Prague, Budapest & Danube Christmas Markets RIVER CRUISES & small ship
9 DAYS FROM $3495* pp dbl

 

Highlights & EXCURSIONS 2 Nights Hotel - Prague • 5 Night Cruise - MS Riviera Radiance • Prague City Tour with Prague Castle • Prague Christmas Market • Brno, Czechia Christmas Market • Bratislava Walking Tour & Christmas Market • Budapest City Tour & Christmas Market • Vienna City Tour & Christmas Market • Extended Port Docking in Budapest, Vienna & Bratislava • String Quartet Recital Onboard • Christmas Bread-making (stollen) Demonstration Onboard INCLUDES 2 Nights Hotel - Prague, 5 Night Cruise - Outside Cabin aboard the MS Riviera Radiance, 16 Meals (7-B, 4-L, 5-D), Superior Drinks Package - During lunch includes Wine (4), Beer, Soft Drinks, Mineral Water, Coffee & Tea, From 6 pm to midnight - Above Drinks included plus House Spirits, cocktail of the day, Port/Brandy & a special wine at dinner, Wi-Fi Onboard, PWD Tour Manager & Ship Staff, Welcome & Farewell Dinners, Int’l Air Taxes/Fuel/Port Charges, Baggage Handling at Ship, Roundtrip Ship Transfers TOUR ACTIVITY LEVEL EASY 1 2 3 4 ACTIVE CITIES & PORTS Day 1&2 - Depart US - Overnight Flight to Europe, Arrive PRAGUE - Hotel overnight in PRAGUE Meet PWD Representative or Tour Director - Hotel Transfer, Arrive Prague hotel for a 2-Night stay - Evening at leisure Overnight: Hilton Old Town, Prague DAY 3: prague city tour Morning - Prague City Tour including a visit to the Prague Castle. Afternoon - Prague Christmas Markets & Leisure time (B) Overnight: Hilton Old Town, Prague DAY 4: Prague - Brno - Budapest - Board ship Morning - Motorcoach south to Brno - Visit the Brno Christmas Market. Continue to Budapest - Board the MS Riviera Radiance for 5 Night Cruise. Welcome Dinner Onboard - Ship docked overnight in Budapest (B,D) Overnight: Riviera Radiance DAY 5: BUDAPEST Morning - Budapest City Tour. Afternoon - Cruising through the Danube Bend (B,L & D) Overnight: Riviera Radiance DAY 6: Bratislava Morning - Bratislava City Tour & visit Bratislava Christmas Markets. Afternoon - Time at leisure in Bratislava (B,L & D) Overnight: Riviera Radiance Day 7 - VIENNA Morning - Vienna City Tour & visit Vienna Christmas Markets. Afternoon - Time at leisure in Vienna. Evening - Farewell Dinner - String Quartet Recital Onboard - Ship departs (B,L & D) Overnight: Riviera Radiance Day 8 - BUDAPEST Morning - Danube Cruising - Christmas Bread Making Demo Onboard. Afternoon - Arrive Budapest - Free time to visit Budapest Christmas Markets. Farewell Drink before Dinner - Ship docked overnight in Budapest (B,L & D) Overnight: Riviera Radiance Day 9 - BUDAPEST - flights home Transfer to the Budapest Airport for your flight home (B) PRAGUE, czechia Spend 2 nights in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic and a city rich in history, stunning architecture and vibrant culture, often referred to as the “city of a hundred spires.” Enjoy a Prague City Tour and visit the Prague Castle, a castle complex dating from the 9th century. The castle has been a seat of power for Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors, and Presidents of Czechoslovakia. Also see St. Vitus Cathedral, the Royal Palace, St. George Basilica and the Golden Lane. Continue across the Vltava River via the famous and historic Charles Bridge, which dates back to 1357. Visit the Old Town Square to see the medieval Astronomical Clock installed in 1410.Prague features one of Europe’s best Christmas Markets. BRNO, czechia Located at the confluence of the Svitava and Svratka Rivers, Brno is the second-largest city in the Czech Republic after Prague, and one of the 100 largest cities in the European Union. The Brno Christmas Market is a vibrant celebration of Czech traditions, offering a unique blend of cultural experiences and festive shopping. BUDAPEST, Hungary Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. The city straddles both banks of the Danube linked by seven bridges including the famous Chain and Elizabeth Bridges. An included sightseeing tour presents you with a fantastic opportunity to become acquainted with Hungary’s beautiful capital. Enjoy a photo stop at Gellert Hill, see historic Buda Castle, 500-year-old Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion and the marvelous Royal Palace. BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA Enjoy a Bratislava City Tour and walk through the city, see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. Traverse through the restored old town, from Michael’s Gate, and admire other impressive sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral, former coronation cathedral for Hungarian Kings. Bratislava is a little jewel along the Danube with a wonderful Christmas Market. VIENNA, Austria Enjoy an included Vienna City Tour. For over 600 years, the magnificent baroque capital city of Vienna was the seat of the mighty Hapsburg Emperors, a heritage that has bestowed it with many dazzling palaces and monuments: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House and the majestic Ringstrasse. The capital is also known as the “City of Music” for having once been the home of composers such as Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart and Johann Strauss. Maybe visit the Schoenbrunn Palace on your own. European Christmas Markets Enjoy this magical time of year as Europe’s countries hold steadfastly onto Old World holiday tradition and transform into fairy-tale Christmas settings. The sights and sensations of the holiday season are everywhere with the tastes of chocolate covered Lebkuchen (gingerbread), sizzling grilled sausages and spiced hot “Gluhwein” (mulled wine). Shop for ornaments, crafts, candles, nutcrackers, winter hats, roasted nuts and other traditional items. “Stollen” is a traditional German Christmas bread including sweet dough, nuts and spices topped with powdered sugar. Celebrate the magic of the holidays on the Prague, Budapest & Danube Christmas Markets journey. Begin with a two-night stay in enchanting Prague, featuring a city tour with Prague Castle and time to explore its festive Christmas Market. Then embark on a 5-night Danube River cruise aboard the MS Riviera Radiance, visiting charming holiday markets in Brno, Bratislava, Vienna, and Budapest** while enjoying guided city tours along the way. With extended time in port, onboard highlights like a string quartet recital and a traditional stollen bread-making demonstration, this festive cruise blends European culture, history, and seasonal traditions into an unforgettable holiday experience.
Prague, Budapest & Danube Christmas Markets
Booking Discounts Savings* UP TO $400 per couple/$200 per person
2026 Departure Dates

