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7 Night Danube Christmas Delights Cruise from Passau

Ship: Viking Ingvi

Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises

Sailed: Wednesday, Nov 30, 2022 from Passau, Germany

Ended: Wednesday, Dec 7, 2022

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Wednesday, Nov 30, 2022 departure of the Viking Ingvi. If Viking River Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Day 1 - Wednesday - Nov 30, 2022

Passau, Germany

Embark your ship and settle into your stateroom. Founded by the Celts, Passau is one of Bavaria's oldest cities. Known as the "City of Three Rivers", it rests at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz, and Danube Rivers. The city has long enjoyed its strategic position and grew to great economic and political power because of it. The legacy of its past prosperity lives on in graceful arcades, colorful houses with Rococo facades, and the glorious Baroque St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to one of Europe's largest pipe organs. Passau is also where two nations meet; it is here that the German-Austrian border begins.

Day 2 - Thursday - Dec 1, 2022

Passau, Germany

Centered around the beautiful St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to Europe's largest pipe organ, the romantic market stalls of the Christkindlmarkt are a delight to explore. An array of handmade goods, from tasty treats to ornaments, offer a wealth of opportunity to take home a unique artisan gift created by local craftsmen. Periodically throughout the festive season, the cathedral hosts yuletide concerts; the sound of choirs singing can be heard as their voices echo through the courtyard and the town's narrow streets.

Day 3 - Friday - Dec 2, 2022

Linz, Germany

Linz is today's provincial capital of Upper Austria. The city's famous Linzertorte, the jam-filled cake topped with almonds, hails from here and can be found in any number of cafes and the stalls of the city's Christmas markets. In the Old Town, the Baroque architecture of the main square provides a stunning backdrop for its Christmas market as the scent of gingerbread fills the air. At the Volksgarten, a nativity scene provides an atmospheric feature with the sounds of classical music and moving figurines that tell the story of the birth of Jesus Christ.

Day 4 - Saturday - Dec 3, 2022

Krems, Austria

Wachau Valley & Krems, Austria: Sail through a serene tapestry of terraced vineyards, forested slopes, charming towns, and castle ruins in Austria's Wachau Valley, celebrated as perhaps the most scenic stretch of the Danube. Journey 18 miles through this vast UNESCO World Heritage Site, where the river courses through picturesque hillsides. Gaze upon the prolific grapevines and quaint wine-producing villages hugging the shores-the legacy of vintners that stretch as far back as Celtic and Roman times and an echo of the more than 30 monasteries that served as vineyards in Renaissance days. A small university town at the eastern end of the Danube's Wachau Valley, Krems is surrounded by terraced vineyards. In its heyday, during the 12th century, Krems held even more importance than Vienna for its iron, grain, salt, and wine trade. As to the latter, the city has played a long and celebrated part in the popularity of the Wachau's wine culture; the valley's south slopes in Krems are bathed in sunlight all day and create some of the best Riesling and Veltliner wines in the world. The city's cobblestone streets, taverns, wine bars, and cafes have a timeless appeal.

Day 5 - Sunday - Dec 4, 2022

Vienna, Austria

The yuletide season transforms Vienna's beautiful squares into delightful Christmas markets. Festive lights illuminate the Old Town. The Schonbrunn market, set in front of the Baroque Habsburg summer palace, and Freyung market, nestled in the city center, are the perfect destinations for unique handmade decorations. Seasonal music and choral singing provide a merry ambience to holiday festivities in Am Hof square, while the market at Belvedere square mixes excellent shopping opportunities with views of the stately palace and adjacent lake to create a fairytale atmosphere.

Day 6 - Monday - Dec 5, 2022

Bratislava, Slovakia

Danube Bend, Hungary

Danube Bend: The aroma of mulled wine and Slovakian delicacies mixes with the sound of Christmas carols to turn Bratislava's historic Old Town into a winter wonderland during the holiday season. The medieval Bratislava Castle overlooks light-festooned streets that give the city a fairytale glow. Vendors in Hlavne Namestie square display authentic artisanal handicrafts, and a specially decorated Christmas tram adds to the holiday atmosphere as it transports visitors to the different fairs spread out around the city. Take in the natural beauty of the fabled "Blue Danube" as you pass through the Danube Bend, considered one of the most beautiful sections of the river. Cruising this 40-mile stretch through northern Hungary, you will see peaceful farmland and an ancient castle that once served as hunting grounds for royals and visiting dignitaries. As you sail the passage between the Borzsony and Pilis ranges, you will marvel at the steep hills draped with bucolic forests. And delight in the majestic church domes peering at the waterway from inviting villages and historic cities.

Day 7 - Tuesday - Dec 6, 2022

Budapest, Hungary

The Christmas season adds another layer of beauty to the already romantic charms of Budapest. Nestled in the heart of Pest lies Vorosmarty Square, home to the city's largest yuletide market. The enticing aroma of national specialties permeates the air as vendors display traditional and contemporary handicrafts. At the cozy St. Stephen's Basilica market, mulled wine keeps revelers warm as nightly light shows illuminate the church's facade. Across the Danube in Buda, old-world allure mingles with festivities in Fo Square, where seasonal events and an outdoor ice rink entertain.

Day 8 - Wednesday - Dec 7, 2022

Budapest, Hungary

Riverside beauty and a vibrant cultural scene blend together in Budapest to form one of Europe's most rewarding cities. Hungary's enchanting capital straddles the banks of the Danube, with traditional hillside Buda on one side and modern Pest on the other. By day, astounding Art Nouveau buildings, stalwart castles, and glittering palaces set the stage for awe-inspiring strolls and long soaks in thermal spas. By night, a nostalgic glow settles in as the city's lights dance on Danube waters, the Chain Bridge uniting it all as a dramatic centerpiece. After breakfast, disembark your ship and journey home.

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