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1st Responders Danube Christmas Markets River Cruise 2027

Nov 30 - Dec 7, 2027

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Johanna van Oeveren

Holiday Planit

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Full Itinerary Daily Overview Pricing

Day 1 · Tue, Nov 30 · Budapest, Hungary

About Your Cruise Line - Scenic

Established in 1986, we are a proudly Australian-founded company, taking our guests to the most fascinating destinations in over 60 countries and every continent.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours has more than 38 years of experience creating unforgettable, award-winning river and ocean cruises and handcrafted land journeys.

Since 2008, we have set the benchmark in truly all-inclusive, luxury 5-star river cruises in Europe and South East Asia. In 2019, we introduced...

About Your Ship - Scenic Jade

Sailing on the Rhine, Main, Danube & Moselle Rivers in Europe are Scenic Crystal, Scenic Jewel and Scenic Jade, offering the ultimate ultra-luxury.

Budapest

Nov 30

Welcome to Budapest, one of Europe’s most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, the city came together in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. Toast to the start of your journe...

All-Inclusive Stateroom Options

Nov 30 - Dec 7, 2027

8 room options · Starting at $8,086

*Please note Scenic Cruises only accepts Visa & Mastercard for payment

Day 2 · Wed, Dec 1 · Budapest, Hungary

Budapest

Dec 1

Budapest is an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths and has a vibrant nightlife scene. Over Christmas, its most iconic buil...

Day 3 · Thu, Dec 2 · Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava

Dec 2

Slovakia’s capital since independence in 1993, Bratislava is a modern multicultural metropolis with an intriguing history. Its Old Town is filled with glorious examples of medieval and Gothic architecture and a well-preserved hilltop castle, which...

Day 4 · Fri, Dec 3 · Vienna, Austria

Vienna

Dec 3

Arrive in Vienna this morning. It’s a city full of grandeur, featuring 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...

Day 5 · Sat, Dec 4 · Dürnstein, Austria

Dürnstein

Dec 4

Your Scenic Space-Ship will dock this morning in the small and picturesque town of Dürnstein, located in Austria’s picturesque Wachau Valley. Scenic Freechoice: Melk Benedictine Abbey: No visit to Melk would be complete without a guided tour of th...

Melk

Dec 4

Melk is an Austrian town situated on the River Danube. Located west of Vienna, the town is mostly famous for its 11th Century Melk Abbey, a magnificent monastery built high above the town. Melk Abbey is the largest example of Baroque architecture ...

Day 6 · Sun, Dec 5 · Linz, Austria

Linz

Dec 5

Dock in the vibrant city of Linz, considered the capital of Upper Austria. Though its history dates back more than 1,200 years, modern Linz is known for its vibrant culture of art, architecture and technology. The city has a magical atmosphere dur...

Passau

Dec 5

Passau is a German city located in the Southeast of Germany on the Austrian border. It is situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz. The Three Rivers City, as it’s also known, is unique for its three contrasting currents of blue...

Day 7 · Mon, Dec 6 · Passau, Germany

Passau

Dec 6

Set on the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers, Passau has been an important trading city since medieval times, particularly for salt, commonly known as ‘white gold’. Each river is distinct in colour and some days you can clearly see the ...

Day 8 · Tue, Dec 7 · Passau, Germany

Passau

Dec 7

After a hearty breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward or homebound flight, taking a lifetime of wonderful festive memories with you. Please book your flight to depart out of Munich after 02:00 PM. This itinerary is a guide only ...

Nuremberg

Dec 7

Nuremberg is a medieval city located in northern Bavaria in Germany. It is Bavaria's second largest city and is noted for its iconic red roofed buildings and medieval architecture. The imperial Castle overlooks Nuremberg and was one of the most im...

Optional Add-On

Optional 3night Post-Cruise extension in Prague

Scenic's 3-night Prague extension on the Danube Christmas Markets tour features 5-star luxury accommodation (usually at a centrally located hotel), transfers between the ship and hotel, and dedicated services of a Scenic Tour Director. It includes...

All-inclusive Amenities & Perks

1st Responder Group discounts: 10% off promotional discount -$750/person early pay-in-full discount -$400/person group discount -$200/person early-bird special (book by 4-30-26) *Plus free category upgrades while cabins last WOW! This is the best ...