Itinerary
- Day 1
Paris
Your Paris adventure starts this afternoon when you board the 5-star cruise ship and head out on the Seine. You'll want to arrange your flight to touch down before 8:30 PM so you have time to get settled into your cabin and meet the crew before departure.
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Notre-Dame Cathedral 
- Day 2
Les Andelys
The morning brings a relaxed cruise along the Seine as you head toward Les Andelys, where you'll arrive after lunch. This 900-year-old village sits along the river with Norman-era houses and the striking ruins of Château Gaillard looking down from above the town. You can pick one of four guided excursions this afternoon or just wander around the riverside on your own.
Included Activities
- Cruise along the Seine to Les Andelys
Optional Activities
- Hike to Château Gaillard with Medieval-themed walking tour
- Tour of Les Andelys with Château Gaillard
- Cider farm visit to see artisanal production and taste Normandy cider
- Renaissance-era Château Gaillon exploration
Landmarks Château Gaillard Château Gaillon - Day 3
Rouen
Today takes you to Rouen, Normandy's historic capital with over 2,000 years of history behind it. In the morning, you can join one of three guided excursions or walk through the charming old town by yourself. This evening, an expert gives a lecture about WWI soldiers' experiences on the Western Front, which really brings that period into focus.
Included Activities
- Expert lecture: WWI Day in the Life of a Tommy
- Immersive WWI experience with equipment and rations tasting
Optional Activities
- Rouen city tour including cathedral, marketplace, and Saint-Maclou Quarter
- Guided tour with Rollo the Viking costumed guide
- Photography discovery workshop with local photographer
Landmarks Rouen Cathedral 
- Day 4
Rouen
You have a full day to explore Rouen with choices between military history or regional food. Gourmet food tours let you try Normandy's famous cheeses, cider and calvados, while full-day excursions to the Somme Battlefields include various memorial sites and museums focusing on WWI history.
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Normandy tour visiting local producers of soft cheeses, cider and calvados
- Excursion to Somme Battlefields including Newfoundland Memorial Park with Sir John Monash Centre, Franco-Australian Museum, Lochnagar Crater
- Excursion to Somme Battlefields including Thiepval with Caterpillar Valley Cemetery and Thiepval Memorial
- Day 5
Honfleur
The ship heads west to Honfleur, a colorful port city on the English Channel where Impressionism began. You'll take a guided walking tour through the charming Inner Harbour, see the Church of Sainte-Catherine, and visit the Garden of Personalities. This evening brings a lecture about Operation Fortitude and what daily life was like in Honfleur during D-Day.
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Honfleur Inner Harbour
- Visit to Church of Sainte-Catherine
- Visit to Garden of Personalities
- Expert lecture on Operation Fortitude and D-Day
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore harbourside restaurants, gourmet shops and art galleries
Landmarks Church of Sainte-Catherine - Day 6
Honfleur
This full day focuses on WWII history and the D-Day landings. You can pick from three Normandy Beach excursions tailored to US, UK, or Canadian perspectives, or spend the day exploring Bayeux's medieval architecture and its historic cathedral.
Optional Activities
- Normandy Beaches excursion including Utah Beach, Sainte-Mère-Église, Normandy American Cemetery and Omaha Beach (US history focused)
- Normandy Beaches excursion including Bayeux, Arromanches Landing Museum, British Normandy Memorial, Pegasus Bridge and Ranville Cemetery (UK history focused)
- Normandy Beaches excursion including Abbey d'Ardenne, Juno Beach Centre, Bény-sur-Mer Canadian Cemetery and Pegasus Bridge (Canadian history focused)
- Bayeux city tour including Notre Dame Cathedral, free time to explore
Landmarks Utah Beach Omaha Beach Bayeux Cathedral - Day 7
Caudebec-en-Caux
You'll cruise inland to Caudebec-en-Caux, a small medieval town that curves along the Seine with handsome riverside homes and historic 15th-century architecture. Four distinct excursions let you explore the region's cycling routes, coastal cliffs, WWII history, or spiritual heritage depending on what interests you.
