| Day 1 | DEPART USA/CANADA
Board your overnight flight to Amsterdam, the Netherlands. |
| Day 2 | ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION
Arrive in charming Amsterdam and embark upon your luxurious river cruise ship. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at the Welcome Dinner. (D) |
| Day 3 | AMSTERDAM
After breakfast, admire the city’s beautiful centuries-old homes and picturesque churches on a guided canal boat tour. Then enjoy a panoramic city tour of Amsterdam, including a photo stop at a windmill once painted by Rembrandt, followed by free time to explore on your own. The ship departs early afternoon and cruises overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | COLOGNE – KOBLENZ
This morning, arrive in Cologne for a guided walking tour through the old part of the city and a visit to its 13th-century Gothic cathedral. Another option is a guided bike tour through Cologne, where you will see medieval houses, churches, and beautiful bridges (capacity controlled). The ship will depart for Koblenz around lunchtime, arriving this evening. Feel free to go ashore and enjoy an evening walk with your Cruise Manager. The ship moors in Koblenz overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | RÜDESHEIM
Cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge early this morning, passing by numerous castles and the legendary Lorelei Rock. After lunch, arrive in Rüdesheim and take a mini train to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns, and other sights during your free time. Late this afternoon, the ship departs for Miltenberg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM
Arrive in Miltenberg late morning for a walking tour of this delightful old town, with its narrow cobblestone streets and steeply gabled houses. During lunch, the ship will cruise to Freudenberg. A motor-coach will take you to Wertheim, where you will see the historic city center and have free time to explore on your own. A guided bicycle tour of Wertheim is also available (capacity controlled). Rejoin the ship and cruise overnight en route to Wurzburg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | WÜRZBURG - KITZINGEN
This morning, take a guided tour of Würzburg showing you all of the major sights or visit the Residenz Palace and gardens, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s best examples of Baroque architecture. This afternoon, take an optional excursion along the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenburg or enjoy a scenic bike ride from Würzburg to Kitzingen (capacity controlled). The ship arrives this evening in Kitzingen, where you may enjoy an evening walk and wine tasting at Germany’s oldest wine cellar. Late tonight, the ship departs for Bamberg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | BAMBERG
Arrive this afternoon in enchanting Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. Disembark for a guided walking tour of this medieval gem and see the breathtaking cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, the city’s serpentine streets, and elegant 18th-century mansions. A guide bicycle tour is also available. Sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer before continuing your cruise this evening to Nuremberg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | NUREMBERG
This morning, you may opt for the “Medieval Nuremberg” tour and see the city’s 900-year- old ramparts and the Imperial Castle, or join the “WWII” tour that visits the Zeppelin field and the Justice Palace courtroom where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. After lunch, the ship passes through the Main-Danube Canal to Hilpoltstein, Europe’s Continental Divide and highest point (1,332 feet above sea level), then starts descending through stair-step locks. We will continue to cruise overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | REGENSBURG
A guided morning tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to a Roman fort built in 179 AD. Alternatively, visit the Audi Factory in Ingolstadt, where a member of the Audi team will take you on a guided tour of the Audi Car Museum or Factory Floor (subject to availability). You may also opt to take a guided bike tour. The ship departs this evening for Austria. (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | PASSAU, AUSTRIA – LINZ
After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau for a walking tour. This 2,000-year-old city is noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture. As you walk the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, you will see the old city fortifications and St. Stephan’s Cathedral, home to the largest pipe organ in the world. Alternatively, join an excursion to Salzburg, birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the setting for “The Sound of Music.” Those staying on board can enjoy a scenic journey to Linz, Austria. We arrive in Linz this evening and depart around midnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 12 | MELK - DÜRNSTEIN
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. A guided tour takes you to Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest Baroque monasteries. After lunch, enjoy a scenic cruise through the lovely Wachau Valley and arrive in Dürnstein mid-afternoon. There, you will see the blue facade of the Baroque Stiftskirche and the castle ruins where Richard the Lionhearted was once imprisoned, high above the town. You will also enjoy a wine tasting of several different wines. Alternatively, a guided bicycle tour from Melk to Dürnstein is also available (capacity controlled). The ship moors in Dürnstein until the early hours of the morning. (B,L,D) |
| Day 13 | VIENNA
