We are to excited to have you join us, Jennifer and Brad, as we celebrate the Christmas Season on a Viking Christmas Market River Cruise!
Lock in your cabin now for 2027!
I can’t think of a better way to kick off the holidays than sailing down the Danube with dear friends, sipping hot chocolate in Vienna, and browsing Christmas markets that have been traditions for centuries.
That’s exactly what we’ll do November 30 – December 7, 2027 on Viking’s Vilhjalm — and I’d love for you to join me on this once-in-a-lifetime journey.
This will be my very first escorted Christmas Market cruise, and I couldn’t be more excited. Imagine strolling through Budapest’s festive Advent Fair, wandering Vienna’s Rathausplatz Market under a glowing 60-foot Christmas tree, or discovering handmade treasures in charming Bratislava and Linz. These are the kinds of magical moments we’ll share together.
Christmas Market River Cruise 2027
🚢 Why River Cruising Is Different
Only 190 guests onboard (no mega-ship crowds!)
Dock in the heart of Europe’s most charming towns
Scenic sailing past castles, vineyards & holiday lights
Inclusive luxury: excursions, Wi-Fi, wine/beer with meals & more
🎄 Itinerary Highlights
Budapest, Hungary: Explore Buda’s Castle District and modern Pest, enjoy the outdoor ice rink, and sample seasonal delicacies.
Bratislava, Slovakia: Admire Bratislava Castle and soak up the festive Old Town.
Vienna, Austria: Step into a fairytale at Vienna’s world-famous Christmas markets.
Krems, Austria: Visit Göttweig Abbey with its stunning frescoes, grand staircase, and historic library.
Wachau Valley: Sail through this UNESCO World Heritage site, lined with vineyards and charming villages.
Linz, Austria: See the nativity at Volksgarten and shop the market stalls in Main Square.
Passau, Germany: Indulge in Bavarian holiday treats at the town’s festive market.
