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7 Night Festive Season on the Legendary Danube

From Nuremberg to Budapest

Avalon Illumination

Avalon Waterways
3.5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 13916915
  • Departs: Sun, Nov 29, 2026
  • Returns: Sun, Dec 6, 2026
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Sunday - Nov 29, 2026
    Day
    1
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    After lunch, drive to Nuremberg where your river cruise vessel is docked. Before dinner meet your crew at a Welcome Reception. (Breakfast, Dinner)
    Monday - Nov 30, 2026
    Day
    2
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    Although Nuremberg suffered extensive damage during WWII, much of it was restored to its original style. Marvel at this historic city with its fabulous Gothic churches and elegant patrician houses. Nuremberg's traditions include its famous Lebkuchen, toy making, and metal working. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 1, 2026
    Day
    3
    Regensburg, Germany
    • Regensburg, Germany
    Regensburg is one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities. Architectural highlights included on your tour are the Old Town Hall and Porta Praetoria-the gate to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. The city is the capital of Upper Palatinate, a bustling university town, and one of Bavaria's cultural centers. Before dinner we'll introduce you to some of Germany's famous beers! (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 2, 2026
    Day
    4
    Passau, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    • Linz, Germany
    Passau, ideally located at the confluence of the rivers Inn, Ilz, and Danube, is a city of graceful arcades and cobblestone streets. St. Stephen's Cathedral houses the world's largest church organ with more than 17,000 pipes. An optional full-day excursion to Salzburg takes in the popular Sound of Music sights. Linz, Austria's third-largest town, lies on both banks of the Danube and is an important industrial town and a busy river port. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ...
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    Thursday - Dec 3, 2026
    Day
    5
    Melk, Austria
    • Melk, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Melk's magnificent Benedictine abbey dominates the town from its commanding hill site and is one of Europe's largest monasteries. The view from the terrace over the Danube and the surrounding countryside is breathtaking! This evening, arrive in Vienna, known as the "City of Music", which inspired the creative genius of Mozart, Beethoven, and Strauss. An optional concert is available tonight. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ...
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    Friday - Dec 4, 2026
    Day
    6
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Once the center of the mighty Habsburg Empire, Austria's capital has much to offer: lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ring Boulevard, and awe-inspiring St. Stephen's Cathedral, to name just a few of the sights you will enjoy during your city tour. You do not rush through Vienna; you waltz, taking your time to savor each classic sight and sound. Shop in the Karntnerstrasse and enjoy Sachertorte or Apfelstrudel in a neighborhood cafe. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ...
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    Saturday - Dec 5, 2026
    Day
    7
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Budapest, spanning the banks of the Danube, is Eastern Europe's liveliest and most cosmopolitan metropolis. Seven bridges, including the famous Chain and Elisabeth Bridges, connect ancient Buda on the right bank with Pest on the left. The massive hilltop castle complex with Fisherman's Bastion and the Matthias Church is one of the many sights your local guide will show you. Shop for renowned peasant embroidery, Herend porcelain, and paprika. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) ...
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    Sunday - Dec 6, 2026
    Day
    8
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)


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