Unsupported browser
Christmastime on the Danube River Cruise with Prague
November 27, 2022 to
December 6, 2022
This Christmastime river cruise begins in Austria’s magical capital of Vienna, home to the sounds of Mozart, Strauss, and the Vienna Boys’ Choir. See the famous sights with a Local Guide or opt to go on a culinary tour through the Christmas markets to get a taste of all the best flavors Austria offers during this time of year. Cruise through the wintery landscape of the picturesque views of the Wachau Valley to Melk. Continue to Passau, Germany, and visit the city’s charming Christmas market set against the breathtaking backdrop of St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of baroque architecture. In Regensburg, after a guided tour of the city, savor traditional sausages at Historiche Wurstküche (Old Sausage Kitchen), one of Germany’s oldest restaurants and enjoy a tasting of German beers. Learn about Christmas traditions as you cruise to Nuremberg, the thousand-year-old city with its medieval fortifications and gothic churches. The Old Town is illuminated with festive lights and decorations, and the Christmas market has dozens of stalls offering traditional wares, such as Lebkuchen (spicy gingerbread) and unique decorations and ornaments.
At the end of your cruise, travel to Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic. In Prague’s Old Town, see the magical Astronomical Clock, built in 1410, and once the envy of all Europe. The Christmas markets offer an array of Christmas tree ornaments, wooden toys, and Czech handicrafts. Explore to your heart’s content with a warm cup of svařené vino (hot mulled wine) among the rows of brightly decorated wooden huts and be sure to see the beautifully decorated tree in Old Town to end this perfect, seasonal river cruise.
Itinerary
Your journey begins at Chicago O’Hare, where you will board your overnight flight to Vienna
Welcome to Austria! Your Suite Ship® is ready for boarding by 5:00 pm for a safety exercise then to enjoy a Welcome Reception onboard. Indulge in traditional holiday fare and hot libations to warm your heart and soul before sailing.
Note: Flights into Vienna must arrive by 3:30 pm.
Overnight docking in Vienna
Meal: Dinner
Royal Collections, and Culinary Confections
Join a Guided Tour of Vienna ending at magical Christmas Advent Markets! Along the way, discover the history of Austrian foods and traditions as you sample local specialties. Later on choose to join a Guided Optional Tour of Schönbrunn Palace, summer home of the Habsburg dynasty for 300 years and spend free time on your own to enjoy the Christkindlmarkt or relax by the fire’s glow in a Viennese café this evening. Alternatively, this evening you may choose to attend an Optional Excursion to a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall.
Overnight cruise to Melk
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Frescoes above the Wachau Valley
Choose from the following options: CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings; OR DISCOVERY Enjoy an Austrian Cookie Tasting onboard while sailing to Grein; OR CLASSIC Take a guided Walk of Grein, including its historic theater, the oldest in Austria still holding regular performances. Enjoy live entertainment onboard tonight.
Overnight cruise to Passau
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Saint Stephens, Salzburg, and the Story of Silent Night
Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.” Later, you may like to join a Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, Austria. See the setting of The Sound of Music and learn the story behind the beloved Christmas hymn, Silent Night.
Evening/overnight cruise to Regensburg
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Christmas Magic in Bavaria!
Take a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria, entrance to the Castra Regina fortress built in 179 AD. Browse Regensburg’s sparkling Christmas markets at your leisure and enjoy hot-mulled wine, candied almonds, gingerbread or bratwurst. Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
Evening/overnight cruise to Nuremberg
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Legends and History Lessons
Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board while sailing this morning.
Later in the day choose from the following options: CLASSIC A Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle; OR: CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds, used by the Third Reich. Spend free time on your own to browse the spruce stalls of the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg. Sample favorite Bavarian fare from dozens of bratwurst varieties, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine, and countless other culinary delights of the Christkindlmarkt.
Overnight docking in Nuremberg
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bid your crew farewell and head for the Golden City of Prague where you will stay the next two nights. Stroll through the exquisite streets of the city and spend a free evening in one of Prague’s cafés for dinner and Czech Beer.
