Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam's narrow laneways and canals with 17th century buildings
- Visit festive Christmas trees lining historic squares
- Day 2
Amsterdam
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise: One-hour cruise through Amsterdam's 100+ kilometres of canals
- Walking tour of Amsterdam: Guided exploration of canals, bridges, history, lifestyle and Dutch culture with herring tasting
- Excursion to Schermerhorn and Alkmaar: Visit World Heritage-listed 16th century windmills and nearby villages
- Day 3
Cologne
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Old Town including Cologne Cathedral
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cathedral Christmas Market - Day 4
Rüdesheim
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge
- Visit Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum via mini train with local guide introduction to mechanical musical instruments
Optional Activities
- Explore Rüdesheim's half-timbered houses, wine taverns and beer gardens independently
Landmarks Lorelei statue Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum - Day 5
Cruising day
- Meals
- Dinner (Gourmet Christmas feast with special celebrations)
Included Activities
- Gourmet Christmas feast
- Day 6
Würzburg
Optional Activities
- Guided city tour: Coach transfer to centre with local guide showing historic market square and town
- Romantic Road to Rothenburg: Coach journey to medieval Old Town with guided tour, Gothic and Renaissance City Hall, and City Councillors' Tavern
Landmarks Würzburg Palace Old Main Bridge Rothenburg Old Town City Hall 
- Day 7
Bamberg
Included Activities
- Guided tour of World Heritage-listed Old Town
Landmarks Bamberg Old Town Bamberg Cathedral Old Town Hall 
- Day 8
Nuremberg
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of the Old Town: Guided walk to Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church and market square
- World War II tour - Art Bunker visit: Discover how medieval cellars with air-conditioning protected artistic heritage during WWII aerial bombings
- Nuremberg's Castle and City Walls: Active walking tour exploring cobblestone streets around Imperial Castle and impressive medieval city walls
Landmarks Imperial Castle St. Egidien's Church Art Bunker 
- Day 9
Regensburg
- Meals
- Lunch
Optional Activities
- Regensburg walking tour: Expert local guide showing old stone bridge, Church of St. James, Porta Praetoria and regional customs and traditions
- Bavarian beer tasting: Visit traditional breweries to learn about brewing and sample Helles lager, Dunkel and Weissbier
Landmarks Church of St. James Porta Praetoria - Day 10
Passau - Schlögen
Optional Activities
- Full day excursion to Salzburg: Coach journey to Salzburg, Austria with guided tour exploring the city home of Mozart and The Sound of Music, followed by lunch at local restaurant
- Full day excursion to Český Krumlov: Coach journey to Czech World Heritage-listed town with guided tour of historic centre and lunch at local restaurant
- Highlights of Passau - with St. Stephens Cathedral: Guided exploration of Baroque city rebuilt after 1662 fire, including St. Stephen's Cathedral with world's largest cathedral organ, Veste Oberhaus fortress, museums, galleries and cafes
Landmarks St. Stephen's Cathedral Veste Oberhaus fortress - Day 11
Melk - Dürnstein - Vienna
Optional Activities
- Melk Abbey: Guided tour of magnificent Benedictine Abbey overlooking town, including decorated abbey church and medieval library manuscripts
- Wachau valley wine tasting: Visit prominent wine region, meet local vigneron, sample Grüner Veltliner and Riesling with panoramic views of Danube and terraced vineyards
- UNESCO Wachau Valley e-bike experience: Bicycle tour along Danube to village of Dürnstein with stops to enjoy breathtaking Danube views
Landmarks Melk Abbey Dürnstein 
- Day 12
Vienna
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace: Explore former summer residence of Habsburg family with tales of the royal family and impressive gardens
- Cycle to Danube Island: Guided e-bike tour to Danube Island to see where locals enjoy bathing, boating, cycling and relaxing on beaches
- Excursion to Bratislava: Coach journey to Slovakia's capital to see Bratislava Castle, Hlavné Námestie main square and Old Town with local guide
- Guided tour of Vienna: Coach ride along famous Ringstrasse followed by immersive walking tour of historic downtown discovering rich history, architectural beauty and cultural atmosphere
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace Ringstrasse Danube Island Bratislava Castle - Day 13
Budapest
Included Activities
- Classical concert at Gödöllő Royal Palace
Landmarks Gödöllő Royal Palace 
- Day 14
Budapest
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Budapest in Depth: Visit both Buda and Pest, see Varkert Bazár before crossing Margaret Bridge to Széchenyi Square and Elizabeth Square
- Hospital in the Rock: Experience the WWII secret hospital and nuclear bunker labyrinths
- Guided hike of Buda: Walk to World Heritage-listed Buda Hill with panoramic views of the Danube River and city architecture
- Hungarian culinary market walk: Food tour including Grand Central Market and local delicacies tasting
Landmarks Varkert Bazár Margaret Bridge Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Hospital in the Rock Buda Hill Grand Central Market Danube River - Day 15
Budapest to Prague
- Day 16
Prague
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Old Town, Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge
Optional Activities
- Leisure walk through Prague
Landmarks Old Town Square Astronomical Clock Charles Bridge - Day 17
Prague
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Communist walk of Prague: Walking tour of Prague's famous sites and hidden gems with expert local guide learning about everyday life under Communism and personal experiences of the socialist regime
- Prague Castle tour: Explore one of the world's largest castle complexes including St. Vitus Cathedral, the grandest cathedral in Czech Republic, Old Royal Palace and picturesque Golden Lane
Landmarks Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Golden Lane - Day 18
Prague
- Meals
- Breakfast
