Fill your festive cheer with candles, carols, snowflakes and stollen as you wander past heaving market stalls and pay tribute to old-world traditions, local craftsmanship and mesmerizing city backdrops. You'll discover the charms of Austria, Germany and Switzerland during this winter adventure.

Discover grand cities, medieval towns and quaint villages along the “Blue Danube,” highlighting three countries: Hungary, Austria and Germany. Stroll among the stalls at Budapest’s Christmas market and immerse yourself in the cheerful atmosphere of Vienna as you shop for handmade decorations. Visit the fairy-tale village of Regensburg, one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, and delight in the city’s joyful festivities.

10 Days, featuring: Budapest (Disembarkation)

Experience the soothing waters of a traditional thermal bath in Budapest, learn to waltz at a Viennese dance school and sample Austro-Hungarian cuisine. Cruise through spectacular scenery and admire the Wachau Valley’s vineyard-laden hillsides. Gain rare insight into daily monastic life during an exclusive visit to Göttweig Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore lesser-known Central European cities like Bratislava and Passau.

7 Days, featuring: Bratislava, Slovakia

Pass through Europe’s most enchanting countries, stopping to explore cultural capitals and fairy-tale villages. Savor Austro-Hungarian cuisine, admire the Wachau Valley’s beauty and explore Central European cities. Take part in European holiday traditions and experience the region’s renowned Christmas markets. Breathe in the scents of traditional fare and admire the handiwork of local artisans—perfect for bringing home to your family and friends.

Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and ponder Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.

10 Days, featuring: Ybbs. Excursion To Melk–wachau Valley

20 Days, featuring: Linz, Austria

Mix medieval castles with underground absinthe bars on this eight-day adventure through Central Europe. Hike to the sandstone pinnacles of Bastei, see some of the best landmarks on an orientation walk through Prague and visit a Czech brewery, where you can sample a pilsner in its homeland. Take in Europe’s scenic countryside as you travel by train, explore the lively boutiques and cafes in Bratislava and immerse yourself in the bohemian vibes of the Czech Republic. With plenty of free time at each stop and a trip leader who has the best local knowledge and recommendations, you won’t be short of stories after this trip.

7 Days, featuring: Passau

This stylish hotel in the heart of Vienna is perfect for those with a passion for life's beautiful things.

15 Days, featuring: Passau

Our engaging guides hail from these cities and will delight you with their knowledge and keen cultural insights. Enhanced by chauffeured transfers and our signature "to-the-train" luggage service, this privately guided journey features a choice of included sightseeing excursions so you can tailor this trip to your own interests.