Optional Activities
- E-bike tour to Villequier with Victor Hugo Museum
- Coach transfer to Fécamp for Bénédictine Palace guided tour and liqueur tasting
- Walking tour exploring French Resistance stories and WWII history
- Abbey Road guided tour exploring Normandy's medieval spiritual heritage
Landmarks Notre-Dame de Caudebec-en-Caux Bénédictine Palace - Day 8
Vernon and La Roche-Guyon
Arriving in Vernon, a historic border town, you get access to Giverny, home to Impressionist master Claude Monet. You can visit his famous gardens with Japanese water features and lily ponds, take a self-guided bike ride through the area, or join a painting class on board. This evening features an exclusive classical concert at Château de La Roche-Guyon.
Included Activities
- Evening classical concert at Château de La Roche-Guyon featuring French composers
- Access to Château de La Roche-Guyon with manicured orchard and vegetable gardens
Optional Activities
- Monet's House and Garden tour in Giverny
- Self-guided e-bike tour from Vernon to Giverny
- Onboard painting class
Landmarks Monet's House and Garden Château de La Roche-Guyon - Day 9
Conflans-Saint-Honorine and Paris
You wake in medieval Conflans-Saint-Honorine where the Seine and Oise rivers meet. Four morning excursions let you explore Van Gogh's Auvers-sur-Oise, Château de Chantilly (or Versailles as backup), an inland water transport museum, or Château de Malmaison. After lunch, the ship starts the cruise back to Paris.
Optional Activities
- Visit to Auvers-sur-Oise with Van Gogh's room and landmarks
- Guided tour of Château de Chantilly with fine art collections and gardens
- Musée de la Batellerie (Inland Water Transport Museum)
- Château de Malmaison tour exploring Napoleonic era residence
Landmarks Château de Chantilly Versailles Palace Château de Malmaison - Day 10
Paris
Paris offers multiple guided excursion options for both first-time and return visitors. You can see the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées, check out the trendy Marais district, visit the ornate Opera Garnier, or head to Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte. The afternoon stays free so you can explore on your own pace.
Optional Activities
- Highlights of Paris city tour including Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe and Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Trendy Marais walking tour with local Parisian guide
- Opera Garnier guided tour
- Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte coach tour
Landmarks Eiffel Tower Arc de Triomphe Champs-Élysées Opera Garnier Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte Moulin Rouge Montmartre - Day 11
Paris
You leave the cruise ship today and spend an overnight in Paris. Stroll the charming boulevards, try some local cuisine, or just explore whatever catches your interest around the city.
- Day 12
Nice
A short flight takes you from Paris to Nice on the French Riviera. You'll have the day to relax and explore at your own pace with an overnight stay in this beautiful coastal city.
- Day 13
Cannes
Today you board your luxury Discovery Yacht in Cannes, the glamorous heart of the French Riviera. You'll meet the Captain, crew and your butler, then settle into your spacious verandah suite. The ship heads offshore at 9:00 PM.
Included Activities
- Welcome aboard Discovery Yacht with Captain and crew meet
- Butler service orientation
- Day 14
Portofino
You arrive in Portofino, Italy's fishing village with colorful buildings and crystal-clear waters. Three excursions give you choices between exploring the charming harbour and Castello Brown, hiking through vineyards and olive groves, or visiting nearby Santa Margherita with a scenic boat ride.
Optional Activities
- Portofino & Brown Castle guided walk including Church of St. George and free time
- Downhill hiking tour from Santa Margherita through vineyards with olive oil mill tasting
- Portofino & Santa Margherita tour with ice cream and scenic boat ride
Landmarks Church of St. George - Day 15
Livorno
Docking in Livorno, Italy's gateway to Tuscany, you can explore the 17th-century Venezia Nuova district, the bustling Central Market, or the Terrazza Mascagni waterfront. Three excursions offer Florence and Pisa Renaissance tour, UNESCO Cinque Terre with trains and boat cruise, or medieval San Gimignano with wine tasting.
Optional Activities
- The Best of Florence & Pisa tour exploring Renaissance birthplace and Leaning Tower
- Full day Cinque Terre UNESCO National Park tour with train from Levanto to Vernazza and scenic boat cruise to Monterosso al Mare
- San Gimignano medieval town tour with wine tasting and lunch at local winery
Landmarks Leaning Tower of Pisa - Day 16
Calvi
You reach Calvi on Corsica's north coast, where a medieval citadel sits above a moon-shaped bay. Walk through the historic old town alleys and along the ramparts. Three excursions let you do a Calvi walking tour with wine tasting, visit ancient villages and Xoroi Cave, or take a scenic drive along the south coast.
