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Day by Day Summary and Map
Land Segment of Itinerary
Sunday - Dec 8, 2024
Day 1
Munich, Germany
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 1 - Sunday - Dec 8, 2024
Day 1
Cruise Begins
Regensburg, Germany
Greeted by one of the Emerald Cruises representatives, you'll transfer to your contemporary Star-Ship in Regensburg, starting your festive river cruise along the Danube. Please book your flight to arrive into Munich prior to 2 PM.
Monday - Dec 9, 2024
Day 2
Regensburg, Germany
Spend the day in Regensburg. Today, you'll have the chance to explore some of the city's architectural highlights, crossing the 12th-century bridge over the Danube. Your EmeraldPLUS excursion takes you into the heart of the Thurn and Taxis Palace Christmas market, where row-upon-row of twinkling lights adorn the quaint wooden stalls. ... Read More
Tuesday - Dec 10, 2024
Day 3
Passau, Germany
Engelhartszell, Austria
The cobblestone streets that weave through Passau resemble a picture-perfect Christmas card, especially when a thin layer of fresh snow blankets the town. Your included walking tour will finish underneath the striking green domes of St. Stephan's Cathedral, where you'll discover a charming Christkindlmarkt full of festive souvenirs and freshly baked goods. ... Read More
Wednesday - Dec 11, 2024
Day 4
Krems, Austria
Bus Travel
Gottweig Abbey, Austria
Bus Travel
Krems, Austria
Today, enjoy a morning sailing on your Star-Ship as it sails through the fascinating Wachau Valley, part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wachau Cultural Landscape, and on to Krems. This afternoon, embark on a guided tour of Gottweig Abbey, a true treasure overlooking the valley from a hill covered by vineyards and forests. Built in 1083, it's one of Austria's most important Benedictine abbeys, attracting visitors from around the globe. Run by a community of about 45 monks, it's visible from a great distance and provides epic panoramas from the grounds. ... Read More
Sweeping boulevards and world-famous art exhibitions welcome you to Vienna, a city perfectly encapsulating the extravagance of the Habsburg Monarchy and their love of ornate Baroque palaces. For art lovers, there is no place like the Austrian capital, not just because the city is bursting with museums and artwork, but because of the variety. Your tour will include a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in the country and one of the most important museums worldwide. ... Read More
Today, enjoy learning about Slovakia as we visit the heart of Bratislava, a capital where cultures sit side-by-side. A sightseeing tour of the city will introduce you to its architectural wonders, including the Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral and the Neo-Renaissance Slovak National Theatre. The Christmas markets showcase handcrafted souvenirs and traditional Christmas treats, a true seasonal delight. ... Read More
Offering an abundance of historical whimsy, Budapest is known for its architectural diversity and famed monuments that pepper both sides of the Danube. This UNESCO World Heritage-listed city is a true delight at Christmas, when the locals take to thermal baths to beat the crisp chill of the season. Today, your guided motorcoach tour will introduce you to Andrassy Avenue and the Neo-Renaissance facades of the townhouses found there, as well as a generous scattering of Christmas decorations. This evening, an onboard traditional Hungarian folklore show is certain to delight. ... Read More
After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests. Disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport and take memories of Christmas stalls and crisp winter mornings with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. ... Read More
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