Christmas on the Danube
Christmas on the Danube
Christmas on the Danube
7 Days
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TTJDX
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Titan with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
From:
$2635 (USD) including Flights from the UKNB: Prices correct on 06-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Celebrate Christmas in style as you cruise the iconic river Danube on board the luxurious MS Amadeus Star. With the convenience of unpacking only once, experience German and Austrian festive traditions, browse Christmas markets, and sample culinary delights as we sail this fascinating river at a particularly exciting time of year. Highlights of our Christmas Danube cruise include Christmas Day in Vienna and a mulled wine party on Christmas Eve.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Munich. On arrival, we transfer to Passau and embark our ship ready for our Christmas cruise. Enjoy a welcome cocktail reception and dinner on board this evening. We remain moored here overnight.
Day 2
After breakfast, get to know Passau on a sightseeing walk. This beautiful city sits at the confluence of three rivers (the Danube, Ilz and Inn) and features a medley of Italianate baroque and Gothic architecture. Later, we set sail for Linz, where you can end the day with a stroll through the Christmas market. Why not pick up a handcrafted bauble to decorate your tree next year - a lovely reminder of your Christmas cruise.
Day 3
This morning, we arrive in the wine-growing town of Melk, ready to explore its huge baroque abbey. This cultural treasure was a fortified Roman post and then a magnificent castle before it was given to the Benedictines in 1089. Before we set sail for Dürnstein this afternoon, we’ll enjoy a glühwein party, warming up with glasses of deliciously spiced mulled wine - it's always a wonderful highlight of our Christmas holiday cruises. This evening, we enjoy a Christmas celebration on board with the opportunity to attend Christmas Mass in Dürnstein.
Day 4
Merry Christmas! We arrive in Vienna this morning, a fantastic city to spend the big day in. A sightseeing tour takes us along the Ringstrasse, into the Schwarzenbergplatz, passing Karlskirche and Vienna’s stunning opera house. Vienna is a cultural powerhouse - international treasures include the Vienna Boys’ Choir and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, while former residents include Strauss, Mozart, Beethoven and Haydn.
Day 5
A guided tour will reveal some of the Slovakian capital’s highlights this morning. Enjoy the breathtaking views from Bratislava’s 13th-century castle, which span over countryside where Austria, Hungary and Slovakia meet. We’ll cast off from Bratislava during lunch, which is followed by a relaxed afternoon cruising upstream through Austria. There’ll be a captain’s gala dinner this evening, where you’ll enjoy good food, quality wine and great company.
Day 6
We’ll have another chance to explore Linz today, a former European Capital of Culture. A walking tour will take you around the cobbled streets of Linz’s historic heart, with a guide to explain the city’s layered history. There’ll be free time afterwards - maybe see the crib of the cathedral, famed for being one of the largest and most beautiful in the world, and try some delicious Linzer torte. After dinner, our ship continues upstream towards Germany.
Day 7
Our Christmas Danube cruise comes to an end today. We disembark in Passau and transfer to Munich Airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
What's Included
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6 nights cruise on MS Amadeus Star
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International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Heathrow. Supplements may apply from other airports
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17 meals: 6 breakfasts (days 2-7) 5 lunches (days 2-6) 6 dinners (days 1-6) 7 excursions and visits
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Excursion to Salzburg including Christmas market
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Linz Christmas market
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Christmas Mass in Dürnstein
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Excursion to Melk Abbey and Glühwein party
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City tour of Vienna
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City tour of Bratislava
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Walking tour of Linz Plus
Check out our Q&As
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Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
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Dates & Availability
Sunday - Saturday
Dec 22, 2024 - Dec 28, 2024Book with Confidence
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Free Date Changes
Titan Travel allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 75 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Titan Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform titan travel, 75 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Titan Travel requires a minimum deposit of 395 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of titan travel charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 42 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.