The ship docks in Vienna this morning. Savor the sights of romantic Vienna during your guided tour today, which includes such sights as the Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. As an alternative, join an optional excursion to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. Tonight, explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or join an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 14 | VIENNA - BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Enjoy a morning of scenic cruising to Bratislava, arriving early afternoon. You will have a choice of two tours, a “Communist History” tour or a walking tour of the city’s major sights, including the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral. The rest of the afternoon is free to shop or explore on your own. Tonight there is an evening music performance aboard the ship. We depart late tonight for Budapest. (B,L,D) |
| Day 15 | BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle where you will enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest. Your tour also includes the Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace and St. Stephen’s Basilica. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner before the ship sails a special “Illuminations Cruise” past the city’s stunning riverfront. The ship moors overnight in Budapest. (B,L,D) |
| Day 16 | DISEMBARKATION - DEPART BUDAPEST
Your cruise comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B) |
| Day 1 | DEPART USA/CANADA
Board your overnight flight to Budapest, Hungary. |
| Day 2 | ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY - EMBARKATION
Arrive in Budapest and embark your luxurious river cruise ship. This evening meet your fellow travelers at the Welcome Dinner. (D) |
| Day 3 | BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle, which offers a splendid view of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the river. Your tour also includes the Fisherman's Bastion, the Royal Palace and St. Stephen's Basilica. Tonight, the ship departs for Bratislavia after a special “Illuminations Cruise” past the city’s stunning river front. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Enjoy a scenic cruise to Bratislava, arriving early afternoon. You will have a choice of two tours, a “Communist History” tour or a walking tour of the city’s major sights, including the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and St. Martin's Cathedral. The rest of the afternoon is free to shop or explore on your own. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Savor the sights of romantic Vienna during your guided sightseeing tour this morning, including the Vienna Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. As an alternative, join an optional excursion to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. Tonight, explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or go see an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | DÜRNSTEIN - MELK
Reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. Stop in Durnstein, a charming town with a magnificent blue Stiftskirche, and take a walking tour down medieval cobblestone streets past 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. High above the town, you will see the ruins of a castle where Richard the Lionhearted was once imprisoned. You will also enjoy a wine tasting of several different wines. After lunch, the ship will cruise to Melk for a guided tour of the town’s Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries and the inspiration for the novel The Name of the Rose. Alternatively, a guided bicycle tour from Durnstein to Melk is also available (capacity controlled). (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | LINZ - PASSAU, GERMANY
This morning the ship arrives in Linz, where you will have a choice of two different excursions. The first choice is an optional excursion to Salzburg, where you will take a walking tour of the historic center, famous as the setting for “The Sound of Music” and as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The tour also includes a visit to the Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart’s Square, and much more. The alternative is to remain on the ship as it cruises through scenic Upper Austria to Passau, a 2,000-year-old city noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture. A late afternoon walking tour of Passau will take you along the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, where you will see the old city fortifications and St. Stephan’s Cathedral, home to the largest pipe organ in the world. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | REGENSBURG
Early this afternoon, arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria - gates to a Roman fort built in 179 AD. As an alternative, visit the Audi Factory in Ingolstadt, where a member of the Audi team will take you on a guided tour of the Audi Car Museum or the production line (subject to availability). A guided bike tour is also available. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | NUREMBERG
This morning, enter the Main-Danube Canal and relax during a leisurely cruise through the beautiful Altmühl Valley. The Main-Danube Canal traverses the Franconian Alps via 16 locks, truly a marvel of modern engineering. In the afternoon, you may opt to take a “Medieval Nuremberg” tour to see the storybook 900-year-old ramparts that surround this historic city and the Imperial Castle, or join the “WWII” tour that visits the Zeppelin field where Hitler held his Nazi rallies and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | BAMBERG - SCHWEINFURT
Enjoy a morning walking tour of the enchanting town of Bamberg, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. See the Cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, and explore serpentine streets lined with charming houses. Sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer before continuing your cruise to Schweinfurt, arriving early evening. The night is yours to explore Schweinfurt on your own or on a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | KITZINGEN - WÜRZBURG
