Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll board the cruise ship in Amsterdam and get settled into your stateroom. This is where your Magnificent Europe river cruise begins, so take time to familiarize yourself with the ship and get comfortable before things get going.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Day 2
Amsterdam
An included canal cruise takes you through Amsterdam's famous waterways this morning. Later in the day, the ship departs Amsterdam and heads out onto the river to start your voyage proper.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Canal cruise through Amsterdam's waterways
- Day 3
Cologne
In Cologne, you've got several options for how to spend your time. Walk through the Old Town to see the Rathaus and Heumarkt, check out the Gothic Cathedral and learn about its history during World War II, or rent a bike and cycle along the Rhine. You'll also get to try Kölsch beer, which is only made in this city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Old Town, Cologne Rathaus, Old Market and Heumarkt
- Tasting of Kölsch beer
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Cologne Cathedral (13th-century Gothic marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site) with architectural styles tour
- Guided bike ride along the Rhine
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Rathaus Old Market (Alter Markt) Heumarkt - Day 4
Rüdesheim
The ship cruises through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge before arriving in Rüdesheim. Take a vineyard walking tour with tastings, ride a gondola above the vineyards up to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue, or cycle along the Rhine. Later, consider visiting Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or having the town's special Rüdesheimer coffee.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge (UNESCO-designated)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour through vineyards with wine tastings at three stations
- Gondola ride to Niederwalddenkmal Statue
- Guided bike tour along Rhine River
- Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
- Rüdesheimer coffee tasting
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Niederwalddenkmal Statue Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum 
- Day 5
Wertheim
You'll reach Miltenberg and walk through its medieval streets to see the half-timbered houses and the Crooked House. Later the ship sails to Wertheim, known for its beautiful city center. Choose a walking tour, hike up to the castle ruins, bike through the Main River Valley, or visit a pretzel bakery for something different.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic cruise to Miltenberg
- Walking tour of Miltenberg
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Wertheim
- Hike to Wertheim Castle ruins
- Scenic bicycle ride along Main River Valley
- Pretzel bakery tasting in Wertheim
Landmarks Crooked House (Miltenberg) Royal Inn (Miltenberg) Wertheim Castle 
- Day 6
Würzburg and Rothenburg
This region sits along the 'Romantic Road' with plenty of choices. In Würzburg, take a walking tour or visit the Baroque Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, hike to Marienberg Fortress, or cycle through the countryside. Or head to Rothenburg instead, which is one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Würzburg
- Visit to Baroque Residenz (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Hike to Marienberg Fortress
- Guided bike tour through countryside
- Visit to Rothenburg
Landmarks Baroque Residenz Marienberg Fortress Rothenburg - Day 7
Bamberg
Bamberg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with three different ways to experience it. Join a guided walking tour to see the cathedral and old mansions, do a beer and pastry tasting around the city, or take a guided bike tour through the streets.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Bamberg medieval gem with cathedral, Old Town Hall and old mansions
- Tasting of smoked beer, licorice root and Hornla pastry
- Guided bike tour of Bamberg
Landmarks Bamberg Cathedral Old Town Hall (Bamberg) 
- Day 8
Nuremberg
You'll disembark and take a guided tour of Kaiserburg, Nuremberg's Imperial Castle and one of the most important palaces from the Old Holy Roman Empire. Check out military artifacts and architectural models, then visit the former home of Albrecht Dürer, Germany's most famous artist who lived there in the early 16th century.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Kaiserburg (Imperial Castle) with military artifacts and architectural models exhibition
- Tour of Albrecht Dürer's former home with view of artworks
Landmarks Kaiserburg Albrecht Dürer's House - Day 9
Nuremberg
In Nuremberg, choose between medieval treasures or WWII history. Take a guided tour of the well-preserved medieval city with the Imperial Castle and Market Square fountain, or explore important WWII sites including the Nuremberg Trials Memorial and Courtroom 600. You can also taste traditional Franconian food like bratwurst and gingerbread. Later the ship cruises through the Main-Danube Canal.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Main-Danube Canal
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of medieval Nuremberg with Imperial Castle, town wall and Market Square fountain
- Guided tour of WWII sites including Nuremberg Trials Memorial and Courtroom 600
- Traditional Franconian specialties tasting of Nuremburger bratwurst, rotbier (red beer) and lebkuchen (gingerbread)
Landmarks Imperial Castle (Nuremberg) Market Square (Nuremberg) Nuremberg Trials Memorial Courtroom 600 - Day 10
Regensburg
Walk through one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities on a guided tour showing off the Old Town Hall and Porta Praetoria. Or sample Bavarian specialties like beer, sausage, and pretzels. If you're feeling more active, bike out to Walhalla to see the neoclassical white marble temple.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Regensburg with Old Town Hall and Porta Praetoria
- Bavarian specialties tasting of beer, sausage and pretzels
- Bike tour to Walhalla neoclassical white marble temple
Landmarks Old Town Hall (Regensburg) Porta Praetoria Walhalla - Day 11
Passau
Passau offers several ways to explore. Take a walking tour to see the Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen's Cathedral, or if you prefer being active, try a guided bike tour along the Danube or hike up to Veste Oberhaus Fortress.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Passau with Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen's Cathedral
- Guided bike tour along the Danube
- Guided hike to Veste Oberhaus Fortress
Landmarks St. Stephen's Cathedral (Passau) Veste Oberhaus Fortress - Day 12
Melk
The ship sails to Melk where you can visit its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's largest Baroque monasteries. Or go for a guided bike tour along the Danube River if that interests you more.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit to Benedictine Abbey (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Guided bike tour along Danube River
Landmarks Benedictine Abbey (Melk) - Day 13
Vienna
Vienna is the heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire and the entire city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your city tour shows off the Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs, finishing at St. Stephen's Cathedral which has watched over the city for 700 years. You can join a guided bike tour instead if you prefer, and you'll have free time in the afternoon to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- City tour of Vienna including Opera House and former Imperial Palace of Habsburgs
- Visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour through Vienna
Landmarks Vienna State Opera House Imperial Palace (Hofburg) St. Stephen's Cathedral - Day 14
Budapest
You'll explore both sides of Budapest. Start on the Buda side checking out the Castle District with its turrets at Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church, or hike to Castle Hill if you want more of a workout. In the afternoon, cross to Pest and see the Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes' Square, and the 'Shoes on the Danube Bank' memorial.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Buda Castle District with Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church
- Tour of Pest including Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes' Square and 'Shoes on the Danube Bank' memorial
Optional Activities
- Hike to Castle Hill (Buda)
Landmarks Fisherman's Bastion Matthias Church Castle Hill Hungarian Parliament Building Heroes' Square Shoes on the Danube Bank - Day 15
Budapest Departure
You'll say goodbye to Budapest and head out for your flight home, wrapping up your Magnificent Europe river cruise experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast
