Whether it’s glittering charm or picturesque streets - the cities along the Danube sparkle in festive splendor during the Christmas season. Experience memorable holidays featuring excellent cuisine, top-quality service, and a diverse program.
Tuesday, 22nd December 2026 – Monday, 28th December 2026
PD = promenade deck | OD = upper deck | HD = main deck | HDA = main deck astern
Get an overview of our ship and the various decks in advance. Take a look at our deck plan to choose your favourite spot on board now.
Click HERE for the deck plan.
🧭 Christmas on board
On Christmas Eve, celebrate with the captain and the Orthodox crew, who observe their holiday around Epiphany (January 5th/6th).
🍽️ Shared table dining
Our many Go-Solo guests enjoy every meal at the large, round table in the restaurant—the perfect place to meet like-minded people.
Note: When booking double cabins, it is not possible to reserve a seat at this table.
🔎 A behind-the-scenes look
A special guided ship tour of around two hours with a crew member offers insights into life on board.
Your preferred date / route / cabin category is no longer available?
We would be happy to put you on our waiting list free of charge and without obligation, or make an advance reservation for you for next year.
If you wish, we can also note your details today to ensure you receive our catalogue with the travel dates for the following year.
Individual arrival in Passau. 3:15 p.m. Transfer from the parking lot (Donau Touristik private car park) or Passau main station (from ICE 93) to the ship. Embarkation of the MS Primadonna at 4:30 p.m. Welcome show in the on board theater.
Wednesday, ViennaArrival in Vienna-Nussdorf after lunch (around 2:00 p.m.). Time for individual sightseeing or optional: Vienna city tour (approx. 2,5 hours) with a stop at Schönbrunn Palace, including one hot beverage at the Advent market. 8:00 p.m. departure towards Esztergom. Evening entertainment in the onboard theater.
After breakfast, arrival in Esztergom. Optional: walk to the Basilica and guided tour. Cruise through the Danube Bend, also known as the “Hungarian Wachau.” Festive Christmas celebration on board with the captain and crew, including a small gift. Followed by a five-course Christmas dinner, including a champagne aperitif and paired wines.
Friday, BudapestIn the morning, individual sightseeing in Hungary’s capital. Optional: Budapest city tour (approx. 3 hours). Lunch on board. In the afternoon, time for an individual visit to one of the famous cafés. Cruise through the festively illuminated Hungarian metropolis, including a mulled wine on the sun deck. Evening entertainment in the onboard theater.
Saturday, BratislavaIn the morning, time for individual sightseeing, or optional: guided walking tour (approx. 2 hours) including a stroll through the magnificent park of Bratislava Castle. Departure at 1:00 p.m., followed by lunch on board. Entertainment program in the onboard theater.
Sunday, LinzDisembarkation. Transfer to the main railway station (ICE 28/Passau from 11:34 AM) or to the car park.
Monday, PassauArrival at 9:30 a.m. Disembarkation. Transfer to the main train station (ICE 28 / departing Passau at 11:34 a.m.) or transfer to the parking lot.
In the interests of your safety, the 1st captain may change the programme at any time (even at short notice) due to high water, low water or other cases of FORCE MAJEURE. Arrival times are subject to lock waiting times and normal water levels.
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Two bed bunk bed | full board
- main deck - astern
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 887,- Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
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Two bed | full board
- main deck
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 1.068,- Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
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Two bed | full board
- upper deck
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 1.495,- Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
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Two bed | full board
- promenade deck
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 1.529,- Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
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bunk bed cabin for single use | full board
- main deck - astern
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 1.205,- Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
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Two bed cabin for single use | full board
- main deck
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 1.602,- Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
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Two bed cabin for single use | full board
- upper deck
- 7 days
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22.12.2026 | season price
€ 2.616,25 Arrival Tu
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22.12.2026 | season price
- Cruise with 6 x full board in the booked double cabin, including harbour fees. Shower/toilet/TV/telephone/safe/minibar/adjustable heating/air conditioningPassenger transfer to/from the ship (fixed times) in Passau
- Passenger transfer to/from the ship (fixed times) in Passau
- Free use of the wellness area (whirlpool, sauna, Kneipp pool)
- 2 x hydro jet waterbed massages (approx. 15 minutes each) per cabin
- 5 x entertainment evenings according itinerary and a festive Christmas celebration
- Mulled wine on the open deck upon arrival in Budapest
- Organ concert on the Bruckner Organ in Linz
- · Vienna city tour
- · Guided tour of Esztergom Cathedral
- · Budapest city tour
- · Guided tour of Bratislava
*Please book additional services at the same time. Some excursions can also be booked individually subject to availability and according to the price list on board (e.g. Budapest city tour approx. € 55). Minimum of 20 participants.
If you have a cheaper offer for bike tours, bike and boat tours or cruises with the same services or dates at the time of booking, please send us a copy of the offer by e-mail. If you book at Donau Touristik, you will receive the best price.
Main deck: + 50 % surcharge
Upper & promenade decks: + 75 % surcharge
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Early-bird discount on rail travel
- Secure an early booking discount of up to €160 per person! When booking by May 31, 2026, and entering the promotion code "BAHN", you will receive free train travel from anywhere in Germany/Austria to Passau and back (from ICE/EC/IC stations, 2nd class with train reservation and seat reservation required)! Please notify us when booking; no discount will be applied if not used.Cannot be combined with other discounts or promotional codes. on arrival Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su from 22.12. - 22.12.2026
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web discount
- € 10,- per person on arrival Tu from 22.12. - 22.12.2026
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child discount
- 100 % for children up to 5.9 years in double cabin main deck (max. 4 pers.) or upper deck (max. 3 pers.) with 2 full-paying adults (max. 2 children) on arrival Tu from 22.12. - 22.12.2026
- 75 % for 3rd or 4th person up to 18 years with 3/4 bed occupancy on the upper deck/main deck with 2 full-paying adults on arrival Tu from 22.12. - 22.12.2026
- 25 % 2 children up to 15 years in extra cabin next to parents on main deck on arrival Tu from 22.12. - 22.12.2026
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Promotional code
- If you have a promotion code, add it in the booking mask. After we have checked the validity and amount we will reduce the price on your final invoice. on arrival Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa, Su from 22.12. - 22.12.2026