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CH R I ST M A S ON T H E D AN U BE B U D A P E S T – R E G E N S B U R G o r v i ce v e r s a 8 D A Y S | 6 G U I D E D T O U R S | 3 C O U N T R I E S SAIL TO CHARMING CITIES & VILLAGES. 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 fairytale village of Regensburg, one of Europe's best-preserved cities, and delight in the city's joyful festivities. D A Y 1 B U D A P E S T , H U N G A R Y Arrive in Budapest and board your ship. Enjoy free time to relax or start exploring. D A Y 2 B U D A P E S T , H U N G A R Y On a panoramic tour of Pest see the National Opera House, Parliament Building, Chain Bridge and Heroes' Square. In Buda's Castle District, visit Matthias Church and enjoy views of the Danube from Fisherman's Bastion. Later, cruise along the scenic Danube Bend. D A Y 3 V I E N N A , A U S T R I A Immerse in the fairytale atmosphere of Vienna's markets and shop for unique gifts. D A Y 4 V I E N N A , A U S T R I A Admire Vienna's architecture, linger at a café or visit the Hapsburgs' Schönbrunn Palace. D A Y 5 K R E M S , A U S T R I A Visit Göttweig Abbey, admiring its ceiling frescoes, grand staircase, library and church. Sail the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site, and admire views of hillside vineyards. D A Y 6 P A S S A U , G E R M A N Y Enjoy an array of tasty treats at the market and soak up the atmosphere of a Bavarian yuletide. D A Y 7 R E G E N S B U R G , G E R M A N Y Sample delicious traditional Knackersemmel, perhaps with a warming glühwein. D A Y 8 R E G E N S B U R G , G E R M A N Y After breakfast, disembark and proceed to the airport for your return flight. Alternatively, extend your journey with our extensions to Nuremberg and/or Prague. V I E N N A , AU S T R I A 112 For complete itinerary details and videos, visit viking.com/rivers