Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest
Included Activities
- Board Scenic Space-Ship and settle into suite
- Welcome reception
Optional Activities
- Explore Budapest's festive atmosphere and nightlife onshore
Landmarks Danube River Buda Pest 
- Day 2
Budapest
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Budapest in Depth: Visit Várkert Bazár, cross Margaret Bridge to Széchenyi Square and Elizabeth Square, visit local Christmas market
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Guided hike of Buda: Walk through Buda district, see Várkert Bazár and landscaped gardens, enjoy views over Danube River and city architecture
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Hungarian culinary market walk: Visit Grand Central Market and other locations for tastings of local delicacies, hear stories about city traditions
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Hospital in the Rock: Experience the labyrinths of the secret WWII hospital and nuclear bunker
Landmarks Várkert Bazár Margaret Bridge Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Grand Central Market Hospital in the Rock Danube River - Day 3
Budapest to Vienna
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Full day cruising the Danube River
- Scenic Enrich - Classical concert at Palais Lichtenstein: Private concert featuring Strauss and Mozart, glass of Austrian Sekt, ballet dancers and vocalists, in Vienna's largest secular Baroque hall
Optional Activities
- Relax in Salt Therapy Lounge
- Enjoy aperitif on Sun Deck
- Make new friends in Panorama Lounge
Landmarks Danube River Palais Lichtenstein - Day 4
Vienna
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Central Vienna exploration: Guided tour by expert local guide with free time to explore
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Schönbrunn Palace: Explore former summer residence of Habsburg family, view ornately designed rooms and impressive gardens
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Kunsthistorisches Museum: Discover artistic treasures in Vienna's premiere art museum, view architectural masterpiece with grand facade, ornate reliefs, and statues
Optional Activities
- Attend traditional European midnight mass (early morning departure required)
Landmarks Ringstrasse Schönbrunn Palace Kunsthistorisches Museum Naturhistorisches Museum - Day 5
Cruising Day
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Gourmet Christmas feast)
Included Activities
- Cruise towards German border
- Christmas Day celebrations and gourmet feast onboard
Landmarks Danube River - Day 6
Brandstatt to Passau
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Full day excursion to Salzburg: Guided tour, visit Mozart's birthplace, see Hohensalzburg Fortress, enjoy lunch at local restaurant, free time
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Full day excursion to Český Krumlov: Explore World Heritage site, admire Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture with local guide, enjoy lunch in local restaurant
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Highlights of Passau: Walking tour with local guide, visit St. Stephen's Cathedral, see Veste Oberhaus fortress, explore old town streets with museums, galleries, and cafes
Landmarks Salzburg Hohensalzburg Fortress Mozart's Birthplace Český Krumlov St. Stephen's Cathedral Veste Oberhaus - Day 7
Regensburg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Regensburg walking tour: Expert local guide shows old stone bridge, Church of St. James, Porta Praetoria, shares customs and traditions of the region during festive period
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Bavarian beer tasting: Visit series of traditional breweries, learn about brewing intricacies, sample variety of distinctive Bavarian beers including Helles lager, Dunkel, and Weissbier
Landmarks Church of St. James Porta Praetoria Old Stone Bridge - Day 8
Nuremberg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Walking tour of the Old Town: Drive to city centre, walking tour with local guide to see Imperial Castle overlooking city, St. Egidien's church, and market square
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - World War II tour - Art Bunker visit: Guided walking tour of city, visit Art Bunker, learn how artistic heritage was preserved in medieval cellars during WWII aerial bombardments
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Nuremberg's Castle and City Walls: Active walking tour exploring cobblestone streets surrounding Imperial castle, admire impressive medieval city walls
Landmarks Imperial Castle St. Egidien's Church Nuremberg Market Square Art Bunker 
- Day 9
Bamberg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg's World Heritage-listed Old Town
- Visit Gothic and Romanesque-style cathedral
- Explore Old and New Residences - episcopal palaces
- Discover 'Little Venice'
- Visit 12th-century castle
Landmarks Bamberg Cathedral Bamberg Old Residence Bamberg New Residence Little Venice, Bamberg - Day 10
Würzburg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Walking tour and Würzburg Residence: Guided city tour, transfer to city centre, stroll towards historic market square, free time to wander
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Romantic Road to Rothenburg: Coach journey to Rothenburg along Romantic Road, guided tour exploring well-preserved medieval Old Town, see Gothic and Renaissance City Hall and City Councillors' Tavern
Landmarks Würzburg Residence Würzburg Market Square Rothenburg Old Town Rothenburg City Hall City Councillors' Tavern Main River - Day 11
Wertheim to Miltenberg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Wertheim
- Coach transfer to Miltenberg
- Walking tour of Miltenberg with local guide through cobblestone streets and historic half-timbered houses
- Festive New Year's Eve party onboard with champagne
Landmarks Wertheim Main River Tauber River Miltenberg Old Town - Day 12
Sailing Day
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Full day cruising through Rhine River landscapes
Optional Activities
- Request butler service for coffee and breakfast in suite
Landmarks Rhine River - Day 13
Cologne
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne's historical Old Town
- Explore breweries serving Kölsch beer
- Free time to visit Cologne Cathedral and explore city
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Old Town Rhine River - Day 14
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Canal cruise: One-hour cruise through more than 100 kilometres of picturesque canals viewing historical waterways and city sights
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - City walking tour: Explore Amsterdam's maze of canals and bridges in city centre, discover history, modern lifestyle and Dutch culture with guide
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Excursion to Schermerhorn and Alkmaar: Travel to nearby villages, explore World Heritage-listed windmills dating back to 16th century at Schermerhorn, visit Alkmaar
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals Schermerhorn Windmills Alkmaar - Day 15
Amsterdam to Paris
Included Activities
- High-speed train journey Amsterdam to Paris
- Hotel check-in in central Paris location
Landmarks Paris 
- Day 16
Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided coach tour of Paris: Explore Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, drive along River Seine, see Palais Garnier Opera, the Louvre, Les Invalides
- Free time afternoon to explore Paris
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Arc de Triomphe Palais Garnier Opera The Louvre Les Invalides River Seine - Day 17
Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Secrets of Montmartre: Walk winding cobblestone streets of artist district, see Montmartre greenspace and vineyard that produces 27 varieties of wine
- Scenic Freechoice excursion - Atelier des Lumières: Immersive digital art centre in former iron foundry, large-scale digital projections and synchronised music, blending art and technology
- Free afternoon to explore Paris at own pace
Landmarks Montmartre Montmartre Vineyard Atelier des Lumières - Day 18
Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Transfer to airport
