AVALON WATERWAYS
12 Days | Christmas Time from
Vienna to Wiesbaden
Eastbound (WVF)
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VIENNA TO WIESBADEN
Day 1 | Vienna, Austria. Embark. Welcome to ViennaIndulge in traditional holiday fare and hot libations to warm your heart and soul before boarding your Avalon Suite Ship®. (D)
Day 2 | Vienna. Royal Collections, Amusing Attractions, and Culinary Confections. You may join a Guided Optional Tour of Schönbrunn Palace—summer home of the Habsburg dynasty for 300 years. Spend free time on your own to enjoy the Christkindlesmarkt, or relax by the fire’s glow in a Viennese café this evening. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Tour of Vienna to see the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial family, — OR —
Discovery — Join a Guided Culinary Tour of Vienna’s magical Christmas Advent Markets to sample Sachertorte and Apfelstrudel.
Day 3 | Melk. Striking Frescoes and the Breathtaking Wachau Valley. This afternoon cruise to Grein, where this evening you will enjoy live entertainment on board. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings.
Day 4 | Passau, Germany. Saint Stephens, Salzburg, and the Story of Silent Night.Y ou may like to join a Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, Austria. See the setting of The Sound of Music, and learn the story behind the beloved Christmas hymn, Silent Night. (B,L,D)
Classic — Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”
Day 5 | Regensburg. Christmas Magic in Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle. Take time to browse Regensburg’s sparkling Christmas markets. Enjoy hot-mulled wine, candied almonds, gingerbread, or bratwurst. (B,L,D)
Classic — Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—entrance to the Castra Regina fortress built in 179 AD.
Discovery — Enjoy a Christmas Traditions Lecture on board while sailing this morning.
Discovery — Later, indulge in an onboard Beer Tasting to sample regional German brews.
Day 6 | Nuremberg. Living Heritage and History Lessons. Spend free time on your own to browse the spruce stalls of the Christmas Markets of Nuremberg. Sample favorite Bavarian fare—from dozens of bratwurst varieties, gingerbread, mulled blueberry wine, and countless other culinary delights of the Christkindlmarkt. (B,L,D)
Classic — Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, Gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, — OR — Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.
Day 7 | Nuremberg. Excursion to Munich. This morning disembark the vessel which has brought you to Nuremberg and drive to Munich. Take some free time today to stroll Munich's pedestrian and bike-friendly city to see the famous Glockenspiel, outdoor cafés, or a Bavarian Biergärten for authentic brews. Return to Nuremberg in the late afternoon and embark on the ship which will take you to Wiesbaden. (B,L,D)
Classic — Enjoy a Guided City Tour which will show you the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace—a former residence of Bavarian monarchs, along with the Old and New Town Halls of Marienplatz.
Day 8 | Nuremberg. Living Heritage and History Lessons. A day to relax and enjoy Nuremberg at your own pace. Stroll through the festively lit streets, buy those last-minute Christmas gifts, or ask your Cruise Director for suggestions of things to do. (B,L,D)
Day 9 | Bamberg. Cherished Christmas Customs and Cradle Scenes. Take free time to enjoy the quaint Christmas markets, and warm up with traditional German dumplings, sausage, and a glass of hearty Bavarian ale. (B,L,D)
Classic — Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bamberg—medieval home of Germany’s Roman Empire dynasties. Stroll through dozens of Bamberg’s nativity scenes—from miniature to life-size.
Discovery — Enjoy an onboard Christmas Traditions Lecture while sailing.
Day 10 | Wurzburg. Ornaments, Old Saint Nicholas, and Nutcrackers Sweet. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. Visit the Käthe Wohlfahrt German Christmas museum—the world’s most extensive collection of traditional German Christmas decorations. Spend free time enjoying the festive, warm glow of Wurzburg’s Christmas markets. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the “Pearl of the Romantic Road” with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residence.
Day 11 | Main River Village. Hidden Gifts and Holiday Delights in Beautiful Bavaria. (B,L,D)
Classic — Take a Guided Tour of a picturesque village along the Main River.
Discovery — Join a Cookie-Baking Demonstration on board your ship while sailing.
Day 12 | Wiesbaden. Disembark. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule you receive with your final documents.
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