Optional Activities
- Calvi walking tour with wine tasting at Domaine Alzipratu winery
- Old Villages of Corsica tour visiting Sant'Antonio, Pigna, Corbara and Aregno
- Scenic South Coast Drive exploring coastal bays, mountains, historic towers and forests
- Day 17
Monte Carlo
Today brings you to Monte Carlo and Monaco, epitomizing luxury on the Mediterranean coast. Four excursions let you choose between a guided tour of Monte Carlo and Monaco Old Town, a visit to medieval Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a scenic drive to Eze with Villa Rothschild, or a perfume workshop in Grasse.
Optional Activities
- Old City of Monaco & Monte Carlo City guided tour including Prince's Palace Square and Casino
- Saint-Paul-de-Vence gallery and art exploration tour
- Eze & Villa Rothschild tour with scenic drive along Lower Corniche
- Perfume Workshop in Grasse for creating custom fragrance
Landmarks Monte-Carlo Casino - Day 18
Marseille
You arrive in Marseille, France's oldest city and gateway to Provence. Four excursions offer a guided walk through elegant Aix-en-Provence, a gastronomic walking tour with local chocolate and olive oil tastings, a Marseille highlights tour, or Castellet medieval village with wine and olive oil tasting.
Optional Activities
- Aix-en-Provence guided walk through historic old town and Cours Mirabeau
- Gastronomic walk through Marseille's Panier District to MuCEM museum with local tastings
- Marseille Highlights tour with Notre-Dame de la Garde views, MuCEM and Fort Saint-Jean
- Castellet and wine tasting tour including Bandol premium wine and olive oil tasting
Landmarks Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde 
- Day 19
Mahón
Docking in Mahón, Menorca's charming capital, you'll see Georgian houses and medieval streets filled with palaces and churches. Three excursions explore Menorca villages and caves including Xoroi Cave, the cultures of Menorca with Fornells fishing village and cheese tasting, or take an e-bike coastal tour.
Optional Activities
- Villages of Menorca & Caves tour with Monte Toro views, Xoroi Cave, and Binibeca village
- Cultures of Menorca tour including Fornells fishing village, Mahón cheese tasting at traditional farm
- Biking Tour of Binibeca on e-bike exploring south coast, fishing villages and beaches
- Day 20
Bordeaux
You say goodbye to the Scenic Eclipse and take an included flight to Bordeaux. An overnight stay here gives you time to rest before boarding the Scenic Diamond river cruise tomorrow.
- Day 21
Bordeaux
Today marks the start of your journey on the luxurious Scenic Diamond as you begin cruising through the Bordeaux wine region.
- Day 22
Libourne
You relax on board as the ship cruises into the beautiful 13th-century port of Libourne. The afternoon takes you to nearby Saint-Émilion, a World Heritage medieval village with famous wineries and macarons. The ship stays docked overnight in Libourne at the confluence of the Dordogne and Isle rivers.
Included Activities
- Cruise into Libourne
Optional Activities
- Afternoon visit to Saint-Émilion wine region
- Day 23
Libourne
Exploring Libourne and its wine-growing region, you choose from four excursions: a walking tour of the historic fortified harbour town, wine tasting at a renowned Saint-Émilion château, a sturgeon farm and caviar production visit, or a bread-making workshop at a restored 19th-century water mill. Later, you cruise toward Blaye.
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Libourne exploring wool, wine, salt and wood trading history
- Wines and vineyards of Saint-Émilion with wine tasting at prestigious château
- Excursion to sturgeon farm with caviar production learning and tasting
- Artisanal flour mill tour with bread-making workshop at 19th-century water mill
- Day 24
Blaye
You arrive in Blaye, home to a World Heritage-listed citadel that once protected Bordeaux from enemy attacks. Choose between a walking tour or active walking tour of this charming city and its 17th-century fortifications. This evening, an exclusive classical concert features a string quartet at Château d'Agassac.
Included Activities
- Evening classical concert at Château d'Agassac
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Blaye exploring World Heritage monument overlooking Gironde Estuary
- Active walking tour of Blaye citadel with local guide exploring Vauban defence system
- Day 25
Fort Médoc and Bourg
Waking at Fort Médoc in the renowned Médoc wine region famous for cabernet sauvignons, you pick morning wine tasting excursions by coach or e-bike. After lunch on board, the ship cruises to Bourg where you explore this picturesque town among World Heritage sites. Afternoon activities include carriage museum, cycling along Captain's Road, or wine tasting.
