Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
Optional Activities
- Explore the Eiffel Tower
- Stroll along the banks of the Seine
- Visit the Champs-Élysées
Landmarks Eiffel Tower River Seine Champs-Élysées 
- Day 2
Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided coach tour of Paris
- View Eiffel Tower
- Drive along River Seine
- See Palais Garnier Opera
- View the Louvre
- See Les Invalides
Optional Activities
- Explore Paris at leisure
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Arc de Triomphe River Seine Palais Garnier Opera Louvre Les Invalides 
- Day 3
Paris
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Secrets of Montmartre: Guided tour of Montmartre's cobblestone streets, artist heritage, greenspace, and historic vineyard
- Atelier des Lumières: Digital art centre with immersive exhibitions blending art and technology
Landmarks Montmartre Vineyard of Montmartre Atelier des Lumières - Day 4
Paris to Amsterdam
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome reception)
Included Activities
- Welcome reception on board
- Day 5
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise: One-hour cruise through Amsterdam's 100+ kilometres of canals to see picturesque city sights
- Walking tour of Amsterdam: Explore canals, bridges, and city centre with guide covering history, lifestyle, and culture, including local herring tasting
- Excursion to Schermerhorn and Alkmaar: Visit World Heritage-listed windmills from the 16th century in countryside villages
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System Schermerhorn Windmills Alkmaar - Day 6
Cologne
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne Old Town
- View World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral
Optional Activities
- Explore the city at leisure
- Visit Cathedral Christmas Market
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Old Town Cathedral Christmas Market - Day 7
Rüdesheim
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge
- Visit Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum
Optional Activities
- Explore Rüdesheim at leisure
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Lorelei Statue Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum Rüdesheim - Day 8
Cruising Day
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Gourmet Christmas feast), Dinner
Included Activities
- Gourmet Christmas feast
- Christmas Day celebrations
- Day 9
Würzburg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided city tour: Coach transfer to Würzburg centre with local guide tour of historic market square
- Romantic Road to Rothenburg: Coach journey along the historic trading route with guided tour of Rothenburg's medieval Old Town, Gothic and Renaissance City Hall, and famous City Councillors' Tavern
Landmarks Würzburg Old Main Bridge Rothenburg City Hall Rothenburg City Councillors' Tavern - Day 10
Bamberg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town
Landmarks Bamberg Old Town Bamberg Town Hall Bamberg Cathedral Old Residence Bamberg New Residence Bamberg - Day 11
Nuremberg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of the Old Town: Explore Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church, and market square with local guide
- World War II tour - Art Bunker visit: Discover how medieval cellars protected artistic heritage with air-conditioning and moisture-proof storage during aerial bombings
- Nuremberg's Castle and City Walls: Active walking tour of cobblestone streets surrounding Imperial Castle and medieval city walls
Landmarks Imperial Castle Nuremberg Nuremberg Old Town St. Egidien's Church Nuremberg City Walls - Day 12
Regensburg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Regensburg walking tour: Expert local guide showing the old stone bridge, Church of St. James, Porta Praetoria, and regional customs and traditions
- Bavarian beer tasting: Visit traditional breweries, learn about brewing, and sample distinctive Bavarian beers including Helles lager, Dunkel, and Weissbier
Landmarks Regensburg Old Town Old Stone Bridge Regensburg Church of St. James Porta Praetoria - Day 13
Passau - Schlögen
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Full day excursion to Salzburg: Coach journey to Austria, guided tour of the city with local restaurant lunch
- Full day excursion to Český Krumlov: Coach journey to Czech World Heritage-listed town with guided tour of historic centre and local restaurant lunch
- Highlights of Passau - with St. Stephen's Cathedral: Explore Baroque city rebuilt after 1662 fire, see St. Stephen's Cathedral with world's largest cathedral organ, Veste Oberhaus fortress, museums, galleries, and cafes in preserved old town streets
Landmarks Passau Danube River Inn River Ilz River St. Stephen's Cathedral Passau Veste Oberhaus Salzburg Salzach River Český Krumlov - Day 14
Melk - Dürnstein - Vienna
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (New Year's Eve celebration options: Champagne and entertainment on board or onshore festivities and fireworks)
Optional Activities
- Melk Abbey: Guided tour of Benedictine Abbey overlooking Melk with abbey church featuring ceiling frescoes and medieval manuscripts library
- Wachau valley wine tasting: Visit prominent wine region with local vigneron, taste Grüner Veltliner and Riesling varietals, and enjoy panoramic views of Danube and terraced vineyards
- UNESCO Wachau Valley e-bike experience: Bicycle tour along Danube to Dürnstein with stops at charming villages and rolling vineyard landscapes for breathtaking views
Landmarks Melk Abbey Wachau Valley Dürnstein Danube River - Day 15
Vienna
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace: Explore the former summer residence of the Habsburg family, hear royal family tales, and view impressive gardens
- Cycle to Danube Island: Guided e-bike tour to Danube Island where locals enjoy bathing, boating, cycling, and beach relaxation
- Excursion to Bratislava: Coach journey to Slovakia's capital, guided tour with local guide visiting Bratislava Castle, Hlavné Námestie main square, and Old Town Hall
- Guided tour of Vienna: Coach ride along famous Ringstrasse followed by immersive walking tour of historic downtown with expert local guide covering history, architecture, and cultural atmosphere
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace Schönbrunn Palace Gardens Danube Island Vienna Ringstrasse Vienna Historic Downtown Bratislava Castle Hlavné Námestie Bratislava Old Town Hall - Day 16
Budapest
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Exclusive private classical music concert at Gödöllő Royal Palace)
Included Activities
- Classical concert at Gödöllő Royal Palace
Landmarks Danube River Buda Pest Gödöllő Royal Palace - Day 17
Budapest
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice experience in Budapest (choice of four guided options)
Optional Activities
- Budapest in Depth: Visit Buda and Pest districts, see Varkert Bazár, cross Margaret Bridge to Széchenyi Square and Elizabeth Square
- Hospital in the Rock: Explore WWII secret hospital and nuclear bunker labyrinths
- Guided hike of Buda: Walk to World Heritage-listed Buda Hill with views over Danube River and city architecture
- Hungarian culinary market walk: Foodie tour visiting Grand Central Market and other locations with local delicacy tastings
Landmarks Varkert Bazár Margaret Bridge Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Hospital in the Rock Buda Hill Danube River Grand Central Market - Day 18
Budapest
Landmarks Budapest
