Danube Christmas Market Cruise

Christmas market cruise with Trafalgar River Cruises

Christmas Market Cruise from Passau to Budapest

Cruise the Danube and uncover a mix of history, culture and local traditions wrapped in the spirit of the season. Visit Budapest’s Heroes’ Square, stroll through Bratislava’s medieval Old Town and see Vienna’s historic landmarks. Explore Europe’s most enchanting Christmas markets by day, then unwind on board Trafalgar Reverie by night. Share stories over regional wines, soak up the ever-changing scenery and festive cheer at every stop. This Danube river cruise offers you discovery, fun and relaxation during the most magical time of year.

Highlights

8 days, 4 countries, 6 cities: Passau-Germany, Vienna, Linz & Krems-Austria, Bratislava-Slovakia, Budapest-Hungary

 

  • Day 1: Embark in Passau, Germany – Step aboard the Trafalgar Reverie, your floating home for your Danube Christmas river cruise.
  • Day 2: Discover Passau, Germany – Browse Passau’s Christmas Markets, or choose a guided hike along the Ilz River or take part in a Bavarian Beer experience.
  • Day 3: Linz, Austria –  Spend the day in Linz. Browse the Christmas Markets or choose an optional experience to Salzburg.
  • Day 4: Krems, Wachau Valley, Austria – Cruise through the Wachau Valley and explore the historic town of Krems.
  • Day 5: Vienna, Austria – Visit Vienna’s Christmas markets and explore the Baroque architecture on foot with a Local Specialist.
  • Day 6: Bratislava, Slovakia – Explore the city of Bratislava, Christmas Markets, celebrated microbreweries, and the historic Old Town.
  • Day 7: Budapest, Hungary – Discover both sides of Hungary’s capital today with a Local Specialist city tour then explore Budapest’s local Christmas markets at your own pace.
  • Day 8: Budapest, Hungary – Disembark in the morning taking with you memories of the Christmas magic you’ve experienced along the Danube.
What’s Included
  • 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 6 Dinners
  • Lunches and dinners include wine, beer, soft drinks, tea, coffee and water

  • Welcome reception dinner on embarkation day

  • Farewell reception with sparkling wine
  • Land experiences guided by English-speaking Local Specialists and hosts
  • Optional Experiences available to complement and complete your travel experience
  • Audio headset systems provided on land guided tours
  • Bicycles available for on-land use at your leisure
Price

Danube Christmas Market Cruise from Passau to Budapest

Classic Riverview Stateroom from $5,199*, per person, twin share
Deluxe Riverview Stateroom from $6,399*, per person, twin share
French Balcony Riverview Stateroom from $7,599*, per person, twin share
Riverview Suite from $9,699*, per person, twin share
*Based on departing 2 December OR 16 December 2026 from Passau.
*Cruise subject to availability.

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