Danube

Danube Christmas Markets

Name: Danube Christmas Markets
Brand: Scenic
Price: 5393 USD
Availability: InStock

From the foothills of the German Alps to the Hungarian capital of Budapest, cruise the length of Europe’s most famous river, exploring cities and towns at their festive best. Soak in the magic of Christmas as you see traditions transform from town to town, from the fragrant aroma of gluhwein and roasted chestnuts to bustling markets bursting with festive excitement.

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7 departures

Scenic Crystal · 2027

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Voyage Overview

Destinations

Danube

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Before the cruise

Day-by-day stops

Soak up the festive atmosphere in Europe during visits to the Christmas markets along the Danube River
5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests
Your choice of spacious Standard Suite, or a Balcony Suite with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
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Discover Saint Florian Monastery, a masterpiece of baroque architecture Personalise your trip with a choice of 17 included Scenic Freechoice activities

Ship

Scenic Opal

Scenic

A 5-star Scenic Space-Ship purpose-built for European river cruising — 135 metres, 4 decks, 163 guests across all-suite, virtually all-balcony accommodation. Sister vessels of Diamond / Sapphire / Crystal share the same hull, interior and inclusion package, differing only in deck-plan tweaks year-on-year.

Passengers163

Built2019

Decks4

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Booking & Cancellation Policies

Children Policy

River cruises: minimum age 12 (younger guests considered case-by-case). Scenic Eclipse expedition voyages: minimum age 8 (12 for Antarctic and remote polar regions). All guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Third Person Policy

Selected suite categories accommodate a third guest (sofa-bed configuration in Owner's Penthouse on Eclipse). Third guest fare is typically 50% of the per-person twin-share rate. Subject to availability. Child discount: 50%

Cancellation Policy

150+ days before departure: 3000 USD penalty 121–149 days before departure: 50% penalty 0–120 days before departure: 100% penalty Loss of Booking Deposit of USD 1,000 and remaining Booking Deposit granted as FutureTravel Credit. Name change fee: $250 USD

Gratuities

All gratuities for the ship's crew, expedition team and shore-side guides are included in your fare. Additional tipping is entirely at your discretion and never expected. Spa, salon and other personal services are not all-inclusive — discretionary tipping applies if desired.

Insurance Requirements

Travel insurance is strongly recommended for all voyages. Mandatory for Scenic Eclipse polar / expedition voyages — must include trip cancellation, medical evacuation (USD 100,000 minimum), repatriation and pre-existing condition coverage. Proof of insurance required prior to embarkation.

Your booking is made with Gvoya — the terms shown above are the Gvoya platform terms applied to this voyage. Full details: Booking Terms·Cancellation Policy