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14-Night Christmas & New Year Cruise

Aboard Scenic Opal (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours) | Departing Budapest to Amsterdam | 2 Available Departures from $8,268

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14 NightsDuration
Scenic Luxury Cruises & ToursCruise LineScenic OpalCruise ShipBudapestEmbarkation PortRhine (Europe)Region$8,268Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGEBudapest, Vienna, Durnstein, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg
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Dec 22, 2026
Voyage #CHAA221226.2
Jan 05, 2027Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$8,268
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Dec 22, 2028
Voyage #CHAA221228.2
Jan 05, 2029Call for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive RateCall for Exclusive Rate$9,008
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Christmas & New Year Route Map
Day 1

Budapest (Budapest)

Your journey begins in the picturesque city of Budapest, one of Europe’s most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873, when a newly built bridge connected the two. The city is an architectural treasure

Day 2

Budapest (Budapest)

Get a different perspective of Budapest with a variety of fascinating activities to choose from today.  Scenic Freechoice: Budapest in Depth: Visit both Buda and Pest, the two districts that are separated by the Danube. See the Várkert Bazár before crossin

Day 3

Cruising Day (Cruising Day)

Today perhaps wake to a coffee delivered to your suite by your butler as you cruise the majestic Danube River towards Vienna, the Austrian capital. Perhaps recline in the Salt Therapy Lounge, enjoy an aperitif on the Sun Deck or make new friends in Panorama Lounge, befo

Day 4

Vienna (Vienna)

Merry Christmas. Spend this special day admiring the spectacular scenery of Vienna, a city full of festive grandeur. Discover the world’s most beautiful boulevard, the Ringstrasse, and the legacy of the Habsburg monarchy. Today, choose how you’d like to explore.&

Day 5

Durnstein > Melk (Durnstein > Melk)

This morning your Space-Ship will dock in the quaint town of Dürnstein, where you have ample free time to wander at your leisure. Surrounded by vineyards, the town has historical buildings that date back to the 12th century, including the hilltop ruins of Dürnstein&nbsp

Day 6

Brandstatt > Passau (Brandstatt > Passau)

Today, choose from two completely different yet equally fascinating full day Scenic Freechoice excursions, or relax with a walking tour. Scenic Freechoice: Full day excursion to Salzburg: Journey via coach to Salzburg, Austria. Surrounded by alpine peaks and on the banks of the Salzach Riv

Day 7

Regensburg (Regensburg)

You will arrive in Regensburg just before lunch today. Set on the confluence of three rivers in Bavaria, Regensburg is a delight to explore.  Scenic Freechoice: Regensburg walking tour: Your expert local guide will show you the old stone bridge, the Church of St James, and the Porta Praetoria a

Day 8

Nuremberg (Nuremberg)

You will arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria’s second-largest city, this afternoon. Boasting an Old Town protected by an ancient city wall, this city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th century Imperial Castle, which was the preferre

Day 9

Bamberg (Bamberg)

Cruise into Bamberg this morning and join a guided tour to explore the World Heritage-listed Old Town. A charming Old Town Hall which occupies an island on its own, a Gothic and Romanesque-style cathedral and the Old and New Residences – an episcopal palace, a pretty ‘Little Venice&

Day 10

Wurzburg (Wurzburg)

Cruise into Würzburg this morning. This Baroque city straddles the Main River in the heart of Franconian wine country. Surrounded by undulating vineyards, Würzburg is home to a World Heritage-listed palace, a dominating hilltop fortress, the 15th century Old Main Bridge, and three universi

Day 11

Cruising Day (Cruising Day)

Happy New Year! Today enjoy a day cruising the spectacular Rhine River and enjoying time to relax on board. Hit the modern gym, catch up with friends in River Cafe or simply kick back on the Sun Deck with a drink and watch the world pass by.

Day 12

Rudesheim (Rudesheim)

This morning you will disembark in Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for 2,000 years. Take a mini train from the pier to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, where some 350 musical instruments from the 18th and 19

Day 13

Cologne (Cologne)

You will arrive in Cologne this morning. This is a city known for its liberal and laidback lifestyle, a unique beer culture, thriving auto industry and cathedral that dominates its skyline. Discover Cologne on a walking tour. Wander the laneways of the historical Old Town, which is home to breweries

Day 14

Amsterdam (Amsterdam)

Amsterdam is a treasure trove of urban beauty. Look around and you’ll find architectural marvels, masterpiece-filled galleries, boats putting along 16th century canals, narrow cobbled laneways filled with boutiques and cafes and streets busy with cyclists. Often referred to

Day 15

Amsterdam (Amsterdam)

It’s time to farewell your fellow guests and Scenic crew, taking with you a wealth of memories and festive cheer.  Due to new restrictions on cruise ships at Amsterdam’s city docks, your cruise is now likely to embark and/or disembark at a port outside central Amsterdam. I

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This 14-night Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours voyage aboard Scenic Opal embarks in Budapest and concludes in Amsterdam, visiting Budapest, Vienna, Durnstein, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg. Fares start at $8,268 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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