Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and board your luxury Scenic Space-Ship. Get settled into your suite and then head to the welcome reception this evening to meet fellow travelers.
- Day 2
Amsterdam to Cologne
This morning you have three freechoice options. Take a one-hour canal cruise through Amsterdam's 100+ kilometres of waterways, join a walking tour discovering canals and bridges with local herring tasting, or head out to Schermerhorn to see authentic 16th-century windmills. After lunch, the ship sets sail toward Cologne, Germany.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Canal cruise through Amsterdam
- Scenic Freechoice: Walking tour of Amsterdam with local herring tasting
- Scenic Freechoice: Excursion to Schermerhorn and Alkmaar to visit 16th-century windmills
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals Schermerhorn Windmills - Day 3
Cologne
You'll dock in Cologne early afternoon and join a walking tour of the Old Town to see historic buildings, beautiful squares and the World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. Later you have free time to wander around the city on your own. An optional midnight mass is available in town this evening if you're interested.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne Old Town including Cologne Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Midnight mass in Cologne
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Old Town - Day 4
Rhine Gorge
Merry Christmas. You'll spend the day cruising through the Rhine Gorge while enjoying a gourmet Christmas feast onboard. There are festive activities throughout the day to celebrate with other passengers.
- Meals
- Dinner (Gourmet Christmas feast)
Included Activities
- Gourmet Christmas feast and special celebrations aboard ship
Landmarks Rhine Gorge - Day 5
Wertheim
The ship docks in Miltenberg around lunchtime. You'll walk through cobblestone streets lined with historic half-timbered houses on a guided tour. Then you'll coach to Wertheim on the banks of the Main and Tauber rivers for an orientation tour before heading back to the ship.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Miltenberg through cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses
- Orientation tour of Wertheim
Landmarks Miltenberg Wertheim - Day 6
Würzburg
The ship arrives in Würzburg this morning, a Baroque city in Franconian wine country. Choose between a guided tour of the historic market square or a full day coach excursion along the Romantic Road to Rothenburg to see the medieval old town, Gothic and Renaissance City Hall, and the famous City Councillors' Tavern.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Guided city tour of Würzburg with historic market square
- Scenic Freechoice: Romantic Road to Rothenburg with guided tour including Gothic and Renaissance City Hall and City Councillors' Tavern
Landmarks Würzburg Market Square Würzburg Residence Rothenburg City Hall City Councillors' Tavern - Day 7
Bamberg
You'll dock in Bamberg this afternoon and join a guided tour of the World Heritage-listed Old Town. See the unique Old Town Hall on its own island, the Gothic and Romanesque cathedral, and the Old and New Residences, plus the pretty 'Little Venice' area and the 12th-century castle sitting on one of the seven hills.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town including Town Hall, Cathedral, Residences and castle
Landmarks Bamberg Cathedral Bamberg Old Town Hall Bamberg New Residence - Day 8
Nuremberg
You'll arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, this morning. The Old Town is protected by an ancient city wall. Pick between a walking tour of the Old Town to see the Imperial Castle and market square, a World War II tour exploring Nazi-era sites, or a gingerbread cooking class to learn traditional German Lebkuchen biscuits.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Walking tour of Nuremberg Old Town including Imperial Castle and St. Egidien's Church
- Scenic Freechoice: World War II tour of Nuremberg
- Scenic Freechoice: Gingerbread cooking class with traditional German Lebkuchen
Landmarks Nuremberg Imperial Castle St. Egidien's Church Nuremberg Market Square 
- Day 9
Regensburg
The ship arrives in Regensburg after lunch. This city sits at the confluence of three rivers in Bavaria. You can choose a walking tour with a local guide exploring the old stone bridge and Church of St James while learning about local customs, or a Bavarian beer tasting tour of traditional breweries.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Regensburg walking tour including old stone bridge, Church of St James and Porta Praetoria
- Scenic Freechoice: Bavarian beer tasting at traditional breweries
Landmarks Regensburg Stone Bridge Church of St James Porta Praetoria - Day 10
Linz
