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Danube Christmas Markets
5 DAYS FROM £725
An unforgettable festive season awaits on this memorable cruise on the Danube, taking in the magical Christmas Markets and majestic sights of Vienna, Budapest and Bratislava.
Cruise Highlights
Vienna
Budapest
Bratislava
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Vienna - UK
Accommodation: as per cruise ship details
Meals: Full board on cruise ship
Transfers: between the overseas airports and cruise ship
All local, port and airport taxes/service charges
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Vienna.
Fly to Vienna where you will be met and transferred to your river cruise ship, MS Beethoven. (D)
DAY 2: Vienna - Budapest.
This morning, why not begin your Christmas odyssey in style, by taking an optional sightseeing tour of Vienna? Known as the 'City of Music' for its association with composers such as Johann Strauss, Mozart and Beethoven, Austria's romantic capital shimmers with Baroque elegance. The tour encompasses the city's principal sights such as the lavish Hofsburg Palace, Opera House and splendid St Stephen's Cathedral. Alternatively, enjoy time at leisure exploring Vienna's atmospheric Christmas markets, the 'Christkindlmarkte', which beckon from nearly every corner of the city. Browse through the colourful stalls picking up gifts of rustic Austrian handicrafts and sipping Glühwein, whilst admiring the lavish Christmas decorations on the city's trees - a distinctive feature of the Viennese markets. After soaking up the festive cheer return to your ship for lunch and our journey to Budapest, Hungary's beautiful capital. (B, L, D)
DAY 3: Budapest.
After breakfast this morning, immerse yourself in Budapest, dubbed the 'Pearl of the Danube', by visiting either its famous Christmas Fair or joining an optional sightseeing tour. Held in historic Vorosmarty Square, the Christmas Fair bursts with rustic stalls selling hand-made artifacts and toys. Pick up souvenirs and treats such as Hungarian honey cake and strudel, and enjoy the festive puppet and folk dance shows that bring seasonal magic to the proceedings. The sightseeing tour encompasses the city's main sights, including its impressive Fisherman's Bastion, Royal Castle and opulent St Matthias Church, the coronation site of many Habsburg monarchs. After lunch on board your ship, the rest of the afternoon is at your leisure. You may want to explore more of Budapest or revisit its Christmas Fair to savour more of the holiday atmosphere. In the evening, your ship departs for Bratislava. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Bratislava.
Enjoy breakfast as you cruise towards Bratislava past beautiful scenery and fairytale villages. After arriving in the Slovakian capital early afternoon, you can choose between an optional city tour or delve into Bratislava's romantic Christmas Market. Staged in and around Hlavne Square, the Market is perfect for picking up hand-made gifts and tree decorations such as wooden nativity cribs and other crafts, as well as enjoying Slovakian festive favourites like crepes and mulled wine. Alternatively, soak up the sights on an optional tour of Bratislava's charming cobbled Old Town and imperious castle, perched 100 metres above the Danube. In the evening, depart for Vienna. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Vienna - UK.
After an early morning arrival in Vienna, disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. (B)
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View Holiday PhotosMS Beethoven
The MS Beethoven was built in 2004 and is designed to meet the highest standards of comfort and safety. The ship offers 71 spacious cabins, which are all air-conditioned. Please note that most of the guiding on the ship is done by satellite navigation and is available in English. The crew will also translate any announcements into English.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Dining room; lounge with TV/Video; large sun deck.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There is an evening programme of entertainment and a welcome cocktail on the first night. Whilst on board you will be looked after by the ship's hostess and purser.
Cabins
All cabins are equipped with a shower; wc; television; hairdryer; safety deposit box; radio and air-conditioning. Your holiday price includes a main deck cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
Twin/double Lower deck cabin with large window
Twin/double Middle deck cabin with large window
Twin/double Upper deck cabin with large window
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosDanube Christmas Markets + Vienna - 2 Extra nights from £90
After your leisurely Christmas Markets cruise, why not stay on for two additional nights at the Hotel Artis in Vienna's beautiful, historical centre? On day 5 you will be transferred from your cruise ship to the Hotel Artis. On day 7 you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to the UK.
Accommodation on Extensions
Danube Christmas Markets + Vienna - 2 Extra nights from £90
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View Holiday PhotosArtis
Providing tastefully furnished, comfortable accommodation, the Artis is a friendly, welcoming hotel situated in the heart of Vienna's historic city centre and set close to many of the area's famous sights including the Belvedere Palace, State Opera House and Academy Theatre.
Location: Conveniently situated in Vienna's historical city centre, close to many of the city's famous sights.
Facilities: Restaurant; café; lobby bar; 24-hour reception; minibar and direct dial telephone in bedrooms.
Price includes: Bed and breakfast in a twin room with bath/shower; wc; hairdryer; satellite TV; radio.
Official category: 4 star.
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