Day 1 December 08, 2026 Istanbul – Vienna
We transfer to Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. Meeting with our guide at 05:30, after baggage and passport procedures, we depart for Vienna with Turkish Airlines flight TK1883 at 08:30. Following our arrival in Vienna at 08:35 local time, passport and customs procedures are completed. Afterwards, we start our Vienna city tour. We begin our tour with a photo stop of approximately 20 minutes at Hundertwasserhaus, the work of the famous architect Hundertwasser. Then, we pass to the city center after a short walk around Belvedere Palace.
While our panoramic tour continues along Ringstrasse, where Vienna's magnificent buildings are located, we will see the Vienna State Opera House, the Parliament Building, the Burgtheater, and the Votive Church. Moving to the old town area, we take a short break at St. Stephan's Square, where St. Stephan's Cathedral is located.
During our tour, Graben and Kohlmarkt streets, Michaeler Square, Hofburg Palace, Albertina Square where the Spanish Riding School is located, the Opera House, and the historic Hotel Sacher will also be among the sights to see.
Free time for lunch in the city center will be provided (lunch is at the guests' own expense). In the afternoon, transfer to our ship and cabin check-in.
Dinner will be served after the welcome cocktail where the captain and crew will be introduced.
Overnight stay is on our ship, and our ship will remain docked at the Port of Vienna.
Day 2 December 09, 2026 Vienna - Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens
After breakfast on board, we take our excursion to Schönbrunn Palace, the summer residence of the Habsburg Dynasty and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In the palace, one of the most magnificent examples of Baroque architecture, we will visit the ornate halls, official reception rooms, and magnificent interiors where we will witness the life of the imperial family. Following the palace tour, we will have the opportunity to take a pleasant walk and take photos in the vast Schönbrunn Gardens, famous for their symmetrical layout and statues. Guests who wish may spend free time in the gardens or explore points overlooking the view of Vienna.
Return to our ship at the designated time. Our ship will depart from the Port of Vienna at 18:30.
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 3 December 10, 2026 Budapest
Our ship will arrive in Budapest at 10:30 in the morning. After breakfast on board, we start our Budapest city tour in the city that spreads across both banks of the Danube River and takes on a completely different atmosphere during the Christmas season.
During our city tour; Buda Castle, Fisherman's Bastion, Matthias Church, Chain Bridge, Parliament Building, and Heroes' Square will be seen panoramically, and information about the history and architecture of Budapest will be provided.
Following our tour, free time will be given at Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market, considered one of the most delightful Christmas markets in Europe. In this magical market, you will have the opportunity to spend pleasant time among traditional Hungarian delicacies, mulled wine, handmade souvenirs, and New Year decorations.
Return to our ship at the designated time. Dinner will be served on board.
Our ship will depart from the Port of Budapest at 21:00, and overnight stay will be on board.
Day 4 December 11, 2026 Bratislava
Our ship will arrive in Bratislava at 14:00 at noon. Upon arrival, we start our city tour in Bratislava, one of the most charming capitals of Central Europe.
During our tour; Bratislava Castle, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, Old Town Square, and historic streets will be seen. Following our city center tour, free time will be given at the Bratislava Christmas Markets, which add a distinct atmosphere to the city during the Christmas season. In these markets, you will have the opportunity to spend pleasant time among local Slovak delicacies, hot drinks, and handmade souvenirs.
Return to our ship at the designated time. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 5 December 12, 2026 Vienna – Istanbul
Our ship will arrive in Vienna in the morning hours. After breakfast on board, we complete our check-out procedures from the ship.
Until the airport transfer time, time will be allocated for personal activities, free time in the city, and shopping. Guests who wish can visit Parndorf Outlet with the complimentary transfer to be organized. Outlet transfer will be provided by us.
Transfer to the airport at the designated time.
Departure for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1888 at 19:05.
Arrival in Istanbul at 23:30 local time and end of our tour.
