Danube River - Christmas Markets
Find a Cruise
RIVER CRUISE

Danube River - Christmas Markets 7 Nights • Nuremberg, Germany to Budapest, Hungary • Celebrity Compass

75% Off 2nd Guest
New Ship

Itinerary & Excursions

Cruise Overview 

   Nuremberg, Germany 

   Nuremberg, Germany 

   Regensburg, Germany 

   Linz, Austria 

   Melk, Austria 

   Wachau Valley 

   Vienna, Austria 

   Scenic Budapest 

   Budapest, Hungary 

   Budapest, Hungary 

Cruise Overview 

RGM RGB LNZ MLK WCV VIE DBI BUD 1200x430
Sail from Nuremberg to Budapest during the most magical time of year. This festive itinerary celebrates the heart of the holiday season with a journey through twinkling towns, iconic cities, and riverside markets rich in tradition. Each stop offers something to savor, from roasted chestnuts to handmade gifts and local folklore. Curated experiences take guests deeper into the spirit of the season, whether through music, storytelling, or hands-on encounters with holiday crafts. Onboard, the warmth continues with celebratory moments that echo the joy of a European winter. With each new port, the Danube reveals a different side of the season, inviting you to embrace its beauty, culture, and holiday cheer.
River Danube

Sail the legendary Danube, where grand capitals and hidden villages unfold along vineyard-lined banks. From the imperial charm of Vienna and Budapest to the quiet beauty of towns like Dürnstein and Melk, each stop offers a deeper connection to Europe’s living history. These are some of the most scenic river cruises in Europe, perfectly paced, culturally rich, and unforgettable.

What's included in a Celebrity River Cruise

  • Shore ExcursionsEnjoy your choice of one shore excursion every day.
  • DiningMore places, more choices. All meals including a 24-hour option.
  • DrinksSelect wine, beer, cocktails, coffee and soft drinks all day with the opportunity to upgrade.
  • Wi-FiComplimentary Wi-Fi throughout your journey.
  • Onboard ExperienceMore to do and more spaces to do them in.

A cruising experience with us provides access to a range of destinations. Specific ports of call are subject to change due to weather, safety or operational considerations.

Nuremberg, Germany 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Nuremberg, Germany 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Regensburg, Germany 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Linz, Austria 

Set along the Danube, Linz is a city where past and future speak fluently. Baroque buildings frame wide, walkable squares, while glass-walled museums pulse with light and possibility. It’s Austria’s City of Media Arts, curious, creative, and always evolving. You might step inside the Ars Electronica Center, where digital landscapes and sound installations invite you to play, question, and explore. Or drift through the minimalist halls of the Lentos Art Museum, where bold Austrian works and contemporary voices share space on white walls. At the heart of the city, Hauptplatz offers baroque beauty, local flavors, and relaxed exploration. Whether diving into digital worlds or savoring a Linzer torte in the sun, Linz reveals its character in vibrant, personal ways at your pace, in your style.

Melk, Austria 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Wachau Valley 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Vienna, Austria 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Scenic Budapest 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Budapest, Hungary 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.

Budapest, Hungary 

We're sorry, but this content is currently unavailable.

Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we appreciate your patience. Please check back soon for updates.
HAPPY EVER AFTER. AND BEFORE.
MORE EUROPE

HAPPY EVER AFTER. AND BEFORE.

Explore more Europe with Before and After Stays in iconic cities. Package includes:

  • Hotel stay
  • Daily breakfast
  • Daily Guided Tours
  • Transfers

Celebrity Compass

Celebrity Compass redefines what a river ship can be, with spacious interiors, open-air lounges, and the first-ever Skylight Infinite Balcony Suites. Designed for flow and flexibility, every space invites you to stretch out, slow down, and take in the river from a closer, more personal perspective. With fewer guests, smarter technology, and a modern silhouette made for the waterways of Europe, this is where innovation becomes experience.
Inaugural dateAug 5, 2027
Occupancy172
Explore Celebrity Compass