from
$5595
Per Person
December 8-16, 2027
Prague, Budapest & Danube Christmas Markets
Cruises,Europe
9 Days
16 Meals
Price Per Person Starting at:
Cat E – Lower Deck – Double Occupancy $5595
Cat E – Lower Deck – Single Occupancy $7295
Cat D – Lower Deck – Double Occupancy $5895
Cat D – Lower Deck – Single Occupancy $7595
Cat C – Middle Deck – Double Occupancy $6395
Cat C – Middle Deck – Single Occupancy $8495
Cat B – Middle Deck – Double Occupancy $6695
Cat B – Middle Deck – Single Occupancy $8795
Cat A – Upper Deck – Double Occupancy $6995
Cat A – Upper Deck – Single Occupancy $9495
SS – Superior Suite – Double Occupancy $7495
SS – Superior Suite – Single Occupancy $7805
GS – Grand Suite – Double Occupancy $8095 Single N/A
Premier Travel Protection $575
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1 – DEPART US – OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO EUROPE
Day 2 – ARRIVE PRAGUE – HOTEL OVERNIGHT IN PRAGUE
- Meet PWD Representative or Tour Director – Hotel Transfer
- Arrive Prague hotel for a 2-Night stay – Evening at leisure
- Overnight – Old Town Area, Prague
Day 3 – PRAGUE CITY TOUR
- Morning – Prague City Tour including a visit to the Prague Castle
- Afternoon – Prague Christmas Markets & Leisure time
- (B) Overnight – Old Town Area, Prague
Day 4 – PRAGUE – BRNO – BUDAPEST – BOARD SHIP
- Morning – Motorcoach south to Brno – Visit the Brno Christmas Market
- Continue to Budapest – Board the MS Riviera Radiance for 5 Night Cruise
- Welcome Dinner Onboard – Ship docked overnight in Budapest
- (B & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 5 – BUDAPEST
- Morning – Budapest City Tour
- Afternoon – High Tea Onboard – Cruising through the Danube Bend
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 6 – BRATISLAVA
- Morning – Bratislava City Tour & visit Bratislava Christmas Markets
- Afternoon – Time at leisure in Bratislava
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 7 – VIENNA
- Morning – Vienna City Tour & visit Vienna Christmas Markets
- Afternoon – Time at leisure in Vienna
- Evening – Farewell Dinner – String Quartet Recital Onboard – Ship departs
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 8 – BUDAPEST
- Morning – Danube Cruising – Christmas Bread Making Demo Onboard
- Afternoon – Arrive Budapest – Free time to visit Budapest Christmas Markets
- Farewell Drink before Dinner – Ship docked overnight in Budapest
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 9 – BUDAPEST – FLIGHTS HOME
- Transfer to the Budapest Airport for your flight home (B)
INCLUSIONS
- Roundtrip Airfare – DFW
- 2 Nights Hotel – Old Town Area, Prague
- 5 Night Cruise – Outside Cabin aboard the MS Riviera Radiance
- 16 Meals (7-B, 4-L, 5-D)
- Superior Drinks Package – During lunch includes Wine (4), Beer, Soft Drinks, Mineral Water, Coff ee & Tea
From 6 pm to midnight – Above Drinks included plus House Spirits, cocktail of the day, Port/Brandy & a special wine at dinner - Wi-Fi Onboard
- Permeir World Discovery Tour Manager & Ship Staff
- Welcome & Farewell Dinners
- Int’l Air Taxes/Fuel/Port Charges
- Baggage Handling at Ship
- Roundtrip Ship Transfers
EXCURSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
- 2 Nights Hotel – Prague
- 5 Night Cruise – MS Riviera Radiance
- Prague City Tour with Prague Castle
- Prague Christmas Market
- Brno, Czechia Christmas Market
- Bratislava Walking Tour & Christmas Market
- Budapest City Tour & Christmas Market & High Tea Onboard
- Vienna City Tour & Christmas Market
- Extended Port Docking in Budapest, Vienna & Bratislava
- String Quartet Recital Onboard
- Christmas Bread-making (stollen) Demo Onboard
Itinerary
Day 1:
DEPART US – OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO EUROPE
Day 2:
ARRIVE PRAGUE – HOTEL OVERNIGHT IN PRAGUE
Spend 2 nights in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic and a city rich in history, stunning architecture and vibrant culture, often referred to as the “city of a hundred spires.” Enjoy a Prague City Tour and visit the Prague Castle, a castle complex dating from the 9th century. The castle has been a seat of power for Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors, and Presidents of Czechoslovakia. Also see St. Vitus Cathedral, the Royal Palace, St. George Basilica and the Golden Lane. Continue across the Vltava River via the famous and historic Charles Bridge, which dates back to 1357. Visit the Old Town Square to see the medieval Astronomical Clock installed in 1410. Prague features one of Europe’s best Christmas Markets.
- Meet PWD Representative or Tour Director – Hotel Transfer
- Arrive Prague hotel for a 2-Night stay – Evening at leisure
- Overnight – Old Town Area, Prague
Day 3:
PRAGUE CITY TOUR
- Morning – Prague City Tour including a visit to the Prague Castle
- Afternoon – Prague Christmas Markets & Leisure time
- (B) Overnight – Old Town Area, Prague
Day 4:
PRAGUE – BRNO – BUDAPEST – BOARD SHIP
BRNO – Located at the confluence of the Svitava and Svratka Rivers, Brno is the second-largest city in the Czech Republic after Prague, and one of the 100 largest cities in the European Union. The Brno Christmas Market is a vibrant celebration of Czech traditions, offering a unique blend of cultural experiences and festive shopping.
