--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 302ef55a-1b8c-49b8-8c71-65771f6cfdef slug: 2187212 voyage_code: WVN cruise_line: Avalon Waterways ship: Avalon Vista departure_date: return_date: nights: 6 embarkation_port: Vienna disembarkation_port: Nuremberg starting_price_usd: 5261.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-04T22:37:50Z --- # Christmastime on the Danube (Westbound) > Avalon Waterways · Avalon Vista · Dec 5 – 11   (6 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Avalon Waterways | | **Ship** | Avalon Vista | | **Duration** | 6 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Vienna | | **Disembarkation Port** | Nuremberg | | **Starting Price** | 5,261 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | WVN | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Vienna **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 2: Vienna **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 3: Melk **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Melk is an Austrian town on the River Danube, west of Vienna. It’s known for the 11th-century Melk Abbey, a vast monastery built high above the town. Gold statuary adorns its domed Abbey Church, and the huge library houses medieval manuscripts. The Marmorsaal is a baroque hall with a ceiling fresco and red marble walls. South of Melk, gardens surround Renaissance Schallaburg Castle, which hosts cultural exhibitions. ### Day 3: Grein **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Grein is a municipality in the district Perg in the Austrian state of Upper Austria. It lies on the Danube River. ### Day 4: Passau **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Passau, a German city on the Austrian border, lies at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. Known as the Three Rivers City, it's overlooked by the Veste Oberhaus, a 13th-century hilltop fortress housing a city museum and observation tower. The old town below is known for its baroque architecture, including St. Stephen's Cathedral, featuring distinctive onion-domed towers and an organ with 17,974 pipes. ### Day 5: Regensburg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Regensburg, a Bavarian city on the Danube River in southeast Germany, is known for its well-preserved medieval core. The 12th-century Stone Bridge, a 310m-long icon with 16 arches, crosses the river to the old town. The 13th-century Regensburg Cathedral, a twin-spired Gothic landmark, is home to the Regensburger Domspatzen choir. Walhalla, a Parthenon replica just east of the city, honors illustrious Germans. ### Day 6: Nuremberg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Nuremberg is the largest city of the German federal state of Bavaria after its capital Munich, and its 518,370 inhabitants make it the 14th-largest city in Germany. ### Day 7: Nuremberg **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Nuremberg is the largest city of the German federal state of Bavaria after its capital Munich, and its 518,370 inhabitants make it the 14th-largest city in Germany. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Suite | $5,261 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Deluxe Stateroom** (Code: E) Stateroom Features: Comfort Collection Beds Luxurious mattress toppers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Soft & firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Premium Hairdryer L'Occitane bath products Spac... **Deluxe Stateroom** (Code: D) Stateroom Features: Comfort Collection Beds Luxurious mattress toppers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Soft & firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Premium Hairdryer L'Occitane bath products Spac... ### Suite Cabins **Panorama Suite** (Code: P) Stateroom Features: Comfort Collection Beds Luxurious mattress toppers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Soft & firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Premium Hairdryer L'Occitane bath products Spac... **Panorama Suite** (Code: B) Stateroom Features: Comfort Collection Beds Luxurious mattress toppers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Soft & firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Premium Hairdryer L'Occitane bath products Spac... **Royal Suite** (Code: S) Stateroom Features: Comfort Collection Beds Luxurious mattress toppers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Soft & firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Premium Hairdryer L'Occitane bath products Spac... **Panorama Suite** (Code: A) Stateroom Features: Comfort Collection Beds Luxurious mattress toppers Egyptian super-combed cotton linens European-style duvets Soft & firm pillows Extra blankets Choice of bed configuration Nightly turn-down service Bedside tables with reading lamps Premium Hairdryer L'Occitane bath products Spac... ## Ship Information ### Avalon Vista 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. Onboard amenities include a Fitness Center, complimentary computer use in public areas and complimentary Starlink Wi-Fi access, and a spacious Sky Deck with premium lounge chairs, shade system, whirlpool, and the delightful Sky Bistro. Sweeping views are yours to enjoy on the Avalon Vista! #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 166 | | Crew | 47 | | Gross Tonnage | 2,775.0 | | Length | 443.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 83 | ## Ports of Call ### Vienna *Coordinates: 48.2092, 16.3728* ### Melk *Coordinates: 48.2265, 15.35* Melk is an Austrian town on the River Danube, west of Vienna. It’s known for the 11th-century Melk Abbey, a vast monastery built high above the town. Gold statuary adorns its domed Abbey Church, and the huge library houses medieval manuscripts. The Marmorsaal is a baroque hall with a ceiling fresco and red marble walls. South of Melk, gardens surround Renaissance Schallaburg Castle, which hosts ... ### Grein *Coordinates: 48.2276, 14.8544* Grein is a municipality in the district Perg in the Austrian state of Upper Austria. It lies on the Danube River. ### Passau *Coordinates: 48.5735, 13.4639* Passau, a German city on the Austrian border, lies at the confluence of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. Known as the Three Rivers City, it's overlooked by the Veste Oberhaus, a 13th-century hilltop fortress housing a city museum and observation tower. The old town below is known for its baroque architecture, including St. Stephen's Cathedral, featuring distinctive onion-domed towers and an organ w... ### Regensburg *Coordinates: 49.0165, 12.1009* Regensburg, a Bavarian city on the Danube River in southeast Germany, is known for its well-preserved medieval core. The 12th-century Stone Bridge, a 310m-long icon with 16 arches, crosses the river to the old town. The 13th-century Regensburg Cathedral, a twin-spired Gothic landmark, is home to the Regensburger Domspatzen choir. Walhalla, a Parthenon replica just east of the city, honors illustri... ### Nuremberg *Coordinates: 49.4505, 11.0805* Nuremberg is the largest city of the German federal state of Bavaria after its capital Munich, and its 518,370 inhabitants make it the 14th-largest city in Germany. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2187212 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2187212 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2187212.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2187212/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/avalon-waterways/avalon-vista/other/80037.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-04 22:37:50 UTC