tours, activities, and events that interest you most, so you can experience your cruise your way. There are 3 types of included shore excursion on every Europe cruise:
- Plus independent exploration options and use of Avalon's exclusive AvalonGO APP.
River Cruise Itinerary
Day 1 NUREMBERG, GERMANY (EMBARKATION)
Welcome to Germany! Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Nuremberg must arrive by 3 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. Indulge in traditional holiday fare and hot libations to warm your heart and soul.Day 2 NUREMBERG
Day 3 REGENSBURG
Day 4 PASSAU
Day 5 MELK, AUSTRIA
Day 6 VIENNA
Day 7 VIENNA (DISEMBARKATION)
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.Having trouble deciding which cruise is right for you?