Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Swiss Splendor, 4 Nights
About Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Swiss Splendor, 4 Nights
A 4 Nights 5 Days Danube River cruise aboard the Swiss Splendor. Fly from Istanbul to Munich; on arrival, transfer to the port and board the ship. The ship calls at Linz, Bratislava, and Vienna in that order. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Munich; Day 2 Linz; Day 3 Bratislava; Day 4 Vienna; Day 5 Vienna – Istanbul. Cabin options: Outside Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck; Outside Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck; Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck; Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck; Mini Suite Cabin, Upper Deck. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 6 December 2026. The price starts at €1.290 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class round-trip flight tickets with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Vienna (VIE) – Istanbul (IST) route; all tours listed in the itinerary; home-airport-home transfers; airport taxes; airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); entertainment and activity package (Turkish Music Group, Professional Sports Instructor).
Departure Dates
6 - 10 December 2026 — €1.290 (≈₺73.600)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Munich
Flight from Istanbul to Munich; upon arrival transfer to the port, embarkation and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay onboard.
Day 2 — Linz
The ship docks at Linz port at 06:30. Sightseeing around St. Vitus Church and the Castle District, followed by free time during the day. Overnight on board.
Day 3 — Bratislava
The ship docks at Bratislava port at 14:00. Sightseeing and free time around Bratislava Castle and St. Martin's Cathedral during the day. The ship departs from the port at 23:00; overnight stay on board.
Day 4 — Vienna
Port call in Vienna. Sightseeing and free time during the day around Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace. Overnight on board.
Day 5 — Vienna – Istanbul
Disembarkation after breakfast at Vienna port. Transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.
Places to Visit
Linz
Bratislava
Vienna
Munich
What’s Included
Round-trip economy class flight tickets on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Vienna (VIE) – Istanbul (IST) route with Turkish Airlines
All tours included in the itinerary
Home-airport-home transfer
Airport taxes
Airport transfers (Embarkation and disembarkation days)
Entertainment and activity package (Turkish Music Band, Professional Sports Instructor)
All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service on board
Welcome Cocktail
Captain's Gala Cocktail, Special Gala Menu
Luggage handling service on the first and last day of the ship
Travel & Health Insurance (Valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye.)
Professional Turkish-speaking guidance
TÜRSAB mandatory professional liability insurance
International departure fee
What’s Not Included
Visa fee and service charge
Domestic connecting flight ticket
Ship Gratuities / Service Charge (Calculated at 14 Euros per person per night, a total of 56 Euros per person will be added to your stateroom account.)
City taxes (Totaling 50 Euros, to be collected in cash onboard by your guide)
Optional excursions organized by the ship or the guide
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board
All kinds of personal expenses
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not specified in included services
Driver tips 5-10 Euro / per person (optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Danube River cruise with Swiss Splendor last?
The tour is 4 nights 5 days.
Which ports does the ship visit?
Linz, Bratislava, Vienna respectively.
Which ship operates this tour?
Aboard Swiss Splendor.
Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?
Fly from Istanbul to Munich; upon arrival, transfer to the port and board the ship; return is also by flight.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: December 6, 2026. Price per person starts from €1,290.
What cabin types are available?
Outside Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck (base price), Outside Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck (+€50), French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck (+€250), French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck (+€300), Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck (+€350), Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck (+€400), Mini Suite Cabin, Upper Deck (+€650). The supplement is per person.
What is included in the price?
Economy-class round-trip airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Vienna (VIE) – Istanbul (IST) route; All tours listed in the program; Home-airport-home transfers; Airport taxes; Airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); Entertainment and activity package (Turkish music group, professional sports instructor); Coffee and tea station available all day aboard the ship, with afternoon tea refreshments; Welcome Cocktail; Captain’s Gala Cocktail and special gala menu; Luggage-handling service on the first and last day of the cruise; Travel & Health Insurance (valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye.); Professional Turkish-speaking guide service; Mandatory TURSAB professional liability insurance; International departure fee.
What is not included in the price?
Visa fee and service charge; Domestic connecting flight ticket; Cruise crew service charge (calculated at 14 Euro per person per night and added to your cabin account at a total of 56 Euro per person); City taxes (a total of 50 Euro, collected in cash on board by your guide); Optional excursions organized by the ship or guide; All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks on board; All personal expenses; Admission to museums and archaeological sites not specified among the services included in the price;; Driver tips 5-10 Euro / per person (optional).
Is a visa required?
Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.
Is there a Turkish-speaking guide?
Yes, Turkish-speaking tour leader service is included in the price.