Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and board the 5-star Scenic Space-Ship. After getting settled, you'll meet the other guests at an evening welcome reception where you'll toast to the journey ahead.
Landmarks/POIs Amsterdam Canal System - Day 2
Amsterdam
Amsterdam gives you multiple options depending on what appeals to you. Cruise the famous canals, walk through the city and try some Dutch herring, bike out to the countryside, or head to the historic windmills and markets in Alkmaar. It's your choice how you spend the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise - one-hour cruise along Amsterdam's historic waterways to see Golden Age mansions, grand warehouses and narrow bridges
- Walking tour of Amsterdam - guided exploration of canals and bridges with history, modern lifestyle and Dutch culture; includes herring tasting
- Dutch countryside e-bike tour - small ferry to outskirts of town for biking tour with local guide discussing everyday Dutch life
- Excursion to Schermerhorn & Alkmaar - visit village with 16th-century windmills and charming town of Alkmaar with historic buildings and canals
Landmarks/POIs Schermerhorn Alkmaar - Day 3
Amsterdam to Cologne to Bonn
You'll dock in Cologne and explore the restored Old Town with its historic buildings and squares, including the World Heritage-listed Cathedral. Later that evening, you'll travel to Bonn for a gala dinner and classical concert at La Redoute, where your ship meets you afterward.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gala Dinner at La Redoute Recital Hall)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne Old Town - guided exploration of historic buildings, beautiful squares and World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral
- Scenic Enrich: Gala Dinner and classical concert at La Redoute Recital Hall in Bonn - lavish dinner accompanied by classical music at the 1792 hall
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Cologne on your own
Landmarks/POIs Cologne Cathedral La Redoute Recital Hall - Day 4
Rhine Gorge to Rüdesheim
The morning brings a cruise through the Rhine Gorge, a 65-kilometre stretch with 40 hilltop castles and fortresses spanning a thousand years. You'll look for the Lorelei statue along the way. In the afternoon, you'll disembark in Rüdesheim, surrounded by steep vineyards with half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and wine taverns to explore.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Rhine Gorge cruise - scenic cruising through the picturesque Rhine Gorge to observe hilltop castles, fortresses and the Lorelei statue
Optional Activities
- Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - guided tour of mechanical musical instruments with optional cable car ride to Niederwald Monument
- Hike & Cable Car - guided hike through rolling vineyards of Rüdesheim with spectacular views of countryside and Rhine River, followed by cable car return to town
Landmarks/POIs Rhine Gorge Lorelei Statue Niederwald Monument Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - Day 5
Rüdesheim to Miltenberg
Start the day relaxing on board with optional spa services available as you cruise toward Miltenberg. When you arrive, you'll find this beautifully preserved historic town with hundreds of pastel half-timbered houses and one of Germany's oldest inns. Various excursions let you explore local culture and winemaking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wertheim tour and winery - orientation tour of Miltenberg with free time, then visit nearby Wertheim and local winery to meet the winemaker and learn about production
- Gamburg Castle tour - guided tour of Gamburg Castle with private reception with the Baron and Baroness over sparkling wine
- Miltenberg tour and local farm visit - guided tour of Miltenberg, then visit family-owned farmstead to meet owners, see animals and enjoy tastings of local delicacies
- Schnapps tasting - orientation tour and free time in Miltenberg, then visit local schnapps distiller for production explanation and tasting, transfer to Wertheim to meet ship
- Spa massage - optional massage service available on board
- Salt Therapy Lounge - relaxation in exclusive lounge with natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties
Landmarks/POIs Zum Riesen Gamburg Castle Wertheim - Day 6
Miltenberg to Würzburg to Bamberg
You'll arrive in Würzburg, known for its Baroque and Rococo architecture in Franconian wine country. Choose between a guided tour of the World Heritage Würzburg Residence or take a coach to the medieval town of Rothenburg along the Romantic Road. After lunch, the ship heads toward Bamberg.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour and Würzburg Residence - guided tour of Baroque palace with valuable paintings, tapestries and period furniture, then short stroll into city for free time
- Romantic Road to Rothenburg - coach drive along famed Romantic Road trading route to medieval old town with guided tour and free exploration time
Landmarks/POIs Würzburg Residence Romantic Road Rothenburg ob der Tauber Old Main Bridge - Day 7
