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Avalon Waterways Heart of Germany, Danube Christmas Cruise

Enjoy the festive atmosphere from Vienna to Prague and all along the legendary Danube on this enchanting river cruise vacation. Enjoy guided sightseeing in each city and delight in the sights, smells, and tastes of centuries-old Christmas markets in Vienna, Regensburg, Nuremberg, and Prague. Be sure to sample the Glühwein, Lebkuchen, and other traditional holiday specialties! Other highlights include a guided visit of the amazing Benedictine Abbey in Melk, a fun beer tasting, and a visit of the magnificent Hradcany Castle grounds in Prague. What a fantastic way to start your holiday season!

Highlights & Sightseeing

CRUISE: Deluxe 6-night cruise from Vienna to Nuremberg in an outside stateroom with hotel-style beds

VIENNA:

Welcome reception; guided sightseeing

DÜRNSTEIN:

Walking tour, see the Stiftskirche

MELK:

Guided visit of the Benedictine Abbey; wine tasting

PASSAU:

Guided sightseeing

REGENSBURG:

Walking tour

NUREMBERG:

Guided sightseeing

PRAGUE:

Guided sightseeing, see the Astronomical Clock and visit Hradcany Castle grounds

Meals - Full buffet breakfast in Prague; superb dining with all meals on board daily featuring full breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including a welcome reception, Captain’s reception, and farewell dinner; quality wines from Europe’s most famous wine regions with every dinner; one sitting with open seating arrangements

Hotels - PRAGUE Hilton (SF)

Combine with another Festive Season Cruise

Cruise from Vienna to Frankfurt - Christmastime in Germany & Austria (WVN + WNF excluding Prague). Combined cruises will have other minor itinerary modifications.

 

Notes:

 Christmas markets operate from late November until the third week of December, depending on location (Prague markets are open from early December until the first days of January).

 In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, or any problems of a technical nature, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach or to alter the program.

 Please check visa requirements with your local consulate(s); responsibility for obtaining visas rests with the traveler.

 Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.

 

For complete river cruise information and availability, please contact us. specialgrouptours@yahoo.com or 866 725 5250

 

Why Avalon Waterways?

It’s about you. You are the reason we’ve used our 80-plus years of travel expertise to design the very best river cruise experience. Inspired by you, we’ve taken everything special about river cruising and made it even better.

Here are some of the features and amenities you’ll experience with Avalon:

  • Panoramic windows throughout every ship.
  • Spacious designs provide personal space.
  • Included shore excursions with Local Guide.
  • Headsets for shore excursions.
  • Highest-quality craftsmanship.
  • Premium coffees, cappuccinos and lattes.
  • Coffee self-serve beverage station.
  • A lounge serving premium spirit cocktails.
  • Maintain your routine in the fitness center.
  • The Comfort Collection by AvalonSM.
  • Premium L’Occitane bath amenities.
  • Daily early- and late-riser breakfast.
  • Full buffet breakfast with sparkling wine.
  • Made-to-order egg station is at buffet.
  • Chef-inspired regional recipes.
  • Four-course dinners with open seating.
  • Choice of appetizers, soups & salads.
  • Nightly option of entree, dessert or cheese.
  • Complimentary regional wines at dinner.
  • Beer or soft drinks free with dinner.
  • Night Fare served at 10:30 p.m.
  • Remarkable service through the cruise.
  • English-speaking crew.
  • Non-smoking interior.
  • Large bathrooms - showers w/ glass doors.
  • Flatscreen satellite TV with movie channels.
  • Spacious 3-door closets for ample storage.
  • Internet access to stay in touch with family.
  • And, much more.

Notes:

  • In the event of water level problems on stretches of any river, it may be necessary to operate part of the itinerary by motorcoach.
  • Included visits and special features are subject to change. If a change becomes necessary, a substitute will be offered.

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