December 4

Category E

Lower

Deck

$3495

Category D

Lower

Deck

$3795

Category C

Middle

Deck

$4295

Category B

Middle

Deck

$4595

Category A

Upper

Deck

$4895

Suite

Suite

Superior

Suite

Grand

Suite

$5395 $5995
Single Room Supplement + Cat E & D – Lower Deck single supplement +$1500 • Cat C & B - Middle Deck single supplement +$1900 • Cat A - Upper Deck single supplement +$$2100 • Superior Suite – Middle/Upper Deck single supplement +$2900 No Triple **Rates are Land only, per person double * Booking Discount Details - Make your Final Payment by check & receive $400 per couple/$200 per person savings on Air Inclusive Bookings. Land Only/Own Air Bookings receive $200 per couple/$100 per person savings.  Call for Roundtrip Air Package Rates and details
ACCOMMODATIONS 1 Night Hotel - Frankfurt • 6 Nights - MS Riviera Radiance (B - Breakfast • L - Lunch • D - Dinner Onboard w/ Regional Wines 
/ S - Snacks Onboard afternoon and/or evening)

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MS RIVIERA RADIANCE
The Ship - MS RIVIERA RADIANCE Cruise the Danube River on the newly built (2025), beautifully crafted MS Riviera Radiance, a luxurious boutique hotel and the perfect place to unwind between onshore adventures. This state-of-the-art ship provides a first-class experience to each and every guest with cabins and amenities on four decks. Whether you are getting some fresh air on the Sun Deck, enjoying a drink with your fellow travellers in the lounge or curling up for a good night’s sleep in your spacious and well-furnished cabin, everything has been meticulously designed for your comfort. The Sun Deck has a small pool, lounge chairs and great scenery. The Upper Deck features the Panorama bar/lounge & a specialty restaurant while the Main Restaurant is on the Middle Deck. The fitness center & spa are located on the Lower Deck. The ship has a small elevator that travels between the Upper, Middle & Lower Decks. The beauty of river cruising is that the most interesting destinations come to you. All Meals & Drinks package* Included Onboard Get ready for the day’s adventure with a buffet breakfast in the main dining room with hot and cold options. Onboard MS Riviera Radiance you have three dining options for lunch and dinner on most days. The main restaurant offers a buffet lunch and a four-course à la carte dinner. The Riverview Kitchen, available at no extra charge, takes its inspiration from a traditional grill restaurant and the Mosaic Restaurant where each course features a number of elements inspired by the rivers of Europe, paired with the perfect wine and selected by our sommelier. *The Superior Drinks Package includes four Wines, Beer, Soft Drinks, Mineral Water, Coffee and Tea during lunch. From 6 pm to midnight, the above Drinks are included plus House Spirits, cocktail of the day, Port/Brandy & a special recommended wine with dinner. Comfortable Staterooms & SUITES After boarding, unpack only once. All staterooms offer river views and are bright & modern, and give you a little space of your own with the amenities and pleasant touches of a hotel. Staterooms are on three Decks - Upper, Middle & Lower. The 12 Suites are on both the Middle (4-SS) & Upper Decks (4-GS & 4-SS). Staterooms & Suites feature TV, phone, private bathroom with shower, Nespresso machine, safe, mini-fridge, climate control, European Type C plugs & Wi-Fi.
Diamond / ruby Deck - Suite 284 sq ft
S G

The 8  - Superior Suites are located on both the Upper & Middle Decks and feature a French Balcony.  The 4 - Grand Suites are on the Upper Deck & feature a Private Balcony.  Both Suite styles include a seating area with a sofa, chair and table as well as a desk and double wardrobe. The Suites also include climate control, hair dryer, safe, TV, phone & Nespresso machine. The hotel-style bed can be configured as a double or twin, and the Suites also feature a rain shower. Suites have UK Type G plug sockets so bring the relevant 3 pin adapter.

Emerald Deck - CAT E/D • ruby deck - C 172 sq ft
E D

Staterooms feature 2 twin beds that can be separated or put together, TV, private bath with shower, hair dryer, closet, phone, desk, chair, safe, climate control & Nespresso machine. Category A, B & C feature French-style Balconies on the Upper & Middle Decks with 172 square feet.  Categories D & E have a small fixed window & are on the Lower Deck with 172 square feet. Staterooms have UK Type G plug sockets so bring the relevant 3 pin adapter.

ruby Deck - B diamond Deck - A 172 sq ft
B A C

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The Decks - MS Riviera RADIANCE
Open Air Sun Deck (not shown)  - Small Pool . Lounge Chairs

Upper Deck  - Specialty Restaurant . Lounge . Category A . Superior Suites . Grand Suites

Middle Deck  - Reception . Main Restaurant . Category C & B . Superior Suites

Lower Deck  - Spa . Fitness Center . Specialty Restaurant . Category E & D

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