Danube Holiday Markets (2028)

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8 daysDuration

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20 peopleMaximum group size

2 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Munich, Germany

Budapest, Hungary

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Itinerary

Budapest has celebrated Christmas for a thousand years, since the reign of St. Stephen, the king who founded Hungary and encouraged the spread of Christianity throughout his realm. As you ramble through the Christmas Market on Vörösmarty Square, admiring the handmade porcelain, stop to watch as kürtos kalács (a pastry) is baked on rods over an open fire and then coated with sugar before it’s handed to you.

In Bratislava, where a lively young art scene is revitalizing the compact city core, stalls abound with traditional Slovakian Christmas items such as medovníky (spiced ginger cookies) and šúpolie (figurines made from corn husks). Experience Uniworld’s exclusive “Taste of Christmas” program in the heart of Vienna during the day.

Glorious baroque architecture, delightful concerts and ravishing scenery will make this Christmas season unforgettable as you sail through the holidays on the Danube.

Please note that most Christmas Markets in Europe end their season on the 23rd of December and will not be available after that date.

day 1Passau (Embark)

Arrive at Munich Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

day 2Passau

day 3Linz (Salzburg)

day 4Cruising the Wachau Valley, Krems

day 5Vienna

day 6Cruising the Danube River, Bratislava

day 7Budapest

day 8Budapest (Disembark)

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Accommodation

7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the stately S.S. Maria Theresa or the elegant S.S. MarleneLavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites on the cruise have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, custom cotton sateen sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow optionsFree Wi-Fi

Meals

All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinnersCaptain’s Welcome and Farewell ReceptionsWelcome and Farewell Gala DinnersUnlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water

Transport

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Excursions

6 days of excursions, all fully hosted by English-speaking local expertsGuided “Taste of Christmas” programState-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio-headset system on all excursionsBrompton G-Line Bicycles and Nordic Walking sticks available for independent exploration

Experiences

4 countries: Austria, Germany, Hungary, Slovakia4 UNESCO World Heritage sitesServices of an experienced Uniworld Cruise ManagerGratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tourCultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment

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