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Danube Christmas Delights
Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 9, 20267 nightsBudapest to Passau
Danube Christmas Delights is a 7-night Viking cruise on Viking Lif, sailing Dec 2, 2026 from Budapest to Passau. It calls at Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Linz and Passau. The lowest current fare is $3,799 per person for Standard. Taxes & fees included.
- Length
- 7 nights
- Departs
- Dec 2, 2026, Budapest
- Returns
- Dec 9, 2026, Passau
- Ports of call
- 6
- Days at sea
- 0
- Ship
- Viking Lif
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Itinerary
- Day 1Dec 2
Budapest, Hungary
EmbarkOvernight
- Day 2Dec 3
Budapest, Hungary
Overnight
- Day 3Dec 4
Bratislava, Slovakia
About Bratislava
Bratislava Castle stands on a hill above Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. The city lies near Vienna, just across the border. The stone castle overlooks the town from its high position, giving clear views over the area below.
- Day 4Dec 5
Vienna, Austria
- Day 5Dec 6
Krems, Austria
- Day 6Dec 7
Linz, Austria
- Day 7Dec 8
Passau, Germany
Overnight
- Day 8Dec 9
Passau, Germany
DisembarkOvernight
Viking Lif
Viking Lif is a Viking river ship that carries up to 190 guests across four decks. Staterooms range from Standard and French Balcony to Veranda and Explorer Suite. Dining includes the Aquavit Terrace, with the Herb Garden and Sun Deck as other spaces.
- Year built
- 2014
- Guests
- 190
- Length
- 443
- Decks
- 4
Dining and venues
- Aquavit Terrace
- Restaurant
- Lounge
- Herb Garden
- Library
- Shop
- Sun Deck
Deck plans
Staterooms
Per person, double occupancy
Standard
Standard (150 sq ft)
River-view stateroom with half-height picture window
$3,799
Suite
Explorer Suite (445 sq ft) · Veranda Suite (275 sq ft)
River-view suite with private wraparound balcony offering 270-degree views off a spacious, separate sitting room, and French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door) in sleeping quarters
$8,499
French Balcony
French Balcony (135 sq ft)
River-view stateroom with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door)
Veranda
Veranda (205 sq ft)
River-view stateroom with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door opening to full-size veranda
Prices per person, double occupancy, cruise only. Taxes & fees included.
Dates and prices
7 nights, Danube Christmas Delights
On Viking Lif
- Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 9, 2026Viking Lif · this sailingFrom $3,799
- Dec 16, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026Viking LifFrom $3,299
- Dec 1, 2027 – Dec 8, 2027Viking LifFrom $3,599
- Dec 15, 2027 – Dec 22, 2027Viking LifFrom $3,299
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- Dec 12, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026Viking UllurFrom $3,299
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- Dec 3, 2027 – Dec 10, 2027Viking ViliFrom $3,599
- Dec 4, 2027 – Dec 11, 2027Viking RotaFrom $3,599
- Dec 5, 2027 – Dec 12, 2027Viking SkadiFrom $3,599
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- Dec 7, 2027 – Dec 14, 2027Viking IngviFrom $3,599
- Dec 11, 2027 – Dec 18, 2027Viking VidarFrom $3,499
- Dec 12, 2027 – Dec 19, 2027Viking BragiFrom $3,499
- Dec 14, 2027 – Dec 21, 2027Viking VilhjalmFrom $3,399
- Dec 16, 2027 – Dec 23, 2027Viking AegirFrom $3,299
- Dec 17, 2027 – Dec 24, 2027Viking ViliFrom $3,299
- Dec 18, 2027 – Dec 25, 2027Viking RotaFrom $2,999
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- Nov 30, 2028 – Dec 7, 2028Viking ValiFrom $3,799
- Dec 2, 2028 – Dec 9, 2028Viking GefjonFrom $3,799
- Dec 2, 2028 – Dec 9, 2028Viking ManiFrom $3,799
- Dec 4, 2028 – Dec 11, 2028Viking BaldurFrom $3,799
- Dec 5, 2028 – Dec 12, 2028Viking VilhjalmFrom $3,799
- Dec 7, 2028 – Dec 14, 2028Viking GymirFrom $3,799
- Dec 12, 2028 – Dec 19, 2028Viking IngviFrom $3,599
- Dec 14, 2028 – Dec 21, 2028Viking ValiFrom $3,299
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Questions about Danube Christmas Delights on Viking Lif
How much does the Danube Christmas Delights cruise on Viking Lif cost?
Fares start at $3,799 per person (Standard). Lowest current fare by cabin type: Standard $3,799 and Suite $8,499. Taxes & fees included.
Where does this cruise leave from and what does it visit?
Departs Budapest and ends in Passau. Ports: Bratislava, Vienna, Krems, Linz and Passau.
What is included in the fare?
Taxes & fees included.
What is the cheapest date for this cruise?
Of 35 dates with a current fare, Dec 18, 2027 on Viking Rota is lowest at $2,999 per person.
How do I book this cruise?
Send a request and an advisor confirms the current fare and availability and books it for you. You do not pay on the website.