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A-Rosa Riva, 4 Night Danube Christmas Markets 2026 ex Passau, Germany Return

4 Night Cruise Only


Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
18 Dec 2026 Passau, Germany 4:00 PM
19 Dec 2026 Wachau Valley, Austria
19 Dec 2026 Vienna, Austria 2:00 PM 11:59 PM
20 Dec 2026 Durnstein, Austria 7:00 AM 12:00 PM
20 Dec 2026 Melk, Austria 3:00 PM 9:00 PM
21 Dec 2026 Linz, Austria 7:00 AM 7:30 PM
22 Dec 2026 Passau, Germany 7:00 AM
4 Nights from Passau to Wachau, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk and Linz to Passau.

Day 1: Passau
Passau is the departure point for your exciting Danube cruise. A university city, it combines old-town charm and ecclesiastical history with a young, modern vibe. As the ship departs, enjoy the thrill of heading off along the Danube for the first time – and look forward to your cruise, with its many experiences, picturesque natural scenery and magnificent towns and cities. Welcome aboard!

Day 2: Wachau
The Ijsselmeer is an inland lake that was created by diking the Wadden Sea and the Zuiderzee bay. This is where you’ll find the lovely little town of Hoorn – make sure you explore it during your cruise along the northern Rhine.

Day 2: Vienna
This is a real highlight of your Danube cruise: Vienna, the capital of Austria with that extra-special something. The locals sound as though they are singing when they speak, and it is customary for certain business owners to address their regular customers with their full title. That’s just the way things are done here. With its wealth of museums, galleries, palaces and castles, plus the state opera and many theatres, the city enjoys a lively cultural scene all year-round. The Viennese are proud of their city – and rightly so!

Day 3: Dürnstein
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 be missed. 

Day 3: Melk
"Gateway to the Wachau": Step into the UNESCO World Heritage Site and admire the Danube valley from above. The town of Melk with its impressive Benedictine monastery sits majestically enthroned on a hill and offers you a breathtaking view. A perfect blend between city and nature.

Day 4: Linz
Your Danube cruise is the perfect opportunity to get to know the Austrian city of Linz. It offers an exciting mix of cultural attractions and true works of art. You’ll discover a modern, cosmopolitan city whose diversity, design and creativity really make it stand out. And no visit to Linz would be complete without a trip to a cafe to sample its specialities, such as the famous Linzer Torte.

Day 5: Passau
Passau is the departure point for your exciting Danube cruise. A university city, it combines old-town charm and ecclesiastical history with a young, modern vibe. As the ship departs, enjoy the thrill of heading off along the Danube for the first time – and look forward to your cruise, with its many experiences, picturesque natural scenery and magnificent towns and cities. Welcome aboard!

Whatever you’re looking for on vacation – you will find it on board the A-ROSA river vessels on the Danube. Whether you are seeking for privacy or cozy companionship, the comfort and calmness, wellness at SPA-ROSA: Everything is possible.

Lots of space for relaxation and recreation - but also for fitness and well-being. On our sun deck you can find an outdoor pool or whirlpool, shuffleboard and a putting green. And the best during your holiday: leave the daily life with its compulsions behind. Therefore, there is a casual and friendly atmosphere on board the A-ROSA cruise ships.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 2004
  • Length: 124.5 m
  • Beam: 14.4 m
  • Speed: 24 km/h
  • Ship registration: Germany
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 242
Ship Amenities
  • Safe
  • Air Conditioning
  • TV
  • Hair Dryer
  • Telephone
Ship Facilities
  • Sun Deck
  • Heated Outdoor Pool
  • Shuffleboard
  • Putting Green
  • Giant Chess Board
  • Outdoor Restaurant
  • Cafe Bar
  • Panorama Lounge with Bar
  • Spa-Rosa
  • Sauna
  • Gym
Cruising on a river and the countless meanders of Danube, Douro, Rhine, Rhône and Seine are not the fastest way to get from A to B. But that is precisely what we want to give you: a little time for you to relax.

With an innovative concept consisting of casual but stylish feel-good holidays, a richly diverse program and luxurious facilities, the modern A-ROSA premium ships offer cruises on Europe's rivers Danube, Rhine, Rhône and Seine.

Make yourself comfortable in your cozy cabin or simply daydream in SPA-ROSA with sauna, fitness and beauty treatments. Enjoy the ever-changing panorama on the extensive sun deck. Everyday, you can enjoy culinary surprises with regional and seasonal specialties from our buffet with its live cooking station. And during one of our many stops, you will have plenty of time to get to know the country better. Welcome on board your A-ROSA cruise ship.

We are pleased to offer international cruises on selected cruise ships.

Our international ships:
Danube: A-ROSA DONNA, A-ROSA SILVA
Rhine/Moselle/Main: A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA FLORA, A-ROSA SILVA
Rhône/Saône: A-ROSA STELLA
Seine: A-ROSA VIVA

The official languages on board our international ships are both German and English and the ship announcements and all written information is provided in English. As well, our international ships are accompanied by an "International Host" who is your contact person for our international guests and responsible for making sure that you enjoy your cruise to the fullest.

We cannot guarantee this bilingual service on any of our other cruise ships. We kindly ask you to keep in mind while you are browsing through our wonderful cruise programme, that we cannot guarantee this bilingual service on any of our other cruise ships.

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Deck 4

Cat C - 2-Bed Outside Cabin with Juliette Balcony Cat C - 2-Bed Outside Cabin with Juliette Balcony
With Juliette balcony. 16 m² | Deck 2. Elegant design and high-quality materials provide feel-good atmosphere

Facilities: safe, air conditioning, TV, fly screen,
hair dryer, shower /
WC, sauna towel, woolen blanket, telephone, bathrob
e on request

Cat B - 2-Bed Outside Cabin with Panorama Window Cat B - 2-Bed Outside Cabin with Panorama Window
With Panorama Window. 16,5 m² | Deck 3. Elegant design and high-quality materials provide feel-good atmosphere • Facilities: safe, air conditioning, TV, fly screen, hair dryer, shower / WC, sauna towel, woolen blanket, telephone, bathrob e on request

Cat A - 2-Bed Outside Cabin Cat A - 2-Bed Outside Cabin
With Extra Bed. 15,5 m² | Deck 1. Elegant design and high-quality materials provide feel-good atmosphere • Facilities: safe, air conditioning, TV, fly screen, hair dryer, shower / WC, sauna towel, woolen blanket, telephone, bathrob e on request

Cat S - 2-Bed Outside Cabin Cat S - 2-Bed Outside Cabin
14,5 m² | Deck 1. Elegant design and high-quality materials provide feel-good atmosphere • Facilities: safe, air conditioning, TV, fly screen, hair dryer, shower / WC, sauna towel, woolen blanket, telephone, bathrob e on request
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