Itinerary
- Intro
Introduction
- Day 1
Prague
PragueOptional Activities
- Explore Prague's Old Town, New Town, and landmarks independently
Landmarks Old Town (Staré Město) New Town (Nové Město) Vltava River 
- Day 2
Prague
PragueIncluded Activities
- Guided walking tour of Old Town with expert local guide
- Visit Astronomical Clock
- Walk Charles Bridge
Landmarks Old Town (Staré Město) Astronomical Clock (Orloj) Charles Bridge (Karlův Most) 
- Day 3
Prague
PragueIncluded Activities
- Communist walk of Prague with local guide (Freechoice option) - walking tour exploring famous sites and hidden gems with personal accounts of life under Communism
- Prague Castle tour (Freechoice option) - visit Prague Castle complex, St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, and Golden Lane
Landmarks Prague Castle (Pražský hrad) St. Vitus Cathedral (Chrám sv. Víta) Old Royal Palace (Starý královský palác) Golden Lane (Zlatá ulička) - Day 4
Prague to Nuremberg
Prague to NurembergIncluded Activities
- Welcome reception on board
Landmarks Nuremberg (Nürnberg) - Day 5
Nuremberg
NurembergIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Nuremberg Old Town (Freechoice option) - explore Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church, and market square
- World War II tour (Freechoice option) - learn about Nazi history and visit important sites from this era
- Rock cut beer cellars tour (Freechoice option) - explore underground cellars beneath Imperial Castle and taste traditional brews
Landmarks Imperial Castle (Kaiserburg) St. Egidien's Church (Sebalduskirche) Nuremberg Market Square (Hauptmarkt) - Day 6
Regensburg
RegensburgIncluded Activities
- Walking tour of Regensburg (Freechoice option) - guided tour of medieval city including old stone bridge, Church of St. James, and Porta Praetoria
- Traditional sausage making class (Freechoice option) - hands-on lesson in making white breakfast sausages with local butcher
- Bavarian beer tasting (Freechoice option) - explore historic breweries and sample classic Bavarian beers
Landmarks Old Stone Bridge (Steinerne Brücke) Church of St. James (Jakobskirche) Porta Praetoria - Day 7
Passau
PassauIncluded Activities
- Highlights of Passau (Freechoice option) - guided walking tour of colorful riverside buildings and St. Stephen's Cathedral
- Paddling on the River Inn (Freechoice option) - kayaking past charming villages, ancient castles, and historic bridges between Germany and Austria
- Cross border cycling (Freechoice option) - guided e-bike ride along the Inn River crossing from Germany to Austria through quaint towns
Landmarks St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom) Old Town Passau (Altstadt) - Day 8
Linz
Linz- Meals
- Lunch (Local cuisine in Český Krumlov (as part of Freechoice excursion if selected))
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Linz (Freechoice option) - walking tour exploring Castle of Linz, Saint Martin's Church, and Main Square with Holy Trinity column
- Full day excursion to Český Krumlov (Freechoice option) - visit UNESCO World Heritage Czech town with Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and local lunch
- Mauthausen WWII Concentration Camp (Freechoice option) - guided tour of former camp that housed over 190,000 people between 1938-1945
- Linzer Torte cooking class (Freechoice option) - hands-on class in historic cafe learning 400-year history of this Austrian tart made with handmade pastry, red currant jam, and almonds
Optional Activities
- Hike to Postlingberg Church perched above the city
- Explore local galleries and museums open after dark
- Enjoy nightlife scene and appreciate glistening skyline
Landmarks Castle of Linz (Schloss Linz) Saint Martin's Church (Martinskirche) Main Square (Hauptplatz) Holy Trinity Column Postlingberg Church (Postlingbergkirche) Český Krumlov Mauthausen Concentration Camp Memorial - Day 9
Dürnstein - Krems
Dürnstein - Krems- Meals
- Tasting (Local delicacies tasting from onboard talk)
Included Activities
- Free time in Dürnstein to explore independently
- Göttweig Abbey (Freechoice option) - guided tour of 6th-century abbey featuring impressive frescoes and largest Baroque staircase in Austria
- Wachau Valley wine tasting (Freechoice option) - visit local winemaker to learn about flavor profiles and traditional Austrian winemaking
- UNESCO Wachau Valley e-bike experience (Freechoice option) - guided e-bike tour along Danube to Krems past charming villages and vineyard landscapes with stops for views
- Onboard talk on production of local delicacies with tastings
Landmarks Dürnstein Wachau Valley Göttweig Abbey (Stift Göttweig) Krems - Day 10
Vienna
Vienna- Meals
- Beverage (Glass of fine Austrian Sekt at Palais Liechtenstein concert)
Included Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace (Freechoice option) - explore former summer residence of Habsburg family with ornately designed rooms, impressive gardens, and royal family history
- Art tour of Vienna including Kunsthistorisches Museum (Freechoice option) - guided tour of world-class art collection and ancient artifacts with leisure time to explore
- Cycle to Danube Island (Freechoice option) - guided e-bike tour to where locals enjoy bathing, boating, cycling and beach relaxation
- Central Vienna (Freechoice option) - guided tour with expert local guide covering history and elegance with free exploration time
- Palais Liechtenstein private classical concert (Scenic Enrich) - exclusive evening concert with glass of Austrian Sekt, performances of Strauss and Mozart by renowned orchestra with ballet dancers and vocalists, surrounded by world-famous art
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn) Kunsthistorisches Museum Danube Island (Donauinsel) Palais Liechtenstein - Day 11
Vienna to Bratislava
Vienna to Bratislava- Meals
- Coffee and Cake (Home-made cakes with recipes from Austro-Hungarian Empire at Kormuth Bakery (as part of Freechoice if selected))
Included Activities
- Leisurely cruise on Danube towards Bratislava
- Walking tour of Bratislava (Freechoice option) - guided tour of highlights including Hlavné Námestie (main square) and Old Town Hall with local history and Iron Curtain stories, local delicacies tasting
- Coffee & cake at Kormuth Bakery (Freechoice option) - experience Bratislava's coffee house culture dating to 16th century with spectacular architecture, frescoed ceilings, and home-made Austro-Hungarian cakes
- Ancestry of the kitchen cooking class (Freechoice option) - hands-on workshop learning to prepare traditional Slovak Bryndzové Halušky (potato dumplings with cheese)
Landmarks Bratislava Old Town Hlavné Námestie (Main Square) Old Town Hall Bratislava Castle (Bratislavský hrad) - Day 12
Budapest
BudapestIncluded Activities
- Budapest in depth (Freechoice option) - coach tour of Buda including Várkert Bazár, crossing Margaret Bridge to Pest side seeing Széchenyi Square and Elizabeth Square, ending with piano recital at Institute for the Blind
- Beethoven's favourite getaway (Freechoice option) - visit Brunszvik Castle with Neo Gothic architecture and grand gardens, learn about Beethoven's life in dedicated Memorial Museum
- Ancestry of the kitchen cooking class (Freechoice option) - hands-on class learning traditional Hungarian goulash with locals experiencing local cuisine, hospitality and way of life
Optional Activities
- Visit one of Budapest's thermal baths for therapeutic soak
- Explore Central Market Hall
- Venture out to discover legendary nightlife
Landmarks Várkert Bazár Margaret Bridge (Margit híd) Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Institute for the Blind Brunszvik Castle Central Market Hall (Nagycsarnok) - Day 13
Budapest
Budapest- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Final breakfast on board