After arriving in Kitzingen, your walking tour includes the city’s famous 13th-century Leaning Tower, the Old Main Bridge, Kitzingen Church, and the Renaissance-style Town Hall. Later, the Aulic Council and Wine Queen will welcome you to Germany’s oldest wine cellar for a tasting of several different wines and an overview of wine production in the region. In the afternoon, you will have a choice of three different excursions. Take a guided tour of Würzburg showing you all of the major sights or visit the Residenz Palace and gardens, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s best examples of Baroque architecture. Another alternative is to take a guided bike tour from Kitzengen to Würzburg (capacity controlled). You might also enjoy an optional excursion to medieval Rothenburg, a beautiful walled city situated on the Romantic Road. Your walking tour includes entrance to the Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Museum. (B,L,D) |
| Day 12 | WERTHEIM - MILTENBERG
This morning, you will have a walking tour of Wertheim, a town that has retained much of its medieval charm and character. As an alternative, a guided bike tour from Wertheim (capacity controlled) will take you along the scenic Main River Valley. The ship will depart for Miltenberg during lunch, arriving early evening for a brief walking tour along cobblestone streets lined with steeply gabled, half-timbered houses. Later, the ship leaves Bavaria and the Main River behind. (B,L,D) |
| Day 13 | RÜDESHEIM - KOBLENZ
Arrive in Rüdesheim shortly after lunch and take a mini train to visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time. Later this afternoon, your ship departs for Koblenz, cruising through the legendary Rhine Gorge, a stunningly beautiful stretch of the river with many imposing castles. Arrive in Koblenz in the evening and enjoy a walking tour through this charming town, lead by your Cruise Manager. (B,L,D) |
| Day 14 | KOBLENZ - COLOGNE
The ship cruises to Cologne this afternoon, where you will have a walking tour through the old part of the city and visit the fabled 13th-century gothic cathedral. You will have ample free time here to shop for souvenirs, linger in the cathedral, or explore the city on your own. The ship departs tonight for Amsterdam. (B,L,D) |
| Day 15 | AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
After arriving in Amsterdam early this afternoon, you will have a scenic canal cruise through the city known as the “Venice of the North.” See the beautiful homes that line the water, the fabled Skinny Bridge, and the famous house where Anne Frank and her family once lived in hiding. Later, you will have a panoramic city tour of Amsterdam, including a photo stop at a windmill once painted by Rembrandt. Afterwards, enjoy some free time to explore on your own before returning to the ship. (B,L,D) |
| Day 16 | DISEMBARKATION - DEPART AMSTERDAM
Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your homeward flight. (B) |
| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN AMSTERDAM – EMBARKATION
Arrive in charming Amsterdam and embark upon your luxurious river cruise ship. Meet your fellow travelers tonight at the Welcome Dinner. (D) |
| Day 2 | AMSTERDAM
After breakfast, admire the city’s beautiful centuries-old homes and picturesque churches on a guided canal boat tour. Then enjoy a panoramic city tour of Amsterdam, including a photo stop at a windmill once painted by Rembrandt, followed by free time to explore on your own. The ship departs early afternoon and cruises overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 3 | COLOGNE – KOBLENZ
This morning, arrive in Cologne for a guided walking tour through the old part of the city and a visit to its 13th-century Gothic cathedral. Another option is a guided bike tour through Cologne, where you will see medieval houses, churches, and beautiful bridges (capacity controlled). The ship will depart for Koblenz around lunchtime, arriving this evening. Feel free to go ashore and enjoy an evening walk with your Cruise Manager. The ship moors in Koblenz overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | RÜDESHEIM
Cruise through the magnificent Rhine Gorge early this morning, passing by numerous castles and the legendary Lorelei Rock. After lunch, arrive in Rüdesheim and take a mini train to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns, and other sights during your free time. Late this afternoon, the ship departs for Miltenberg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM
Arrive in Miltenberg late morning for a walking tour of this delightful old town, with its narrow cobblestone streets and steeply gabled houses. During lunch, the ship will cruise to Freudenberg. A motor-coach will take you to Wertheim, where you will see the historic city center and have free time to explore on your own. A guided bicycle tour of Wertheim is also available (capacity controlled). Rejoin the ship and cruise overnight en route to Wurzburg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | WÜRZBURG - KITZINGEN
This morning, take a guided tour of Würzburg showing you all of the major sights or visit the Residenz Palace and gardens, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s best examples of Baroque architecture. This afternoon, take an optional excursion along the Romantic Road to medieval Rothenburg or enjoy a scenic bike ride from Würzburg to Kitzingen (capacity controlled). The ship arrives this evening in Kitzingen, where you may enjoy an evening walk and wine tasting at Germany’s oldest wine cellar. Late tonight, the ship departs for Bamberg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | BAMBERG
Arrive this afternoon in enchanting Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1993. Disembark for a guided walking tour of this medieval gem and see the breathtaking cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, the city’s serpentine streets, and elegant 18th-century mansions. A guide bicycle tour is also available. Sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer before continuing your cruise this evening to Nuremberg. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | NUREMBERG
