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From Regensburg to Budapest

Holiday Magic: Danube Family River Cruise - Eastbound

Dates:
23 Dec - 30 Dec 2026
Duration:
7 Nights
Journey type:
Cruise only (please call for flight options)
No. of ports:
7
Ship:
ms Joy
Cruise Line:
Tauck River Cruising
Fares:

From £4,440 pp

Horse and carriage in Salzburg, Austria

From Regensburg to Budapest

Holiday Magic: Danube Family River Cruise - Eastbound

Dates:
23 Dec - 30 Dec 2026
Duration:
7 Nights
Journey type:
Cruise only (please call for flight options)
No. of ports:
7
Ship:
ms Joy
Cruise Line:
Tauck River Cruising
Fares:

From £4,440 pp

Voyage Itinerary

23 December

Setting sail from Regensburg

Originally founded by the Celts and later an important Roman settlement, Regensburg is one of Bavaria's lesser known gems. Situated on the northernmost bend of the Danube, it's a friendly and laid back city, with an exceptionally well preserved medieval centre.

Regensburg, Germany

24 December

Germany: Passau

The pretty Bavarian town of Passau, situated close to Germany’s border with Austria, enjoys a unique setting at the confluence of three rivers: the Inn, the Ilz and the Danube. The narrow cobbled streets of the handsome old town, the Altstadt, are quite delightful.
Passau, Germany

25 December

Austria: Linz (Salzburg)

The city of Linz is included on river cruise itineraries due to its proximity to Salzburg, which is where you’ll most likely be headed. Salzburg’s Altstadt attracts millions of visitors every year with its fairytale skyline of domes and spires, and the city is renowned as both the birthplace of Mozart and the setting for ‘The Sound of Music’.
Christmas markets in Salzburg, Austria

26 December

Austria: Dürnstein

One of the prettiest towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley, little Dürnstein charms visitors with its handsome 16th century architecture. Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned in the castle that sits on the hillside above the town, and the region is also famous for its wine.
Durnstein, Wachau Valley, Austria

27 December to 28 December

Austria: Vienna

Vienna is jam packed full of thrusting, bombastic buildings that stand as a reminder of Austria’s glorious imperial heyday. From mid-November the city's squares are transformed into magical Christmas markets, where fairy lights twinkle and the air is heady with aromas of sizzling sausage, gingerbread and Glühwein.
Vienna Christmas market

29 December

Slovakia: Bratislava

Bratislava, Slovakia’s quaint little capital, straddles the Danube close to the border with Austria and Hungary. The compact old town is the best place to begin your exploration, before heading up to the hilltop castle for commanding views of the city and surrounding countryside.
Christmas market in Bratislava, Slovakia

30 December

Arriving in Budapest

Budapest is one of Eastern Europe’s most appealing cities, a vibrant and welcoming capital that straddles the Danube. The history of Budapest has been somewhat turbulent, but plenty of beautiful buildings survive, including the imposing Parliament and iconic St Stephen’s Basilica.
Christmas tree outside St Stephen's Basilica, Budapest, Hungary
Hungarian goulash

Our tip

Hungarian cuisine is vastly underrated; don’t visit Budapest without trying goulash, the paprika-infused national dish.

The ship

ms Joy

Capacity:
130 Guests
Crew:
44 Staff
Style:
Active days followed by sophisticated evenings.

Tauck's most modern design offers one of the highest space per guest ratios of all European river vessels.

What we love

Rich woods are complimented by muted tones, giving these ships an airy and luxurious feel. The alternative restaurant with outside seating at the rear is an idyllic place for a relaxed lunch as you cruise to your next call and the regional cuisine served in the Dining Room is excellent.

Learn more about ms Joy
Tauck - ms Inspire

inclusions

  • All meals in all venues
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Soft drinks, speciality coffees and teas
  • Sightseeing and excursions
  • Bicycles and fitness centre
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Gratuities

Tailor-make your trip

Ways to make it better
    • Hotel Palazzo Zichy, Budapest

      Our favourite hotel in Budapest

      We like the Hotel Palazzo Zichy on the Pest side of the river, which used to be the residence of Count Nándor Zichy.

    • Tokaji aszú wine, Hungary

      A taste of Hungary

      If you’re a wine lover, you really should visit the world’s oldest classified wine region, known for its sweet Tokaji aszú dessert wine.

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