Enjoy the festivities with the women of Olivia.
NEW ITINERARY & NEW SHIP
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 for 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 wintry landscape of the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk. Here, you’ll tour the magnificent 11th century Benedictine Abbey—one of Europe’s largest monasteries—where monks still stroll within the sacred walls. Arrive in 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), Glühwein (mulled wine), and unique decorations and ornaments. A unique holiday river cruise vacation which offers the chance to savor the views, smells, and tastes of centuries-old Christmas markets and explore historical medieval sites…a fantastic way to celebrate the holiday season!
Vienna • Melk • Grein • Passau • Regensburg • Nuremberg
Avalon Waterways Awards & Accolades
Voted Best in European River
—Cruise Critic
Voted Best River Cruise Line Shore Excursions
—Cruise Critic
Voted Best River Cruise Line Cabins
—Cruise Critic
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Included sightseeing tours in Vienna, Melk, Grin, Passau, Regensburg and Nuremberg
- Accommodations for 1 Night in Vienna and 6 nights on board the Avalon View
- Comfort Collection beds with Egyptian super-combed cotton linens
- All meals while on board, with local cuisine option each evening
- Wines from Europe’s most famous wine regions, beer or soft drinks with lunches and dinners, and complimentary sparkling wine with breakfast
- Daily Happy Hour with a selection of complimentary spirits (premium spirits additional cost)
- Coffee, tea, juices during all meals
- Premium coffees, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, and teas throughout the day
- Cookies and fresh fruit available throughout the day
- Complimentary filtered water replenished in reusable glass containers rooms daily
- Complimentary wifi on board
- Complimentary bicycles available for time on shore
- Complimentary Nordic walking sticks
- Gratuities to ship's staff (if you wish to tip more, this is up to you)
- Gratuities to your tour guide and bus driver (if you wish to tip more, this is up to you)
- Olivia’s signature entertainment and programming
- Local entertainment, commentaries while cruising and historic talk by local expert
- Team Olivia assistance throughout
Our Travel Consultants can be reached at USA or Canada: 800.631.6277 or International 415.962.5700, option 1.
Payment Plans Available
Olivia is happy to offer a 6-month interest free payment plan (20% deposit and 5 installments) and accepts VISA, MasterCard and Discover.
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Olivia is also happy to offer low monthly payments when you finance through Uplift.
