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Vienna, Austria

6 nights · Europe

6-night Europe cruise: Vienna, Austria to Nuremberg on Avalon Passion

The Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound) is a 6-night Europe cruise aboard Avalon Passion, operated by Avalon Waterways. Departing Vienna, Austria on December 14, 2026 and arriving in Nuremberg on December 20, 2026, the voyage visits 6 ports including Melk, Grein, Passau (Munich). Fares start from $5,325 per person.

Length
6 nights
Departs
Dec 14, 2026
Returns
Dec 20, 2026
Ports of call
6

Voyage code WVN

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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.

Melk

Melk has acquired a nice name: The gateway to the Wachau. Anyone approaching the historic city on the Danube will see Melk Abbey very early on, towering high above the river. This is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and is well worth a visit in all seasons. The impressive baroque ensemble has been looked after by the monks of the Benedictine order since 1089. Culture, faith and science come together in the splendid rooms of the monastery.

Passau (Munich)

Passau is known as a three-river city and is the first port on the Danube that is navigable by cruise ships. From here the big tours via Vienna, Bratislava and down to the Black Sea start. But the city itself also has a lot to offer, such as the opera house, the Ilz, a small river that is great for hiking, or St. Stephen's Cathedral and the old town hall. A visit to the Passau Glass Museum is particularly recommended, if you want to turn your back on the city, you can go to the Mariahilf pilgrimage church just outside.

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$5,325
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141 days
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CabinCurrentLowestHighest
Suite $5,325 $5,325 on Apr 10 $5,325 on Apr 10
Cabin grades
6 total
Deluxe StateroomOceanview · D
Deluxe StateroomOceanview · E
Panorama SuiteSuite · A
Panorama SuiteSuite · B
Panorama SuiteSuite · P
Royal SuiteSuite · S

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Panorama Suite

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$887 / night

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$901 / night

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Vienna, Austria

Day 1 Dec 14, 2026

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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We're so passionate about our Suite Ships, we christened this Suite Ship the Avalon Passion. Gracing Europe's waterways with style and relaxed luxury as only Avalon can deliver, the Avalon Passion lives up to its name. Avalon guests experience this passion for new discoveries aboard this home-away-from-home to find two full decks of Panorama Suites, featuring wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that create river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. Spanning 200 square feet, the Passion's Panorama Suites are 30% larger than the industry standard. It's the perfect place to stretch out on your window-facing Comfort Collection bed with the world at your feet. Host a private cocktail party in the spacious sitting area-comfortably accommodating six guests. On board, passengers enjoy complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, complimentary computer use in public areas, a Fitness Center with state-of-the-art equipment, an elevator, and an expansive Sky Deck with shade system, premium lounge chairs, whirlpool, deck games, and the delightful Sky Bistro for al fresco lunches of light grill fare. Pack your own passions and cruise your way on the Avalon Passion.

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