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14-night Europe cruise from Vienna, Austria on Spirit of the Danube

The Christmas and New Year on the Spirit of the Danube 2027 is a 14-night Europe cruise aboard Spirit of the Danube, operated by Saga River Cruises. Departing Vienna, Austria on December 20, 2027, the voyage visits 11 ports including Krems, Wachau Valley, Melk. CruiseCaptain has fare history for this sailing.

Length
14 nights
Departs
Dec 20, 2027
Returns
Jan 3, 2028
Ports of call
11
Days at sea
2

Voyage code DA543

Vienna, Austria

14 nights · Europe

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Why this route stands out

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Vienna, Austria

The Viennese have a special aura about them. They come across as a bit arrogant, but underneath it all they’re warm-hearted. You could say the same about the city itself. Once you’ve been there a few hours and settled in, you won’t want to leave again anytime soon. There are all those cafes to visit, where the traditional Viennese coffee-house culture is still very much alive and well. The city’s history, with its emperors, Elisabeth of Austria and the ostentatious Habsburgs, adds to its fascination. Then there’s the music of the First Viennese School – this city brought out the best in its composers, making its own special contribution to great masterpieces. What’s more, the Austrian capital also produces excellent cuisine. It’s no coincidence that the city’s famous Wiener schnitzel and Sachertorte became popular all around the world.

Krems

The 1,000-year-old city of Krems lies at the end of the Wachau valley. With its medieval buildings and the Steiner Tor – a city gate and popular landmark – it’s a lovely place for a leisurely stroll. Its historic monuments include the Bürgerspitalkirche, a church built in 1470 under Frederick III, Holy Roman Emperor. It has a high altar, which was created by Johann Bernhard Grabenberger between 1860 and 1882. Further sites of interest include the Kunsthalle Krems – a museum which focuses on contemporary art – and the Caricature Museum Krems. At the latter, regular special exhibitions as well as permanent exhibitions by the artists Manfred Deix and Gustav Peichl are sure to put a smile on your face.

Wachau Valley

Around 80 kilometres west of Vienna is the Wachau, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This valley is lined with steep slopes on which some of Europe’s best grape varieties grow. In the midst of all this, you’ll keep spotting castles, palaces and Romantic ruins on the hills, which bear witness to a distant past. With such an enchanted landscape, it’s not surprising that there are many legends about the Wachau, dealing with both mythical phenomena and real-life events, including the Napoleonic Wars. Authors such as Josef Wichner and Hans Plöckinger published collections of these legends – the ideal thing to read while you are visiting the area.

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Today’s fare, in context

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Cabin grades and pricing
Name Supplier code Type
Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony GS Balcony
Guarantee French Balcony GTFBC Balcony
Single Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony IS Balcony
Guarantee Standard Cabin GTSC Inside
Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony A Oceanview
Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony B Oceanview
Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony C Oceanview
Deluxe Cabin with French Balcony D Oceanview
Standard Outside Cabin E Oceanview
Standard Outside Cabin F Oceanview
Single Standard Outside Cabin KS Oceanview
Unassigned Single Balcony Cabin USDS Oceanview
Unassigned Standard Twin USDT Oceanview
Unassigned Twin Balcony Cabin UTBC Oceanview

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The journey

14 nights, in order

Vienna, Austria

Day 1 Dec 20, 2027

Vienna, Austria

The Viennese have a special aura about them. They come across as a bit arrogant, but underneath it all they’re warm-hearted. You could say the same about the city itself.

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The full itinerary

21 scheduled calls
  1. Port call Dec 26, 2027 Vilshofen 09:00 – 18:00 9.0 hrs ashore
  2. Port call Dec 30, 2027 Esztergom, Hungary 08:00 – 13:00 5.0 hrs ashore
  3. Port call Dec 30, 2027 Danube Bend, Hungary
  4. At sea Jan 1, 2028 At sea A relaxed day aboard between ports.

Your ship

Spirit of the Danube

We’re delighted to announce that cruises aboard our second river ship, Spirit of the Danube, are on sale now. Launching in 2022, she promises the same levels of comfort, service and value as her sister-ship Spirit of the Rhine. We're also using the latest engine technology to significantly reduce emissions, ensuring that our ship is one of the greenest on the rivers. This new ship will cruise down the Danube which flows through 10 countries and passes some of the most dramatic and varied scenery in Europe. Our collection showcases its finest sights and most famous cities along with some lesser-known gems too. With three or more excursions included on every seven-night itinerary – more on longer cruises – you’ll be able to see, learn or do something new every day. Like her sister-ship, Spirit of the Danube has been designed and built exclusively for our guests. Panoramic windows enhance the space, elegance and magnificent views from every public room, while a large sun deck complete with hot tub and separate terrace with alfresco barbecue offer further temptations outside. Light spacious cabins All cabins are elegantly styled and beautifully appointed, complete with en suite bathroom and walk-in shower. Cabins on the Main and Upper decks have private French balconies for fresh air and floor-to-ceiling views, while large picture windows in the Lower deck cabins provide natural light and ever-changing views.

5★ 190 Passengers
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