Christmas atmosphere along the Danube river cruise package includes:
– 4 night luxury river cruise aboard Riverside Mozart from Vienna T\to Passau
– All onboard meals in all restaurants and bars and dinner at the Bistro
– Cakes, waffles & ice cream
– Premium beverage package including premium wines, cocktails, spirits and French Champagne as well as water, coffee, tea, fresh juices and soft drinks
– 24 hour in suite dining
– Minibar
– Butler service in all suites
– Pre-selected shore excursions for each port
– Gratuities for shore guides and bus drivers
– Complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi onboard (speeds may vary)
– Port, service charges and VAT
– Complimentary Transfers^ – on embarkation day only between specific airport Vienna (VIE) and ship only
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PRICING:
The fares shown here are Premium All Inclusive Including Excursion, that include an early booking discount and a launch offer discount – book by 31May24. Other fare types are available and there may be special offers so please contact us for the current best deal. All rates are in EUR.
Solo Travellers – Please contact us for pricing and availability.
Special Conditions
Special Validity Dates
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
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| 24 Nov 2024 | Vienna, Austria |
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| 25 Nov 2024 | Krems, Austria |
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| 26 Nov 2024 | Linz, Austria |
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| 27 Nov 2024 | Passau, Germany |
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| 28 Nov 2024 | Passau, Germany |
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
When the first lights illuminate the cities and the scent of Christmas cookies fills the air, there is hardly anything better than looking for presents at the Christmas markets of Vienna, Linz or Passau or drinking mulled wine with friends. Immerse yourself in the pre-Christmas season and enjoy atmospheric moments on your ship and the wonderful ports you visit.
VIENNA, AUSTRIA
This is the city of classical music. It’s Mozart and Strauss. It’s street art on a sandy beach and fun in the countryside. It’s bohemia and bourgeoisie and the finest baroque. And of course Art Nouveau. It’s bad-tempered waiters in great coffee houses. It’s Sigmund Freud and Gustav Klimt and Adolf Loos and Friedensreich Hundertwasser and Sisi and many others. It is the Spanish Riding School, an event for horse lovers. And of course it is the city of Schmah (jokes anyone?) and scandals, on which the Viennese feast like cows on fresh grass on the alpine pasture. Last but not least: Vienna is the city on the Danube. Although it was not always so. The Viennese Danube river front is an artificial structure which was only created in the 19th century. Before that, the Danube flowed past Vienna in many arms through floodplains and uninhabited areas. Today, the Riverside can also dock right in front of the city. And then it starts. Marvel, wonder and rejoice. Vienna is a dream.
KREMS, AUSTRIA
In order to understand Krems and, above all, to admire it, one must look at its history: The city was a trading center in ancient times. It’s well-known weekly markets sold cloth, wool, skins, wrought iron, copper, tin, swords, millstones, poppies, pepper, saffron, nuts as well as spices. Above all, salt was also sold from here as far as Burgenland and Bohemia. In the tobacco factory in Krems, 75,000 Virginia cigars were still being produced annually in 1920. The town is considered one of the most ornate in Austria, and one of its special places is the Kornermarkt. Parts of the tobacco factory are now used for the university and the charming Kunsthalle, featuring modern and contemporary Austrian art.
LINZ, AUSTRIA
Linz? Often, the only things that come to mind are “Linzer Torte” and Mozart’s Linz Symphony. The city is truly underestimated, with its baroque main square and magnificent old town. Do you love a good market? Then Linz is your town, boasting eleven farmers markets and two Christmas Markets. One, the “Urfahraner Market” takes place in both the Spring and Fall. Shopping anyone?
PASSAU, GERMANY
Passau is first and foremost a university town. That is why it is young, vibrant and full of life. Then there are the three rivers, the Danube, Inn and Ilz, which flow together in the city and give it a special character. Speaking of character, Passau has quite the amount of character thanks to the prevalence of Baroque and Gothic architecture including many beautiful churches and cathedrals as well as the Veste Oberhaus, a fortress since the Middle Ages.
A river cruise aboard the Riverside Mozart means luxury, local culture and loving life. No sense is left untouched. Dine in one of the first-class restaurants. Decompress in the spa with sauna and massage. Discover another world on an excursion. Or simply delight in an Earl Grey or a Taittinger on the Vista Deck as you sail serenely through the landscape of the Wachau Valley. It’s one big treat for the senses.
Time ticks differently on the Riverside Mozart, as does the ship itself. It sets the standard for true luxury on the river. Enjoy suites instead of staterooms, the smallest alone measuring 215 square feet (20 sqm), while the Owner Suites deliver an expansive 883 square feet (82 sqm). No other river cruise ship on the Danube offers so much space combined, with a suite to crew ratio of 1:1. The service on board is exceptional, catering to standards enjoyed in luxury hotels the world over. When it comes to styling, different tastes can certainly divide opinion – but this ship is without a doubt uncompromisingly beautiful.
Ship Profile & Stats
- Length: 120.44 metres
- Passenger Capacity (dbl): 158
- Ship Registration: Switzerland
A river cruise touches the senses. It combines space and time to create a contemplative experience. Sitting on the upper deck in an intimate atmosphere, watching unspoiled, beautiful scenery pass by – these are moments you will never forget.
Marvel at the engineering prowess of the locks. Immerse yourself in the culture of Europe’s most beautiful cities. Enjoy the culinary specialties of the regions the ship passes through. And you only have to pack your suitcase once. Yes, a river cruise in Europe with Riverside Luxury Cruises also means setting out to find yourself.
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“Nomen est Omen”: the river is always in sight. Our Riverside Suites (219 square feet / 20 square meters) offer a French balcony and a flat-screen HD TV to relax to in addition to the sound of the river. Sleep together or separately, as the bed can be configured as a king or two twins. The choice is yours. Maybe depending on the night.
“Nomen est Omen”: the river is always in sight. Our Symphony Suites (204 square feet / 19 square meters) offer a French balcony and a flat-screen HD TV to relax to in addition to the sound of the river. Sleep together or separately, as the bed can be configured as a king or two twins. The choice is yours. Maybe depending on the night.
In the end, it’s all about one thing: feeling comfortable in your own space. These suites on the lower deck measure 219 square feet / 20 square meters, have fixed windows and are downright cozy. Watch your favorite movie, read or write in your journal – whatever helps you to relax and recharge – you will find complete harmony on your river cruise vacation.
The great composer created a feeling of space with sound. Guests can enjoy spaciousness in the suite carrying his name. It offers over 645 square feet / 60 square meters – and the same services as the Owner’s Suite. Masterful details include a French balcony, marble-framed fireplace and mini-bar. Black-and-white photographs and small sculptures lend an artful feeling to every room. The king-size bed looks upon the mighty Danube. Waking up to this view is simply wonderful.
Seahorses enjoy the peace and quiet and like to retreat. And guests can do just that in our Penthouse Suites on the Seahorse Deck. They are exceptionally comfortable at 323 square feet / 30 square meters and allow for three people to travel together. Like the Mozart and Owner’s Suites, they have larger bathrooms.
A dream that spans 860 square feet / 80 square meters – the Mozart Suite combines with the Riverside Suite to form the Owner’s Suite. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a stylish living room. Sit by the fireplace and read a book. Dine privately with your family. Work a bit at the desk before you go out and play. This is a space that lets you go from casual to haute couture with little effort. Watch television as we wash, iron and make your clothes worthy of a night with a queen.
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