Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll board your cruise ship in Amsterdam and get settled into your luxury stateroom. Dinner happens on board this evening, so you'll have time to familiarize yourself with the ship and grab a bite in one of the dining venues.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Day 2
Amsterdam
A guided canal cruise takes you through Amsterdam's 165 canals, giving you a completely different perspective of the city from the water. In the afternoon, you'll return to the ship as it departs Amsterdam for the Rhine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Canal cruise in Amsterdam
- Day 3
Cologne
You'll see Cologne's Gothic architecture and medieval Old Town on a guided tour that includes the famous Cologne Cathedral and the historic Rathaus. There's also a chance to try local Kölsch beer, or you can choose alternative tours focused on modern architecture, the cathedral's interior, or biking along the Rhine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Old Town and Cologne Rathaus
- Visit to Cologne Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Tasting of Kölsch beer
- Guided architectural tour including interior of Cologne Cathedral
- Guided bike ride along the Rhine
Landmarks/POIs Cologne Cathedral Cologne Rathaus Old Market (Alter Markt) Heumarkt - Day 4
Rüdesheim
Your ship cruises through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge, one of the most beautiful stretches of the river. After arriving in Rüdesheim, you can pick from vineyard hiking tours, visiting Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet, or checking out the town's coffee scene.
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge
Optional Activities
- Hiking tour with vineyard views
- Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
- Coffee tasting in Rüdesheim
Landmarks/POIs Rhine Gorge - Day 5
Wertheim
Wertheim is known for having one of Germany's most beautiful city centers. You'll have options like a guided walking tour, hiking to Wertheim Castle ruins, taking a scenic bike ride along the Main River Valley, or visiting a local pretzel bakery for a tasting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Wertheim
- Hike to Wertheim Castle ruins
- Scenic bicycle ride along Main River Valley
- Pretzel bakery tasting
Landmarks/POIs Wertheim Castle - Day 6
Würzburg
In Würzburg, you'll choose from several excursions on the Romantic Road. Consider a guided walk through the city, visiting the Baroque Residenz, hiking to Marienberg Fortress, or taking an alternative trip to Rothenburg, which is Germany's best-preserved medieval town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Würzburg
- Visit to Baroque Residenz
- Hike to Marienberg Fortress
- Excursion to Rothenburg
Landmarks/POIs Baroque Residenz Marienberg Fortress Rothenburg - Day 7
Bamberg
You'll head to Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Options include a guided walking tour of the medieval city, a food tasting tour sampling smoked beer and local pastries, or a guided bike tour through the town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bamberg
- Walking tour visiting cathedral, Old Town Hall and old mansions
- Food tasting tour featuring smoked beer, licorice root and Hornla pastry
- Guided bike tour of Bamberg
Landmarks/POIs Bamberg Cathedral Bamberg Old Town Hall - Day 8
Nuremberg
After leaving the ship, you'll take a guided tour of Kaiserburg, Nuremberg's Imperial Castle, where you can see military artifacts and architectural exhibits. Then you'll visit the historic home of artist Albrecht Dürer to view his works and those of other artists.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle)
- Visit to Albrecht Dürer's former home
Landmarks/POIs Kaiserburg Albrecht Dürer House - Day 9
Nuremberg
Nuremberg gives you three excursion choices: a guided medieval city tour showcasing the Imperial Castle and Market Square, a WWII history tour including the Nuremberg Trials sites, or a traditional Franconian food tasting. Later, you'll cruise through the Main-Danube Canal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Main-Danube Canal
Optional Activities
- Guided medieval city tour
- WWII history tour including Nuremberg Trials Memoriam and Courtroom 600
- Traditional Franconian specialties tasting
Landmarks/POIs Imperial Castle Nuremberg Town Wall Market Square Nuremberg Trials Memoriam - Day 10
Regensburg
Regensburg is one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities, and you'll explore it on a guided walking tour. Alternatively, you can sample Bavarian beer, sausage and pretzels, or bike to Walhalla to see its neoclassical marble temple.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Regensburg
- Bavarian specialties tasting
- Bike tour to Walhalla
Landmarks/POIs Regensburg Old Town Hall Porta Praetoria Walhalla - Day 11
Passau
A guided walking tour of Passau shows you its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen's Cathedral. You also have the option to take a guided bike tour along the Danube or hike to Veste Oberhaus Fortress.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Passau
- Guided bike tour along the Danube
- Guided hike to Veste Oberhaus Fortress
Landmarks/POIs St. Stephen's Cathedral Veste Oberhaus Fortress - Day 12
Melk
You'll cruise to Melk and visit its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's largest Baroque monasteries. If you prefer, you can join a guided hike to the abbey or pedal along the Danube River on a bike tour instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Melk Abbey
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Melk Abbey
- Guided bike tour along Danube River
Landmarks/POIs Melk Abbey - Day 13
Vienna
Vienna is the heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, and the city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll take a guided city tour featuring the Opera House and Imperial Palace, then visit St. Stephen's Cathedral with its 700 years of history. An optional guided bike tour is available if you'd rather explore that way. The afternoon gives you leisure time to see more of the city on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided city tour of Vienna
- Visit to Vienna Opera House
- Visit to Imperial Palace
- Visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour through Vienna
Landmarks/POIs Vienna Opera House Imperial Palace St. Stephen's Cathedral - Day 14
Budapest
Budapest is divided by the Danube River, and you'll see both sides. On the Buda side, you'll explore the Castle District with its fairytale Fisherman's Bastion turrets and Matthias Church with its striking tower and colorful mosaic roof. Then you'll check out Pest with the Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes' Square and the Shoes on the Danube Bank memorial. A guided tour or Castle Hill hike is available if you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Castle District
- Guided tour of Pest
- Hike to Castle Hill
Landmarks/POIs Fisherman's Bastion Matthias Church Hungarian Parliament Building Heroes' Square Shoes on the Danube Bank - Day 15
Budapest to Home
You'll say goodbye to Budapest and prepare for your departure flight home. Breakfast is served before you head to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