This morning, you may opt for the “Medieval Nuremberg” tour and see the city’s 900-year- old ramparts and the Imperial Castle, or join the “WWII” tour that visits the Zeppelin field and the Justice Palace courtroom where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. After lunch, the ship passes through the Main-Danube Canal to Hilpoltstein, Europe’s Continental Divide and highest point (1,332 feet above sea level), then starts descending through stair-step locks. We will continue to cruise overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | REGENSBURG
A guided morning tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria, gates to a Roman fort built in 179 AD. Alternatively, visit the Audi Factory in Ingolstadt, where a member of the Audi team will take you on a guided tour of the Audi Car Museum or Factory Floor (subject to availability). You may also opt to take a guided bike tour. The ship departs this evening for Austria. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | PASSAU, AUSTRIA – LINZ
After breakfast, arrive in picturesque Passau for a walking tour. This 2,000-year-old city is noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture. As you walk the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, you will see the old city fortifications and St. Stephan’s Cathedral, home to the largest pipe organ in the world. Alternatively, join an excursion to Salzburg, birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and the setting for “The Sound of Music.” Those staying on board can enjoy a scenic journey to Linz, Austria. We arrive in Linz this evening and depart around midnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | MELK - DÜRNSTEIN
Cruise through the narrow Strudengau and reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. A guided tour takes you to Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe’s largest Baroque monasteries. After lunch, enjoy a scenic cruise through the lovely Wachau Valley and arrive in Dürnstein mid-afternoon. There, you will see the blue facade of the Baroque Stiftskirche and the castle ruins where Richard the Lionhearted was once imprisoned, high above the town. You will also enjoy a wine tasting of several different wines. Alternatively, a guided bicycle tour from Melk to Dürnstein is also available (capacity controlled). The ship moors in Dürnstein until the early hours of the morning. (B,L,D) |
| Day 12 | VIENNA
The ship docks in Vienna this morning. Savor the sights of romantic Vienna during your guided tour today, which includes such sights as the Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. As an alternative, join an optional excursion to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. Tonight, explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or join an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. The ship moors overnight. (B,L,D) |
| Day 13 | VIENNA - BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Enjoy a morning of scenic cruising to Bratislava, arriving early afternoon. You will have a choice of two tours, a “Communist History” tour or a walking tour of the city’s major sights, including the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral. The rest of the afternoon is free to shop or explore on your own. Tonight there is an evening music performance aboard the ship. We depart late tonight for Budapest. (B,L,D) |
| Day 14 | BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle where you will enjoy a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest. Your tour also includes the Fisherman’s Bastion, the Royal Palace and St. Stephen’s Basilica. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner before the ship sails a special “Illuminations Cruise” past the city’s stunning riverfront. The ship moors overnight in Budapest. (B,L,D) |
| Day 15 | DISEMBARKATION - DEPART BUDAPEST
Your cruise comes to an end as you prepare for your homeward flight. (B) |
| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY - EMBARKATION
Arrive in Budapest and embark your luxurious river cruise ship. This evening meet your fellow travelers at the Welcome Dinner. (D) |
| Day 2 | BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
This morning, your sightseeing tour takes you to historic Buda Castle, which offers a splendid view of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the river. Your tour also includes the Fisherman's Bastion, the Royal Palace and St. Stephen's Basilica. Tonight, the ship departs for Bratislavia after a special “Illuminations Cruise” past the city’s stunning river front. (B,L,D) |
| Day 3 | BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Enjoy a scenic cruise to Bratislava, arriving early afternoon. You will have a choice of two tours, a “Communist History” tour or a walking tour of the city’s major sights, including the Old Town Hall, Mirbach Palace and St. Martin's Cathedral. The rest of the afternoon is free to shop or explore on your own. (B,L,D) |
| Day 4 | VIENNA, AUSTRIA
Savor the sights of romantic Vienna during your guided sightseeing tour this morning, including the Vienna Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. As an alternative, join an optional excursion to the Imperial Schönbrunn Palace. Tonight, explore the vibrant Austrian capital on your own, or go see an optional Mozart and Strauss concert. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | DÜRNSTEIN - MELK
