Itinerary & Details
- Boarding: 13:00–13:45
- Cruise: 14:00–17:00
- Location: Vienna / Reichsbrücke
- Ship: MS Admiral Tegetthoff
- Included: Cruise, themed buffet & live music
Schedule and programme details are subject to change.
Vienna Theme Cruise
Viennese Advent Melodies on the Blue Danube
Vienna Theme Cruise
Viennese Advent Melodies on the Blue Danube
A musical escape during Advent: Experience Vienna on a relaxing afternoon cruise along the Danube, accompanied by festive Viennese music and seasonal culinary delights.
Next Departure 12/08/2026 · 13:00 Departure location Vienna / Reichsbrücke (Headquater) Go to dock section
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Festive Advent cruise through Vienna
- Viennese songs, folk music & popular hits
- Seasonal culinary delights
Date, time & extras in the purchase process
Buy ticket
Included in price
Festive Christmas Decorations on Board
InclusiveStep aboard and enjoy a magical Christmas atmosphere on the Danube.
Delightful buffet on board
InclusiveEnjoy a varied buffet selection and savour delicious culinary delights throughout the cruise.
Live musik on board
InclusiveLive music and musical highlights create the perfect atmosphere on board.
Attractions
Emperor's Jubilee Church
An impressive church on the banks of the Danube, known for its architecture and fascinating history.
DC Tower & Donau City
Vienna’s modern district with a striking skyline and innovative architecture.
Danube Tower
At 252 metres tall, it offers breathtaking 360° panoramic views over Vienna and the Danube.
Millennium Tower
The Millennium Tower combines shopping, offices and leisure on Vienna’s waterfront.
The Ship
This or a similar ship of this class
MS Admiral Tegetthoff
MS Admiral Tegetthoff is among Austria’s most renowned event ships. Following an extensive refurbishment in 2012, she offers a contemporary and elegant venue for experiences on the Danube.
- On-board restaurant
- Sound system incl. wireless & open-deck mic
- Video system with live camera
- LCD screens for presentations and live streaming
- Covered sun deck with lounge furniture
- Stage and dance floor
- Projector & screen in entrance area
- Accessible facilities (WC & upper deck lift)
- Free Wi-Fi
Departure Location
Vienna / Reichsbrücke (Headquater)
- Handelskai 265, 1020 Vienna
- Ticket Office Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday & Holidays: 09:00–17:00
- Sightseeing Cruises Vienna: Pier 5, 6
- Theme Cruises Vienna: Pier 6, 7
- Charter Cruises: Departure Point by Arrangement
- Subject to change.
Next Departure 12/08/2026 · 13:00 Departure location Vienna / Reichsbrücke (Headquater) Go to dock section
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Festive Advent cruise through Vienna
- Viennese songs, folk music & popular hits
- Seasonal culinary delights
Date, time & extras in the purchase process
Musical Advent on the Danube in Vienna
Escape the pre-Christmas hustle for a few hours and enjoy Advent in Vienna on a festive cruise along the Danube. On board the MS Admiral Tegetthoff, a wintry atmosphere, seasonal culinary delights and lively music set the scene for a relaxing afternoon.
The WIENER TRI(O)LOGIE provides the festive soundtrack with Christmas-themed Viennese songs, traditional folk songs and popular hits. Seasonal specialities complete the experience and bring the flavours of Christmas on board.
A relaxing Advent cruise in Vienna for everyone who wants to enjoy the festive season away from busy shopping streets and Christmas crowds.
Itinerary & Details
Culinary Delights
Starters
- Viennese spread selection (vegetarian)
- Ham rolls with stuffed eggs
- Cheese selection with grapes | nuts | chutney (vegetarian)
- Marinated beetroot with goat’s cheese (vegetarian)
- Freshly baked bread rolls with butter (vegetarian)
Salads
- Styrian scarlet runner bean salad with pumpkin seed oil (vegan)
- Viennese potato salad (vegan)
- Winter salad with apples (vegetarian)
Soup
- Hearty beef broth with sliced pancakes and chives
Main Courses
- Breaded chicken fillet with potato and lamb’s lettuce salad
- Braised roast pork with potato dumplings and cabbage
- Austrian-style meat patties with mashed potatoes and gravy
- Cheese spaetzle with crispy onions (vegetarian)
Desserts
- Warm apple strudel with vanilla sauce (vegetarian)
- Baked apple with cinnamon and nuts (vegetarian)
- Fresh fruit (vegan)
Subject to change.
