Splendors of Europe Christmas Markets River Cruise
Amsterdam, Cologne, Wurzburg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Melk, Vienna, Budapest
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | |||
| Themes | History & Culture, Festivals, Grand Tours, River Cruises | ||
| What to Expect | This moderately-paced, escorted river cruise/tour includes a reasonable amount of walking or hiking and requires an average level of physical fitness. Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Package includes
- Flights
- Cruise
- Round trip flights from New York on scheduled carriers, including fuel surcharges and taxes and fees
- All ground transportation and transfers
- 1 night accommodation in Amsterdam in a superior first-class hotel
- 1 night accommodation in Budapest in a superior first-class hotel
- 14 nights’ in Category D stateroom on Riviera Deck on Emerald Sky
- Daily shore excursions
- 7 exclusive EmeraldPlus activities, which enhance the cultural experience, including a glass-top canal boat cruise in Amsterdam, glassblowing demonstration, guest lecture, home-hosted afternoon tea with a local Slovakian family, Bavarian Oompah Band entertainment and a guided tour of Melk Abbey.
- 43 meals: 16 breakfasts, 13 lunches, 14 dinners including a Welcome Cocktail Reception and Dinner
- Unlimited local wine, local beer and soft drinks during lunch and dinner
- Complimentary tea and coffee available on board at all times
- Complimentary bottled water in stateroom, restocked daily
- Evening entertainment, including folk dancing & music at farewell dinner
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board
- Professional, English-speaking cruise manager and local guides
- All port charges and local taxes
- All gratuities for all staff on board your ship and included shore excursions
Optional add-ons
- Upgraded cabins are available.
- Enhance your experience with exclusive Emerald Discover More optional sightseeing tours to Rothenburg (Germany); Salzburg (Austria); Cesky Krumlov (Czech Republic); Schonbrun Palace and concert in Vienna (Austria)
Why you'll love it
- All inclusive cruise the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers with shore excursions, unlimited wine and beer with lunch and dinner. Visit some of Europe's most renowned Christmas markets
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Stay a few extra days? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 21 or older. Your traveling companions must be 12 or older at time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We don't offer travel protection for this package, but we encourage you to purchase your own policy.
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