Danube Holiday Markets - 8 Days
PAY-IN-FULL at time of booking on or before February 28, 2010 to SAVE NZ$1,500 per couple (NZ$750 per person) off cruise rates on suites or category 1 and 2 staterooms. SAVE NZ$1,000 per couple (NZ$500 per person) on category 3, 4, and 5 staterooms.
OR
BOOK and DEPOSIT on or before March 31, 2010 to SAVE NZ$500 per couple (NZ$250 per person) off cruise rates.
Experience timeless traditions and elegant pageantry along the enchanting Danube
Four countries - Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany - await your arrival for one unique, festive party after another. From the large Christmas Markets of Vienna to the more intimate Christmas Markets of Bratislava, Passau, and Salzburg — each combines timeless traditions with elegant pageantry.
Discover the Baroque splendor of the Habsburg Empire with visits to Göttweig, Salzburg, Passau, Vienna, Bratislava, and Linz on this enchanting holiday extravaganza along the Danube. Uncover the heart and soul of Slovakia as you tour Bratislava and enjoy its Christmas Market. Participate in a gingerbread-baking demonstration in Passau. Enjoy a festive classical concert in a famous Viennese concert hall, an evening of onboard Christmas caroling, and an insightful lecture on the history of Christmas music.
Cherish all the glory and magic of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Danube during this festive time of the year.
Who will enjoy this cruise: Music aficionados will rejoice in the “sounds of the season” from a classical concert in Vienna to a traditional onboard Christmas caroling evening to an exclusive organ recital at Göttweig Abbey. Everyone will delight in discovering the unique gifts and collectables found in Christmas Markets along the way.
Budapest to Passau
- Day 1 - Budapest (embark)
- Day 3 - Bratislava
- Day 4 - Vienna
- Day 5 - Krems, cruising the scenic Wachau Valley
- Day 6 - Linz (Salzburg)
- Day 7 - Passau
- Day 8 - Passau (disembark), transfer to Munich Airport
Departure Dates:
November 29, December 13
Passau to Budapest
- Day 1 - Arrive at Munich airport, transfer to Passau (embark)
- Day 2 - Passau
- Day 3 - Linz (Salzburg)
- Day 4 - Cruising the scenic Wachau Valley, Krems
- Day 5 - Vienna
- Day 6 - Bratislava
- Day 7 - Budapest
- Day 8 - Budapest (disembark), transfer to the airport
Departure Dates:
December 6, 20
Note: Christmas markets are generally open from the beginning of Advent until December 23. Uniworld reserves the right to substitute appropriate sights and excursions in keeping with the celebrations of the season.
| Departure Dates | Price Per Person Twin Share | Single Supplement Option† |
| 29 Nov | NZ$3,225 | NZ$1,599 |
| 06 Dec* | NZ$3,225 | NZ$1,599 |
| 13 Dec | NZ$3,075 | NZ$1,599 |
| 20 Dec* | NZ$3,075 | NZ$1,599 |
* On these dates cruise operates from Passau to Budapest. Port Charges additional - NZ$159. - Prices shown above include cruise in Cat. 5, Moselle Deck.
† Single supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing below, suite upgrade for singles price on application.
- Airfare is not included in these prices. All cruise information and pricing is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking. Please contact your local travel agent for the latest deals.
Note: Christmas markets are generally open from the beginning of Advent until December 23. Uniworld reserves the right to substitute appropriate sights and excursions in keeping with the celebrations of the season.
To upgrade to a higher category, add the following per-person Twin Share price:
| Category 4 | NZ$275 |
| Category 3 | NZ$750 |
| Category 2 | NZ$1,075 |
| Category 1 | NZ$1,399 |
| Suite | NZ$2,250 |
| Owner's Suite | NZ$4,850 |
Package Includes:
- 7-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the majestic River Beatrice
- All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
- Complimentary fine wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner; bottled water in your stateroom; and 24-hour specialty coffees and teas
- 7 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides
- State-of-the-art Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions
- Captain’s Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- Captivating onboard local entertainment
- Signature lecture: "The Sound of Christmas Music"
- An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, all English-speaking staff
- All transfers on arrival and departure days
