Christmas Market
First 7 Night Christmas Market on the Danube
December 5 - 12, 2026
Pre Sale Cabins Open Now
Come join us in Europe in December 2026; ROUTE: Nuremberg - Regensburg, Germany - Passau, Germany - Melk, Austria - Vienna - Budapest, Hungary
Budapest’s Christmas Markets are among the most enchanting in Europe, transforming the city into a winter wonderland filled with festive lights, music, and the aromas of seasonal treats. The renowned Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market, one of the city’s oldest, runs from early November through New Year’s Day, offering handcrafted ornaments, Hungarian handicrafts, and local delicacies like kürtőskalács (chimney cake) and traditional sweets such as Beigli and flódni. Warm up with mulled wine, raspberry schnapps punch, or a unique hot beer with sour cherry as you soak in the joyful holiday atmosphere.
Beyond Vörösmarty Square, the Advent Market at St. Stephen’s Basilica adds to Budapest’s holiday charm with its ice rink, giant Advent gate, and stalls filled with high-quality folk crafts from Hungarian artisans. From intricate handmade decorations to gingerbread creations shaped like woodland creatures, the markets are a treasure trove of unique gifts and festive delights. Join us on our Iconic Christmas Markets and Christmas Markets on the Danube itineraries to experience this magical holiday tradition firsthand.
A $650 deposit is required to hold your cabin. If you decide to cancel before November, your deposit is refundable minus a $200 administration fee.
Lower Deck
8 Cabins
Lower deck
Double Occupancy $2850 USD per person
Single Occupancy $4600 USD per person
(2 Cabins Available)
Upper Deck
9 Cabins
Upper deck Balcony - SOLD OUT
Double Occupancy $3650 USD per person
Single Occupancy $5500 USD per person
(Waiting List)
Inclusive
SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
•7 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
•Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
•Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
•Bottled water replenished daily
AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
•Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness •Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
•Personalized service from a highly trained •Cruise Manager during both cruise and land programs
•Internet and Wi-Fi access
•Sun deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
•Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
•Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
•Daily entertainment including cultural performances
AWARD-WINNING DINING
•All onboard dining in a variety of venues
Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
•The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant
•Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
•La Chaîne des Rôtisseurs exclusive dining experience
•Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
•Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
•Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
•Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
•Immersive tours in every destination
•Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
•Bike tours and hikes
•Special Interest Tours
•Knowledgeable guides
•Personal headset for easy exploration
•Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
Exclusive
- Gratuity
- International Flights
- Meals not indicated on itinerary
The Best Guides
What makes this trip extraordinary is the unique immersive experiences included with black book of sought after expert guides, game rangers and local contacts who believe in our these immersive experiences.
This package comes with sightseeing in Dubrovnik (with one-way bus transfer to the Old Town), Hvar, Korčula and Split, Mljet National Park entrance fee, Wine tasting on Vis, Oyster tasting in Ston with a bus transfer from Slano, entrance fees for the Salt Museum and City Walls in Ston and a guided tour of Ston.
Payment Schedule
Traveling in a group requires you to abide by group terms in order for everyone to have an enjoyable trip. The trip is non refundable after Final payment without travel insurance. Travel insurance will be quoted upon your deposit. Not only is travel insurance quoted for your travel protection, but it also provides some health benefits while you are on vacation. We know accidents happen and we don’t wish that upon anyone, it’s nice to know you will be able to be treated wherever you go without incurring huge medical bills. You will receive an email with the terms and conditions In case of cancellation.
We will require a scanned copy of your passport as well as your flight plans by June 15, 2025
Deposit to secure your cabin is $650 per cabin.
$200 of your deposit is non-refundable and goes towards administration fees
$450 is refundable until November 1, 2024
50% of your balance is due by November 1, 2024
Remaining balance is due by April 1, 2025
Testimonials
Absolutely amazing vacation! I was hesitant to go as a solo traveler, but it was the experience of a lifetime. I highly recommend La Semilla Travel as everything was well planned out and top-notch. The excursions, the meals, the new friends, the monkeys I can’t say enough great things about my experience. Every single detail was perfectly executed!
-LM
I absolutely recommend it! I had a life changing experience, the trip to Bali was magnificent and even though I was a little apprehensive at first, I decided just to go for it. Unlike the other women, I didn’t know anyone, thankfully Mary Klemm Plousha, was able to match with up with a roommate that was perfect to my personality! I do think I’m fairly easy to get along with and “go with the flow”. I couldn’t have had a better experience and would do it again and plan to next year. I loved Bali and especially Nusa Dua and Seminyak, and would definitely go back. As far as a solo traveler, a piece of advice, just go for it and be flexible!
-JE
I recently went on a group travel trip, as a solo traveler! I was excited to start my own adventures alone. Mary was so amazing at pairing me with another solo traveler (we got along GREAT) and planning the entire trip, communicating details before and during the trip and helping me when I got sick on my travels! I felt very safe and trusted her completely. Don’t be scared to travel alone- because you will meet amazing new friends and never really feel alone! I highly recommend La Semilla to anyone!!!
-KK
“Thank you for an incredible adventure. This trip was more than I ever imagined it could be! Many thanks for letting me tag along and try so many new firsts in my life…💕”
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