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Christmas & New Year 2026 - 15 Days (including Salzburg)

15 days
From Amsterdam to Budapest
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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 163
Ages 18-39
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Amsterdam

    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome reception)
  2. Day 2

    Amsterdam to Cologne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Canal cruise - one-hour cruise through Amsterdam's 100+ kilometres of canals
    • Walking tour of Amsterdam - explore canals and bridges with guide, includes herring tasting
    • Excursion to Schermerhorn & Alkmaar - visit village with authentic 16th century windmills
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam Canal System
    Schermerhorn
  3. Day 3

    Cologne

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Cologne Old Town - see historic buildings, beautiful squares and World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral

    Optional Activities

    • Midnight mass in town
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Cologne Old Town
    Itinerary Image 1
  4. Day 4

    Rhine Gorge

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gourmet Christmas feast)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise through Rhine Gorge with gourmet Christmas feast and special celebrations
    Landmarks
    Rhine Gorge
  5. Day 5

    Miltenberg to Wertheim

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Miltenberg through cobblestone streets with historic half-timbered houses
    • Orientation tour of Wertheim
    Landmarks
    Miltenberg
    Wertheim
  6. Day 6

    Würzburg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided city tour of Würzburg - coach transfer to city centre, stroll with local guide to historic market square
    • Romantic Road to Rothenburg - coach journey along Middle Ages trading route with guided tour of medieval old town, Gothic and Renaissance City Hall, and City Councillors' Tavern
    Landmarks
    Würzburg
    Rothenburg
  7. Day 7

    Bamberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town - World Heritage-listed area including Town Hall, cathedral, residences, 'Little Venice' and 12th century castle
    Landmarks
    Bamberg Old Town
    Bamberg Cathedral
  8. Day 8

    Nuremberg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Nuremberg's Old Town including Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church and market square
    • World War II tour highlighting main events during the Nazi regime and important historical sites
    Landmarks
    Imperial Castle
    St. Egidien's Church
    Nuremberg Market Square
    Itinerary Image 1
  9. Day 9

    Regensburg

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Regensburg walking tour - local guide shows old stone bridge, Church of St James, Porta Praetoria and shares festive customs and traditions
    • Bavarian beer tasting - visit traditional breweries, learn about brewing and sample distinctive Bavarian beers
    Landmarks
    Regensburg Stone Bridge
    Church of St James, Regensburg
    Porta Praetoria
  10. Day 10

    Passau to Linz

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Full day excursion to Salzburg - coach journey to Austria, guided tour of Mozart's hometown, lunch at local restaurant
    • Full day excursion to Český Krumlov - coach journey to World Heritage-listed Czech town, guided exploration of historic centre, lunch at local restaurant
    Landmarks
    Passau Old Town
    Salzburg
    Český Krumlov
  11. Day 11

    Wachau Valley

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Tasting of local Wachau Valley delicacies - jams, chutney and chocolate

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Melk Abbey - Benedictine monastery with abbey church, ceiling frescoes and medieval manuscripts
    • Bicycle tour from Melk to Dürnstein - guided e-bike ride along Danube through villages and vineyards
    Landmarks
    Wachau Valley
    Melk Abbey
    Dürnstein
  12. Day 12

    Vienna

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Vienna - discover Ringstrasse boulevard and Habsburg heritage
    • Private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein - Scenic Enrich exclusive event featuring Vienna's legendary composers
    Landmarks
    Ringstrasse
    Palais Liechtenstein
    Itinerary Image 1
  13. Day 13

    Vienna

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Schönbrunn Palace - explore former Habsburg summer residence with royal stories and impressive gardens
    • Cycle to Danube Island - guided e-bike tour exploring where locals enjoy bathing, boating, cycling and beach relaxation
    • Excursion to Bratislava - coach to Slovakia's capital for guided tour of Bratislava Castle, Hlavné Námestie main square and Old Town Hall
    Landmarks
    Schönbrunn Palace
    Danube Island
    Bratislava Castle
    Hlavné Námestie
  14. Day 14

    Budapest

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Budapest in Depth: Visit both Buda and Pest districts, see the Várkert Bazár before crossing the Margaret Bridge to Széchenyi Square and Elizabeth Square
    • Hospital in the Rock: Experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, built as a secret hospital during WWII and later converted to a nuclear bunker
    • Hungarian Culinary Market Walk: Foodie tour through Budapest's culinary delights, visit the bustling Grand Central Market and other locations for tasting local delicacies
    Landmarks
    Várkert Bazár
    Margaret Bridge
    Széchenyi Square
    Elizabeth Square
    Hospital in the Rock
    Grand Central Market
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  15. Day 15

    Tour End

    Meals
    Breakfast
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