 Christmas Time Cruise Make your travel dreams come true this winter with this magnificent cruise. See Prague and Budapest decorated for the winter holidays, sample Sachertorte in Vienna and wonder through the many Christmas Markets along the way. Cruising on ms Amadagio / ms Amalegro Christmas markets in Linz and medieval Regensburg.
| Accommodation | ms Amadagio / ms Amalegro and hotels | | Tour Code | EUXR10 | | Tour Duration | 10 | | Style | River Cruises of Europe, Russia and Egypt | | Highlight | Prague covered in snow | | Finest Dinning | Includes 22 Meals | | Package | 10 Day Christmas Time Cruise 07/08 | | Date Range | Jun. 2007 - Jan. 2008 |
Itinerary Day 1, Sun. ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY.
 Your luxurious river cruise ship is moored near the city center. Start exploring the city on your own before meeting your fellow travellers at the Welcome Cocktail Reception. After the Welcome Dinner enjoy a Gypsy performance onboard.
Board cruise: ms Amadagio / ms Amalegro
Dx1 Day 2, Mon. BUDAPEST.
Morning sightseeing includes Buda and Pest. From historic Buda Castle, a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman's Bastion, the marvellous Royal Palace, St. Stephen's Basilica, and much more. During lunch start cruising to Vienna.
Bx1 Lx1 Dx1 Day 3, Tue. VIENNA.
Arrive after breakfast and enjoy a day in captivating Vienna. A sightseeing tour includes Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, Ringstrasse, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Christmas markets at the Town Hall. Your afternoon is free to stroll along Kärntnerstrasse, sample Vienna's famous pastries or visit a museum. Tonight return to the Christmas market, or come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert.
Bx1 Lx1 Dx1 Day 4, Wed. MELK-LINZ
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley this morning. A guided tour takes you to Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries. Rejoining the ship for lunch you will cruise to Linz, where you will arrive in time to visit there beautiful Christmas markets.
Bx1 Lx1 Dx1 Day 5, Thu. LINZ - PASSAU, GERMANY.
 Perhaps take the optional excursion to Salzburg. Described as “one of the most beautiful cities in Europe," Salzburg is an architectural jewel. This is also Mozart's hometown, and the setting of the world-famous movie, The Sound of Music. Join in the merriment at the beautiful Christmas Markets, renowned for local handicrafts and unusual holiday presents. Later, board your ship in Passau, Germany. For those staying on board, enjoy a relaxing day of cruising. On arrival in this charming city, there is time to visit the jolly Christmas Market.
Bx1 Lx1 Dx1 Day 6, Fri. REGENSBURG.
Arrive in medieval Regensburg. A tour will show you the city's highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Pretoria – gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Then, visit the Old Kornmarkt Christmas market and shop at festive stalls adorned with fir branches. Or, you can decide to visit the “royal” Christmas markets at the Thurn and Taxis Palace, a very traditional handicraft Christmas market, with craftsmen making the goods in front of you. This evening enjoy a folklore performance on board.
Bx1 Lx1 Dx1 Day 7, Sat. NUREMBERG.
This morning enter the Main-Danube Canal and relax during a leisurely cruise through the beautiful Altmühl Valley. The Main-Danube Canal straddles the Franconian Alps via 16 locks, truly a fascinating feat of modern engineering. After lunch, a short drive through the pastoral countryside brings you to Nuremberg. Enjoy a tour of this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. See the 900-year-old ramparts that surround the city, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. After your tour, visit the world's largest Christmas Market, where over 100 red and white canvas-topped booths offer an assortment of unique children's toys, tinsel angels, dolls, dollhouses, gingerbread and the list goes on.
Bx1 Lx1 Dx1 Day 8, Sun. NUREMBERG - PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC.
After breakfast transfer to Prague, where you will arrive in time for lunch, the afternoon is free to explore the "Golden City" on your own
Two Night Stay: Prague, Renaissance Hotel.
Bx1 Day 9, Mon. PRAGUE.
This morning's sightseeing reveals why Prague is considered one of Europe's most attractive cities. Visit the thousand-year-old Hradcany Castle courtyard, St. Vitus and Golden Lane, then walk through the Jewish quarter to the Old Market Square. The balance of the day is free to wander through the Christmas markets with their tempting assortment of handicrafts, toys, wood carvings, and ornaments. Mix with the locals at Wenceslas Square, or enjoy yourself in one of the charming cafés or restaurants.
Bx1 Day 10, Tue. DEPART PRAGUE.
Your tour ends this morning after breakfast with your flights home.
Bx1 What's Included Inclusions - City tours of Nuremberg, Vienna and Budapest
- Walking tour of Passau and Regensberg
- Tour Melk's magnificent Benedictine Abbey
- Gala Farwell dinner with Gypsy violinists
Tour Notes - Single supplement available on application
- Port charges – add A$150 per person
- Arrival/Departure Transfers on first and last day of package – add A$120 per person
- All departures are guaranteed
- Cruise Upgrades available Contact Us for further details
- Cruise operated in conjunction with Amadeus Waterways
Reverse Itinerary – EUX10 - This cruise also operates in reverse, from Budapest to Nuremberg and two nights in Prague
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