Group River Cruise · Dec 12–20, 2027
Christmastime on
the Blue Danube
Budapest · Vienna · Krems · Passau · Regensburg · Nuremberg
The Journey
Eight days of Christmas magic along Europe's most storied river
Aboard the Avalon Panorama — the first ship in the industry to feature two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows — you'll glide through a landscape of festively lit towns, ancient cathedrals, and world-famous Christmas markets. Meals, drinks, and excursions are all included on board. All that's left to do is take it all in.
Stop 1
Budapest, Hungary
Board the Avalon Panorama as Budapest's Parliament Building glides past your floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows. Explore the city's grand boulevards, thermal baths, and festive Christmas markets before casting off along the Danube.
Stop 2
Vienna, Austria
St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Habsburg Palace, the Opera House — and then the Christmas markets. Vienna's Rathausplatz market is one of Europe's finest, offering local specialties, carols, and the warmth of Glühwein in the crisp December air.
Stop 3
Krems, Passau & Regensburg
Wind through the Wachau Valley to Krems, then into Germany via Passau — a city of tight medieval streets and a Christmas market tucked against St. Stephen's Cathedral. Regensburg, still walled and medieval, is the only German city untouched by WWII bombing.
Stop 4
Nuremberg, Germany
Your final port is one of Germany's oldest Christmas market cities. A thousand years of history surrounds you as you wander market stalls, taste spiced gingerbread, and warm your hands on a cup of Glühwein — the perfect close to an unforgettable journey.
The Ship
Avalon Panorama
The Avalon Panorama was the first river cruise ship in the world to feature two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling windows and an Open-Air Balcony. At 200 square feet, suites are 30% larger than the industry standard — and your Comfort Collection bed faces the view, so you wake each morning to a moving postcard.
On board: complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi, a well-stocked library, fitness center, and a Sky Deck with a whirlpool and Sky Bistro. All meals, beverages, and excursions are included. Pre-paid gratuities (a $200 value) are also covered as an exclusive group amenity.
Investment
Group Pricing
Confirm your stateroom by April 30, 2026 and save $500 per person. All prices are per person based on double occupancy and include taxes, port charges, meals, drinks, and excursions on board. Airfare, pre/post hotel stays, and travel insurance are additional.
$250 deposit per person to reserve (does not include travel insurance). Travel insurance available at $519 per person.
Your Advisor
Lura Albee
Extraordinary Travel · Independent Advisor
Lura has curated luxury and group travel experiences for over two decades. She handles every detail — from stateroom selection to on-the-ground logistics — and remains reachable throughout your journey, wherever you are in the world.
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