6 Days New Year on the Danube River Cruise - MS Riviera Radiance
Duration:
5 Nights
From €3,099 per person
28 Dec 2025 - Other date available
Welcome in the New Year on this splendid winter cruise along the mighty Danube.
Experience the imperial grandeur of Vienna, captivating Bratislava and the elegance of Budapest, browse at the atmospheric festive markets and enjoy the enchanting New Year’s Eve celebrations on board.
Highlights
- Discover captivating Budapest through our guided tour, visiting the famous Parliament Building and Castle District.
- Explore Bratislava with our guided tour and free time for you to discover the cobble-stoned streets of this charming city yourself.
- Visit Vienna's main sights such as Saint Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg Complex and of course the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace.
- Welcome the New Year in beautiful Vienna, delight in our New Year's Eve gala dinner, enjoy a live classical music recital and midnight drinks & canapés on board our luxury ship.
- Soak up the kaleidoscope of winter scenery along the famous Danube Bend on our way to Budapest whilst enjoying a delicious brunch, plus a Hungarian folklore show on your final evening.
Day 1 Arrival in Budapest
Travel to Budapest and transfer to your cruise ship.
On arrival, a coach will transfer you to your cruise ship moored in this beautiful city. The dedicated crew are there to welcome you on board, ensuring you settle in and familiarise yourself with this first-class floating hotel that will be your home for your New Year sojourn.
You’ll be mesmerised by the beautiful twinkling garlands and luscious décor, a striking backdrop to welcome in the new year. The ship remains here overnight so take in the views of the sparkling lights of the city as you enjoy your first dinner on board.
Day 2 Budapest
Enjoy a guided tour of Budapest, before an afternoon of sailing.
Day 3 Bratislava & Vienna
Explore Slovakia’s fast-emerging capital city, Bratislava.
Day 4 Vienna
For many, today’s visit to Vienna will be one of the highlights of the cruise.
Day 5 Budapest
Relax on board with free time to enjoy the ship and a delicious brunch, before arriving in Budapest in the afternoon.
Day 6 Return home
It’s time to say goodbye to your crew and start the journey home.
MS Riviera Radiance
From the split-level lounge and dining in the main restaurant to the floor-to-ceiling French balconies available in over 80% of cabins and suites, life on board the 135-metre MS Riviera Radiance feels airy and light. The Grand Suites, located on our Diamond Deck, are an impressive 32 square metres and feature separate living and sleeping space as well as a full balcony - making them our biggest suites yet - and at 24 square metres, our Superior Suites feel luxuriously spacious.
Our brand-new ship features all the facilities you'd expect to find in a boutique hotel. The main restaurant rivals the finest onshore establishments, taking fine dining to another level, complemented by delicate European porcelain, gleaming glassware and the intuitive service in which the Swiss excel. On board are two additional, speciality restaurants, which offer a more intimate dining experience and showcase a delicious array of local flavours. You'll never go hungry on board!
Designed with the very latest technology and our strong environmental values in mind, MS Riviera Radiance is on track to qualify for the Gold Standard as part of the Green Award programme. So, you can lay back, relax and enjoy that cocktail on the Sun Deck guilt-free knowing your holiday will have a minimised impact on the peaceful natural landscapes we cruise through, protecting the world we love exploring for future generations to enjoy.
Facilities
- Air-conditioning
- Lounge & bar
- Spa & wellness
- 24-hour front desk
- 3 Restaurants
- Laundry service (additional fee)
- Boutique gift shop
- Swimming pool
- Lift between Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Decks
- Free drinks package
- 5 nights on board a five-star ship
- Return flights & transfers
- Full board with New Year's Eve gala dinner
- 6 included experiences
- Expert Riviera Cruise Director & Concierge
- Complimentary on-board tea & coffee
- Free Wi-Fi
- Checked luggage
- All additional taxes
*Prices are per person and based on 2 adults sharing


