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Magical Advent on the Danube
5 days • Danube • DCS Amethyst 1

Magical Advent on the Danube

ab € 599 p. P.

Experience the enchantment of Advent along the snow-covered Danube! Be amazed by the most beautiful Christmas markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Linz and enjoy the winter atmosphere on board the DCS Amethyst 1.

Look forward to festive lights, fragrant mulled wine, delicious cookies and first-class comfort during your trip with your floating hotel. Perfect for a contemplative break in the run-up to Christmas!

Cruise Highlights

Peaceful Christmas markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Linz
Illuminated riverside promenades and romantic river landscapes
Relaxing Advent cruise on the river with the DCS Amethyst 1



Itinerary

Day
Arrival Arr
Port
Departure Dep
09.12.26
Passau
16:00
Embarkation starting 14:30
10.12.26
12:00
Vienna
23:30
City tour Vienna € 40,-
Possibility to visit Christmas markets
11.12.26
05:00
Bratislava
13:00
City tour Bratislava € 40,-
12.12.26
14:00
Linz
18:30
Walking tour Linz with mulled cider € 35,-
13.12.26
07:00
Passau
Disembarkation after breakfast
Mi 09.12.2026 - So 13.12.2026
AM1261209
from € 599 p. P.
2-bed cabin
Main deck | HD2
€ 649 p. P.
€ 599 p. P.
Single cabin
Middle deck | MD1
€ 1.199 p. P.
€ 699 p. P.
2-bed cabin standard
Middle deck | MV2
€ 749 p. P.
€ 699 p. P.
2-bed cabin superior
Middle deck | MD2
€ 849 p. P.
€ 799 p. P.
2-bed cabin
Upper deck | OD2
€ 999 p. P.
€ 949 p. P.
Suite
Upper deck | SUI
€ 1.199 p. P.
€ 1.149 p. P.
The prices shown are the reduced final prices. All discounts have already been applied.

Included services

  • river cruise with DCS Amethyst 1
  • accommodation in the booked category
  • full board including breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner
  • daily afternoon tea/coffee/cake
  • daily midnight snack
  • snack buffet at embarkation
  • welcome and farewell cocktail
  • welcome and gala dinner
  • entertainment on board
  • daily music program at the panorama lounge
  • use of the gym equipment, Massage (for a service charge)
  • DCS cruise director
  • Audio guide system including headphones during excursions
  • porterage pier - cabin - pier
  • embarkation and disembarkation fees, all port and lock fees
  • river cruise with DCS Amethyst 1
  • accommodation in the booked category
  • full board including breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner
  • daily afternoon tea/coffee/cake
  • daily midnight snack
  • snack buffet at embarkation
  • welcome and farewell cocktail
  • welcome and gala dinner
  • entertainment on board
  • daily music program at the panorama lounge
  • use of the gym equipment, Massage (for a service charge)
  • DCS cruise director
  • Audio guide system including headphones during excursions
  • porterage pier - cabin - pier
  • embarkation and disembarkation fees, all port and lock fees

Additional services

Beverage package All Inclusive
€ 156 p. P.

All day (09:00 - 24:00) in the bar/lounge, on the sun deck and in the restaurant 'unlimited' by the glass:
  • Mineral water
  • cabin mineral water and excursion water
  • all soft drinks and juices
  • beer (draft and non-alcoholic), wheat beer and all bottled beers
  • wine (white, red, non-alcoholic)
  • sparkling wine (incl. non-alcoholic)
  • common spirits (indicated on the bar menu)
  • Cocktails and long drinks (incl. non-alcoholic)
  • tea and coffee, coffee specialties, hot drinks
Not included and therefore subject to a charge: Champagne and bottled wines.

Beverage packages can only be booked per cabin for all passengers and only for the entire duration of the cruise.


  • City tour Vienna
    VIELA01
    € 40 p. P.
  • City tour Bratislava
    BRALA01
    € 40 p. P.
  • Walking tour of Linz with mulled cider
    LINLA05
    € 35 p. P.

We recommend that you book the desired excursions as soon as possible after booking your trip in order to guarantee your participation.
Please note that a minimum number of participants is required for excursions in english language and can therefore not be guaranteed.
Please also note that all excursions are operated in german language. English language on request and subject to availibility


Not included in the tour price

Arrival and departure, insurance, excursions, drinks, gratuities and personal expenses
Cruise Highlights
Peaceful Christmas markets in Vienna, Bratislava and Linz
Illuminated riverside promenades and romantic river landscapes
Relaxing Advent cruise on the river with the DCS Amethyst 1
DCS-Support - We will be happy to advise you!
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+49 (0) 9236 92-300
service@dcs.travel
Monday to Friday
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. CEST
We will be happy to advise you!
For arrival and departure by car for your booked river cruise, we are happy to organize a car parking space in Passau. The booking form for the car parking space for your booked river trip can be obtained from us after booking or can be found here. For the reservation of your pitch please send this form completed by fax, mail or post back to us.



Arrive comfortably with your own car! Through our partner Globus Group we can offer you two variants for the parking of your vehicle in Passau. Depending on your preference, you can choose between open space or multi-storey car park. The transfer from the parking lot to the jetty and also at the end of your journey from the jetty back to your car is included for you! Reserve your desired parking space directly when booking online or at a later date using the completed reservation form.

