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2026: Christmastime from Budapest to Basel (WBM) - Illumination
17 Days Budapest to Basel
Board your Avalon Suite Ship in Budapest, called the 'Pearl of the Danube.' Sail on your European river cruise to visit Vienna, picturesque Krems, and through beautiful views of the rich wine-growing region of Austria's Wachau Valley. Your Danube River cruise continues to Melk, where you'll see its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, with fantastic frescoes, statues, library, and ornate pipe organ. Your Germany river cruise continues with an excursion to Nuremberg. While sailing, you'll hear an onboard lecture about Christmas traditions in Europe and choose from two guided excursions-a classic sightseeing tour of Nuremberg, or a tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds of WWII notoriety. Continue your festive European vacation to enjoy Christmas in the Heart of Germany with a guided sightseeing tour of the glowing Christkindlesmarkt of Bamberg-complete with dozens of nativity scenes of every size. Wurzburg is the next stop on your Christmas cruise through Germany. Savor the sights, sounds, and confections of Wurzburg's warm Christmas markets before sailing to visit a picturesque Main River Village. You'll continue your scenic river cruise on the Rhine River to see the shining Christmas markets of Germany, France, and Switzerland. Enjoy Heidelberg's sparkling Christmas markets during your stay, before sailing for Strasbourg, France. City sightseeing includes Strasbourg's stained-glass, gothic cathedral, astronomical clock, and La Petite France district. On to Breisach and the Black Forest of Bavaria to experience generations of warm and festive Christmas traditions. Your Christmastime river cruise will conclude in Basel, Switzerland. With Christmas celebration and special traditions large and small, and panoramic views, you'll keep the visions of your scenic European river cruise in your memory for many Christmases to come.
Call (603) 995-4019 for more information or to book today! Mention code 18782690
- Cruise Line
- Avalon Waterways
- Duration
- 17 Days
- Cruise Ship
- Illumination
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| Day | Port | Arrive | Depart |
| Day 1 | Budapest | ||
| Day 2 | Vienna | ||
| Day 3 | Vienna | ||
| Day 4 | Krems | ||
| Day 5 | Passau | ||
| Day 6 | Regensburg | ||
| Day 7 | Nuremberg | ||
| Day 8 | Nuremberg | ||
| Day 9 | Nuremberg | ||
| Day 10 | Bamberg | ||
| Day 11 | Wurzburg | ||
| Day 12 | Miltenberg | ||
| Day 13 | Frankfurt | ||
| Day 14 | Speyer | ||
| Day 15 | Strasbourg | ||
| Day 16 | Breisach | ||
| Day 17 | Basel |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- US$ Price Details
Port charges:$528 are included.Avalon offers the opportunity for solo travelers to sail with no single supplement (subject to availability).Please call for single accommodation details and prices. Triples not available.Travel Terms & Conditions
The purchase of any travel services offered by Avalon Waterways, constitutes a contractual arrangement between you (the Traveler) and Avalon Waterways, and represents your acceptance of the Terms & Conditions. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand the Terms & Conditions prior to booking. These Terms & Conditions cover Deposit & Final Payment information, Air-Inclusive Deposits & Final Payment, Revisions & Revision Fees, Air Arrangements, Participation, Travelers Who Need Special Assistance, Young Travelers, Smoking, Price Policy, Visas and Passports, Hotels & Accommodations, Baggage Allowance, Travel Documents, Not Included in the Land Price, Refunds, Service Inquires After the Vacation, Holidays, Safety, Photos & Pictures, Optional Excursions, and Responsibility.
Important Notes- Vacation departures, itineraries and prices are subject to change.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is required for Avalon Waterways to reserve space for you. View Terms & Conditions for limited exceptions.
- The hotels and accommodations listed are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard. Hotels are confirmed approximately 30 days prior to departure and can be found in your travel documents, but are not guaranteed until check-in.
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Booking your Vacation with Air
Our volume buying power saves you money. We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from your gateway city. Avalon Waterways offers 2 air options: Flex Air and Instant Purchase Air. Early Airfare Price Guarantee locks in a price that is guaranteed not to increase. Air pricing and schedules are available approximately 330 days prior to last travel date in the itinerary. At that time the best air price will be utilized and a new invoice with the air cost and confirmed schedule will be sent. The identity of the carrier, which may include the carrier?s codeshare partner, will be assigned and disclosed at this time. If the guaranteed price is the lowest, the schedule with the lowest fare per contracted classes of service will be booked. Any voluntary change to the confirmed flights negates the guaranteed price and is subject to air pricing at the time of the change.
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'Starting at' Disclaimer
'Starting at' or 'From' price is per person (double occupancy) and includes cruise taxes and port charges, but does not include airfare to or from your vacation.
