Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and get transferred to your river ship. Spend time walking through this vibrant city with its famous canals and relaxed vibe. This evening, you'll join the Cruise Director and other travelers for a Welcome Reception.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
Included Activities
- Welcome Reception
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals - Day 2
Amsterdam to Utrecht
Board a glass-top boat and glide through Amsterdam's waterways with a local guide, then you'll have free time to yourself. Later, you'll drive to Utrecht to get back to your vessel for the Gala Welcome Dinner tonight.
- Meals
- Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Glass-top boat tour of Amsterdam canals with local guide
- Gala Welcome Dinner
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals - Day 3
Cologne
Your ship docks in Cologne where you can see the Kölner Dom cathedral, which took over six centuries to finish. You'll then drive to Brühl for a tour of the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace and its rococo architecture and gardens. The afternoon is yours to explore Cologne's city center.
Included Activities
- Insider Experience - Augustusburg Palace in Brühl with guided tour and walk through landscaped parks and gardens to Falkenlust hunting lodge
Landmarks Kölner Dom Augustusburg Palace Falkenlust hunting lodge 
- Day 4
Rüdesheim
Today features one of the trip's highlights as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge, which has some of the river's best scenery. The ship stops in Rüdesheim where the Winzerexpress mini train takes you through town to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, home to one of Germany's top collections.
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge
- Winzerexpress mini road train ride through Rüdesheim
- Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum - Day 5
Miltenberg
You'll explore Miltenberg, a town with well-preserved half-timbered buildings from the 15th to 18th centuries. A culinary walking tour gives you a taste of local life, with stops at a butcher and baker, then finishing at a local distillery for tasting.
Included Activities
- Insider Experience - Miltenberg Culinary Tour with regional specialty sampling at local butcher, baker, and distillery
Landmarks Miltenberg Old Town 
- Day 6
Würzburg
After a coach ride through rolling hills, you'll reach Würzburg and visit the magnificent Würzburg Residence, a baroque palace with an opulent interior, plus the Court Garden. Or you can choose an optional tour to Rothenburg, a medieval town on the Romantic Road instead.
Included Activities
- Würzburg Residence tour
- Court Garden stroll
Optional Activities
- Rothenburg excursion - medieval walled town on the Romantic Road in Franconia
Landmarks Würzburg Residence Court Garden Rothenburg - Day 7
Bamberg
This morning you'll cruise the final stretch of the Main River before arriving at Bamberg. You'll join a guided tour of the Old Town Hall and Bamberg Cathedral, then have time to explore on your own. Later, your ship enters the Main-Danube Canal.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg including Old Town Hall and Bamberg Cathedral
Landmarks Old Town Hall Bamberg Cathedral - Day 8
Nuremberg
You'll walk through Nuremberg's cobblestone streets, checking out hidden shops and artisan stores in this historically significant city. Later, you'll cruise through the Main-Danube Canal, crossing Europe's Continental Divide via 16 stair-step locks.
Included Activities
- Nuremberg city exploration
- Main-Danube Canal cruise through 16 stair-step locks
Landmarks Nuremberg Old Town - Day 9
Regensburg
Having reached the Danube overnight, you arrive in Regensburg with your ship docked in the town center. You'll join a guided walking tour to see the main sights. There's an optional trip to see the Kuchlbauer Tower at Kuchlbauer's World of Beer in Abensberg. Tonight features an authentic Bavarian experience on board with local beer, snacks, and traditional folk music and dance.