Bamberg
This morning you can relax on board and enjoy the Main River views from the sun deck, or go ashore when you dock in Bamberg. This World Heritage town sits on seven hills with cobblestoned streets, medieval buildings and a Gothic cathedral. Explore the Old Town or venture to nearby Coburg if you prefer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town - walking tour of World Heritage-listed Old Town to learn about fascinating history and Medieval and Baroque buildings
- Excursion to Coburg - coach journey to Coburg to visit impressive castle overlooking the city with museum housing collections of carriages, weapons, armoury and paintings
Landmarks/POIs Bamberg Old Town Bamberg Town Hall Bamberg Cathedral Coburg Castle - Day 8
Bamberg to Nuremberg to Regensburg
You'll arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, where the 12th century Imperial Castle dominates the skyline. The Old Town is protected by ancient city walls, and you can choose between guided tours of the area, a World War II tour, or an active walking tour around the castle and walls. The ship departs for Regensburg in the afternoon.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Nuremberg Old Town - drive through city centre passing ancient city walls, then walking tour to see Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church and market square
- World War II tour - guided tour highlighting main Nazi regime events in Nuremberg, learning about this dark history and visiting important sites
- Nuremberg's Castle and City Walls - active walking tour following cobblestone streets surrounding Imperial Castle to admire impressive medieval city walls
Landmarks/POIs Imperial Castle St. Egidien's Church Nuremberg City Walls - Day 9
Regensburg
After lunch, you'll arrive in Regensburg, a city with 2,000 years of history and one of Germany's best-preserved medieval town centres. Choose between exploring the Old Town with a local guide, taking a ferry to Weltenburg Abbey for beer tasting, hiking to Thurn und Taxis Castle, or cycling to Walhalla Memorial.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Regensburg - guided walking tour to see old stone bridge, Church of St James and Porta Praetoria
- Weltenburg Abbey - ferry through Danube Gorge to oldest Bavarian monastery founded approximately 600 AD; explore Abbey and Cloister Church, sample award-winning beer produced since 1050
- Thurn und Taxis Active Walking Tour - guided active walking tour from ship to Thurn und Taxis Castle with tour and free time to learn about German noble family history
- Cycle to Walhalla Memorial - guided cycle through Donau Valley scenery along river and countryside to Walhalla Memorial commissioned by King Ludwig I to honour notable Germans
Landmarks/POIs Regensburg Old Town Stone Bridge Church of St James Porta Praetoria Weltenburg Abbey Thurn und Taxis Castle Walhalla Memorial - Day 10
Regensburg to Passau
You'll arrive early in Passau at the meeting point of three rivers near the Austrian border. This was an important Holy Roman Empire town with charming Italianate Old Town buildings. Take a full-day excursion to Salzburg Austria or Český Krumlov Czech Republic, or stay to explore Passau's highlights including St Stephens Cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Full day excursion to Salzburg - cross border into Salzburg, Austria for guided tour of Mozart's birthplace and Hohensalzburg fortress; includes lunch at local restaurant and free time
- Full day excursion to Český Krumlov - journey to Czech World Heritage town with guided exploration of well-preserved Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture; includes lunch at local restaurant
- Highlights of Passau - guided walking tour admiring colourful buildings lining waterways; visit St Stephens Cathedral originally built in 450 AD but destroyed by fire in 1662 and rebuilt in Baroque style
Landmarks/POIs St Stephens Cathedral Mozart's Birthplace Hohensalzburg Fortress Česky Krumlov Old Town - Day 11
Passau to Dürnstein
The morning takes you to Dürnstein, a small World Heritage-listed town in Austria's Wachau Valley perched on the edge of the Danube surrounded by ancient terraced vineyards. You can visit Göttweig Abbey with its Baroque staircase, taste local wines, or e-bike to the village of Krems.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Göttweig Abbey - guided tour of 6th-century founded abbey showing magnificent frescoes and Austria's largest Baroque staircase
- Wachau Valley wine tasting - visit local winemaker to learn age-old winemaking traditions and sample wines produced on site
- E-biking from Dürnstein to Krems - guided bicycle tour along Danube to quaint village of Krems with stops for breathtaking views
Landmarks/POIs Wachau Valley Göttweig Abbey Krems - Day 12
Vienna
You'll arrive in Vienna, Austria's capital and centre of art, music and culture. A coach transfer takes you to the city centre for a guided walking tour of the Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace. This afternoon and evening you're free to explore or relax on board, or join an exclusive classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Classical concert experience with Austrian Sekt at Palais Liechtenstein)
