Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Prague
Prague - Day 2
Prague
PragueIncluded Activities
- Guided city tour of Prague including three castle courtyards, St. Vitus Cathedral, Castle Steps, Charles Bridge, Old Town, and Astronomical Clock in Old Town Square
- Coffee & Cake at Lobkowicz Palace
Landmarks St. Vitus Cathedral Charles Bridge Old Town Square Astronomical Clock Lobkowicz Palace - Day 3
Prague
PragueOptional Activities
- Tastes of Czechia - Wine tasting tour featuring Czech sparkling wine, red, white and Rosé wines accompanied by traditional charcuterie and cheeses (2.5 hours, Easy activity level)
- Day 4
Prague to Budapest
Prague to Budapest- Meals
- Breakfast
- Day 5
Budapest
BudapestIncluded Activities
- Guided coach tour of Budapest including World Heritage centre, Liberty Statue, Heroes' Square, Buda Castle district, Matthias Church, and Fisherman's Bastion
Optional Activities
- Hike to Gellért Hill - World Heritage-listed site with stunning views of the Danube River, city architecture, Várkert Bazaar, and landscaped gardens
Landmarks Chain Bridge Liberty Statue Heroes' Square Buda Castle Matthias Church Fisherman's Bastion Gellért Hill - Day 6
Bratislava
BratislavaIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Bratislava including Episcopal Summer Palace botanical gardens, Old Town Hall and Renaissance courtyard, Slovak National Theatre
- Waltz show class on board
Optional Activities
- Home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family
- Guided hike to Bratislava Castle including views of Slovak National Theatre, riverside promenade, Gothic St. Martin's Cathedral, Bratislava Castle panoramic views, St Michael's Gate, and main square
- Skoda tour of post-Communist Bratislava - off-the-beaten-track tour with personal stories from guide and local refreshments (2 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
- Carpathian wine route - explore viticultural towns including vineyards of Vinosady and family-run winery in Senkvice with wine tasting in historic wine cellar (4 hours 40 minutes, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Episcopal Summer Palace Old Town Hall Slovak National Theatre St. Martin's Cathedral Bratislava Castle St Michael's Gate - Day 7
Vienna
ViennaIncluded Activities
- Guided tour of Vienna including Ringstrasse and city centre featuring Opera House, Burgtheater, and Parliament
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour of Vienna to Danube Island with personal stories about why Vienna is the most liveable city in the world
- Visit to Schönbrunn Palace - former summer residence of the Habsburg Empire and World Heritage site with guided expert tour of historic rooms, grounds and furnishings (5 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
- Viennese evening concert - exclusive concert at one of Vienna's beautiful concert halls featuring Mozart, Beethoven, Strauss and Schubert compositions including 'Blue Danube Waltz' and Radetzky March, with complimentary glass of sparkling wine on arrival (2.5 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Vienna State Opera House Burgtheater Parliament Schönbrunn Palace Danube Island - Day 8
Dürnstein - Melk
Dürnstein - MelkIncluded Activities
- Tour of Melk Abbey including opulent rooms with Italian Baroque architecture, gold leaf walls, and ancient monastic library with medieval manuscripts
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle - challenging hike to the site where Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned after returning from the Crusades, with spectacular panoramic views of the river and surrounding countryside
- Guided e-bike tour along the Danube from Dürnstein to Melk - 30km (18.64 miles) route passing famous vineyards and quaint towns with picnic on riverbanks and refreshing drink break
Landmarks Melk Abbey Dürnstein Castle Wachau Valley - Day 9
Passau
PassauIncluded Activities
- Guided tour of Passau including Baroque buildings from the 17th century, Gothic Town Hall, Bishop's Residence, and St. Stephen's Cathedral with the largest church organ in Europe
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Salzburg - full day trip to Mozart's birthplace and The Sound of Music setting, exploring historic downtown district, Linzer Gasse shopping street, and Mozart's home (10 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
- Excursion to Český Krumlov - World Heritage-listed medieval town in South Bohemia with guided tour through fairytale-like Old Town cobblestone streets, Renaissance and Baroque architecture, old townhouses and historic buildings (8.5 hours, Difficult/Active activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Gothic Town Hall Bishop's Residence St. Stephen's Cathedral Salzburg Český Krumlov - Day 10
Regensburg
Regensburg- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch on board)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Regensburg including World Heritage-listed Old Town, romantic narrow alleys, 13th-century Town Hall, and 12th-century Stone Bridge
