Christmas Markets Along the Danube - Westbound
From $7,980 per person
8 days
3 countries
Ships: ms Joy, ms Savor
Tauck
8 days, 7 nights.
Journey summary
- Day 1 - Nuremberg
- Day 2 - Nuremberg
- Day 3 - Regensburg
- Day 4 - Passau
- Day 5 - Salzburg
- Day 6 - Melk
- Day 7 - Vienna
- Day 8 - Vienna
Itinerary highlights
This Danube river cruise from Nürnberg to Vienna aboard ms Savor or ms Joy offers a new approach to discovering the magic of the Christmas Markets in Germany and Austria… a 700-year holiday tradition! Enjoy Tauck's signature sightseeing and exclusive events... gain insights from the personal experiences of your local guides as they recall the Christmas Markets of their childhoods... and celebrate the holidays with special yuletide events on the ship and off! Aboard your riverboat, decorated in holiday style, you can sample glühwein and other seasonal goodies. Attend a holiday baking demonstration... a festive European Christmas dinner with all the fixings… and a performance by alumni of the Regensburger Domspatzen choir! Explore the Baroque architecture of 900-year-old Melk Abbey... have lunch at the Palais Pallavicini in Vienna, and take a tour of the Thurn und Taxis family's Palace of St. Emmeram in Regensburg, with a visit to its private Christmas Market – and more!
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The ms Joy.
Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the ms Joy, a masterpiece of design and comfort.
Step aboard ms Joy, where elegance meets comfort on the picturesque Danube River. Lounge on the top deck, gaze at passing riverbanks, and toast to adventure with your favorite drink. Designed for intimate cruising, ms Joy offers space and serenity for up to 130 guests, providing an uncrowded and personalized experience. At 443 feet long, this ship maximizes comfort, featuring 67 cabins, including 22 stunning 300-square-foot Tauck Suites—the most luxurious offerings on any European river cruise ship. Eight innovative loft cabins with floor-to-ceiling windows deliver extra light and breathtaking views, creating a distinct sense of connection to the surroundings. With its exceptional design and warm atmosphere, ms Joy promises unrivaled memories for those who seek relaxation and adventure in equal measure. Join the festivities on board and let the journey inspire you!
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