Meal: Breakfast
Hotel: Prague Marriott (or similar)
Gothic Cathedrals, Grand Castles, and Czech Christmas Spirits
Take a Guided City Walk to visit Hradcany Castle Grounds and see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town’s Astronomical
Clock. Continue to spend the afternoon on your own to browse the exquisite Christmas Markets of Prague. Stroll through the brightly colored wooden stalls for ornaments and handmade toys and handicrafts.
Meal: Breakfast
Hotel: Prague Marriott (or similar)
Your vacation comes to an end with breakfast this morning and transfers to the airport.
Meal: Breakfast
Hotels and Daily Itinerary are subject to change.
Inclusions
Air-Inclusive Package
- Round-trip air from Chicago O’Hare to Vienna, Austria and returning from Prague, Czech Republic including air taxes and fees
- Transfers between the airport, ship, and hotel (when purchasing air-inclusive package)
Cruise Accommodations
Deluxe six (6) night Avalon river cruise on the beautiful Avalon Envision from Nuremberg, Germany to Budapest, Hungary
Hotel Accommodations
Two (2) night hotel stay in Prague, Czech Republic at the Prague Marriott (or similar)
Includes hotel service charges, taxes and luggage handling
Included Meals
- All meals onboard the ship are included with Chef-inspired regional recipes
- Complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast; wine, beer, or soft drinks with lunch and dinner are included daily onboard your ship
- Breakfast during your hotel stay in Prague.
Fox Flourish!
- Professional tour manager from Fox World Travel*
- Onboard credit to be used toward drinks, optional tours or spa in the Euro equivalent of $50.00 USD per person
- Complimentary pre-paid gratuities to your shipboard staff, local guides, and coach drivers
- Premium Fox World Travel Gift given with your travel documents
Premium Tour Experiences
- Several evenings include live entertainment onboard your ship
- In Vienna Join a Guided Tour of Vienna ending at magical Christmas Advent Markets and discover the history of Austrian foods and traditions as you sample local specialties.
- Tour Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings and walk the city of Grein, including its historic theater, the oldest in Austria still holding regular performances.
- Excursion to Salzburg, Austria to see the setting of The Sound of Music while learning the story behind the beloved Christmas hymn, Silent Night.
- Browse the sparkling Christmas markets in Regensburg and indulge in hot-mulled wine, candied almonds, gingerbread or bratwurst.
- Join a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle and spend time at your leisure browsing the Christmas markets.
- In Prague take a Guided City Walk to visit Hradcany Castle Grounds; see St. Vitus Cathedral, and Old Town’s Astronomical Clock and stroll through the city during this wonderful season!
Tour Services
- Luxuriously appointed river view staterooms with hotel beds, hair dryer, safe and flat-screen TV with satellite for complimentary movie and entertainment options
- Remarkable service from your English-speaking crew and on-board tour director
- Escorted by a professional, local Tour Director from Avalon
- Customized, informative travel documents containing trip details and helpful packing and planning information
Not Included: Airline flights on land-only packages, air-imposed baggage fees, gratuities for airport porters, tour guides, motorcoach drivers, meals (other than those included in the package); optional excursions that may be offered, and any items of a personal nature. Travel insurance protection is not included. Ask your travel consultant about our reasonable options.
*Minimum of 30 travelers required for the Fox World Travel tour manager to accompany the group. In the event the minimum number is not reached, the tour may still include a professional, local guide in the destination.
Prices include taxes and fees of $684.35 per person
*Current taxes and fees are included and subject to change.
Pricing
Air Inclusive
Deluxe Stateroom
| Categories E & D |
| See special discounts below! |
| Two riverview windows |
| Airfare Included |
| Based on double occupancy |
Panorama Suite
| Categories B, A & P |
| See special discounts below! |
| French Balcony |
| Airfare Included |
| Based on double occupancy |
Cruise Only
Deluxe Stateroom
| Categories E & D |
| See special discounts below! |
| Two riverview windows |
| Airfare Included |
| Based on double occupancy |
Panorama Suite
| Categories B, A & P |
| See special discounts below! |
| French Balcony |
| Airfare Included |
| Based on double occupancy |
All current air taxes and fees of $521.03 per person are included and subject to change.
Single pricing available upon request. Single Supplement Waiver may be available. Early Booking Discounts do not apply when a Single Waiver is applied to the reservation.
