Embrace Germany’s holiday season as it unfolds along the storied Main River. Call at Nuremberg and Frankfurt, where Christmas markets date to the Middle Ages. Explore the historic squares of Aschaffenburg and Bamberg, illuminated by festive light displays and lined with colorful stalls that offer crafts, mulled wine and local delicacies. In Miltenberg and Würzburg, yuletide traditions are celebrated amid half-timbered homes and baroque landmarks.
See some of the world’s most important ancient sites during a sojourn to Mediterranean shores. Discover the grand architecture of Seville, Tangier and Granada, see Palma’s storied beaches and visit bustling Barcelona. See the iconic treasures of historic Rome, stroll through glittering Monte Carlo and be captivated by Marseille’s beachside charm. Overnights in Lisbon, Barcelona, Florence and Athens will allow you to fully immerse yourself in local life.
Price Per Night: $428.43 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, Krems, Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley, Vienna, Budapest, Scenic Sailing: Danube Bend, Budapest
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.
Immerse yourself in the spirit of Christmas as you journey through storybook villages. Sample tasty yuletide treats and regional delicacies as you browse colorful stalls for handcrafted ornaments and unique gifts. Admire the twinkling lights of Cologne and revel in the merry atmosphere of the Rhine Valley, as storefront displays, wine cellars and markets embrace the holiday season. This eight-day voyage is a joyful celebration of festive cheer.
Price Per Night: $514.21 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Belgrade (Embark), Belgrade, Novi Sad, Batina, Ilok, Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Spitz, Grein, Engelhartszell, Passau, Vilshofen, Deggendorf, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Nuremberg (Disembark)
Price Per Night: $76.81 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Marseille (Provence) France, Valencia Spain, Lisbon (Cascais) Portugal, Funchal (Madeira Is.) Portugal, Salvador Brazil, Ilheus Brazil, Buzios Brazil, Rio De Janeiro Brazil
Price Per Night: $115.08 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Spain, Marseille (Provence) France, Genoa (Portofino) Italy, Civitavecchia (Rome) Italy, Messina (Taormina) Italy, La Valletta Malta, Barcelona, Spain
Price Per Night: $764.14 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Venice (Chioggia), Šibenik, Bari, Crotone, Sicily (Messina), Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Marseille, Sète, Barcelona
Journey through the Mediterranean, exploring the vibrant streets of Barcelona and enchanting canals of Venice. In Croatia, visit the remarkable old town of Šibenik. In France, discover Montpellier’s rich heritage and take in Marseille’s coastal charm, then experience Monte Carlo’s glamour. Stay overnight in Tuscany, immerse yourself in ancient Rome and sail along Italy’s boot, calling at Sicily’s Messina and the historic ports of Crotone and Bari.
Price Per Night: $598.00 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Arrive Vienna, Imperial Vienna and an evening at a palace, The Wachau Valley, A Taste of Vienna, Bratislava – the coronation city, Journey home
A six-day journey on the Danube visiting three countries and their capital cities, with scenic cruising through the Wachau Valley and two full days in Vienna
Price Per Night: $642.79 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Stockholm, Tallinn, Sail the Baltic Sea, Gdańsk, Bornholm (Rønne), Berlin (Warnemünde), Copenhagen, Ålborg, Oslo, Stavanger, Eidfjord, Bergen
Sail the Baltic and North seas on an inspiring voyage through Scandinavia. Delve deeper with overnight stays in the refined capital of Stockholm, culturally rich Oslo and picturesque Bergen. Discover historic Tallinn and the Gothic brick cathedrals of Gdansk. Immerse yourself in Norwegian culture in Stavanger and Eidfjord, and view breathtaking scenery from your ship as she glides through majestic fjords in the legendary homelands of the Vikings.