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Viking River Cruises, Danube Christmas Delights from Budapest to Passau, November 29, 2023

Viking River Cruises Danube 8-day route

Cruising from: Budapest, Hungary;

Departure Date: 29 November, 2023;

Cruise Line: Viking River Cruises;

Cruise Ship: Viking Longship Vilhjalm;

Duration: 8 days;

Ports of Call: Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, VIenna, Krems, Linz, Passau, Passau;



8-day cruise to Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, VIenna, Krems, Linz, Passau, Passau on board Viking Longship Vilhjalm.

Day 0 Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.

Day 1 Budapest, Hungary

Budapest is the capital and the most populous city of Hungary. With its wide boulevards and stunning architecture, steamy thermal baths, Budapest is a true cosmopolitan European capital. No trip to Budapest is complete without a visit to the Castle Quarter, including Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, and the quaint cobbled streets and pastel buildings throughout. In a city filled with spectacular architecture and sites, the Hungarian Parliament Building stands out as a symbol of the city and impossible-to-ignore presence on the Danube.

Day 2 Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is one of the smaller capitals of Europe but still the country's largest city. One of the city dominants is The Castle of Bratislava. The most attractive part of Bratislava is the Old Town where the most historical sights, as well as cultural institutions, are concentrated. Its tiny lanes offer an ideal atmosphere for romantic walks to those who love to follow signs of history in the middle of the modern world.

Day 3 VIenna, Austria

Vienna is the federal capital, largest city and one of nine states of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and the very special Viennese charm. Apart from being regarded as the City of Music because of its musical legacy, Vienna is also said to be "The City of Dreams" because it was home to the world's first psychoanalyst - Sigmund Freud. Vienna is Austria's main centre of education and home to many universities, professional colleges and high schools.

Day 4 Krems, Austria

Krems an der Donau is a small town in Lower Austria that punches well above its weight in terms of sight-seeing and attractions. Located in the Wachau valley and resting on the banks of the Danube, Krems holds an important position in the region and is only 70km from Vienna. Krems is home to colorful, historic buildings that make it the perfect place to explore in a day or less. This historic city has a rich history of wine production, and also boasts great charm and character with its old architecture and favourable seat on the Danube.

Day 5 Linz, Austria

Linz is a beautiful and sometimes underrated city located in the northern part of Austria on the River Danube. Since 2014 Linz has been part of the UNESCO Creative Cities network and also a great tourist destination with many interesting sights and activities. The great combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations mean that Linz has as much to offer as such high-ranking Austrian cities. Linz is famouse for Linzer Tart, one of the oldest cakes and many cofeehouses.

Day 6 Passau, Germany

Passau in the southeast of Germany is located at the Austrian border. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau is worldwide known as "The Three Rivers City". In the heart of Passau on the Old Town's highest point rises St. Stephen's Cathedral, in which the world's largest cathedral organ sounds. The majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus on the Danube's side and the Pilgrimage Church "Mariahilf" on the Inn's side give the city outstanding beauty.

Day 7 Passau, Germany

Passau in the southeast of Germany is located at the Austrian border. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau is worldwide known as "The Three Rivers City". In the heart of Passau on the Old Town's highest point rises St. Stephen's Cathedral, in which the world's largest cathedral organ sounds. The majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus on the Danube's side and the Pilgrimage Church "Mariahilf" on the Inn's side give the city outstanding beauty.

Enjoy magnificent scenery and unique experiences on this Danube river cruise with Viking River Cruises. Sail with Viking River Cruises from Budapest to Danube on board Viking Longship Vilhjalm. Discover the best of Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany on this Danube cruise and discover amazing Budapest, Budapest, Bratislava, VIenna, Krems, Linz, Passau, Passau. Viking Longship Vilhjalm leaving Budapest, Hungary for 8 day from November 29, 2023.


Danube River cruise November 2023


Port order and/or content may vary, please check specific sailing date for details at Viking River Cruises website. Port arrival and departure times are approximate and subject to change without notice. For more information please visit the Viking River Cruises website.