You'll spend the day in Passau, set where three rivers meet. Pick a full day coach excursion to Salzburg, Austria to explore Mozart's hometown and enjoy lunch, or a full day excursion to the fairy-tale Czech town of Český Krumlov with a guided tour and local restaurant lunch. Later you'll dock in Linz, Austria to celebrate New Year's Eve with fireworks or onboard festivities.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in Salzburg), Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant in Český Krumlov)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Full day excursion to Salzburg with guided tour and lunch at local restaurant
- Scenic Freechoice: Full day excursion to Český Krumlov with guided tour and lunch at local restaurant
Optional Activities
- New Year's Eve celebrations on shore in Linz with fireworks
- New Year's Eve celebrations onboard ship
Landmarks Passau Old Town Salzburg Český Krumlov - Day 11
Melk - Dürnstein
Happy New Year. You'll cruise through the beautiful Wachau Valley this morning. Choose between a guided tour of Melk Abbey, one of the world's most significant Benedictine monastic sites, or a scenic bicycle tour from Melk to Dürnstein along the Danube. Later, back on the ship, you'll try local Wachau Valley delicacies including jams, chutney and chocolate.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Guided tour of Melk Abbey
- Scenic Freechoice: Bicycle tour from Melk to Dürnstein
- Tasting of local Wachau Valley delicacies including jams, chutney and chocolate
Landmarks Melk Abbey Dürnstein Wachau Valley - Day 12
Vienna
You'll arrive in Vienna, the City of Music and home to Beethoven, Mozart and Strauss. A guided tour takes you through this grand imperial capital with its Ringstrasse boulevard and Habsburg legacy. This evening you'll attend an exclusive Scenic Enrich private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein featuring Vienna's legendary composers.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Vienna
- Scenic Enrich: Private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein
Landmarks Ringstrasse Palais Liechtenstein 
- Day 13
Vienna
After your overnight stay in Vienna, you'll choose how to spend the day. Explore Schönbrunn Palace with its impressive gardens, take a guided e-bike tour to Danube Island where locals relax on beaches, or coach to Bratislava, Slovakia's capital, for a tour with a local guide through Bratislava Castle and the Old Town.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Explore Schönbrunn Palace and gardens
- Scenic Freechoice: Guided e-bike tour to Danube Island
- Scenic Freechoice: Coach excursion to Bratislava with guided tour of castle, main square and Old Town Hall
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace Danube Island Bratislava Castle Bratislava Old Town Hall - Day 14
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest, divided by the Danube into Buda and Pest. Choose between a Budapest in Depth tour visiting both districts and crossing Margaret Bridge, a visit to the Hospital in the Rock WWII secret hospital, or a Hungarian Culinary Market Walk exploring the Grand Central Market with local food specialties and stories.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Budapest in Depth tour of Buda and Pest districts
- Scenic Freechoice: Hospital in the Rock tour
- Scenic Freechoice: Hungarian Culinary Market Walk at Grand Central Market
Landmarks Danube River Margaret Bridge Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Hospital in the Rock Grand Central Market 
- Day 15
Budapest to Prague
You'll coach from Budapest to Prague and spend three nights at a hotel in the city centre. After checking in you'll have the evening to settle in and explore the area nearby your accommodation.
- Day 16
Prague
Your local guide takes you through Prague's Gothic landmarks including the Old Town, the famous Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge, commissioned in 1357. This afternoon you'll stroll through the city at your own pace. The Old Town Square's Christmas market is a highlight right now, and you'll find Prague's tallest Christmas tree nearby.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Prague Old Town, Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge
Landmarks Old Town Square Astronomical Clock Charles Bridge - Day 17
Prague
You'll explore Prague with your choice of freechoice activities. Join a walking tour of Prague's famous sites and hidden gems learning about life under Communism, then visit a local brewery for beer tasting. Or head to Terezin to learn about the Theresienstadt Ghetto and Nazi occupation. Another option is exploring Prague Castle, visiting St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace and the picturesque Golden Lane.
- Meals
- Lunch (Beer tasting at local brewery)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Communist walk of Prague with beer tasting at local brewery
- Scenic Freechoice: Terezin Memorial tour
- Scenic Freechoice: Prague Castle Tour including St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane
Landmarks Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Golden Lane Terezin - Day 18
Departure
You'll depart after breakfast, taking many wonderful memories with you from this river cruise through central Europe.
- Meals
- Breakfast
