Christmas on the Danube
Holiday Highlights
- Cruise through the Wachau to call at Durnstein
- Arriving in Vienna on Christmas Eve
- A tour of the Austrian capital on Christmas Day
- A visit to Melk
- Special festive meals and entertainment on board
- Embark A-ROSA DONNA in Engelhartszell
What's Included
- Four nights' Premium Inclusive cruise accommodation
- Return travel from the UK to Germany (unless you select our Tour Only option)
- Included coach transfers to the ship (unless you select our Tour Only option)
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- On-board activities and entertainment
- Gourmet buffet dining with live cooking stations
- Flexible mealtimes
- A FREE unlimited Premium Inclusive drinks package including water, soft drinks, speciality teas and coffees, beer, wine, spirits and cocktails throughout the day and evening
- Occasional regional treats and specialities to complement your destination that day
- Afternoon tea with freshly prepared cakes and pastries
- 15 per cent off on a range of beauty and wellness treatments in the on-board spa, SPA-ROSA
- The services of an International Host and an experienced English-speaking crew
- All port taxes and surcharges
Itinerary
Day 1
Travel to Germany, and transfer to Engelhartszell near Passau, where A-ROSA DONNA waits. Settle into your cabin, and prepare to depart in the early evening as your delightful Christmas river cruise begins.
Day 2
Enjoy a memorable Christmas Eve, as A-ROSA DONNA docks in Durnstein. This pretty medieval city is one of the most popular spots in the Wachau region, and sits beneath the ruins of Burgruine Durnstein, the castle where Richard the Lionheart was once held captive. Wander the streets, taking in the sights until your ship leaves Durnstein to meander through the Wachau Valley. This UNESCO heritage site, which runs between Melk and Krems, boasts some of the most majestic scenery anywhere along the Danube.By the mid evening you'll have arrived in Vienna. The city is a wonder to behold at Christmas, and you'll discover decorations everywhere, and elegant buildings lit by floodlights or draped with festive lights, if you choose to head ashore this evening.
A-ROSA Donna
Each of A-ROSA's elegant river cruise vessels has been built specifically for the river upon which it sails, offering spacious, contemporary public areas, light, bright cabins and a casual-yet-stylish cruising experience.
Facilities
- Relax on a comfy sun lounger, admiring the views of castles, vineyard-clad hills and enchanting riverside towns and villages (perhaps with a drink from the bar), or enjoy a game of shuffleboard or giant chess with friends. Each river cruiser has either a whirlpool or plunge pool, perfect for keeping cool on those warmer days. On fine days you'll also find A-ROSA chefs on the top deck, barbecuing so you can enjoy a lunch with a view.
Terms and conditions
This 5% Discount and Free Gift offer applies to new bookings on air-inclusive and A-ROSA river cruise holidays (including tour-only and Eurostar packages) made between 2nd and 31st January 2020 inclusive (only). Offer excludes all departures with late-availability pricing and all Wimbledon packages. Prices shown when booking do not include the discount, which will be applied to your booking once the correct promo code (WINEFIVE or HAMPERFIVE) has been used and will be confirmed before purchase. The discount applies to your final holiday price (excluding holiday insurance) at the time of booking. Your chosen gift will be dispatched within 30 days of your holiday return date. If you cancel your holiday, your free gift and travel pillow will not be dispatched. One free gift plus one travel pillow per booking. No cash equivalent can be given. Newmarket Holidays reserves the right to supply a gift that is different to that shown for promotional purposes, but guarantees that the gift value will remain the same. Free gifts are not available on bookings with postal addresses in the Channel Islands. The Free Wine gift is available to over-18s only. Your Free Travel Pillow will be dispatched in March, before you travel. By choosing a free gift you are agreeing that you will provide a valid address and will allow us to send this, and any other necessary data, to the free-gift supplier for the sole purpose of fulfilling the order of the free gift. The gift supplier will not use this information for any other purpose. Newmarket Holidays will use this data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. The terms and conditions in our Booking Conditions do not apply to any matters concerning the provision of the free gift.
Special requirements
If you have notified us of any special requirements, please check that they have been noted and acknowledged. This is especially important with any dietary needs you may have.
Optional shore excursions
Optional excursions are available on all cruises. If the number of bookings needed to operate any excursion is not reached, the excursion may be cancelled.
Disabled guests and guests in need of assistance
All ships have stairs, are not equipped with lifts, and may not be suitable for passengers with restricted mobility. Wheelchairs cannot be used on board.
Foreign Office travel advice
Visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice to find out the latest Foreign And Commonwealth Office travel advice for your holiday destination, as well as information about passports and visas.
Dress code
The dress code on board and ashore is comfortable and casual; we recommend that you bring sturdy footwear for excursions. For the restaurant we recommend smart casual dress. Please remember to bring warmer clothes for evenings out on deck.
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi is provided free of charge in accordance with A-ROSA's conditions of use. You can request a login and password from reception. Internet reception is limited and will vary from location to location.
Pool
A heated pool can be found on the sun deck of the following ships: A-ROSA DONNA, FLORA, SILVA and STELLA.
Whirlpool
A heated Whirlpool can be found on the following ships: A-ROSA AQUA, and VIVA.
Cabin facilities
In your cabin you will find a safe installed in the wardrobe, a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, insect screens and pool towels. The power supply in your cabin is 220 V/50 Hz. All sockets are European two-pin, meaning you will need to bring an adapter.
Air-conditioning
All A-ROSA vessels are air-conditioned throughout, with individual climate control in each cabin.
Drinking water
The water on board is potable, and bottled water is provided in your cabin.
Tipping
Tipping is not compulsory, but from experience we know that many passengers like to leave gratuities for the crew. At the end of the cruise you will find a tip box for the entire crew at the reception and the suggested amount is five Euros per guest per day. Of course, you are free to tip individual crew members at any time, should you wish.
Luggage
Where possible, we recommend non-rigid suitcases as these are easier to store within your cabin.
Itinerary changes
On rare occasions, the Captain may need to alter the Cruise Itinerary. If this happens, the Cruise Manager will keep passengers informed.