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Danube Christmas - BASIC

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Danube XMAS Cruise
Danube Christmas Cruise

This is the departure point for your Danube cruise. Our tip: to ensure that you get off to a relaxed start, travel the day before the cruise begins and spend the night at one of our partner hotels. This will allow you to explore the region around Passau, too. And when your ship sets sail for an exciting Danube cruise, you will have already enjoyed your first few adventures.

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Dürnstein

Arr 08:00 am Dep 01:00 pm

Dürnstein is one of the most famous tourist destinations along the Austrian Danube. Experience how the beauty of the wine terraces meets the tradition of medieval architecture. The English King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in the ruins of Dürnstein Castle in the 12th century - a destination not to be missed on your Christmas cruise.

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Trips

€ 45

The alleys of Dürnstein's historic centre are cosy and car-free. Your relaxed stroll leads you to the Collegiate Church with its blue and white spire. With its colourful painting, the precious reliefs and the four obelisks, it is one of the most beautiful baroque towers in Austria. The English King Richard the Lionheart is inseparably connected with the history of Dürnstein. He was imprisoned in the castle of Dürnstein before he was released for a ransom. The ruins of the former Kuenringer castle lie above the town and dominate the image of the little town.

Price:

€ 45 per person

Duration:

approx. 2h

Transport:

walking

Level:

Moderat

Vienna

Arr 07:00 pm

Vienna has many wonderful places. On probably each sparkles another Christmas market and entices with the smell of cinnamon, punch and sweet specialties! Christmas music plays everywhere, and traditional handicrafts tempt you to store against an imperial backdrop. And between all the lively excitement: time to just let yourself drift.

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Vienna has many wonderful places. On probably each sparkles another Christmas market and entices with the smell of cinnamon, punch and sweet specialties! Christmas music plays everywhere, and traditional handicrafts tempt you to store against an imperial backdrop. And between all the lively excitement: time to just let yourself drift.

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Trips

€ 55

On this tour, you will get to know Vienna's most historically significant sights. We will begin with a drive along the Ringstrasse with its magnificent buildings, such as the State Opera, the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History, the Hofburg Palace, the Parliament Building, the city hall, the university, the stock exchange and past numerous palaces and monuments to famous composers, poets and artists. We will then continue to travel along the Prater with its famous Ferris Wheel to the Hundertwasser house, to St. Charles's Church and the Viennese Music Association. One of Vienna's landmarks can only be reached by foot due to its location - St. Stephen's Cathedral. After a brief tour of the outside, you will be taken back to your cruise ship.

This excursion does not take place on the following cruises:
1 Nov | 5 Nov 2023 A-ROSA BELLA Danube Mini Cruise Vienna & Bratislava

Price:

€ 55 per person

Duration:

approx. 3.5h

Transport:

Coach and walking

Level:

Moderat

€ 65

How did Empress Elisabeth, also known as Sisi, Emperor Franz Joseph and Maria Theresa actually live back then? Once a summer residence, later the year-round residence of the emperor, Schönbrunn Palace is an integral part of Vienna's history. It has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1996 and holds valuable insights for you.

This excursion takes place on the Danube Mini Cruise Vienna & Bratislava only on the following departures:
1 Nov 2023 A-ROSA BELLA | 5 Nov 2023 A-ROSA BELLA

Price:

€ 65 per person

Duration:

approx. 3.5h

Transport:

Coach and walking

Level:

Moderat

The UNESCO World Heritage Wachau lies in the Danube valley and enchants you with its beautiful landscapes. And of course, a visit to the landmark of the Wachau, the Benedictine Abbey of Melk, should not be missed. Cities and nature have a special interplay here. A beautiful 2nd day of Christmas on your Danube Christmas trip.

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Trips

€ 49

The Benedictine Abbey Melk is not only the landmark of the Wachau, but also one of faith and Austrian history. Since its founding in 1089, it has been continuously inhabited by Benedictine monks. It is regarded as a masterpiece of fusion of art, culture and nature, of faith and science. Enjoy a wonderful view of the Wachau from the 60-metre-high Melk Abbey, before taking a look at the imposing interior with its many baroque rooms.

