From Engelhartszell (Passau) to Vienna and Linz to Engelhartszell (Passau). A trilogy of cult films about “Sissi”, Empress Elisabeth of Austria, is always shown on German TV at Christmas. But this year, you can go one better: by visiting the Sisi Museum yourself. The Danube will take you there in festive style – with castles and abbeys lining the way as you pass through the most beautiful landscape imaginable. Vienna was made to fill you with Christmas cheer. Christmas lights shine out from the high windows of magnificent historical buildings. Meanwhile Baroque churches and opulent squares with sparkling Christmas markets and iceskating rinks look like something out of a fairy tale. The Christkindl market in Linz also entices you in with the aroma of sweet treats, festive music and a sightseeing train that whisks you off to the peaceful, wintry Pöstlingberg Schlössl restaurant.

Day	Port	Arr	Dep	Comments
1	Passau (Germany)		4:00pm	Embarkation 2:00pm
2	Wachau Passage (Austria)			All day cruising
	Vienna (Austria)	2:00pm	11:30pm	Optional city tour of Vienna with free time
3	Bratislava	5:00am	1:00pm
4	Linz (Austria)	2:00pm	6:30pm	Afternoon and evening to experience Linz
5	Passau (Germany)	7:00am		Disembarkation 8:00am

DAY 1:Engelhartszell (Passau) (Embarkation)

Passau is the starting point of your festive cruise. This is where the charm of the old town, church history and academic joie de vivre come together. Enjoy the first gentle waves of the Danube as you set sail and look forward to your cruise with a festive atmosphere and wintry landscapes. Welcome on board!

DAY 2: Cruising through Wachau Valley to Vienna

The Danube runs through the magical UNESCO World Heritage Wachau and enchants you with its marvelous nature. A beautiful sight on your festive cruise.

Vienna, the capital of Austria, is known as the city on the blue Danube, but today the main river is actually detached from the inner city and only the Danube Channel runs through the city. Vienna is still one of Europe's most seductive cities, however, and is worth a visit not just for its incomparable cultural treasures, the pomp and elegance of former glory, but also for its traditional coffee houses.

Vienna has many stunning squares, and during Christmas season, almost every one of them is filled with the scent of cinnamon, mulled wine and sweet specialities! Christmas music can be heard everywhere, and you can shop for traditional arts and crafts amidst an imposing setting. Time to simply let yourself drift through Vienna.

DAY 3: Durnstein - Melk

Dürnstein is one of the most famous tourist destinations along the Austrian Danube. Experience how the beauty of the wine terraces meets the tradition of medieval architecture. The English King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in the ruins of Dürnstein Castle in the 12th century - a destination not be missed.

MELK
"Gateway to the Wachau": Step into the UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire the Danube valley from above. The town of Melk with its impressive Benedictine monastery sits majestically enthroned on a hill and offers you a breathtaking view. A perfect blend between city and nature.

DAY 4: Linz

Arrive in the city of Linz situated at the heart of the Danube. Linz boasts a sizable Old Town rich in culture with numerous museums and festivals. Here you may stroll around town, stopping to buy Christmas presents and inhale the scent of Bratwürstel and mulled wine. The Linz Christmas Markets are a true festive highlight and are held on the city's baroque main square and also in the Volksgarten.

DAY 5: Passau (Germany) (Disembarkation)

Your cruise comes to an end this morning as you disembark in Passau after breakfast.

 

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2026

Per Person Cruise Only Fares

Departure	Ship	Cat (S) Deck 1 Back Deck	Cat (A) / (G) Deck 1	Cat (C) Deck 2 French Doors	Cat (B) Deck 3 Panoramic Window	Cat (D) Deck 3 French Doors	Cat (E) Deck 3 Jr Suite with French Doors	Cat (F) Deck 3 Balcony Suite
25-Nov-2026	Donna	$998	$1163	$1288	$1350
29-Nov-2026	Donna	$998	$1163	$1288	$1350
03-Dec-2026	Donna	$998	$1163	$1288	$1350
07-Dec-2026	Donna	$998	$1163	$1288	$1350
15-Dec-2026	Donna	$998	$1163	$1288	$1350
19-Dec-2026	Donna	$998	$1163	$1288	$1350

REGULAR Rate includes: cruise and port taxes and a beverage package. Sightseeing excursions are not included and can be booked onboard.

 

Children 15 and under cruiss efree with an adult in a lower deck cabin.

3 Deck Ship

Deck 3 Cabins are Cat D with panorama windows       Deck 2 Cabins are Cat C with French doors       Deck 1 4 back cabins are Cat S Other cabins are Cat A

4 Deck Ship

	Deck 4
	Deck 3 Green Cabins are Cat D with French doors, Lite blue is Jr Suite with French Doors and Dark blue are suites with balconies
	Deck 2 Cabins are Cat C with  French doors
	Deck 1 2 yellow cabins  are Cat S Other cabins are Cat A