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Land Segment of Itinerary
Wednesday - Dec 23, 2026
Day 1
Munich, Germany
Bus Travel
Cruise Segment of Itinerary
Day 1 - Wednesday - Dec 23, 2026
Day 1
Cruise Begins
Passau, Germany
Arrive at Munich Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer, or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship docked in Passau.
Thursday - Dec 24, 2026
Day 2
Passau, Germany
Old-town Passau is built on a spit of land that looks almost like a ship with its narrow prow jutting into the water, a fitting shape for a city that has been an important center of river trade since it was founded by the ancient Romans. Today, a local expert shows you the highlights of this delightful and accessible town located at the confluence of three rivers-Danube, Inn, and Ilz. ... Read More
Friday - Dec 25, 2026
Day 3
Linz, Germany
Bus Travel
Salzburg, Austria
Bus Travel
Linz, Germany
Your ship docks in Linz today. From there, you'll travel to the alpine city of Salzburg for a delightful full-day excursion. Mozart's birthplace, Salzburg, is nestled in a glorious alpine setting that sparkles like a winter wonderland. Fans of "The Sound of Music" may recognize locations from the Oscar-winning film in the city's Old Town, the site of a grand cathedral and a wonderful Christmas market. ... Read More
Saturday - Dec 26, 2026
Day 4
Grein, Austria
On today's agenda is a walk through charming Grein and a peek inside Austria's oldest theater.
Sunday - Dec 27, 2026
Day 5
Melk, Austria
Durnstein, Austria
Melk Abbey has an unexpectedly opulent library filled not only with rare and precious books but also secret doors and optical illusions. After your visit, cruise the Wachau Valley to the tiny village of Durnstein, where you can browse the shops selling apricot schnapps, hike up to the ruins of a castle, taste mulled wine, and attend an organ concert at a local church. Your river adventure today takes you through one of the most beautiful regions in Austria, bookended by two picturesque and historic towns, Melk and Durnstein. ... Read More
Renowned for its art and architecture, its classical music, its decadent pastries, and its lengthy list of famous former residents, the refined city of Vienna is a cultural treasure trove. Experience the city with your choice of tours, followed by an evening concert of Mozart and Strauss, performed at a 12th-century monastery. ... Read More
A day of free time to explore Vienna at your leisure awaits. Maybe the Viennese love for music, food, drink, and stunning architecture will compel you to visit one of the many pubs, coffeehouses, wine taverns, art museums, and sprawling palaces.
Once hidden from the world behind the "Iron Curtain", Slovakia retains an air of mystery and intrigue, and its small capital city has an unexpectedly colorful history. You'll learn more about Bratislava's past from a local expert, then have free time to check out the whimsical street art and sample delicious delicacies found only in Slovakia. ... Read More
Located on opposite sides of the Danube, Buda and Pest each have their own distinctive character and allure. Get a taste of this dynamic capital city during today's tour. This evening, celebrate the new year with a special dinner, then find your way to the lounge for a festive night of music and dancing. ... Read More
Start off the New Year on a high note with an excursion to a village of talented artisans and craftspeople who live and create beautiful things together. The village is also home to two museums you're welcome to visit-one devoted to lovely ceramics and the other to the art of marzipan.
Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer, or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home.
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