Itinerary
- Day 1
Nuremberg
You'll arrive at Nuremberg Airport where a Uniworld representative meets you for the transfer to your river cruise ship. This gives you time to settle in and get oriented before the journey down the Danube begins.
- Day 2
Nuremberg
The morning starts with a panoramic city tour of Nuremberg, taking in the layout and history of this medieval city. Then you head to the largest Christmas Market in the area with around 200 stalls selling holiday ornaments, nutcrackers, hand-carved toys, and seasonal food. The air fills with the scent of roasting nuts, cinnamon, and grilled sausages as you browse and sample treats.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nuremberg City Tour with Christmas Market
Landmarks/POIs Nuremberg Christmas Market - Day 3
Regensburg
You'll stroll through Regensburg's Old Town, which is decorated with holiday lights and home to cultural attractions worth your time. After exploring the city, you head to what's considered Germany's most romantic Christmas Market, located in a baroque castle courtyard. The combination of historic architecture and festive atmosphere makes for a memorable afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Regensburg Walk & Christmas Market
- Nights Out: Thurn & Taxis Christmas Market
Landmarks/POIs Regensburg Old Town Thurn & Taxis Christmas Market - Day 4
Passau
This day focuses on the Bavarian Forest, Europe's largest continuous forested region with unspoiled landscapes and wildlife. You'll take a walking tour of Passau, then visit the Christmas Market. Later, a forest adventure includes visiting glass attractions and trying local schnapps. It's a full day mixing culture, nature, and regional specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Passau Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Bavarian Forest Adventure, Glass Paradise & Schnapps Tasting
Landmarks/POIs Bavarian Forest Passau Christmas Market - Day 5
Linz
Linz offers two Christmas Markets to explore and a thriving contemporary art scene to check out. You can choose between a walking tour of the city or combine a walking tour with a visit to a local cider farm, depending on what interests you more. Either option gives a good sense of what Linz offers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Linz Walking Tour with Christmas Market
- Linz Walking Tour with Cider Farm Visit & Christmas Market
Landmarks/POIs Linz Christmas Market - Day 6
Dürnstein
The ship cruises through the scenic Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, a tiny village with cobbled streets and shops selling apricot schnapps. You can optionally visit castle ruins overlooking the town, browse the local shops, and taste mulled wine. If you're interested in music, there's an organ concert at an Augustine monastery to attend.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dürnstein Village Stroll with Spiced Wine Tasting and Organ Concert in a Monastery
Landmarks/POIs Dürnstein Wachau Valley - Day 7
Vienna
You'll experience Vienna's elegant architecture and holiday atmosphere. Over 140 wooden stalls at the Christmas Markets offer items like rum balls and nutmeg-spiced macarons. Choose between visiting the Belvedere Palace with its Christmas Market or joining a curated walking tour called 'Taste of Christmas' to sample holiday foods and traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Belvedere Visit with Christmas Market
- "Taste of Christmas" Vienna Walking Tour
Landmarks/POIs Vienna Christmas Market Belvedere Palace - Day 8
Vienna
You'll disembark from the ship and head to Vienna International Airport for your flight home, bringing the river cruise journey to a close.
