Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
You'll arrive in Paris and have the day to yourself, moving at your own pace. The Eiffel Tower is there if you want to see it, or you could walk along the Seine or browse the shops on the Champs-Élysées. It's a good chance to get oriented and feel out the city's rhythm on your first day.
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Paris
- Visit Eiffel Tower
- Walk along the Seine
- Explore Champs-Élysées
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Seine River 
- Day 2
Paris
A guided coach tour takes you through Paris's main districts and landmarks, hitting the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, River Seine, Palais Garnier Opera, the Louvre, and Les Invalides. By afternoon you'll have free time to head out and explore whatever caught your interest during the tour.
Included Activities
- Guided coach tour of Paris including Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, River Seine drive, Palais Garnier Opera, Louvre, and Les Invalides
Optional Activities
- Self-guided afternoon exploration of Paris
Landmarks/POIs Eiffel Tower Champs-Élysées Arc de Triomphe Palais Garnier Louvre Les Invalides Seine River - Day 3
Paris
You get to choose your morning with Scenic Freechoice. Head to Montmartre to wander cobblestone streets and see the vineyard and artists' heritage, or check out the digital art installations at Atelier des Lumières if modern art appeals more. The afternoon is yours to spend exploring Paris at leisure.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Secrets of Montmartre guided excursion
- Scenic Freechoice: Atelier des Lumières visit
Optional Activities
- Self-guided afternoon exploration of Paris
Landmarks/POIs Montmartre Vineyard of Montmartre Atelier des Lumières - Day 4
Paris to Amsterdam
The high-speed train whisks you from Paris to Amsterdam, and then you'll board your Scenic Space-Ship. This evening there's a welcome reception where you can toast to the journey ahead and meet fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Welcome reception on board Scenic Space-Ship
Landmarks/POIs Amsterdam Canal System - Day 5
Amsterdam
Amsterdam's World Heritage canal system and architecture are the focus today. Pick your Scenic Freechoice: take a canal cruise to see the historic waterways, join a walking tour to learn about Dutch culture and try herring, or head out to Schermerhorn to see authentic 16th-century windmills. Later, the ship cruises toward Rüdesheim in Germany.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Canal cruise (one-hour)
- Scenic Freechoice: Walking tour of Amsterdam including herring tasting
- Scenic Freechoice: Excursion to Schermerhorn & Alkmaar to visit 16th century windmills
- Afternoon cruise towards Rüdesheim
Landmarks/POIs Amsterdam Canal System Schermerhorn Alkmaar - Day 6
Rüdesheim, Germany
Merry Christmas! You'll spend the day on the water admiring the Rhine Gorge scenery while a traditional Christmas dinner happens aboard ship. Festive celebrations and entertainment keep the holiday spirit going strong throughout the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional Christmas dinner)
Included Activities
- Traditional Christmas dinner
- Festive celebrations onboard
Landmarks/POIs Rhine Gorge - Day 7
Rüdesheim
You dock in Rüdesheim, a wine town where vineyards have been growing for 2,000 years. Ride a mini train from the pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum to see 350 self-playing instruments from the 18th and 19th centuries. There's time to wander the charming streets before heading back to the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mini train ride from pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
- Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum (350 instruments from 18th-19th centuries)
Optional Activities
- Self-guided exploration of Rüdesheim
Landmarks/POIs Rüdesheim Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum - Day 8
Miltenberg to Wertheim
By lunchtime you'll dock in Miltenberg for a walking tour through cobblestone streets with historic half-timbered houses lining the way. Later, a coach takes you to Wertheim on the banks of the Main and Tauber rivers for an orientation tour before returning to the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Miltenberg with local guide
- Coach transfer to Wertheim
- Orientation tour of Wertheim
Landmarks/POIs Miltenberg Wertheim - Day 9
Würzburg
Würzburg, a Baroque city surrounded by Franconian vineyards, comes into view. With Scenic Freechoice you can either take a guided city tour to the market square or drive along the Romantic Road to Rothenburg to explore its well-preserved Medieval old town, including the Gothic Renaissance City Hall and the famous City Councillors' Tavern.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Würzburg city tour with coach transfer and local guide
- Scenic Freechoice: Romantic Road to Rothenburg coach excursion with guided tour
Landmarks/POIs Würzburg Rothenburg City Councillors' Tavern, Rothenburg - Day 10
Bamberg
Bamberg comes into view this afternoon, and a guided tour shows you the World Heritage-listed Old Town. You'll see the charming island Town Hall, a Gothic and Romanesque cathedral, the Old and New Residences, the picturesque 'Little Venice' section, and a 12th-century castle sitting on one of the seven hills.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town including Town Hall, cathedral, residences, 'Little Venice,' and castle
Landmarks/POIs Bamberg Old Town Bamberg Cathedral - Day 11
Nuremberg
You arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, with three Scenic Freechoice options. Walk the ancient walls around the Old Town to see the 12th-century Imperial Castle and St. Egidien's Church, explore WWII sites with a guided tour, or join a gingerbread cooking class with a local chef learning traditional Lebkuchen baking.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Walking tour of Old Town with Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church, and market square
