Published itinerary
Festive Danube Capitals & Yuletide Traditions
Budapest → Vienna · 4 nights / 5 days · Dec 2 or 16, 2026 · published dates, space on request
The sailing
Festive Danube Capitals & Yuletide Traditions
Riverside's published five-day, four-night itinerary visits Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna aboard Riverside Mozart. The 2026 itinerary lists December 2 and 16 departures, not confirmed cabin availability. Compare the full-board and premium packages carefully: drinks and excursions are not automatically included in every fare.
Route reference checked 2026-10-12. Ships, excursions, and direction can vary by departure.
Other Riverside Christmas itineraries have different lengths. Drinks and excursions depend on the package quoted.
Best for travelers who want a shorter luxury cruise and can add city stays before or afterward.
Trip highlights
- Four-night Danube introduction
- Budapest and Bratislava
- Vienna overnight
- Riverside Mozart
What's included
- Onboard dining; Atelier dinner may cost extra
- Butler service
- Wi-Fi
- Drinks and excursions depend on fare package
Quick facts
- Route
- Budapest → Vienna
- Length
- 4 nights · 5 days
- Departures
- Dec 2 or 16, 2026 · published dates, space on request — ask us for current dates & availability
- Cruise line
- Riverside Luxury Cruises
- Ship
- Riverside Mozart
- River
- Danube
The ports of call
Market cities along the route
These guides cover selected ports, excursion cities, and endpoints—not a guaranteed market visit in every city. Check opening dates, transfers, excursion choices, and time ashore for your departure.
Hungary
Budapest
Budapest's Vörösmarty Square and Advent Basilica markets anchor a dramatic Danube finale, with the illuminated Parliament and riverfront adding a separate evening highlight.
Typical season: Mid-Nov – Jan 1
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Bratislava
Bratislava's old town hosts three compact Christmas markets — Hlavné námestie, Hviezdoslavovo námestie, and the castle — between Vienna and Budapest.
Typical season: Late Nov – Dec 22
ExploreAustria
Vienna
Vienna hosts many distinct Christmas markets, from the large Rathausplatz and palace setting at Schönbrunn to the intimate lanes of Spittelberg.
Typical season: Mid-Nov – Dec 26
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Magna on the Danube — Christmas Markets
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Christmas Markets Along the Danube
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quote on request
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