Back
iCruise.com iCruise.com

7 Night Christmas Markets on the Danube

From Munich to Budapest

Emerald Star

Emerald Cruises
4 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13915664
  • Departs: Mon, Dec 15, 2025
  • Returns: Mon, Dec 22, 2025
    Track this Cruise and Get Price Alerts.
    Riverview $3,895
    Suite $4,895
    *Prices are per person based on double occupancy
    Includes taxes & fees
    Tap the "Send Quote" button to get a quote include unadvertised prices including Senior, Military and Resident promotions.
    Send Quote

    Special Promotions

    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Dec 15, 2025
    Day
    1
    Munich, Germany
    • Munich, Germany
    • Bus Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 1 - Monday - Dec 15, 2025
    Day
    1
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Regensburg, Germany
    You'll be met at the airport by an Emerald Cruises representative and transferred to your contemporary Emerald Cruises Star-Ship, where your friendly captain and crew will be waiting to greet you. Please book your flight to arrive into Munich prior to 2 PM.
    Tuesday - Dec 16, 2025
    Day
    2
    Regensburg, Germany
    • Regensburg, Germany
    Explore the medieval center of Regensburg with a local guide, walking the cobblestone streets, passing the patrician houses of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, and stopping to sample traditional Bavarian sausage. Alternatively, join a bike tour to the Walhalla monument, which towers high above the slopes of the Danube. From here, you can enjoy a fascinating view of the river and the surrounding landscape. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception with dinner, followed by a traditional Bavarian band performance onboard. ...
    Read More
    Wednesday - Dec 17, 2025
    Day
    3
    Passau, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    • Engelhartszell, Austria
    Today, we'll cruise into the heart of Passau, where three of Europe's main rivers converge in the shadows of the castle. Your guided tour of this illustrious city will unveil how it was rebuilt following fires in the 17th century. Italian architects left their mark with an array of Baroque architecture that still stands today, including St. Stephan's Cathedral. Alternatively, if you're feeling active, you can join a bike tour along the River Inn, one of the three rivers converging in Passau. Enjoy exploring the city before returning to your Star-Ship for lunch and an afternoon of sailing along the Danube River. ...
    Read More
    Thursday - Dec 18, 2025
    Day
    4
    Durnstein, Austria
    • Durnstein, Austria
    • Krems, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Gottweig Abbey, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Krems, Austria
    Today, you can choose to hike the ruins of Durnstein Castle, which offer delightful panoramic views of the surrounding medieval villages. Afterwards, we'll sail through the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wachau Valley and on to Krems. Alternatively, you can embark on a guided bike tour from Durnstein to Krems, passing terraced vineyards, castles, and ruins along the way, before meeting your Star-Ship at the dock. This afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of Gottweig Abbey, a true treasure overlooking the Wachau from a hill covered by vineyards and forests. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed landscape since 2001, it is one of Austria's most important Benedictine abbeys and attracts visitors from all over the world. Built in 1083, it continues to serve as a spiritual center in the heart of Lower Austria and is run by a community of about 45 monks. Visible even from great distance, the abbey provides epic panorama views when you visit. ...
    Read More
    Friday - Dec 19, 2025
    Day
    5
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Sweeping boulevards and world-famous art exhibitions welcome you to Vienna, a city which perfectly encapsulates the opulence of the Habsburg Monarchy and their ornate Baroque palaces. For art-lovers, there's no other place like the Austrian capital, not just because the city is packed with museums and artwork but also because of its variety. Your tour will include a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum, the largest art museum in the country and one of the most important museums worldwide. Alternatively, embark on a guided cycling tour from where your Star-Ship is docked to the idyllic Danube Island. ...
    Read More
    Saturday - Dec 20, 2025
    Day
    6
    Bratislava, Slovakia
    • Bratislava, Slovakia
    A delightful scattering of Baroque palaces and Gothic architecture that tell tales of a communist past are yours to uncover as we sail towards Bratislava. Enjoy a guided tour of the city's enchanting history, taking in the Neo-Renaissance glory of the Slovak National Theatre and the Episcopal Summer Palace. Alternatively, embark on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle and its idyllic Baroque gardens, offering the perfect backdrop to the Shakespeare festival that takes place during the summer months. This afternoon, enjoy coffee and cake in the home of a Slovakian family before being welcomed to your farewell dinner. ...
    Read More
    Sunday - Dec 21, 2025
    Day
    7
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Welcome to Budapest, a city steeped in history and culture, where ancient architecture exists alongside contemporary buildings. Enjoy a guided city tour, starting at the Liberty Statue and encompassing many of Budapest's hotspots. You'll see Heroes' Square and the Buda Castle district, before a walking tour up to Matthias Church and the Fisherman's Bastion, providing the best panorama views of the city and river. Alternatively, enjoy a hike to Buda Hill and gaze over the Danube. ...
    Read More
    Monday - Dec 22, 2025
    Day
    8
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    After breakfast, it's time to say farewell to your fellow guests and disembark your Star-Ship for your transfer to the airport, taking wonderful memories of the Viennese skyline and architectural masterpieces with you. This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. ...
    Read More


    Get FREE Price Alerts

    Subscribe to our weekly cruise deals email and enjoy FREE price change alerts and updates for this cruise and others like it.

    We promise to protect your privacy and personal data. You can review our privacy policy here.

    Complete the form below and we will send this cruise and a message to your friends on your behalf.

    Enter up to 5 emails separated by commas:

    Your First Name

    Your Last Name

    Your Email Address:

    Optional Message to Your Friend(s):

    Send Email

    Please enter your email address to Add to Favorites. You can then access this cruise from other devices.


    Email Address:

    Save to Favorites

    This cruise line does not offer live online pricing. Please complete the form below for a quote on this cruise or call for rates.


    How many are traveling
    Adults (Age 18 and over)
    Kids (6 months to 17 years)
    First NameLast NameState of Residence

    Phone NumberEmail AddressAny special request or comments?

    Submit Request >