Reach the Wachau Valley early this morning. Stop in Durnstein, a charming town with a magnificent blue Stiftskirche, and take a walking tour down medieval cobblestone streets past 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. High above the town, you will see the ruins of a castle where Richard the Lionhearted was once imprisoned. You will also enjoy a wine tasting of several different wines. After lunch, the ship will cruise to Melk for a guided tour of the town’s Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries and the inspiration for the novel The Name of the Rose. Alternatively, a guided bicycle tour from Durnstein to Melk is also available (capacity controlled). (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | LINZ - PASSAU, GERMANY
This morning the ship arrives in Linz, where you will have a choice of two different excursions. The first choice is an optional excursion to Salzburg, where you will take a walking tour of the historic center, famous as the setting for “The Sound of Music” and as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. The tour also includes a visit to the Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart’s Square, and much more. The alternative is to remain on the ship as it cruises through scenic Upper Austria to Passau, a 2,000-year-old city noted for its Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture. A late afternoon walking tour of Passau will take you along the cobblestone streets of the Old Town, where you will see the old city fortifications and St. Stephan’s Cathedral, home to the largest pipe organ in the world. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | REGENSBURG
Early this afternoon, arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city's architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria - gates to a Roman fort built in 179 AD. As an alternative, visit the Audi Factory in Ingolstadt, where a member of the Audi team will take you on a guided tour of the Audi Car Museum or the production line (subject to availability). A guided bike tour is also available. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | NUREMBERG
This morning, enter the Main-Danube Canal and relax during a leisurely cruise through the beautiful Altmühl Valley. The Main-Danube Canal traverses the Franconian Alps via 16 locks, truly a marvel of modern engineering. In the afternoon, you may opt to take a “Medieval Nuremberg” tour to see the storybook 900-year-old ramparts that surround this historic city and the Imperial Castle, or join the “WWII” tour that visits the Zeppelin field where Hitler held his Nazi rallies and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | BAMBERG - SCHWEINFURT
Enjoy a morning walking tour of the enchanting town of Bamberg, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. See the Cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, and explore serpentine streets lined with charming houses. Sample some of Bamberg’s famous smoked beer before continuing your cruise to Schweinfurt, arriving early evening. The night is yours to explore Schweinfurt on your own or on a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | KITZINGEN - WÜRZBURG
After arriving in Kitzingen, your walking tour includes the city’s famous 13th-century Leaning Tower, the Old Main Bridge, Kitzingen Church, and the Renaissance-style Town Hall. Later, the Aulic Council and Wine Queen will welcome you to Germany’s oldest wine cellar for a tasting of several different wines and an overview of wine production in the region. In the afternoon, you will have a choice of three different excursions. Take a guided tour of Würzburg showing you all of the major sights or visit the Residenz Palace and gardens, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe’s best examples of Baroque architecture. Another alternative is to take a guided bike tour from Kitzengen to Würzburg (capacity controlled). You might also enjoy an optional excursion to medieval Rothenburg, a beautiful walled city situated on the Romantic Road. Your walking tour includes entrance to the Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas Museum. (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | WERTHEIM - MILTENBERG
This morning, you will have a walking tour of Wertheim, a town that has retained much of its medieval charm and character. As an alternative, a guided bike tour from Wertheim (capacity controlled) will take you along the scenic Main River Valley. The ship will depart for Miltenberg during lunch, arriving early evening for a brief walking tour along cobblestone streets lined with steeply gabled, half-timbered houses. Later, the ship leaves Bavaria and the Main River behind. (B,L,D) |
| Day 12 | RÜDESHEIM - KOBLENZ
Arrive in Rüdesheim shortly after lunch and take a mini train to visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Explore the Drosselgasse, a narrow alley lined with wine taverns and restaurants during your free time. Later this afternoon, your ship departs for Koblenz, cruising through the legendary Rhine Gorge, a stunningly beautiful stretch of the river with many imposing castles. Arrive in Koblenz in the evening and enjoy a walking tour through this charming town, lead by your Cruise Manager. (B,L,D) |
| Day 13 | KOBLENZ - COLOGNE
The ship cruises to Cologne this afternoon, where you will have a walking tour through the old part of the city and visit the fabled 13th-century gothic cathedral. You will have ample free time here to shop for souvenirs, linger in the cathedral, or explore the city on your own. The ship departs tonight for Amsterdam. (B,L,D) |
| Day 14 | AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
After arriving in Amsterdam early this afternoon, you will have a scenic canal cruise through the city known as the “Venice of the North.” See the beautiful homes that line the water, the fabled Skinny Bridge, and the famous house where Anne Frank and her family once lived in hiding. Later, you will have a panoramic city tour of Amsterdam, including a photo stop at a windmill once painted by Rembrandt. Afterwards, enjoy some free time to explore on your own before returning to the ship. (B,L,D) |
| Day 15 | DISEMBARKATION - DEPART AMSTERDAM
Bid Farewell to Amsterdam and prepare for your homeward flight. (B) |
