Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets): Vienna, Dürnstein and Linz — Viva Two, 4 Nights
About Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets): Vienna, Dürnstein and Linz — Viva Two, 4 Nights
A 4-night, 5-day Danube River cruise aboard the Viva Two. Fly from Istanbul with SunExpress and board the ship at the port of Passau. The ship calls at Passau, Vienna, Dürnstein and Linz, in that order. Program summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Passau; Day 2 Vienna; Day 3 Dürnstein; Day 4 Linz; Day 5 Passau – Istanbul. Cabin options: Outside Cabin with Panoramic Window, 1st Deck; French Balcony Cabin, 2nd Deck; French Balcony Cabin, 3rd Deck; French Balcony Suite Cabin, 3rd Deck. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 7 December 2026. Prices start at €1.399 per person. Included in the price: 4 nights aboard the ship in the selected cabin category; full-board meals on board; round-trip flights with SunExpress.
Departure Dates
7 - 11 December 2026 — €1.399 (≈₺79.900)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Passau
Flight from Istanbul on SunExpress flight XQ996 (08:15); upon arrival, transfer to the port of Passau, embarkation on the ship, and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 2 — Vienna
The ship docks at the port of Vienna at 13:00. Sightseeing and free time around the Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace during the day. The ship departs from the port at 23:59; overnight stay on board.
Day 3 — Dürnstein
Stop at Dürnstein port. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those interested. Ship departs from port at 20:00; overnight on board.
Day 4 — Linz
The ship docks at Linz port at 06:00. Free time ashore; optional shore excursions are organized for those who wish. Overnight on board.
Day 5 — Passau – Istanbul
Disembarkation after breakfast at the port of Passau. Transfer to the airport and return to Istanbul on SunExpress flight XQ977.
Places to Visit
Passau
Vienna
Dürnstein
Linz
What’s Included
4 nights onboard accommodation in the selected cabin category
Full board meals on board
Round-trip flights with SunExpress
What’s Not Included
All optional excursions to be organized by the ship or guide
International departure tax
Schengen visa
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?
Passau, 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 with SunExpress to the port of Passau to board the ship; the return journey is also by air.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: 7 December 2026. Prices start from €1,399 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Panoramic Window Outside Cabin Deck 1 (base price), French Balcony Cabin Deck 2 (+€200), French Balcony Cabin Deck 3 (+€300), French Balcony Suite Cabin Deck 3 (+€600). The difference is per person.
What is included in the price?
4 nights accommodation on board in the selected cabin category; Full board meals on board; Round-trip flights with SunExpress.
What is not included in the price?
All optional excursions organized by the ship or guide; International departure fee; Schengen visa.
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.