- Bavarian band performance on board at Horizon Bar & Lounge featuring traditional music and authentic Lederhosen
Landmarks Regensburg Old Town Stone Bridge Town Hall - Day 11
Nuremberg
NurembergIncluded Activities
- Guided tour of Nuremberg including architectural wonders and effects of war years
Optional Activities
- World War II tour - covers Nazi Rally grounds, panoramic drive through the city, and Courtroom 600 where War Crimes trials were held (4 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Nazi Rally Grounds Courtroom 600 - Day 12
Bamberg
BambergIncluded Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg including New Residence with German and Baroque paintings from Bavarian State collection, and Rose Garden stroll
Landmarks Bamberg New Residence Rose Garden - Day 13
Würzburg
WürzburgIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Würzburg and visit to the Bishop's Residence - World Heritage-listed building featuring Viennese Baroque and Italian secular styles, with guided tour explaining its WWII restoration
Optional Activities
- Excursion to Rothenburg - best-preserved medieval town in Germany with medieval wall walks, Town Hall Tower climb for panoramic views, Gothic churches, museums, art exhibitions, historic restaurants, and local sausage tasting (6.5 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense). Note: operates at same time as included tour
Landmarks Bishop's Residence Rothenburg - Day 14
Wertheim - Miltenberg
Wertheim - MiltenbergIncluded Activities
- Guided tour of Miltenberg including cobblestone streets with colorful houses, Gothic Merchant Hall, oldest inn in Germany (dating to 1411), Miltenberg Castle, red sandstone church and bridge
Optional Activities
- Visit to Bronnbach Abbey - well-preserved Cistercian monastery in nearby Wertheim featuring stunning Romanesque and Gothic architecture, peaceful cloisters, and impressive Baroque interiors
- Active Walk to Mildenburg Castle - forest walk to 12th-century Mildenburg Castle, now housing a collection of contemporary art and old masters
Landmarks Miltenberg Gothic Merchant Hall Miltenberg Castle Bronnbach Abbey Mildenburg Castle - Day 15
Rüdesheim – Koblenz
Rüdesheim – Koblenz- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum
- Local mini train through Rüdesheim city streets
- Active walk through vineyards to Niederwalddenkmal
Landmarks Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum Niederwalddenkmal Lorelei Rock Pfalzgrafenstein Castle Rhine Gorge - Day 16
Koblenz to Cologne
Koblenz to Cologne- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cruise from Koblenz to Cologne
- Walking tour of Cologne with local guide
- Quest for Cologne's treasures - treasure hunt with map of unique city locations
Optional Activities
- German beer experience - guided tour through Cologne's legendary brewhouses to sample Kölsch (extra expense, 2 hours, easy activity level)
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral - Day 17
Amsterdam
AmsterdamIncluded Activities
- Timeless Dutch countryside - discover authentic rhythm of Dutch countryside with charming villages, working windmills, and locals keeping age-old traditions alive
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour to Waterland - passing quintessential villages, traditional windmills, and color-bursting fields
- Hidden Gems Tour of Amsterdam - relaxed personal tour of quieter, authentic Amsterdam including historic Jordaan area, charming chocolate shop, Our Lord in the Attic (17th-century house with hidden preserved Catholic church in attic), local beer, and traditional Dutch snacks at cosy brewery (2.5 hours, Moderate activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Alkmaar Waterland Jordaan Our Lord in the Attic - Day 18
Amsterdam to Brussels
Amsterdam to Brussels - Day 19
Brussels
BrusselsIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Brussels including Grand Place World Heritage Site, Manneken Pis, Royal Palace, St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral, and quaint city streets with hidden gems
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Belgium - walking tour exploring Belgium's rich culinary heritage including world-famous chocolates, golden waffles, and artisan craft beers (1.5 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Grand Place Manneken Pis Royal Palace St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral - Day 20
Brussels
BrusselsOptional Activities
- Belgium's Comic Heritage - exclusive tour of Comic Art Museum exploring rich history of iconic characters like Tintin and the Smurfs, followed by master caricature workshop with renowned Belgian caricature artist Jan Op de Beeck where you learn portraiture techniques and create your own caricature (4 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Comic Art Museum Parc du Cinquantenaire - Day 21
Brussels
Brussels- Meals
- Breakfast