Price:

€ 49 per person

Duration:

approx. 2h

Transport:

Coach and walking

Level:

Moderat

After an exciting and thrilling Christmas cruise, you will dock back in Engelhartszell (Passau) today just before the turn of the year. With so many wonderful experiences and enjoyable moments you return home from the Queen of Rivers. Enjoy the last hours on board and in the city of Passau before heading back home. See you soon and Ahoy and a happy new year!

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A-ROSA Basic

The tariff for flexible (or spontaneous) relaxation. For certain travel dates we offer the "A-ROSA Basic" tariff with a limited contingent at short notice.

 

The BASIC Fullboard rate includes the following services:

  • Full boardPlus: Extensive breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet, additional boarding snack embarkation snack and coffee and tea hour
  • Special Welcome & Farewell evenings
  • Culinary extras and regional specials
  • Culinary evening experience as part of the included excursion
  • Kids Club on family cruises and on the A-ROSA SENA all year round
  • Even more extensive service concept with guest relations management
  • Destination scouts provide insider information for individual city experiences on selected cruises
  • Varied daily on-board entertainment with up to two local artists (from 7-night cruises)
  • Use of the water stations (Danube, France and A-ROSA SENA)
  • Free A-ROSA App with a wide range of information about the cruise
  • Airport-ship-airport transfer when booking flights via A-ROSA
  • Reservation of excursions via app or online
  • Free choice of date, ship, route and cabin category
  • Additional e-bike packages (terranova) can be booked (from 7-night trips)

Dates & Prices

Arrival & Hotel

Outbound & Return flight; e.g. with Lufthansa, Air France, Swiss

From various German airports and Zurich to Vienna, incl. transfer Airport – Ship – Airport (incl. taxes).

Flights from € 329 per person

A-ROSA Rail & Cruise

Train operated by Deutsche Bahn from all German train stations to Passau.

Train from € 179 per person (Return / 2nd Class).

Train operated by Deutsche Bahn from all German train stations to Vienna.

Train from € 189 per person (Return / 2nd Class).

Arrive on your own - and park safely!

If you plan your arrival individually, we offer you a parking space in a guarded car park for the length of your cruise.

Price from € 51 per car (Passau)

Price from € 51 per car (Engelhartszell)
 

The hotel is located in the ‘Innstadt‘, which is part of the newly developed district ‘InnViertel‘ of Passau. The hotel offers two and three-room appartments. You can reach within walking distance (approx. 10 minutes) the pedestrian area and the old town with the university and Stephen’s cathedral. A parking lot in the underground car park can be booked additionally for a surcharge per night. Each appartments is equipped with the following facilities: air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flatscreen TV, safe, kitchenette, spacious bathroom with underfloor heating, towel dryer, shower (some rooms with a bathtub), hairdryer, make-up mirror, toilet. The hotel has also a lift.

Included services

Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible

Size ca.

63 sqm
for up to 2 persons

Double occupancy

€ 99 pp

Size ca.

73 sqm
with 2 bedrooms
for up to 4 persons

Double occupancy

€ 119 pp

3-person occupancy

€ 89 pp

4-person occupancy

€ 79 pp

Located in a historical building dating back to the 14th century, Hotel Passauer Wolf has a very special atmosphere. Yet the hotel also meets state-of-the-art standards from extensive refurbishment in 2009. The fantastic location in the middle of the old town, right between the cathedral and the pedestrian zone, makes the hotel a perfect starting point for sightseeing and shopping. Enjoy your complimentary welcome drink at the bar or in your comfortably furnished room. Then relax in the hotel spa’s whirlpool and sauna. Use of the spa is included in the booking price. Free Internet access and a bottle of mineral water are available in each room. For luggage and passenger transfers to / from the A-ROSA transfer in Passau (distance from / to hotel approx. 1–2 km) we recommend a taxi.

