The fairytale city of Prague always enchants, but it really sparkles even more during the holiday season. Prague offers a collection of Art Nouveau, Baroque, Renaissance, and Gothic architecture, which you'll get to see on your tour. You will visit 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus before walking over the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Town Square, where you will find the capital's famous Astronomical Clock, Tyn Church, and the statue of Jan Hus. You may also hike to Prague Castle. Later in the day, you will have free time to explore Prague's renowned Christmas markets in the Old Town Square. (B) ... Read More
Beer has a long and illustrious history in the Czech Republic, with the first brewery established in 993. Beer is a core part of the country's national identity, so join a Czech beer tasting and discover for yourself what makes Czech beer some of the very best in the world. (B)
Check out of your hotel in Prague and drive through the pastoral countryside heading to Nuremberg, where you will have some free time to enjoy the Christmas markets. Afterwards, join your ship moored in Nuremberg. (B,D)
Nuremberg, Germany
Board the ship for your Iconic Christmas Markets cruise. (D)
Thursday - Dec 11, 2025
Day 5
Nuremberg, Germany
Join a city tour of WWII highlights and then walk through Nuremberg's cobblestone streets to the Imperial Castle and 900-year-old city ramparts, followed by a visit to Nuremberg's Christkindlesmarkt, one of the world's largest and most famous Christmas markets. You can also choose to spend the entire morning exploring this iconic Christmas market. For those looking for a taste of Nuremberg, depart for Nuremberg Imperial Castle and visit City Brewery where you will delight your palate with savory Nuremberg sausage and beer. Then continue to Sebalduskirche (church) where you will nibble on sweet and spicy lebkuchen, a baked treat similar to gingerbread. End the day crossing the Continental Divide via the Main-Danube Canal. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Friday - Dec 12, 2025
Day 6
Regensburg, Germany
Regensburg is one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join a guided walking tour showcasing the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, before visiting the Old Town Christmas market. As an alternate option, sample some of Bavaria's specialties-beer, sausage, and pretzels. Or bike to the base of Walhalla where there is a Neoclassical white marble temple inspired by the Parthenon in Athens. For those in a festive mood, head to one of Bavaria's most beautiful and romantic Christmas markets at Thurn and Taxis, where you can watch artisans make their unique arts and crafts. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Saturday - Dec 13, 2025
Day 7
Passau, Germany
Bus Travel
Salzburg, Austria
Bus Travel
Passau, Germany
Join a walking tour of this 2,000-year-old city, noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen's. Go in search of Bavarian-style crafts at the Christmas market. Or, for the active adventurer, join a guided bike tour along the Danube. Alternatively, you can travel through the serene Austrian Alps to Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart (not combinable with other tours on this day). Your full-day excursion in Salzburg includes a walking tour of the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Old Town, its magnificent cathedral, and its Christmas markets, including the Hellbrunn Palace, where its inner courtyard is turned into a romantic backdrop for one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Austria. (B,L,D) ... Read More
High on a rocky outcrop lies the Melk Abbey, one of Europe's most revered Baroque monasteries. Visit this magnificent and storied abbey, which now houses a museum chronicling its history and a famous library with countless medieval manuscripts. Alternatively, go on a guided bike ride around Melk. (B,L,D) ... Read More
The "City of Waltzes" offers a treasure trove of gems just waiting to be discovered. Join a tour showcasing its regal splendors, such as the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs along with an opportunity to visit the city's Christmas markets. If you prefer a more active adventure, then join a guided bike along the Danube River. In the afternoon, visit Schonbrunn Palace Christmas market and its spectacular festive atmosphere. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Budapest is one of Europe's most regal and storied cities-and many of its most iconic sights can be seen right off the banks of the Danube. Your tour through this sprawling UNESCO World Heritage-designated city offers splendid views of the twin cities on both banks of the river from historic Buda Castle. You'll also visit Fisherman's Bastion and see the marvelous Royal Palace, St. Stephen's Basilica, Heroes' Square, and much more. Later, explore the city's popular Christmas markets. As an alternative, you can hike to Castle Hill along Fisherman's Bastion and take in all the iconic sites of Budapest with an active exploration. (B,L,D) ... Read More
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