• Experience an exclusive private concert at the Kursalon music hall in Vienna
• Enjoy a guided tour of the Palais Liechtenstein in Vienna
• Attend the morning rehearsals of the regal Lipizzaner horses and their riders at the Spanish Riding School
• Explore the Christmas market of Budapest

• Enjoy complimentary use of onboard high-end bicycles & helmets
• Use our suggested route maps, or your onboard staff can add alternatives
• Bring along water in a collectible Vantage bottle from your stateroom
• For biking please bring firm-soled shoes, lightweight layers in moisture-wicking fabrics, a windbreaker, and pants made of breathable fabric (or padded cycling pants). Hats and gloves are suggested for chilly months

• Participate in cooking demonstrations of regional specialties such as apple strudel and gingerbread
• Experience the culinary treats of Regensburg and several other enchanting cities
• Taste Glühwein and other regional treats during visits to several Christmas markets
• Enjoy several festive dinners aboard your ship

Make the memories of a lifetime on this cruise with your friends and family. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Stay together! Accommodate a third guest in the spacious Owner’s Suite with a sofa bed and deluxe mattress topper; or reserve a Deluxe Suite, which comes with the option of adding a rollaway bed
• Celebrating a birthday? Anniversary? Getting married? Other milestones? Have our Concierge arrange an onboard celebration!
• Have your Concierge book special activities for your family and friends, too, including concerts or theater shows, limo rental, restaurant reservations, and more

Europe offers a resplendent holiday experience. From unique Christmas markets to the town squares decked out in glittery lights, you’ll experience the holidays like you never have before on this journey. Here are a few seasonal highlights:

• Hear a lecture on Austria’s Christmas traditions
• Visit Christmas markets in Budapest and Vienna
• Learn how to make gingerbread
• Decorate Christmas tree aboard ship

• Be the guest at a private classical music concert at Vienna’s Kursalon Music Hall
• Enjoy festive holiday entertainment on board ship
• Enjoy an organ recital at the Franciscan Church while exploring Bratislava

You’ll want to have your camera ready at all times to capture the highlights of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary on this epic cruisetour. Here are a few tips to help you along the way:

• Don’t be afraid of the dark! Exploring cities and landmarks at night offers different lighting and unique new perspectives — just make sure you have a tripod or your camera comes equipped with a night feature!
• Change your perspective. Try shooting from a different angle and enjoy the adventure. For example, climb a stairwell and shoot a landscape from up high or, alternately, get low and shoot a scene from the ground. Wherever you are, embrace this artistic challenge by getting out of your comfort zone!
• Take a selfie! You’ll be glad to have a few portraits of yourself at the distinctive landmarks you’ll find on this journey
• Look beyond landmarks — sometimes everyday scenes are just as inspiring, and are a lesson in embracing the unexpected and seizing the moment in front of you

• Hear an organ recital at a local church in Bratislava
• Admire the Franciscan Church while visiting Bratislava, the oldest existing religious building in the city’s historic Old Town

• Discover Linz, a city with a rich history as a trade hub along the Danube
• Explore Regensburg, a city that was largely untouched by bombing in World War II and whose history stretches back to Roman times
• See the impressive Buda Castle in Budapest
• Explore the historic center of Salzburg, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the birthplace of Mozart, and the setting for The Sound of Music!
• Relish the culture and heritage of Old Town of Regensburg with Stadtamhof, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Your solo-friendly voyage has been enhanced with special features catering to independent travelers, including:

• Complimentary biking options — take a spin alongside your Concierge, who will lead small-group bike rides, or explore independently with our complimentary locks, helmets, and biking maps
• A lively social media night and musical performances most nights
• Solo-friendly social activities, including a Solo Connection mixer
• Onboard entertainment, lectures, and cooking demonstrations

Customize your Danube holiday cruise with these top Concierge suggestions:

• Budapest thermal spa visit
• Restaurant reservations in Budapest
• Electric boat rental in Vienna
• Tickets to the Vienna Zoo (Tiergarten Schönbrunn)