- Scenic Freechoice: World War II guided tour
- Scenic Freechoice: Gingerbread cooking class with local chef
Landmarks/POIs Nuremberg Imperial Castle St. Egidien's Church Nuremberg Old Town Market Square 
- Day 12
Regensburg
After lunch you arrive in Regensburg, where three rivers meet in Bavaria. Your local guide takes you through the old stone bridge, Church of St James, and Porta Praetoria while sharing regional customs. Tonight, fireworks light up the sky as the city celebrates New Year's Eve with you onboard.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Regensburg including old stone bridge, Church of St James, and Porta Praetoria
- New Year's Eve fireworks celebration
Landmarks/POIs Regensburg Church of St James Porta Praetoria - Day 13
Passau
Happy New Year! Passau greets you at the meeting point of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers. This former trading hub for salt offers a walking tour through the Old Town on a narrow peninsula. You'll explore narrow laneways and charming archways before visiting the impressive St. Stephens Cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Passau Old Town
- Visit to St. Stephens Cathedral
Landmarks/POIs Passau Old Town St. Stephens Cathedral - Day 14
Melk to Dürnstein
The morning is spent in picturesque Melk in Austria's Wachau Valley. You can either take a guided tour through the Benedictine Abbey with its ornate church and medieval library, or cycle along the Danube to the charming village of Dürnstein. This afternoon, cruise through the valley to Dürnstein and taste local specialties including jams, chutney, and chocolate.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Local Wachau Valley specialties including jams, chutney, and chocolate tasting)
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Melk Abbey guided tour
- Scenic Freechoice: Bicycle tour from Melk to Dürnstein
- Afternoon cruise through Wachau Valley
- Tasting of local Wachau Valley specialties (jams, chutney, chocolate)
Landmarks/POIs Melk Abbey Wachau Valley Dürnstein - Day 15
Vienna
Vienna, the City of Music, welcomes you with its Ringstrasse boulevard and imperial Habsburg heritage. A guided tour shows you Vienna's treasures throughout the day. Tonight, an exclusive Scenic Enrich event features a private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein celebrating Vienna's legendary composers.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Vienna
- Scenic Enrich: Private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein
Landmarks/POIs Ringstrasse Palais Liechtenstein - Day 16
Vienna
After your overnight stay, you tailor your Vienna day with Scenic Freechoice. Explore Schönbrunn Palace and its impressive gardens, take a guided e-bike tour to Danube Island, or coach to Bratislava to tour Bratislava Castle, the main square, and the charming Old Town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Schönbrunn Palace tour with gardens
- Scenic Freechoice: Guided e-bike tour to Danube Island
- Scenic Freechoice: Coach excursion to Bratislava with guided tour
Landmarks/POIs Schönbrunn Palace Danube Island Bratislava Castle Hlavné Námestie - Day 17
Budapest
Budapest arrives this morning, split by the Danube into Buda and Pest (unified in 1873). Scenic Freechoice lets you explore both districts visiting squares and Várkert Bazár, experience the underground Hospital in the Rock from WWII, or discover Hungarian food culture at the Grand Central Market with local tastings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Budapest in Depth tour visiting Buda, Pest, Várkert Bazár, Margaret Bridge, Széchenyi Square, and Elizabeth Square
- Scenic Freechoice: Hospital in the Rock guided tour
- Scenic Freechoice: Hungarian Culinary Market Walk at Grand Central Market with local specialty sampling
Landmarks/POIs Várkert Bazár Margaret Bridge Széchenyi Square Elizabeth Square Hospital in the Rock Grand Central Market - Day 18
Budapest to Prague
A coach takes you from Budapest to Prague for a three-night stay in the Czech capital. You'll check into a centrally located hotel and have the rest of the day to settle in and get your bearings in this striking city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Day 19
Prague
Your expert local guide leads you through Prague's Gothic splendor, showing you the Old Town, the famous Astronomical Clock, and Charles Bridge (commissioned in 1357). You'll have leisure time to stroll and explore the architectural wonders on the banks of the River Vltava, including the Old Town Square's Christmas market and Prague's tallest Christmas tree.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Prague Old Town, Astronomical Clock, and Charles Bridge
- Self-guided afternoon exploration
Optional Activities
- Visit Old Town Square Christmas market
- See Prague's tallest Christmas tree
Landmarks/POIs Charles Bridge Old Town Square Astronomical Clock River Vltava - Day 20
Prague
Scenic Freechoice gives you options for exploring Prague. Walk with an expert guide through famous sites and hidden gems while learning about Communist-era life, then sample local beers at a brewery. Or visit the Terezin Memorial to learn about Nazi occupation history. Alternatively, explore Prague Castle, one of the world's largest complexes, with St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, and the Golden Lane.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Communist walk of Prague with beer tasting at local brewery
- Scenic Freechoice: Terezin Memorial guided tour
- Scenic Freechoice: Prague Castle tour including St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, and Golden Lane
Landmarks/POIs Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral Golden Lane Old Royal Palace Terezin Memorial - Day 21
Departure
After breakfast, you depart Prague carrying wonderful memories of your European holiday with you. The journey ends here with time to reflect on everything you've seen and experienced over these past weeks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
