Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
ParisOptional Activities
- Explore the Eiffel Tower
- Walk along the banks of the Seine
- Visit the Champs-Élysées
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Seine River 
- Day 2
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided coach tour of Paris including Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and Arc de Triomphe
- Drive along the banks of the River Seine
- View Palais Garnier Opera
- View the Louvre
- View Les Invalides
Optional Activities
- Explore Paris at leisure in the afternoon
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Arc de Triomphe Palais Garnier Opera Louvre Les Invalides Seine River 
- Day 3
Paris
Paris- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Secrets of Montmartre - explore cobblestone streets, artistic district, greenspace, and Montmartre vineyard
- Atelier des Lumières - immersive digital art centre with large-scale projections and synchronised music
- Explore Paris at leisure in the afternoon
Landmarks Montmartre Montmartre Vineyard Atelier des Lumières - Day 4
Paris to Amsterdam
Paris to Amsterdam- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Welcome reception on board Scenic Space-Ship
- Day 5
Amsterdam
Amsterdam- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise - one-hour boat tour on Amsterdam's 100+ kilometres of canals
- Walking tour of Amsterdam - guided exploration of canals, bridges, history, lifestyle and Dutch culture, including herring tasting
- Excursion to Schermerhorn and Alkmaar - explore World Heritage-listed windmills from the 16th century and nearby villages
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals Schermerhorn Windmills Alkmaar - Day 6
Cologne
Cologne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne Old Town
- View Cologne Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Explore Cologne on your own
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Old Town - Day 7
Rudesheim
Rudesheim- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge
- Visit Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum with local guide and mini train transfer
- Explore Rudesheim
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Lorelei Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - Day 8
Miltenberg to Wertheim
Miltenberg to Wertheim- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Miltenberg with local guide
- Coach transfer to Wertheim
- Orientation tour of Wertheim
Landmarks Miltenberg Wertheim - Day 9
Cruising day
Cruising day- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Gourmet Christmas feast), Dinner (Gourmet Christmas feast)
Included Activities
- Gourmet Christmas feast
- Festive celebrations and entertainment on board
Landmarks Rhine Gorge - Day 10
Bamberg
Bamberg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town
- View Gothic and Romanesque cathedral
- View Old and New Residences
- Visit Little Venice
- View 12th century castle
Landmarks Bamberg Old Town Bamberg Cathedral Bamberg Residences Little Venice - Day 11
Nuremberg
Nuremberg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of the Old Town - explore Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church and market square
- World War II tour - learn about Nazi regime events and visit important historical sites
- Nuremberg's Castle and City Walls - active walking tour of cobblestone streets surrounding the Imperial Castle and medieval city walls
Landmarks Imperial Castle St. Egidien's Church Nuremberg Old Town 
- Day 12
Regensburg
Regensburg- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Regensburg walking tour - explore old stone bridge, Church of St. James, Porta Praetoria and regional customs
- Bavarian beer tasting - visit traditional breweries, learn about brewing and sample Helles lager, Dunkel, and Weissbier
Landmarks Regensburg Old Town Stone Bridge Church of St. James Porta Praetoria - Day 13
Passau to Schlögen
Passau to Schlögen- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant (if choosing Salzburg or Český Krumlov excursion)), Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Passau Old Town
- Visit St. Stephens Cathedral
- Scenic Freechoice full-day excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Full day excursion to Salzburg - guided tour of Mozart's hometown, explore the city before local restaurant lunch
- Full day excursion to Český Krumlov - visit World Heritage-listed Czech town with guided exploration of historic centre and local restaurant lunch
- Highlights of Passau - explore Baroque architecture, Veste Oberhaus fortress, Old Town streets with museums, galleries and cafes
Landmarks Passau Old Town St. Stephens Cathedral Veste Oberhaus Salzburg Český Krumlov - Day 14
Melk to Durnstein
Melk to Durnstein- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Tasting of local Wachau Valley delicacies including schnapps, jams, chutney and chocolate)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
- Afternoon cruise through Wachau Valley
- Tasting of local Wachau Valley delicacies on board
Optional Activities
- Melk Abbey guided tour - Benedictine Abbey with Abbey Church frescoes and medieval manuscript library
- Wachau valley wine tasting - visit prominent wine region, talk with local vigneron, sample Grüner Veltliner and Riesling with Danube and vineyard views
- UNESCO Wachau Valley e-bike experience - ride from Melk along the Danube through vineyards and charming villages to Dürnstein
Landmarks Melk Abbey Wachau Valley Dürnstein - Day 15
Vienna
Vienna- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (New Year's Eve celebration with champagne)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace - explore former Habsburg summer residence and impressive gardens
- Excursion to Bratislava - coach journey to Slovakia's capital, guided tour of Bratislava Castle, Hlavné Námestie main square and Old Town Hall
- Guided tour of Vienna - coach ride along Ringstrasse boulevard followed by walking tour of historic downtown
- New Year's Eve celebrations - champagne and entertainment on board or ashore with festivities and fireworks
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace Ringstrasse Vienna Historic Downtown Bratislava Castle Hlavné Námestie - Day 16
Budapest
Budapest- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Classical concert at Gödöllő Royal Palace (Scenic Enrich experience)
Landmarks Gödöllő Royal Palace - Day 17
Budapest
Budapest- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion (choice of one)
Optional Activities
- Budapest in Depth - visit both Buda and Pest districts, see Varkert Bazár, cross Margaret Bridge to Széhenyi Square and Elizabeth Square
- Hospital in the Rock - explore labyrinths of secret WWII hospital later converted to nuclear bunker
- Guided hike of Buda - active walk to World Heritage-listed Buda Hill with gardens and views of Danube and city architecture
Landmarks Buda Pest Danube River Hospital in the Rock Buda Hill Varkert Bazár Margaret Bridge Széhenyi Square Elizabeth Square - Day 18
Budapest
Budapest
