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12 NIGHTS | UNIWORLD BOUTIQUE RIVER CRUISES | S.S. HELEN

12-Night Grand Christmas & New Year's (2028) Cruise

Aboard S.S. Helen (Uniworld Boutique River Cruises) | Departing Nuremberg to Budapest | 3 Available Departures from $6,929

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12 NightsDuration
Uniworld Boutique River CruisesCruise LineS.S. HelenCruise ShipNurembergEmbarkation PortEuropeRegion$6,929Starting Fare
PORTS OF CALL ON THIS VOYAGENuremberg, Regensburg, Deggendorf, Vilshofen, Linz, Durnstein, Vienna, Budapest
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Upcoming Sailings & Stateroom Fares (3)

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Dec 22, 2026
Voyage #66715
Jan 03, 2027Call for Exclusive Rate$7,199$8,549$16,199
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Dec 22, 2027
Voyage #82155
Jan 03, 2028Call for Exclusive Rate$7,349$8,249$18,199
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Dec 22, 2028
Voyage #91515
Jan 03, 2029Call for Exclusive Rate$6,929$8,279$18,269
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PORT-BY-PORT TIMELINE

Day-by-Day Cruise Itinerary

Grand Christmas & New Year's (2028) Route Map
Day 1

Nuremberg (NUR)

Arrive at Nuremberg Airport. If you have arranged a Uniworld arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the ship.

Day 2

Nuremberg (NUR)

You could not ask for a more perfect place to begin a celebration of the holiday season than Nuremberg. The historic Old Town is an archetypal German medieval city and is home to a world-renowned gingerbread called lebkuchen.

Day 3

Cruising the Main-Danube Canal, Regensburg (RGB)

Spend a leisurely day onboard as you cruise along a marvel of modern engineering, the 106-mile-long Main-Danube Canal. Tonight, celebrate Christmas Eve in the enchanting town of Regensburg, known for its stunningly preserved medieval quarter.

Day 4

Regensburg (RGB)

The Old Town of Regensburg sparkles with holiday lights and decorations this time of year, adding to its already considerable charms and captivating architectural style. Check out the best and brightest cultural sights and plunge into the town’s ancient past.

Day 5

Cruising the Danube River, Deggendorf (Theresienthal) (DEG)

Take some time today to explore the beautifully expansive and heavily wooded Bavarian Forest. As the largest continuous forested region in Europe, there’s plenty to uncover—like unspoiled landscapes, abundant wildlife, and idyllic atmosphere.

Day 6

Cruising the Danube River, Passau (PSU)

Located at the confluence of three rivers, Passau is a lovely place to take a stroll with a local expert who will regale you with stories about the town’s colorful (and ancient) past.

Day 7

Linz (Salzburg) (LNZ)

Mozart’s birthplace of Salzburg is nestled in a glorious alpine setting that sparkles like a winter wonderland. You definitely chose the perfect time of year to explore this refined and much-loved city. If you’re a fan of “The Sound of Music,” all the better—you will recognize locations from the Osc

Day 8

Cruising the Wachau Valley, Durnstein (DSN)

After a scenic cruise through the Wachau Valley, we’ll reach the village of Dürnstein. Walk along the cobbled streets, browse the shops selling apricot schnapps, and maybe take a quick jaunt up to a ruined castle (with an intriguing tale all its own).

Day 9

Vienna (VIE)

Vienna is a city steeped in history, music, and elegant architecture. Mozart, Austria’s most famous citizen, was at the height of his creative powers when he lived here, writing perhaps his best-known works, including “The Marriage of Figaro,” “Don Giovanni,” and “Eine Kleine Nachtmusik.”

Day 10

Vienna (VIE)

Begin the day with a visit to a palace that pays tribute to the taste and wealth of the Habsburg emperors, spend some time exploring Vienna on your own, and then ring in the New Year in style.

Day 11

Vienna, Cruising the Danube River (VIE)

After enjoying some extra free time to explore Vienna on your own, relax onboard as the ship cruises to Budapest. You have the morning at leisure. You could relax onboard or ramble through glorious Vienna.

Day 12

Budapest (BUD)

Located on opposite sides of the Danube, Buda and Pest each have their own distinctive character and allure. You’ll get a taste of this dynamic capital with a city tour that will show you all the highlights.

Day 13

Budapest (BUD)

Disembark the ship. If you have arranged a Uniworld departure transfer, you will be transferred to the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home.

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300 EURO per Couple Shipboard Credit (2027)

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300 EURO per Couple Shipboard Credit (2026)

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Frequently Asked Questions About 12-Night Grand Christmas & New Year's (2028) (S.S. Helen)

What is included in the 12-Night Grand Christmas & New Year's (2028) cruise aboard S.S. Helen?

This 12-night Uniworld Boutique River Cruises voyage aboard S.S. Helen embarks in Nuremberg and concludes in Budapest, visiting Nuremberg, Regensburg, Deggendorf, Vilshofen, Linz, Durnstein, Vienna, Budapest. Fares start at $6,929 per person based on double occupancy, plus eligible Vincent Vacations onboard credits.

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