🎄 Tauck Christmas Markets Along the Danube – 2026 

Dec 15, 2026 | ms Joy | Westbound | From $5,990 pp AUD

This 700-year-old holiday tradition gets right to the heart of what Christmas is truly all about. The old-world charm of Europe shines brightest at this time of year — cobblestone streets lined with festive lights, centuries-old Christmas Markets filled with handcrafted treasures, the aroma of gingerbread and roasting chestnuts, and steaming mugs of mulled wine warming your hands as you wander. It's Christmas the way it was meant to be experienced.

Step into this timeless celebration on a luxurious Danube river cruise from Vienna to Nürnberg aboard the beautifully decorated ms Savor or ms Joy, enjoying Tauck’s signature sightseeing and exclusive events along the way.

⭐ Why Travel with Tauck?

For nearly 100 years, Tauck has set the gold standard in guided travel, offering exceptional journeys designed with thoughtfulness, depth, and an unmatched level of care. Their river cruises feature seamless service, insider access, and intimate group sizes that make every guest feel like a VIP. From curated sightseeing and exclusive events you simply can't book on your own, to all-inclusive value that covers gratuities, dining, transfers, and excursions, Tauck handles every detail so you can fully immerse yourself in the magic of the season. With expertly trained Tauck Directors, beautifully appointed riverboats, and a legacy of award-winning hospitality, a Christmas Market cruise with Tauck is more than a holiday — it’s a truly unforgettable experience delivered with warmth, heart, and world-class expertise.

✨ Highlights Include:

• Visits to Vienna, Salzburg, Linz, Passau, Regensburg & Nürnberg Christmas Markets

• Private tours of Melk Abbey and Thurn und Taxis Palace, plus its private Christmas Market

• Festive European holiday dinners & onboard events

• Glühwein, seasonal treats & baking demonstrations

• Performance by alumni of the Regensburger Domspatzen

• All gratuities, meals, transfers & Tauck excursions included

From the twinkling lights of Vienna’s Rathausplatz to the world-famous Christkindlesmarkt of Nürnberg, every stop immerses you in the charm of Europe at Christmas. Luxurious comfort, old-world beauty, and the warmth of the season await.

✨ Day-by-Day Itinerary

📅 Day 1 – Arrive Nürnberg / Embark

Welcome aboard; evening to soak in Nürnberg’s festive atmosphere.

🎄 Day 2 – Nürnberg

Iconic Christkindlesmarkt, Old Town walking tour, lebkuchen, crafts & glühwein.

🏰 Day 3 – Regensburg

Medieval Christmas Market, cathedral district, private Thurn und Taxis Palace tour & exclusive market; evening musical performance.

⛪ Day 4 – Passau

St. Stephan’s Cathedral Market, Europe’s largest organ, time to explore freely.

🎶 Day 5 – Salzburg

Cathedral Square market, Baroque Old Town, festive lunch.Or Linz: Christkindlmarkt, riverside charm & relaxed exploring.

📚 Day 6 – Melk / Wachau Valley / Vienna

Tour magnificent Melk Abbey, cruise through the Wachau Valley, arrive in Vienna.

👑 Day 7 – Vienna

City sightseeing, Schönbrunn Palace & market, Rathausplatz market, festive lunch at Palais Pallavicini.

✈️ Day 8 – Homeward Bound

Disembark in Vienna; transfer to airport.

Book your Christmas Market cruise now – a holiday memory that will last a lifetime!

💬 Interested? Let’s Plan Your Escape

Jade Williams Travel📞 0413 571 735📧 jwilliams@mtatravel.com.au