Taking in 3 countries: The Danube and its traditions (port-to-port cruise)

4 nights from £911pp departing Wednesday 10th Dec 2025

Join us for a cruise in the heart of the major capitals along the Danube and discover the most enchanting Christmas markets in Europe. Stroll through beautiful squares and enchanting Christmas markets in Vienna, enjoying the scents of mulled wine and gingerbread perfuming the aisles between the wooden cabins. You can also visit the Christmas markets of Bratislava and Budapest where the local artisanship and culinary delights will bring the magic of Christmas to your heart.

Itinerary

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					Arrive	Depart
	10th10	DecDec	202525	Vienna, Austria, embark on the MS Douce France	18:00
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines. Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Tonight's dinner will have an Austrian flair.
	11th11	DecDec	202525	Vienna, Austria		14:00
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines. Join us for an optional guided tour of Vienna, passing through the Christmas market located in front of the city hall. The afternoon will be spent cruising towards Budapest.
	12th12	DecDec	202525	Budapest, Hungary	03:10	18:00
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary and is located over the River Danube. It is one of the largest cities in the European Union and much of its historical sites have been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Originally formed in 1873 by the joining of Buda, Pest and Old Buda, the city suffered heavy destruction during World War II and was rebuilt into the country's political, cultural and commercial hub it is now. Bridges and railways connect the city over the Danube, including the six small islands situated on the river themselves. Some of Budapest’s UNESCO World Heritage sites include Chain Bridge, Budapest Parliament, the striking Matthias church and the iconic Royal Palace visible from every location within Budapest City. The Castle Hills district architecture represents over a thousand years of the city's history with examples of Roman, Turkish, Gothic, Renaissance and Art Nouveau styles. Budapest also has a rich Jewish heritage and is home to the largest synagogue in Europe. The city has an abundance of restaurants offering international cuisines, as well as traditional Hungarian dishes ,including goulash soup, a very popular lunchtime dish. Hungarians enjoy their coffee so a traditional cafe is never hard to find. Join us on an optional guided tour of Budapest. This amazing city is separated by the Danube into two entities: Buda on one side with its hills and valleys, and Pest on the other with its flat expanse offering such a wonderful panoramic view of the Danube that it was listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO. Enjoy some free time this afternoon. We'll start sailing towards Bratislava this evening as you enjoy onboard entertainment.
	13th13	DecDec	202525	Bratislava, Slovakia	16:00	18:00
Bratislava is the capital city of Slovakia and is located along the Danube a river on the borders of Austria and Hungary. The city is surrounded by the Little Carpathians Mountains and vineyards as well as its iconic reconstructed Bratislava Castle overlooking Old Town. The castle offers a picturesque view of the city, the neighbouring countries and is home to the Museum of History. Bratislava offers a blend of historic and modern attractions including the Old Town Hall, now home to the Bratislava City Museum, the UFO Bridge, Martin’s Cathedral, Michael’s Gate and Blue Church St Elizabeth’s. Bratislava is home to one of the oldest city parks in Central Europe and is popular with walkers, runners and cyclists as is the city forest park and foothills of the Carpathian Mountains. The city is popular for its locally brewed beers and has many micro-breweries and underground beer cellars. The local cuisine of Bratislava is an eclectic influence of European cultures including Slovak, Hungarian, Austrian and German and serves as a reminder of the history of this cosmopolitan city. However, visitors will find an array of offerings to suit all tastes with lunch being the main meal of the day and roast goose with lokse considered a signature dish of the area. The morning will be spent cruising, reaching Bratislava in the afternoon. Join us on an optional guided tour of the Slovakian capital and discover its Christmas market. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening. We'll start sailing towards Vienna in the evening.
	14th14	DecDec	202525	Vienna, Austria, disembark the MS Douce France	09:00
Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria. Located on the Danube River in the East of the country, the city is renowned for its strong music heritage and rich culture, and is the largest German speaking city in the world, outside of Berlin. In 2001, Vienna was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts magnificent architecture. The city is home to over 27 castles and 150 palaces including the symbolic Gothic St Stephen’s Cathedral and the iconic Schönbrunn Palace. Art and music are in abundance and all tastes are catered for. Live music venues offer everything from Rock to Opera. Enjoy world class performances at Vienna State Opera and experience the epicentre of international concert life at Musikverein. Modern and historical art can be found in indoor and outdoor spaces around the city, and a visit to the famous Kunsthistorisches Museum (KHM) is highly recommended. Enjoy views of the city from the Danube Tower and the Giant Ferris Wheel, then relax in the ample cosy coffee houses, cafes, bars and restaurants where traditional and international cuisines are served, as well as the locally produced wines. We'll reach Vienna early this morning. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9.00 a.m. End of our services.

MS Douce France

Launch Year

1997

Refit Year

2017

Tonnage

1,500

Capacity

107

Cabins

Accessible

Sun Deck

Upper Deck

Main Deck

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Restaurant

Located on the upper deck, the restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. It seats all guests at tables which vary in size with a panoramic view. The atmosphere is casual but elegant.

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Sun Deck

Do not miss it to unwind! It is equipped with recliners and deck chairs, so that you can enjoy the best views of your cruise.

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Holiday Summary

	4 nights cruising on the Danube
	All meals included
	Drinks included with meals & at the bar
	Gala dinner & evening welcome cocktail
	Free Wi-Fi in lounge & bar
	Headsets included for excursions
	Travel Assistance & Repatriation Insurance
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

Oceanview staterooms from		£911pp
A_GLS_PP	Cat A (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£987pp
A_GLS_PS	Cat A (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,110pp
B_GLS_PP	Cat B (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£940pp
B_GLS_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£1,063pp
B_PMR_PS	Cat B (Upper Deck, Double Bed, Wheelchair Accessible)	£1,063pp
C_GLS_PP	Cat C (Main Deck, Adjustable Twin Beds)	£911pp

Suite staterooms from		£1,063pp
B_SUI_PP	Cat B Suite (Main Deck, Double Bed)	£1,063pp

	Oceanview	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Sat 16th Aug 202516 Aug 25	978
Mon 27th Oct 202527 Oct 25	949	978
Fri 31st Oct 202531 Oct 25	949	978
Tue 4th Nov 202504 Nov 25	949	978
Sat 8th Nov 202508 Nov 25	949	978
Wed 12th Nov 202512 Nov 25	949	978
Sun 16th Nov 202516 Nov 25	949	978
Thu 20th Nov 202520 Nov 25	949	978
Mon 24th Nov 202524 Nov 25	949	978
Fri 28th Nov 202528 Nov 25	911	1,063
Tue 2nd Dec 202502 Dec 25	911	1,063
Sat 6th Dec 202506 Dec 25	911	1,063
Sun 14th Dec 202514 Dec 25	911	1,063
Tue 27th Oct 202627 Oct 26	987	1,021