Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest and settle into your luxury suite on the Scenic Space-Ship, which features an all-weather balcony. The ship itself is right in the heart of the action, divided by the Danube River. After getting comfortable, you have the afternoon free to familiarize yourself with the ship and take in the river views from your balcony.
Landmarks Danube River - Day 2
Budapest
There's plenty to choose from today with Scenic Freechoice options like a guided city tour covering both Buda and Pest districts, a walking tour focused on communist history and Jewish heritage, or a traditional goulash cooking class if you're interested in the local food scene. You'll also have afternoon leisure time to visit the thermal baths, check out Central Market Hall, or explore the Jewish Quarter's ruin bars. The ship departs late evening, so you have time to wander around before heading back onboard.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Budapest in Depth coach tour, Budapest's Past & Present walking tour, or Goulash cooking class
Optional Activities
- Thermal bath visit
- Central Market Hall exploration
- Jewish Quarter ruin bars visit
Landmarks Varkert Bazaar Margaret Bridge Szechenyi Square Elizabeth Square Institute for the Blind Central Market Hall Jewish Quarter - Day 3
Bratislava
You'll cruise along the Danube toward Bratislava, starting with a relaxed morning on board. Once you dock in the city centre, you can choose a walking tour of the Old Town, grab coffee and cake at a historic bakery, or try a traditional Slovak dumpling cooking class. The afternoon and evening are yours to explore independently or relax on the ship before departure.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Walking tour of Bratislava, Coffee & Cake at Kormuth Bakeri, or Bryndzove Halusky cooking class
Landmarks Hlavne Namestie Old Town Hall Bratislava Castle Kormuth Bakeri - Day 4
Vienna
Vienna arrives early, and you've got several Scenic Freechoice activities available: the Schonbrunn Palace tour, Viennese wine tasting in the wine region, cycling to Klosterneuburg Monastery, or visiting the Belvedere Museum. After lunch, the afternoon is free to wander Vienna on your own. Tonight, there's an exclusive Scenic Enrich experience with a private classical concert at Vienna Arsenal, including Austrian Sekt and performances of Strauss and Mozart.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Schonbrunn Palace tour, Viennese Wine Stories, Cycle to Klosterneuburg Monastery, or Belvedere Museum
- Scenic Enrich: Private classical concert at Vienna Arsenal with Austrian Sekt
Landmarks Schonbrunn Palace Klosterneuburg Monastery Belvedere Museum Vienna Arsenal - Day 5
Durnstein
You'll dock in Krems in the Wachau Valley, where Scenic Freechoice options include visiting Gottweig Abbey with its Baroque staircase, wine tasting at a local winemaker, or e-biking to the village of Durnstein. Later, you'll dock in Durnstein itself where the Cruise Director hosts a special onboard tasting of regional delicacies like apricot dumplings and local schnapps.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Gottweig Abbey visit, Wachau Valley wine tasting, or E-biking from Krems to Durnstein
- Onboard regional tasting: apricot dumplings and local schnapps
Landmarks Gottweig Abbey Wachau Valley Durnstein - Day 6
Linz
Linz is an arts city blending traditional and contemporary architecture, and you can choose from several Scenic Freechoice activities: a guided walking tour of the old town and harbor street art, a full-day excursion to medieval Cesky Krumlov including lunch, a visit to Mauthausen WWII Concentration Camp, or a Linzer Torte baking class. The afternoon and evening are at leisure, and you can also hike to Postlingberg Church or relax in the Salt Therapy Lounge onboard if you prefer.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Walking tour of Linz, Full day excursion to Cesky Krumlov, Mauthausen WWII Concentration Camp visit, or Linzer Torte baking class
- Linzer Torte cooking class
Optional Activities
- Hiking to Postlingberg Church
Landmarks Linz Old Town Main Square Harbor Street Art Gallery Cesky Krumlov Vltava River Mauthausen Concentration Camp Postlingberg Church - Day 7
Passau
You'll have a leisurely morning sailing toward Passau, with time to enjoy coffee in your suite and breakfast in the Crystal Dining. There's an informative lecture about the region's culture and history. When you arrive in Passau, where three rivers meet, you can choose a walking tour of the colorful Old Town with St. Stephens Cathedral, kayaking on the Inn River, e-bike cycling along the river, or a photography safari. Late evening departure gives you time to explore the city's shops and restaurants.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Highlights of Passau walking tour, Paddling on the River Inn, Cross border cycling, or Passau Photography safari
Landmarks St. Stephens Cathedral Passau Old Town Inn River Danube River Ilz River Artist's Mile Neue Mitte - Day 8
Regensburg
You'll sail leisurely toward Regensburg this morning and can use the state-of-the-art gym, wellness center, or book a massage. Regensburg has over 2,000 years of history and more than 900 medieval buildings. Choose from a walking tour of the Old Town, a traditional sausage-making workshop exploring 12th-century Regensburger Wurst heritage, or learn about Regensburg's Jewish heritage. You'll return to the ship by coach after your activities.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Walking tour of Regensberg, Traditional Sausage-Making Workshop, or Regensburg's Jewish heritage tour
Landmarks Regensburg Old Town Danube River Bavarian Forest - Day 9
Nuremberg
You'll sail to Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, arriving after lunch. The 12th-century Imperial Castle dominates the skyline, and ancient city walls surround the old center. Scenic Freechoice options include a walking tour of the Old Town with St. Lawrence Church and market square, visiting WWII sites like Courtroom 600 or the WWII Art Bunker, or exploring Nuremberg's beer culture with underground rock cut beer cellars and traditional brew tasting. The evening is at leisure before a farewell meal onboard.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Walking tour of the Old Town, The Trials and Tribulations of WWII tour, or Rock cut beer cellar tour with beer tasting
- Tasting of traditional brews in Nuremberg's underground Rock Cut Beer Cellars
Landmarks Imperial Castle Old Town St. Lawrence Church Market Square Rally Grounds Courtroom 600 WWII Art Bunker Rock Cut Beer Cellars - Day 10
Prague
You'll travel by coach from Nuremberg to Prague and check into your luxury city-center hotel for a three-night stay. The Scenic Space-Ship is now behind you as you transition to exploring this magical European city on foot.
- Day 11
Prague
This morning, an expert local guide takes you through Prague's Gothic Old Town with its red-roofed cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, and the famous 14th-century Astronomical Clock at Old Town Hall. The rest of the day is at leisure to wander the compact, flat Old Town or explore architectural wonders along the Vltava River. Your Tour Director can help with planning if you need suggestions.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Prague Old Town including Old Town Hall and 14th-century Astronomical Clock
Landmarks Old Town Old Town Hall Astronomical Clock Vltava River 
- Day 12
Prague
You have a leisurely morning free to explore Prague on your own, perhaps crossing the Charles Bridge early to beat the crowds or sitting in a cafe overlooking the Old Town. This afternoon you can choose from Scenic Freechoice options like a walking tour of communist history with a local brewery visit and beer tasting, a Prague Castle tour of the 9th-century complex including St. Vitus Cathedral and the Golden Lane, or an excursion to nearby Terezin Memorial. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice activities (choose one): Communist Walk of Prague with local brewery beer tasting, Prague Castle tour, or Terezin Memorial excursion
Landmarks Charles Bridge Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Golden Lane Old Royal Palace Terezin Theresienstadt Ghetto Terezin Memorial Ghetto Museum - Day 13
Prague Departure
You'll depart Prague today, carrying with you memories of this charismatic city and all you've experienced along the Danube.