- Meals
- Dinner (Bavarian Evening with local beer and snacks, traditional folk music, song and dance)
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Regensburg
- Insider Experience - Bavarian Evening on Board with local beer, snacks, and traditional folk music and dance
Optional Activities
- Kuchlbauer's World of Beer brewery tour in Abensberg with Kuchlbauer Tower visit (Available on cruises from Amsterdam to Budapest only)
Landmarks Regensburg Old Town Kuchlbauer's World of Beer Kuchlbauer Tower 
- Day 10
Passau
As you have breakfast, you'll arrive in Passau, where three rivers meet. You can choose optional tours to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, Salzburg (including the church from 'The Sound of Music'), or stay on board for a relaxing sailing day to Linz. A Passau culinary tour sampling local food is also available.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Český Krumlov excursion - day trip to Czech city with 300+ historical buildings
- Salzburg Sights - trip through Austrian scenery including Mondsee (Wedding Church from 'The Sound of Music') and guided town tour with free time
- Passau Culinary Tour - guided walking tour of Altstadt with sampling of local sweet and savoury specialties
- Relaxing sailing day to Linz
Landmarks Passau Old Town (Altstadt) Český Krumlov Mondsee Salzburg Old Town 
- Day 11
Melk to Dürnstein
You'll cruise into Austria and dock in Melk for a tour of Melk Abbey, a Benedictine monastery on a rocky outcrop since 1089 with great Danube views. Then you'll sail through the Wachau Valley to Dürnstein, a town with castle ruins from the 12th century. The afternoon is free to walk the cobbled streets and check out town houses and taverns. You can optionally taste local wines at Dürnstein Abbey.
Included Activities
- Melk Abbey guided tour
Optional Activities
- Wine Tasting at Dürnstein Abbey - glass of local Grüner Veltliner or riesling and brandy tasting
Landmarks Melk Abbey Wachau Valley Dürnstein Castle Dürnstein Abbey - Day 12
Vienna
In Vienna, you'll join a walking tour covering St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace, and the Albertina. After that, you might visit the Naschmarkt. This evening, there's an optional concert with music from Mozart to 'The Sound of Music', including a drive around the Ringtrasse.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace and the Albertina
Optional Activities
- Mozart and Strauss Concert in Vienna's palace or concert venue with evening Ringstrasse drive
Landmarks St Stephen's Cathedral Graben Hofburg Palace Albertina Naschmarkt 
- Day 13
Vienna
Today is yours to explore Vienna at your own pace. You might check out the Hofburg area and Imperial Treasury, or choose optional excursions to Schönbrunn Palace or Bratislava instead. Later this evening, you'll set sail for Hungary and enjoy the Captain's Farewell Dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Captain's Farewell Dinner
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace excursion - wander the lavishly furnished rooms and beautiful gardens
- Bratislava City Tour - guided tour of charming Old Town in Slovakia's capital
Landmarks Hofburg Palace Imperial Treasury Schönbrunn Palace Bratislava Old Town - Day 14
Budapest
You'll wake to views of the Danube as your ship drifts into Budapest. After breakfast, a local guide takes you through the city. Later, you can optionally tour the Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum. There's also an optional guided tour of the Hungarian State Opera with a private opera recital and sparkling wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Budapest
Optional Activities
- Hungarian State Opera tour with private opera recital and glass of sparkling wine
- Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum tour - World War II hospital in caves beneath Buda Castle, constructed in 1941
Landmarks Hungarian State Opera Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum Buda Castle - Day 15
Budapest to Prague
After breakfast, you'll board a coach and travel through rural Slovakia before crossing into Czechia. The southern countryside has rolling hills covered in vineyards, perfect for wine lovers. You'll arrive in Prague for a three-night stay in this city of stone bridges, Gothic cathedrals, and golden towers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prague)
Landmarks Prague Castle 
- Day 16
Prague
Your Prague exploration starts at Strahov Monastery for panoramic views, then you'll cross Charles Bridge and reach Old Market Square. You'll see the Astronomical Clock (bring your camera), then explore at your own pace. An optional traditional Czech folklore dinner and show is available tonight.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prague)
Included Activities
- Strahov Monastery visit with panoramic views
- Charles Bridge crossing
- Old Town Market Square and Astronomical Clock
Optional Activities
- Folklore Dinner and Show - lively traditional Czech dinner and show at local restaurant
Landmarks Strahov Monastery Charles Bridge Old Town Market Square Astronomical Clock - Day 17
Prague
Now that you're familiar with Prague's layout, the day is yours to explore however you'd like. The Jewish Quarter offers plenty of history, or you can check out other areas of the city. There's an optional guided tour of Prague Castle, the world's largest castle complex dating to the 9th century, which includes St. Vitus Cathedral.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prague)
Optional Activities
- Prague Castle tour - guided tour of castle complex including St. Vitus Cathedral and the Golden Lane, world's largest castle complex dating to 9th century
Landmarks Jewish Quarter Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Golden Lane - Day 18
Prague to Airport
Your trip ends today. You'll transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