Find all information about arrival and departure by car as well as parking spaces and current prices here.


River trips Danube, Rhine and Moselle
Please note that German citizens are required to carry a valid identification document (identity card or passport) with them on their journey. EU citizens do not need a visa to enter the Federal Republic of Germany. All other foreigners are visa-visculable for stays in Germany. For visitors staying up to 90 days in any 180-day period, nationals do not need a visa for which the European Community has waived the visa requirement. For more information, please contact the responsible consulate. DCS-Touristik is not liable for the timely granting and receipt of necessary visas by the respective diplomatic representation if the customer has commissioned DCS-Touristik with the procurement, unless DCS-Touristik is responsible for the delay. The customer is responsible for complying with all regulations that are important for the travel. All disadvantages, in particular the payment of cancellation fees, which arise from the non-compliance with these regulations, are at his expense, unless they are caused by a culpable wrong or non-information of DCS-Touristik.

River cruise ship DCS Amethyst 1

DCS Amethyst 1 is your first choice if you are looking forward spending a relaxing and stylish holiday on Europe’s so called Queen of Rivers, the Danube. On three passenger decks we offer you 87 elegant outside cabins for a total of 172 guests. Our spacious sundeck is the place to be for enjoying a decent drink while watching the beautiful landscape passing by. There is also a lift between the Middle and Upper deck.

Early in the morning, our lively and warm panoramic restaurant invites you to enjoy a rich breakfast buffet. Well-fueled, this is the best way to start a day full of new experiences and memories. For lunch and dinner, our friendly and dedicated crew will serve you different culinary delights every day.

Our glass-enclosed panoramic lounge is just as inviting, enjoy the cozy atmosphere and the passing river landscape with all the highlights that one of Europe's longest rivers has to offer. Whether you want to relax, socialize, read a good book or meet up for a fun board game - our lounge is the right place for all occasions! Treat yourself to a delicious cup of coffee or tea and round off the evening with one of our exquisite wines.


Pamper yourself with a relaxing massage and balance your body and mind.

On the wonderful sun deck, you can enjoy the passing, dreamlike countryside and soak up the warm sun on cozy sun loungers. You will find a shady spot under the covered area with chairs and tables. Here you can enjoy a fruity cocktail or a relaxing game of table tennis. Simply the perfect place to enjoy your holiday surrounded by fresh air, recap on your new experiences and open another chapter in your travel diary. Sports enthusiasts will also get their money's worth here with a wide array of equipment.


  • Passengers: max. 172
  • Cabins: 87 outside cabins
  • Length x Width: 125,3 m x 11,4 m
  • Year built: 2002 | Refurbished: 2025
  • Board languages: English and German
  • Flag: Slovakia


River cruise ship DCS Amethyst 1


Deckplan

Deckplan River cruise ship DCS Amethyst 1 Main deck

HD2 HA2
Deckplan River cruise ship DCS Amethyst 1 Middle deck

MD1/MV2 MD2 MD1
Deckplan River cruise ship DCS Amethyst 1 Upper deck

OD2 SUI
Deckplan River cruise ship DCS Amethyst 1 Sun deck


(Drag deckplan to the right/left)



Your accommodation

DCS Amethyst 1 Cabin main deck

Cabin main deck

The comfortable and elegant outside cabins (14 m²) have raised panoramic windows (cannot be opened). Facilities: double bed (can be converted into twin beds), shower/WC, TV, radio, telephone, safe, air conditioning, hairdryer.
Occupancy: 2-bed

DCS Amethyst 1 Cabin standard middle deck

Cabin standard middle deck

The comfortable and elegant outside cabins (14 m²) have panoramic windows (cannot be opened). Facilities: double bed (can be converted into single beds) or single bed, shower/WC, TV, radio, telephone, safe, air conditioning, hairdryer.
Occupancy: 2-bed and single use.

DCS Amethyst 1 Cabin superior middle deck

Cabin superior middle deck

The comfortable and elegant outside cabins (14 m²) have floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows (can be opened) with a French balcony. Facilities: double bed (can be converted into twin beds), shower/WC, TV, telephone, radio, safe, air conditioning, hairdryer.
Occupancy: 2-bed

DCS Amethyst 1 Cabin upper deck

Cabin upper deck

The comfortable and elegant outside cabins (14 m²) have floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows (can be opened) with a French balcony. Facilities: double bed (can be converted into twin beds), shower/WC, TV, telephone, radio, safe, air conditioning, hairdryer.
Occupancy: 2-bed

DCS Amethyst 1 Suite upper deck

Suite upper deck

The spacious and elegant suites (21 m²) have floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows (can be opened) with a French balcony. Facilities: double bed (can be converted into twin beds), shower/WC, TV, radio, telephone, minibar, safe, air conditioning, hairdryer, Nespresso machine, comfortable seating area.
Occupancy: 2-bed


Picture gallery

DCS Amethyst 1 Innenansicht 2
DCS Amethyst 1 Innenansicht 3
DCS Amethyst 1 Innenansicht 4
DCS Amethyst 1 Innenansicht 5

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