11 Day Christmas Markets Danube & Main River Cruise with Prague Monarch Princess
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- Day 1DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for the Czech RepublicSat, Dec 04, 2027Depart for the Czech Republic
- Day 2DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in PragueSun, Dec 05, 2027Arrive in the Golden City of Prague and transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure in Prague, considered one of Europe's most attractive cities; its city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, enjoy a drink and orientation meeting with your local host at the hotel at approximately 6 PM
Overnight: Prague - Day 3DAY 3, Monday - Prague City Tour & Christmas MarketMon, Dec 06, 2027Discover Prague this morning on a city tour. Visit the 1000-year-old Hradcany Castle grounds, former residence of the Bohemian kings. Take in the views of the Charles Bridge and Lesser Town below and see the elegant courtyards, St. George Basilica, and the St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue to the Jewish Quarter and the Old Town Square to view the world-famous Astronomical Clock and Town Hall. The rest of the day is free to explore the enchanting Christmas markets. View traditional wooden stalls offering handmade crafts, ornaments, and Czech delicacies
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast - Day 4DAY 4, Tuesday - Pilsen, Cruise Embarkation in RegensburgTue, Dec 07, 2027This morning, bid farewell to Prague and head to the port in Regensburg. On your way, stop in the city of Pilsen for a city tour. Visit Republic Square, one of the largest medieval squares in the Czech Republic, and gaze upon the gothic style of St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and Old Town Hall. View the onion domes of the Great Synagogue, followed by free time to explore Pilsen on your own. Later, continue to the port in Regensburg for embarkation. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 5DAY 5, Wednesday - Regensburg City Tour & Christmas MarketWed, Dec 08, 2027Explore Regensburg, one of Germany's largest and best-preserved medieval cities, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided walking tour highlights the city's stunning architecture as you view the Old Town Hall, Dom St. Peter, and the Porta Praetoria, the gateway to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at the beautiful churches and one of the oldest stone bridges crossing the Danube
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 6DAY 6, Thursday - Nuremberg City Tour & Christmas MarketThu, Dec 09, 2027Continue cruising this morning and marvel at the stunning scenery along the way. After lunch, arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's energetic city with its history of almost one thousand years. View the historic Palace of Justice, where the War Crimes Tribunal met in 1946, known as the Nuremberg Trials, and the chilling Nazi Rally Grounds, where mass events were held to fuel party propaganda. After destruction in WWII, the city has been reconstructed. Explore the renowned Christmas market in the Old Town which attracts visitors from all over the world. The air is scented with a Yuletide aroma of roasted almonds, fresh gingerbread, and hot chestnuts
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 7DAY 7, Friday - Bamberg City Tour & Christmas MarketFri, Dec 10, 2027Today, dock in historic Bamberg, former residence of one of Germany's most powerful imperial dynasties and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin your tour in the medieval city center with its impressive 11th century Romanesque cathedral and gorgeous rose garden. After, view the unusual City Hall built on a tiny island in the middle of the Regnitz River and Little Venice, an area of colorful fishermen's houses. Bamberg's famous Trail of Nativity Scenes comprises more than 38 churches, chapels, and public places with creches and nativity scenes. The afternoon is yours to discover the various festive markets
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 8DAY 8, Saturday - Wurzburg City Tour & Christmas MarketSat, Dec 11, 2027Discover Wurzburg, named the "Pearl of the Romantic Road," with its dramatic Marienberg fortress, 15th century bridge, and lush vineyards. Your walk takes you to the ornate Bishops' Residenz Palace, a stunning example of Baroque architecture, home to the largest ceiling fresco ever painted, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon, visit the Christmas markets and browse the various wooden stalls. Look out for handmade knitwear, creative jewelry, pewter, and wooden toys. Sample delicious Franconian Christmas specialties along with traditional gluhwein, a popular hot red wine infused with spices and orange peel
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 9DAY 9, Sunday - Wertheim City Tour & Christmas MarketSun, Dec 12, 2027This morning, stroll through Wertheim on your guided tour, a charming German town well-known for its glassworks and Franconian wine. View half-timbered houses and the medieval town center with its historic Market Square. In the afternoon, discover the festive charm of Wertheim's Christmas market, with handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, and a magical holiday atmosphere
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 10DAY 10, Monday - Frankfurt City Tour & Christmas MarketMon, Dec 13, 2027Embark on a walking tour of the city with your local guide. Frankfurt is home of the European Central Bank and financial heart of Germany. Situated on the banks of the River Main, Frankfurt is a city of contrasts. Its famous modern skyline is a striking backdrop of the historic town center, or Römerberg. Spend the afternoon at the Frankfurt Christmas market. Held for over 600 years, this traditional market is the highlight of the holiday season. A variety of stalls feature unique decorations and holiday gifts. A visit to the market is not complete without a glass of mulled wine and some local delicacies
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 11DAY 11, Tuesday - Depart GermanyTue, Dec 14, 2027Transfer to the airport in Frankfurt for your departure flight. The airport is approximately a 30-minute drive from the port. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 AM
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Land/Cruise only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.
Christmas markets opening times vary and are seasonal.
Due to physical constraints and space limitations, wheelchairs and walkers are not allowed on motor coaches and/or river cruises. Kindly refer to our Terms for additional information.
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Great trip,all went smoothly,great tour, lovely sites , great food and drinks. Will go again!!!
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The Gate 1 River Cruise was absolutely amazing.
Simple process and nice to have your own rep. Had travelled on viking before, and found our gate one tour very good compatible for better value
Gate 1 Danube River cruise exceeded our expectations and provided terrific service AND value! Beautiful ship and fabulous staff. Don't let their 'travel for less' slogan mislead you: they deliver FULL VALUE and service. We would travel with them again in a heartbeat.
We had a wonderful time on this trip (14 day Danube with Budapest and Prague). One thing we noticed in the cabin: 1. Lack of outlets/USB ports at bedside tables 2. WiFi was really too basic. Dining room: While the breakfast and desserts were good, the lunch and dinner items left much to be desired. There was a lack of vegetable variety. The soups were very salty and the fish was fishy.
Greatly appreciated the sessions that included information on the next days ports. Also found the on site mini tours of each port very enjoyable. Although we elected to go on much of the optional paid tours, it was great to learn some background information of each site.
I will only book Gare 1 going forward. This was an excellent experience.
Although we had to cut our trip short due to an illness. Shannon was there to make sure everything was taken care of.
GateOne did a great job in every detail. We were pleased with the food, events, tours and staff. The complete tour was delightful. Thanks for a great experience!
The operator's staff was friendly, efficient, and professional. Would definitely travel with them again.
An amazing trip in every way--staff, crew, and, in fact, all who worked on the boat gave A+++ service--have raved about the trip to all my friends. On-land accommodations were also commensurate with ship accommodations, including guides, bus drivers, and hotels and hotel staff. .
We loved the casual atmosphere on the river cruise portion of the trip. Our guides throughout were exceptional in their knowledge and personal relations. The entire staff was always friendly and helpful. There were so many good experiences and trips. We were exhausted by the last day. Maybe too many good experiences with too little time to explore on our own. We were able to see so much for a very reasonable cost. Hopefully, another Gate 1 trip is in our future.
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The staff on this river cruise were amazing so very accommodating. The cruise director was able to handle an issue with my departure time( many phone calls later) and all went as scheduled.