Included services

Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible

Double occupancy

€ 69pp

Single occupancy

€ 99 pp

Double occupancy

€ 79 pp

Single occupancy

€ 109 pp

Double occupancy

€ 89 pp

Single occupancy

€ 119 pp

This modern hotel in Passau is located in quiet green surroundings just 200 m from the Danube and 500 m from the town centre on the other side of the river. Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival in the light-filled lobby, by the palms on the terrace or in your comfortable hotel room. The hotel bar is open in the evenings. Alternatively, you can enjoy complete relaxation in the spa, which offers a Finnish sauna, a steam room, a whirlpool and an infrared sauna. Free Internet access and a bottle of mineral water are available in each room. For luggage and passenger transfers to / from the A-ROSA transfer in Passau (distance from / to hotel approx. 1–2 km) we recommend a taxi.

Included services

Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible

Double occupancy

€ 69 pp

Single occupancy

€ 99 pp

Double occupancy

€ 79pp

Single occupancy

€ 109 pp

Double occupancy

€ 89 pp

Single occupancy

€ 119 pp

The Hotel Spitzberg is ideally located just 500 metres from the main railway station and the centre of Passau. The historic part of the house was built in the 19th century and has rooms with art nouveau stucco ceilings. In 2010, the hotel was reopened with completely new furnishings, new bathrooms, new reception, hotel bar and breakfast room to 4-star standard. The rooms are equipped with bathtub or shower/WC, satellite TV, minibar, safe and free WLAN.

Included services

Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible

Double occupancy

€ 69 pp

Single occupancy

€ 99 pp

Double occupancy

€ 79pp

Single occupancy

€ 109 pp

Double occupancy

€ 89 pp

Single occupancy

€ 119 pp

Hotel Wesenufer is located right by the Danube in Wesenufer, which is near Engelhartszell (7 km) and Waldkirchen am Wesen (4 km). The nearest train station is Passau (37 km). The hotel building itself is more than 300 years old and was carefully renovated in 2008 and 2013. All rooms feature a modern interior design to make you feel at ease. The rooms – some of which have a balcony or terrace looking on to the Danube – are equipped with a flatscreen TV, free Wi-Fi, a phone, a safe, a minibar and a bathroom with a shower, toilet and hairdryer. The hotel also has three wheelchair-accessible rooms. Enjoy the view of the Danube from your terrace, the seasonal and regional meals in the Schloss restaurant, and the sauna and steam bath in the spa. Free parking is available on request. Guest and luggage transfer to and from the ship is available for a fee payable at the hotel. When booking, please inform the hotel of your requirements.

Note: Check-in on Sunday is only possible until 17:00. The restaurant is closed on Sunday evening.

Included services

Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible

Double occupancy

€ 79pp

Single occupancy

€ 99 pp

Double occupancy

€ 89 pp

Single occupancy

€ 109 pp

Double occupancy

€ 109 pp

Single occupancy

€ 129 pp

Hotel Residenz stands out with one of Passau’s top locations: right by the Danube, in the heart of Passau’s old town. All attractions are within easy walking distance. Rooms are modern and comfortable, the “Comfort” category and above have air conditioning. The hotel has five exclusive Suites or Junior Suites that are designed very differently. For prices and availability, please enquire when making your reservation. Soak up the hotel’s calm atmosphere by either relaxing in the small but comfortable sauna or listening to classical music with a glass of wine in the hotel’s very well-stocked library.

Included services

Overnight stay incl. breakfast, extended stay possible

FRI - SAT
Double occupancy

€ 79 pp

SUN - THU
Double occupancy

€ 69 pp

FRI - SAT
Double occupancy

€ 69 pp

FRI - SAT
Single occupancy

€ 119 pp

SUN - THU
Double occupancy

€ 69 pp

SUN - THU
Single occupancy

€ 109 pp

FRI - SAT
Double occupancy

€ 89 pp

SUN - THU
Double occupancy

€ 79 pp

Ships on this cruise

A-ROSA BELLA

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A-ROSA BELLA

A-ROSA DONNA

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A-ROSA DONNA