- Morning – Motorcoach south to Brno – Visit the Brno Christmas Market
- Continue to Budapest – Board the MS Riviera Radiance for 5 Night Cruise
- Welcome Dinner Onboard – Ship docked overnight in Budapest
- (B & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 5:
BUDAPEST
Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. The city straddles both banks of the Danube linked by seven bridges including the famous Chain and Elizabeth Bridges. An included sightseeing tour presents you with a fantastic opportunity to become acquainted with Hungary’s beautiful capital. Enjoy a photo stop at Gellert Hill, see historic Buda Castle, 500-year-old Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion and the marvelous Royal Palace.
- Morning – Budapest City Tour
- Afternoon – High Tea Onboard – Cruising through the Danube Bend
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 6:
BRATISLAVA
Enjoy a Bratislava City Tour and walk through the city, see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. Traverse through the restored old town, from Michael’s Gate, and admire other impressive sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral, former coronation cathedral for Hungarian Kings. Bratislava is a little jewel along the Danube with a wonderful Christmas Market.
- Morning – Bratislava City Tour & visit Bratislava Christmas Markets
- Afternoon – Time at leisure in Bratislava
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 7:
VIENNA
Enjoy the included Vienna City Tour. For over 600 years, the magnificent baroque capital city of Vienna was the seat of the mighty Hapsburg Emperors, a heritage that has bestowed it with many dazzling palaces and monuments: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House and the majestic Ringstrasse. The capital is also known as the “City of Music” for having once been the home of composers such as Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart and Johann Strauss. Maybe visit the Schoenbrunn Palace on your own.
- Morning – Vienna City Tour & visit Vienna Christmas Markets
- Afternoon – Time at leisure in Vienna
- Evening – Farewell Dinner – String Quartet Recital Onboard – Ship departs
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 8:
BUDAPEST
Enjoy this magical time of year as Europe’s countries hold steadfastly onto Old World holiday tradition and transform into fairy-tale Christmas settings. The sights and sensations of the holiday season are everywhere with the tastes of chocolate covered Lebkuchen (gingerbread), sizzling grilled sausages and spiced hot “Gluhwein” (mulled wine). Shop for ornaments, crafts, candles, nutcrackers, winter hats, roasted nuts and other traditional items. “Stollen” is a traditional German Christmas bread including sweet dough, nuts and spices topped with powdered sugar.
- Morning – Danube Cruising – Christmas Bread Making Demo Onboard
- Afternoon – Arrive Budapest – Free time to visit Budapest Christmas Markets
- Farewell Drink before Dinner – Ship docked overnight in Budapest
- (B,L & D) Overnight – Riviera Radiance
Day 9:
BUDAPEST – FLIGHTS HOME
- Transfer to the Budapest Airport for your flight home (B)
*Itinerary is subject to change
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Terms and Conditions
This tour requires a $600.00 deposit per person. The deposit is nonrefundable. Reservations will not be confirmed without payment or deposit. Final Payment is due September 1, 2027.
The parties agree to indemnify each other and hold each other harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, liabilities, damages, losses or expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs, which either part, its agents or employees, shall at any time sustain or incur by reason of the acts, omissions or negligence on the part of the other party, its officers, agents or employees.
In any legal proceedings of any nature involving the interpretation, construction, application, or enforcement of any of the terms of this contract, the prevailing party shall be entitled to an award for reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in connection with the proceeding and any such proceeding must be conducted in Hot Springs, AR. This agreement and attachments shall be construed according to the laws of the State of Arkansas and Federal Laws of the United States.
The performance of this agreement is subject to termination by either party without liability upon the occurrence of any circumstance beyond the control of either party – such as but not limited to acts of God, war, government regulations, disaster, strikes, civil disorders, or other emergencies making it illegal or impossible for either party to substantially meet its performance obligations under this Agreement.
The Simply Travel Team makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies. Every effort is made to instruct our food suppliers on the severity of food allergies. In addition, there is always a risk of contamination. Some Items may contain allergen ingredients without prior notice due to manufacturer or unit substitutions. Those concerned with food allergies must be aware of this risk. Simply Travel, LLC is unable to assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed, or items one may come into contact with while travelling with us. If there are any questions regarding specific menu item ingredient(s), one must consult the onsite manager to ensure that the particular menu item is free of said allergens before consuming.
Itinerary Changes
The operator reserves the right to vary itineraries should circumstances dictate, as well as cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements, or circumstances beyond its control. Hotels listed are to be used as a guide only unless specified as confirmed. Confirmed hotels are subject to change beyond our control. In this situation we will arrange an alternative property as similar as possible. The advertised tours require minimum numbers to depart. Should these not be met the operator reserves the right to cancel arrangements.
Cancellation Policy
Tour Cancellation: Simply Travel LLC reserves the right to cancel any tour due to lack of interest or participation. In the event of cancellation your tour will be refunded.
Customer Cancellation: Once booked, non-refundable. We can assist in transferring your booking (name change) at no additional charge excluding cruises.