Included Activities
- Coach transfer and guided walking tour of Vienna highlights - drive from ship to city centre and walking tour to see Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace
- Scenic Enrich: Classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein - exclusive private concert in opulent setting with Austrian Sekt, featuring Strauss and Mozart performed by renowned orchestra with ballet dancers and vocalists
Landmarks/POIs Vienna State Opera House St Stephen's Cathedral Belvedere Palace Palais Liechtenstein - Day 13
Vienna
You have a full day in Vienna with the ship docked overnight. Explore the city's grandeur at your own pace and walk the famous Ringstrasse boulevard. Pick one of three options: tour the former imperial summer residence at Schönbrunn Palace, e-bike to Danube Island, or venture to Bratislava, Slovakia's capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace - explore former Habsburg summer residence with ornately designed rooms, royal family stories and impressive gardens
- Cycle to Danube Island - guided e-bike tour to recreational Danube Island playground where locals enjoy bathing, boating, cycling and beach time
- Excursion to Bratislava - travel to Slovakia's capital since 1993 with guided tour of Bratislava Castle, Hlavné Námestie main square and Old Town Hall, contrasting glorious Old Town with brutalist socialist architecture
Landmarks/POIs Schönbrunn Palace Danube Island Bratislava Castle Hlavné Námestie - Day 14
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest, Europe's most diverse capital divided by the Danube into Buda and Pest, connected by the bridge built in 1873. This architectural treasure spans Gothic to Art Nouveau styles. Choose from in-depth coach tours, walking tours, visiting an underground WWII hospital, a Buda hike, or a culinary market tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Budapest in depth - coach tour starting in Buda to see Várkert Bazár, crossing Margaret Bridge to Pest for Széchenyi square and Elizabeth square, ending with mesmerising piano recital at Institute for the Blind
- Budapest's past and present - walking and coach tour exploring communist past and modern EU life, including 1956 Hungarian revolution and significant Jewish events
- Hospital in the Rock - guided tour underground exploring secret WWII hospital beneath Castle district later converted to nuclear bunker
- Guided hike of Buda - beautiful walking tour through Buda district seeing Varket Bazar and landscaped gardens with views over Danube River and city
- Hungarian culinary market tour - foodie tour through bustling Grand Central Market tasting local delicacies with fascinating stories about city traditions
Landmarks/POIs Várkert Bazár Margaret Bridge Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Hospital in the Rock Grand Central Market - Day 15
Budapest
You have a full day at leisure in Budapest. Explore at your own pace, visit the thermal baths, wander through Gothic and Art Nouveau architecture, or simply relax on the ship and take in the city from the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 16
Budapest to Mohács
You'll arrive in Mohács, a small Hungarian town where the 16th century Battle of Mohács took place, leading to the destruction of Hungarian monarchy and the rise of Ottoman and Habsburg rule. Choose between visiting Pécs with its historic buildings, exploring the Villány wine region with tastings, or touring the Zsolnay Ceramics Museum.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Pécs - tour to city's first telephone exchange opened in 1885, Turkish Bath of Pasha Memi demolished late 19th century but unearthed 1970s, and more
- Villány wine village - visit charming village known for bold red wines with rows of historic wine cellars offering local wine tastings
- Zsolnay Ceramics Museum - view splendid collection of hand-painted ceramics at former factory of company founded in 1853
Landmarks/POIs Pécs Turkish Bath of Pasha Memi Villány Zsolnay Ceramics Museum - Day 17
Mohács to Osijek
You'll arrive in Osijek, a Croatian city with turbulent history whose grand Baroque buildings show war scars. The city is famous for paprika-flavoured food and local sausages. Take a guided walking tour of the Baroque Old Town, explore the Baranja wine region between Croatia and Hungary, or visit a local Croatian family for authentic lunch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic meal at local Croatian family home with fresh vegetables from host's garden), Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Osijek - guided tour to see highlights including well-preserved Baroque Old Town, fortress and traditional/classical music popular in region
- Baranja wine region - explore picturesque wine-making region straddling Croatia and Hungary with tasting experience blending bold notes, local culture and landscapes
