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Avalon Vista

6-Night Christmastime On The Danube (Westbound) Cruise from Vienna

On Avalon Vista

Vienna, Austria (Embarkation), Vienna, and Melk-Grein

Sails Sat, Dec 5, 20266 nightsCruiseOnly

One-wayVienna, Austria (Embarkation)Nuremberg (Disembarkation) · 7 ports

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$937 / night avg · taxes & fees included

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$5,425

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$5,709

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Your 6-night itinerary

7 ports on this sailing.

Itinerary map — Vienna, Austria (Embarkation) → Vienna → Melk-Grein → Passau → Regensburg → Nuremberg → Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

Day 11
Vienna, Austria (Embarkation)Embark
Sailings from Vienna
Day 22
Vienna
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Day 33
Melk-Grein
MELK–GREIN Frescoes above the Wachau ValleyCLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings.DISCOVERY Enjoy an Austrian Cookie Tasting onboard while sailing to Grein.CLASSIC Take a Guided Walk of Grein, including its historic theater, the oldest in Austria still holding regular performances.Enjoy live entertainment onboard. OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU(B,L,D)
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Day 44
Passau
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Day 55
Regensburg
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Day 66
Nuremberg
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Day 77
Nuremberg (Disembarkation)Disembark
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Ship experience

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About this ship

Experience European river views unlike any other ship can offer. The Avalon Vista's two full decks of suites feature two full decks of Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows that transform the living space into river cruising's only Open-Air Balcony. Enjoy seamless views from your Comfort Collection bed that faces the window. With 200 square feet, Panorama Suites are more than 30% larger than the industry standard, affording you the space to entertain in your private sitting area or just relax and enjoy the passing vistas.

Ports of call

Where you stop and how long you stay

Vienna, Austria (Embarkation)
Day 1
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Vienna, Austria (Embarkation)
Vienna
Day 2
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Vienna
Melk-Grein
Day 3
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Melk-Grein
Passau
Day 4
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Passau
Regensburg
Day 5
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Regensburg
Nuremberg
Day 6
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Nuremberg
Nuremberg (Disembarkation)
Day 7
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Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

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Included

Main dining rooms — Traditional complimentary dining
Pools & fitness — Ship amenities vary by vessel

Extra cost

Internet Corner — Internet Corner.
Specialty dining — Reservations and cover charges may apply
Spa & salon — Treatments at additional cost

Policies & FAQ

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Ship specifications

Bars / Lounges: 7
Dining / Restaurants: 2
Fitness Center: Yes
Kids Friendly: No
Number of Crew: 47
Number of Staterooms: 83
Number of Suites: 67
Registry: Switzerland
Ship Length: 443
Year Built: 2012

Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, and include taxes and port fees where available. Gratuities and optional extras are not included. All fares are subject to availability and may change. Final pricing will be confirmed at time of booking.