Europe Xmas & NYC Thanksgiving
23 night Fly Double-Cruise & Stay from $14,199pp
Overview
Ships Queen Mary 2 (Ocean) & Emerald Dawn (River)
Duration 23 NIGHTS
Departure 24 November 2026
Holiday Type Fly, Cruise & Stay
Holiday Code UCGEUR2338
- Celebrate Thanksgiving and the festive season in New York
- Two incredible cruises: Transatlantic Crossing and Danube River
- Experience Christmas markets in London, Budapest and Vienna
From New York’s electric Thanksgiving buzz to Europe’s storybook Christmas markets, this festive epic delivers non-stop wow. Cruise in style on Queen Mary 2 then glide through Europe on a luxury river cruise past frost-dusted towns and twinkling markets. Big moments, big memories, one unforgettable holiday.
Inclusions
- Return international airfares
- 7 night full-board cruise on Queen Mary 2
- 7 night full-board cruise on Emerald Dawn
- 4 night four-star New York stay at M Social Times Square during Thanksgiving
- 2 night four-star London stay at The Tower Hotel with breakfast
- 2 night four-star Budapest stay at Radisson Hotel Budapest BudaPart with breakfast
- Guided coach tour of Budapest
- Walking tour of Bratislava
- Vienna art tour including Kunsthistorisches Museum
- Walking tour of Linz with Linzer Torte tasting
- Guided tour of Passau
- Traditional Hungarian folklore show
- Home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family
- Göttweig Abbey visit with wine tasting
- Festive activities and entertainment on board the river cruise
- All taxes and transfers
Your Itinerary
Day 1 New York • Hotel Stay
Four nights in the Big Apple start your adventure. Visit iconic landmarks including the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty and the Met.
Day 2 New York • Hotel Stay
Enjoy Central Park in the morning then explore SoHo and Greenwich Village.
Day 3 New York • Thanksgiving & Hotel Stay
Experience the world-famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and festive atmosphere.
Day 4 New York • Hotel Stay
Visit the 9/11 Memorial & Museum then explore DUMBO for skyline views and cafés.
Day 5 New York • Embark Queen Mary 2
Board Queen Mary 2 for a glamorous transatlantic crossing.
Meals Included Lunch and Dinner
Days 6 to 11 At Sea
Relax and enjoy world-class entertainment and dining.
Day 12 Southampton to London • Hotel Stay
Disembark and transfer to London for a two-night stay.
Meals Included Breakfast
Day 13 London • Hotel Stay
Explore London at your own pace from royal icons to lively neighbourhoods.
Meals Included Breakfast
Days 14 to 15 Budapest • Hotel Stay
Fly to Budapest for two nights exploring this charming capital.
Meals Included Breakfast
Day 16 Budapest • Embark Emerald Dawn
Board your river cruise and settle in for your first night on board.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17 Budapest
Guided sightseeing plus free time to explore the Christmas markets.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 18 Bratislava
Guided exploration or castle hike followed by free time in the festive markets.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 19 Vienna
Discover Vienna’s rich artistic heritage including the Kunsthistorisches Museum.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 20 Dürnstein
Visit Göttweig Abbey with wine tasting and scenic Wachau Valley views.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 21 Linz
Guided walk through the old town and Linzer Torte tasting.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 22 Passau • Overnight in Port
Guided tour and free time to explore the Christmas market or St Stephen’s Cathedral.
Meals Included Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Days 23 to 24 Passau to Munich • Fly Home
Disembark and transfer to Munich airport for your flight home.
Prices
- Inside from $14,199pp
- Oceanview from $15,199pp
- Balcony from $16,699pp
- Grill Suite from $22,199pp
Prices based ex Brisbane. Enquire about prices from other cities.