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7 Night Christmas on the Danube

From Budapest to Nuremberg
  • Scenic Jasper
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Scenic Jasper

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13974444
  • Departs: Mon, Dec 23, 2024
  • Returns: Mon, Dec 30, 2024
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    Riverview $4,795
    Suite $5,795
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    Monday - Dec 23, 2024
    Day
    1
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe's oldest and prettiest cities. This afternoon, board your all-inclusive luxury Scenic Space-Ship and settle into your suite, many of which have a window that converts into a Scenic Sun Lounge, allowing you uninterrupted views of ever-changing landscapes and life along the riverbanks. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead at this evening's welcome reception. Inclusions: Dinner. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 24, 2024
    Day
    2
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873, when a newly built bridge connected the two. The city is an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. Freechoice: A range of Scenic Freechoice activities are on offer to choose from this morning: Budapest in Depth: Explore this magical city by motorcoach. Visit both Buda and Pest, the two districts that are separated by the Danube that make up the city. Starting on the Buda side see the Varkert Bazar before crossing the Margaret Bridge to the Pest side where you will see Szechenyi and Elizabeth squares. Thermal Baths: Budapest is known for its thermal waters and today you can relax in the natural hot springs at Gellert Baths. The baths are said to have medicinal properties and are warm year-round, allowing for a luxurious soak no matter what the season. Guided hike to Buda Hill: Strap on your walking shoes and join your local guide for a beautiful hike through the Buda District of Budapest where you will learn about the history of the city while taking incredible views over Buda and Pest as well as the Danube that cuts its way through the city. Tonight, you can choose to attend a Christmas mass in a local church in Budapest or stay onboard and rejoice in extraordinary all-inclusive culinary experiences. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 25, 2024
    Day
    3
    • River Cruising
    Merry Christmas - celebrate with newfound friends onboard your Scenic Space-Ship as you cruise towards Vienna. You may wish to take advantage of the state-of-the-art gym or relax with a massage in the wellness center. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
    Thursday - Dec 26, 2024
    Day
    4
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Wake up this morning in Vienna, Austria's imperial capital. A city full of grandeur, it's famous for having the world's most beautiful boulevard, the Ringstrasse, and the legacy of the Habsburg monarchy. Also known as the City of Music, Vienna fostered the musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven, among others. Sigmund Freud also lived and worked here in the late 19th century. Freechoice: Take your pick from today's selection of Scenic Freechoice experiences: Schonbrunn Palace: Explore Schonbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg family, one of the most prominent dynasties in European history. As you wander its countless ornately designed rooms, hear tales about the royal family that lives here, and see the impressive gardens. Cycle to Danube Island: Explore a different side of Vienna on a guided e-bike tour to Danube Island, a recreational playground where locals come to enjoy bathing, boating, cycling, and relaxing on its beaches and open spaces. Central Vienna exploration: The city center of Vienna is overflowing with history, elegance, and diverse architecture. During this tour, your expert local guide will delight you with stories from the city before allowing you extended free time to explore the city as you wish. Enrich: Tonight's Scenic Enrich Classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein: Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein this evening as you relish an exclusive private classical concert. Enjoy a glass of fine Austrian Sekt and listen to the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart performed by a renowned Orchestra. An experience only shared with your fellow Scenic guests, you'll be seated in Vienna's largest secular Baroque hall, an ornate space where royals and nobles have sat for centuries. Accompanied by ballet dancers and vocalists and surrounded by world-famous art, this will be a concert that you'll remember for a lifetime. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Friday - Dec 27, 2024
    Day
    5
    Durnstein, Austria
    • Durnstein, Austria
    • Melk, Austria
    Your Scenic Space-Ship will dock early this morning in the quaint town of Durnstein. Surrounded by vineyards, the city has historical buildings that date back to the 12th century, including the hilltop ruins of Durnstein Castle, where Richard the Lionheart was famously imprisoned between 1192 and 1193. Enjoy some free time exploring this captivating town before cruising towards Melk. Freechoice: Choose from a variety of Scenic Freechoice excursions today: E-biking from Durnstein to Melk: Embark on a 32-kilometer guided e-bike ride to soak up the scenery along the Danube as you cycle to the quaint village of Melk, located in Austria's scenic Wachau Valley. This tour will pass by many small villages and beautiful rolling vineyards, stopping along the way to enjoy the river views. Glorious Melk Abbey: Your visit to Melk will only be complete with a guided tour to the magnificent 18th-century Benedictine abbey. Wander its 900-year-old hallowed halls, visit the decorated Marble Hall and the library, which is filled with more than 80,000 books, and be awed by the Abbey Church, which is adorned in frescoes and intricate statues. Schnapps tasting: Transfer to the nearby town of Weissenkirchen where you will learn about how schnapps is produced, including the distilling process in a local distillery. Discover the number of flavors available and get to sample some types of delicious schnapps during a tasting. Tonight, as you sit down to a delicious dinner, your Scenic Space-Ship will set sail towards your next destination. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 28, 2024
    Day
    6
    • Brandstatt, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Salzburg, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Passau, Germany
    Today, choose from two completely different, yet equally fascinating full-day excursions. Both options require a motorcoach journey but are well worth the drive. Freechoice: Full-day excursion to Salzburg: This morning you will disembark your Scenic Space-Ship in Brandstatt, from where you will journey via motorcoach to Salzburg, Austria. Surrounded by alpine peaks and on the banks of the Salzach River, Salzburg is best known as the home of Mozart and The Sound of Music. This storybook city has a thriving art scene, music and concert halls filled with classical music, a Baroque old town where you'll find Mozart's birthplace, and Hohensalzburg, Central Europe's largest intact fortress, which sits high above the rooftops with panoramic views of the city. During a guided tour, explore this incredible city before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. After some free time, you will return to your Scenic Space-Ship in the German city of Passau. Full-day excursion to Cesky Krumlov: From Brandstatt, journey via motorcoach to the Czech town of Cesky Krumlov. This delightful UNESCO World Heritage town is brimming with charm. Sitting on the banks of the Vltava River, Cesky Krumlov is considered one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe with its vast array of well-preserved Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. Wander this fairy-tale location with your local guide and explore the historic center before delighting in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant. Your local guide will be on hand to offer expertise on the best way to spend your free time. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 29, 2024
    Day
    7
    Regensburg, Germany
    • Regensburg, Germany
    You will arrive in Regensburg today. Boasting a staggering 2,000-year history, Regensburg has one of Germany's best-preserved medieval town centers, with more than 900 of its Romanesque and Gothic buildings listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Within its narrow laneways, the city lays claim to having the highest concentration of bars in the country. Regensburg is also fringed by the Bavarian Forest, home to hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and deer, wild boar, fox, and otter. Set on the confluence of three rivers in Bavaria, Regensburg is a delight to explore on a walking tour. Your expert local guide will show you the old stone bridge, the Church of St James, and the Porta Praetoria. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Monday - Dec 30, 2024
    Day
    8
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    You will arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, after lunch. Boasting an Old Town protected by an ancient city wall, where the most enchanting Christmas markets are held every year, this city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th-century Imperial Castle, which was the preferred residence of German kings. Please book your flight to depart out of Nuremberg after 4 PM. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch.; Notes: 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. ...
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