Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Viva Two, 4 Nights
About Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Viva Two, 4 Nights
A 4 Nights 5 Days Danube River cruise aboard the Viva Two. Fly from Istanbul to Munich; on arrival, transfer to the port and board the ship. The ship calls at Vienna, Dürnstein and Linz. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Munich; Day 2 Vienna; Day 3 Dürnstein; Day 4 Linz; Day 5 Munich – Istanbul. Cabin options: Lower Deck Cabin (Category B), Lower Deck; Lower Deck Cabin (Category A), Lower Deck; Middle Deck Cabin (Category B), Middle Deck French Balcony; Middle Deck Cabin (Category A), Middle Deck French Balcony; Upper Deck Cabin (Category B), Upper Deck French Balcony; Upper Deck Cabin (Category A), Upper Deck French Balcony; Upper Deck Suite Cabin, Suite Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 15 December 2026. Prices per person start at €1.490. Included: Economy-class round-trip airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Munich (MUC) – Istanbul (IST) route; all tours included in the itinerary; home-airport-home transfers; all alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (including the bar and minibar); ship staff gratuities (56 Euro per person); entertainment and activity package (fitness instructor and Turkish music group).
Departure Dates
15 - 19 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 — Vienna
Port call in Vienna. Sightseeing and free time during the day around Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace. Overnight on board.
Day 3 — Dürnstein
The ship docks at Dürnstein port at 14:00. Sightseeing around Austria's Wachau Valley and Melk Abbey, with free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.
Day 4 — Linz
The ship docks at Linz port at 06:00. Sightseeing and free time around St. Vitus Church and the Castle District during the day. Overnight on board.
Day 5 — Munich – Istanbul
Free time around Munich after breakfast; transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.
Places to Visit
Vienna
Dürnstein
Linz
Munich
What’s Included
Economy class round-trip flight ticket with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Munich (MUC) – Istanbul (IST) routes
All tours included in the itinerary
Home-airport-home transfer
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (including Bar and Minibar)
Ship crew gratuities (in the amount of 56 Euros per person)
Entertainment and activity package (Fitness Instructor and Turkish Music Band)
Airport taxes
Travel Health Insurance (Valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye)
Airport transfers (Embarkation and disembarkation days)
Free Wi-Fi Internet
Onboard coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service
Welcome Cocktail
Captain's Gala Cocktail, Special Gala Menu
Luggage handling service on the first and last day of the ship
What’s Not Included
Visa fee and service charge
Domestic connecting flight ticket
City taxes (Totaling 50 Euros, to be collected in cash onboard by your guide)
Optional excursions organized by the ship or the guide
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 Viva Two take?
The tour is 4 nights 5 days.
Which ports does the ship visit?
Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz, respectively.
Which ship operates this tour?
Aboard the Viva Two ship.
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 15, 2026. Prices start from €1,490 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Lower Deck Cabin (Category B) Lower Deck (base price), Lower Deck Cabin (Category A) Lower Deck (+€50), Middle Deck Cabin (Category B) Middle Deck with French Balcony (+€250), Middle Deck Cabin (Category A) Middle Deck with French Balcony (+€300), Upper Deck Cabin (Category B) Upper Deck with French Balcony (+€350), Upper Deck Cabin (Category A) Upper Deck with French Balcony (+€400), Upper Deck Suite Cabin Suite Cabin (+€650). The price difference is per person.
What is included in the price?
Economy-class round-trip flight ticket with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Munich (MUC) – Istanbul (IST) route; All tours included in the itinerary; Home-airport-home transfers; All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (including bar and minibar); Ship crew gratuities (56 Euro per person); Entertainment and activity package (sports instructor and Turkish music group); Airport taxes; Travel Health Insurance (valid from the time the trip begins outside Türkiye); Airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); Free Wi-Fi; Coffee & tea station and afternoon tea treats on board; Welcome cocktail; Captain’s Gala Cocktail and special gala menu; Luggage service on the ship's first and last days.
What is not included in the price?
Visa fee and service charge; domestic connecting flight ticket; city taxes (a total of 50 euros, to be collected in cash on board by your guide); optional excursions organised by the ship or guide; all personal expenses; admission fees to museums and archaeological sites not specified among the included services; driver tips of 5–10 euros 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.