Indulge in a one-of-a-kind holiday adventure filled with festive markets, cultural treasures, and joyous traditions. Highlights include:

• Budapest – Explore the historic Castle District, marvel at Matthias Church, and warm up with mulled wine in its glittering Christmas Markets.
• Vienna – Discover Imperial Vienna’s palaces and Opera House before enjoying the famed Schönbrunn Palace Market and the magical Rathaus Market by night.
• Melk – Visit the magnificent Baroque Melk Abbey or walk along the Danube, followed by scenic cruising through the Strudengau Valley.
• Passau – Choose from a Salzburg day trip with Mozart’s Old Town, a walking tour of the “City of Three Rivers,” or a bike ride through crisp Alpine air.
• Regensburg – Step back in time in this UNESCO medieval gem and experience the romantic Artisan Christmas Market at Thurn & Taxis Castle.
• Nuremberg – Immerse yourself in the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt, tasting gingerbread, bratwurst, and spiced red beer as carols echo through the streets.
• Budapest Pre-Cruise & Prague Post-Cruise Opportunities: December 10-12 & December 19-22, 2026, itinerary announced December 14, 2025

Culinary Delights

• 8-day/7-night luxury river cruise with gourmet dining onboard
• 2 nights pre-cruise stay in Budapest & 3 nights post-cruise stay in Prague [separate purchase]
• Exclusive guided city tours & festive Christmas Market experiences
• Private transfers and luggage handling between cities
• All excursions, tastings, and cultural activities as listed
• Taxes, service fees & gratuities

Cultural & Experiential Moments

• Festive Market Atmosphere – twinkling lights, decorated wooden stalls, and the scent of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine filling the air.
• Glühwein & Regional Drinks – warming up with spiced mulled wine, hot cider, or local specialties like Nuremberg’s red beer.
• Traditional Holiday Treats – gingerbread in Nuremberg, Austrian Sachertorte, roasted almonds, stollen, and marzipan delights.
• Christkind & Local Folkl