- Local Croatian family lunch - visit home of local Croatian family and have lunch with family members in cultural and culinary experience with authentic meal from fresh garden vegetables
Landmarks/POIs Osijek Old Town Osijek Fortress Baranja - Day 18
Osijek to Belgrade
You'll dock in Belgrade, Serbia's capital at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers. This eclectic city has Brutalist and Art Nouveau buildings and a bohemian vibe. Morning options include walking tours, cycling along the Danube, or a panoramic tour with Tito's Memorial. The afternoon is free, and evening brings an exclusive experience at St. Sava Temple Orthodox Cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Enrich: Visit St. Sava Temple - largest Orthodox temple in Balkans; admire frescoed crypt walls where church choir performs beautiful hymns with remarkable acoustics amid white marble ceilings
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Belgrade - guided tour of iconic sites including cobbled streets of Bohemian Quarter and Kalemegdan Fortress with free exploration time
- Panoramic tour of Belgrade with Tito's Memorial - guided tour seeing major city sites including Ottoman Old Town heritage and memorial dedicated to Tito, former Yugoslavia ruler
- Cycling tour along the Danube - guided cycling tour tracing Danube banks
Landmarks/POIs Kalemegdan Fortress Bohemian Quarter Skardalija Street St. Sava Temple 
- Day 19
Djerdap Gorge (Iron Gates)
You'll cruise through the spectacular Djerdap Gorge system, also known as Iron Gates, which forms the natural border between Serbia and Romania. Watch for four narrow gorges, soaring cliffs and the rock carving of Decebalus. Relax on board from your suite, sun lounge or sun deck enjoying the Danube views.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Djerdap Gorge cruise - scenic cruising through spectacular Iron Gates gorge system featuring four narrow gorges, soaring cliffs and Decebalus rock carving
Landmarks/POIs Djerdap Gorge Iron Gates Decebalus Rock Carving - Day 20
Svishtov to Veliko Tarnovo or Rousse
You'll arrive in the Bulgarian town of Svishtov. Take a full-day excursion to Veliko Tarnovo with panoramic views and the nearby village of Arbanassi, or stay on board for a relaxing cruise to Rousse, known as 'Little Vienna', where you'll have a guided sightseeing tour and an exclusive piano recital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi - full day excursion to one of Bulgaria's oldest towns with panoramic views of old town, Asenevtsi Brothers Monument, then nearby leafy village of Arbanassi
- Walking tour of Rousse with piano recital - relaxing cruise to Rousse with sightseeing tour of opulent town with local guide and exclusive piano recital
Landmarks/POIs Veliko Tarnovo Asenevtsi Brothers Monument Arbanassi Rousse - Day 21
Rousse to Silistra
You'll arrive early in Silistra, a Bulgarian town with a complex history that has changed hands many times through the centuries. Choose between guided walks to Silistra Fort, visiting Alfatar Village to meet local children and a schoolchildren choir, or exploring the ancient Thracian Tomb of Sveshtari.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Active walk to Silistra Fort - guided walking tour of best preserved of six points of Turkish fortification system to learn history
- Visit Alfatar Village - excursion to small village outside Silistra with ethnographic museum featuring typical country house, customary attire, visit Alfatar school to meet local children with charming choir performance and learn about daily life
- Sveshtari Thracian Secrets - guided tour exploring ancient Thracian Tomb of Sveshtari discovering rich heritage and flavours of Bulgaria
Landmarks/POIs Silistra Fort Alfatar Sveshtari Thracian Tomb - Day 22
Silistra to Bucharest
You'll disembark from the Scenic Space-Ship and transfer to Bucharest, Romania's capital once called 'Paris of the East'. After an orientation coach tour of the squares and Primaverii Palace, choose between Ceausescu's Spring Palace or the Village Open Air Museum. You'll dine with fellow guests at the hotel in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Dining with fellow guests)
Included Activities
- Coach orientation tour of Bucharest - tour from south of city to Primaverii Palace stopping at Union Square, University Square, Roman Square, Victory Square and Charles de Gaulle Square
Optional Activities
- Ceausescu's Spring Palace - 1960s residence in wealthy district with 80 elegant rooms decorated with silk wallpaper, wood panels, famous Romanian painters, mosaics, marble, Murano glass chandeliers and mirrors
- Village Open Air Museum - ethnography exhibits depicting Romanian heritage and culture with authentic houses, barns, churches rebuilt using traditional techniques
Landmarks/POIs Primaverii Palace Union Square University Square Roman Square Victory Square Charles de Gaulle Square Ceausescu's Spring Palace Village Open Air Museum - Day 23
Bucharest
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Bucharest airport for your onward journey, carrying with you memories from this river cruise along the Danube.
- Meals
- Breakfast