Flights
Roundtrip flights from Chicago O’Hare are currently pending
Flight schedules are subject to change and FWT has no control over flight changes, seat assignments, delays or cancellations. Tickets will be non-refundable once issued. Changes will be subject to a fee plus any fare difference. Additional restrictions may apply. Checked baggage fees may apply.
Pricing and flight options from other cities available upon request.
Notes
Optional Motorcoach Transfer
Group motorcoach transfer to and from Chicago O’Hare from select pick-up points are $45 per person each direction ($90 per person roundtrip) is available to add to the tour package.
Optional Insurance
Cancellation and travel protection is strongly recommended. Details and rates can be obtained from your Fox World Travel advisor.
Cancellation Penalties
- From date of deposit to August 1, 2022: Initial deposit of $250.00 per person
- August 2, 2022 –August 29, 2022: 50% package price cancellation fee + applicable airline fees
- August 30, 2022 – October 23, 2022: 75% package price cancellation fee + applicable airline fees
- October 24, 2022 through day of travel: No refunds
Airline tickets are non-refundable once ticketed.
A valid passport is required with a validity of at least six months beyond the return date of the trip.
Note: Daily Itinerary is subject to change. Order of sightseeing may change throughout the itinerary. Substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water levels or other uncontrollable factors.
Book Now
RESPONSIBILITY: We and any sponsoring organizations act only as agent for the suppliers of travel services such as airlines, hotels, car rental companies, tour operators, restaurants, sightseeing companies, entertainment providers, and cruise lines (the "Suppliers"). We are not responsible for the acts or omissions of the Suppliers that cause losses or damages arising from physical or emotional injury, property or other economic damage, consequential damages, or monetary losses, or arising from any other causes beyond our control. We reserve the right to make any changes in the itinerary deemed necessary, and also the right to decline or retain any person as a member of the Trip. If you choose to arrange your own transportation for any portion of the Trip, we are not responsible for any arrangements or associated costs should there be a change in date that requires changes or cancellation to transportation arranged by you. We are not responsible should there be any changes with vacation hosts, tour managers, or entertainment. You grant to FWT and its designated agents the right to acquire and use the audio, photographic, video and other portrayals of your image, likeness, and voice in any medium of any nature whatsoever, including the Internet, for the purpose of trade, advertising, sales, publicity or otherwise, without compensation.
We will make reasonable attempts to accommodate the special needs of disabled travelers, but we are not responsible in the event we are unable to do so nor are we responsible for any denial of services by Suppliers. The American with Disabilities Act is only applicable within the United States and facilities for disabled individuals are limited outside its borders. Most transportation services, including a touring motor coach, are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. We regret we cannot provide individual assistance to a vacation participant for walking, dining, getting on and off motor coaches and other vehicles, or other personal needs. A qualified and physically able companion must accompany travelers who need such assistance and must assume full responsibility for their well-being. Motorized scooters are unsuitable for most vacations.
We have no special knowledge regarding the financial condition of the Suppliers, unsafe conditions, health hazards, weather hazards, or climate extremes at locations to which you may travel. For information concerning possible dangers at destinations, we recommend contacting the Travel Warnings Section of the U.S. State Department at (202) 647-5225 or www.travel.state.gov. For medical information, we recommend contacting the Centers for Disease Control at (877) FYI-TRIP or www.cdc.gov/travel. You assume full and complete responsibility for checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, vaccination, or other entry requirements of your destination(s), and all conditions regarding health, safety, security, political stability, and labor or civil unrest at such destination(s). You hereby release us from all claims arising out of any problem covered in this paragraph. You agree that the courts in Winnebago County, Wisconsin will be the exclusive jurisdiction for all claims brought by you or us, and you hereby submit to the personal jurisdiction of those courts.
We work vigilantly with the Suppliers to maintain integrity of the price you were originally quoted and placed on deposit. There may be certain circumstances where your vacation may be subject to a price increase prior to full payment due to a supplier or government issued surcharge. Prices will not increase after you make full payment, except for charges resulting from increases in government-imposed taxes or fees, fuel surcharges, exchange fluctuations or any combinations of these. Fox World Travel will make a reasonable attempt to contact you prior to issuing charges.