Entertainment & Live music
WIENER TRI(O)LOGIE
The WIENER TRI(O)LOGIE sets the festive mood with Christmas-themed Viennese songs, traditional folk songs and popular hits.
Route / Itinerary
The CruiseRoute / Itinerary
The cruise begins at the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage and initially heads downstream towards the Freudenau Lock. After turning around, the ship heads upstream, offering views of Vienna’s modern skyline, including the DC Tower, Danube Tower and Millennium Tower, towards Klosterneuburg / Korneuburg. The ship then turns at a suitable point and returns to the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage, travelling along Danube Island and through the green Danube floodplains.
Getting to the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage
Getting there by public transport
Take the U1 underground line to Vorgartenstraße station. From there, it is approximately a 5-minute walk to the Vienna / Reichsbrücke landing stage.
- Use the Vorgartenstraße exit
- Follow the signs “Reichsbrücke / Schifffahrt”
- Walk across Reichsbrücke to the landing stage
Parking
The APCOA Reichsbrücke car park is located in close proximity to the pier.
Information on rates, access and opening hours can be found here:
APCOA Reichsbrücke – information & rates Opens in new window
APCOA’s terms and conditions apply. Subject to change.
FAQ
The ticket includes the Danube cruise, a buffet dinner, and live music or a show act. Drinks are not included and are available à la carte on board.
Boarding takes place from 13:15 to 13:45 at the Vienna/Reichsbrücke pier. Departure is scheduled promptly for 14:00. Please have your booking confirmation or e-ticket ready. Displaying the ticket on your smartphone is sufficient.
Yes. Your seats are reserved on board. Our crew will guide you upon boarding.
Yes. Our onboard catering team will arrange seating in advance according to group size. Groups will be seated together whenever possible.
Boarding begins at 13:00. The cruise takes place from 14:00 to 17:00, followed by return to Reichsbrücke.
The meal is served as a buffet. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.
Common allergens are clearly marked. If you have any food intolerances or allergies, please inform our catering partner, JP Donau Catering Opens in new window, in advance at info@donaucatering.at. This allows our onboard culinary team to best accommodate your requests.
No. Drinks can be ordered à la carte from the service team on board.
Payment is typically possible by cash, debit card, credit card, and contactless methods. Any changes will be communicated by the crew.
The ship and the station are generally barrier-free. If you require assistance (e.g. wheelchair access), please inform us in advance so the crew can prepare accordingly.
Private photos and short videos are welcome (without flash). Professional photography or the use of tripods requires prior approval.
Yes. Cruises take place in all weather conditions. The route and use of outdoor decks may be adjusted depending on weather conditions.
The following cancellation terms apply to bookings for 1 to 19 passengers:
- Free cancellation up to 14 days before departure
- 50% cancellation fee up to 48 hours before departure
- 100% cancellation fee from 48 hours before departure or in the event of a no-show
The following cancellation terms apply to group bookings of 20 passengers or more:
- Free cancellation up to 6 weeks before departure
- Free reduction of participant numbers by up to 20% up to 2 weeks before departure
- 50% cancellation fee for reducing participant numbers by more than 20% up to 2 weeks before departure
- 50% cancellation fee up to 48 hours before departure
- 100% cancellation fee from 48 hours before departure or in the event of a no-show
Children are welcome. Please note that this is an event with live music. Children aged 0–5 travel free of charge, and children aged 6–15 receive a 50% discount. Please refer to the online shop for current details.
Pets are only allowed on themed cruises with buffet and show upon prior request. Assistance dogs are exempt.
Take metro line U1 to “Vorgartenstraße”. Use the exit “Vorgartenstraße” and follow the signs to “Reichsbrücke / Schifffahrt”. The walk to the pier takes approximately 5 minutes across the Reichsbrücke".
There is an APCOA Reichsbrücke Opens in new window parking garage located in the immediate vicinity of the pier. Please check current rates and opening hours directly with the operator before your visit.