Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Swiss Splendor, 5 Nights
About Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Swiss Splendor, 5 Nights
A 5 Nights 6 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 the ports of Linz, Bratislava and Vienna in that order, before the itinerary continues with a land stop in Budapest. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Munich; Day 2 Linz; Day 3 Bratislava; Day 4 Vienna; Day 5 Vienna; Day 6 Budapest – 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; French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck; French Balcony Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck; Mini Suite Cabin, Upper Deck. A cabin supplement is added depending on the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 6 December 2026. Prices start at €1.490 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class round-trip airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Budapest (BUD) – Istanbul (IST) route; 1 night in a 4* hotel in Budapest with breakfast; all tours listed in the itinerary; home-airport-home transfers; airport taxes; airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days).
Departure Dates
6 - 11 December 2026 — €1.490 (≈₺85.000)
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
Disembarkation from the ship after breakfast at Vienna port; the program continues on land. Accommodation at the hotel.
Day 6 — Budapest – Istanbul
Free time around Budapest after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.
Places to Visit
Linz
Bratislava
Vienna
Munich
Budapest
What’s Included
Economy class round-trip flight ticket with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Budapest (BUD) – Istanbul (IST) route
1 night bed & breakfast accommodation in a 4* hotel in Budapest
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
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 5 nights and 6 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: 6 December 2026. Prices start from €1,490 per person.
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), French Balcony Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck (+€350), French 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) // Budapest (BUD) – Istanbul (IST) route; 1 night at a 4* hotel in Budapest, including breakfast; 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); All-day coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service onboard; Welcome Cocktail; Captain’s Gala Cocktail and special gala menu; Luggage handling service on the ship’s first and last days; Travel & Health Insurance (valid from the time the trip begins outside Türkiye.); Professional Turkish-speaking guide service; TURSAB compulsory professional liability insurance.
What is not included in the price?
Visa fee and service charge; domestic connecting flight ticket; ship crew service charge (calculated at 14 Euro per person per night, a total of 56 Euro per person, and added to your room account); city taxes (a total of 50 Euro, to be collected in cash on the ship by your guide); optional excursions organized by the ship or guide; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages on board; all personal expenses; admission to museums and archaeological sites not specified among the included services; driver gratuities 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.