Optional Activities
- Médoc wine tasting by coach at local winery
- Médoc wine tasting by e-bike at prestigious estate
- Bourg with Carriages Museum guided tour
- Guided cycling along Captain's Road with spectacular views
- Local estate visit for Côtes de Bourg wine tasting
- Day 26
Cadillac
The ship leaves Bordeaux early and heads along the Garonne River to Cadillac, a 13th-century fortified city centered around a magnificent château. Three excursions let you explore the Sauternes wine region by coach or e-bike, or take a walking tour of medieval Cadillac with visits to the marketplace and château.
Optional Activities
- Sauternes by coach with wine tasting at château
- Sauternes by e-bike through rolling vineyards with wine sampling
- Walking tour of medieval Cadillac marketplace and château
- Day 27
Bordeaux
You wake in Bordeaux, an important trading port since the Middle Ages with Celtic and Roman heritage throughout the city. Three excursions include a guided city tour exploring the Gothic cathedral and Place de la Bourse, a guided cycling tour sampling traditional canelé cakes, or shop with the chef at the local market for a French cooking class. Afternoon stays free to explore the waterfront, Golden Triangle or La Cité du Vin wine museum.
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bordeaux highlights including Gothic cathedral and Place de la Bourse
- Cycling tour of historic Bordeaux with traditional canelé cake sampling
- Shop with a chef at local market for onboard Scenic Culinaire cooking school class
- Day 28
Porto
You board an included flight from Bordeaux to Porto and join the friendly crew of the Scenic Azure for your journey along European rivers.
- Day 29
Porto
Waking in Porto, a 2,000-year-old city with youthful energy, colorful tilework and restaurants showcasing local delicacies, you choose from two morning excursions: a guided Porto tour visiting iconic Palácio da Bolsa, or an active cable car tour from Porto to Gaia, Dom Luís bridge and Cathedral. This afternoon brings a tile painting workshop where you create your own Portuguese masterpiece.
Included Activities
- Tile painting workshop learning Portuguese decorative tile history and creating a masterpiece
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Porto including Palácio da Bolsa
- Active tour of Porto with cable car ride, Dom Luís bridge walk, Cathedral and Rua das Flores
Landmarks Palácio da Bolsa - Day 30
Entre-os-Rios to Régua
You'll spend the morning in the Douro Valley with your choice of activities to shape the day. Either hike the Paiva Walkways for something physical, tour through Quinta da Aveleda winery to see how the estate operates, or head to the historic city of Guimarães if you prefer exploring on foot. After lunch, you'll cruise toward Régua and stop at the Douro Museum to learn about how Port wine gets made in this region, which is pretty central to understanding what makes this area special.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Douro Museum
Optional Activities
- Paiva Walkways hike along the Paiva River
- Quinta da Aveleda wine estate tour
- Excursion to Guimarães - explore 15th century palace, tapestries, furniture and weapons
Landmarks Paiva River Quinta da Aveleda Guimarães Douro Valley Douro Museum Régua - Day 31
Régua
Start your morning by choosing an activity that interests you most. You could explore the Varosa Valley and visit Tarouca monastery, spend time at a family-run Quinta learning about olive oil production, or check out local wine estates in the area. After you grab lunch, the afternoon opens up with several options. Head to Lamego to see the town and its famous tiled staircase, visit Mateus Palace to walk through its Baroque architecture, or try a hands-on Port wine blending class if you want something interactive.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Lunch on board
Optional Activities
- Varosa Valley, Tarouca & Ucanha excursion - visit Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca and fortified bridge of Ucanha
- Quinta visit with olive oil tasting and production learning
- Excursion to Lamego - guided tour of Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies, staircase walk or coach descent, local produce tasting at Bodega, free time to explore
- Mateus Palace tour - Baroque civil architecture
- Port Wine Blending Class at Quinta de Pacheca
Landmarks Varosa Valley Monastery of Saint John of Tarouca Fortified Bridge of Ucanha Sanctuary of Our Lady of Remedies Lamego Mateus Palace Quinta de Pacheca - Day 32
Vinhateiro wine region
You relax with a leisurely cruise through the spectacular Vinhateiro wine-growing region where terraced vineyards line the Douro Valley alongside traditional red-roofed farmhouses and tiny villages. This area was the first demarcated wine region in the world, established in 1756, and holds World Heritage status. The ship arrives in Vega de Terrón this evening.
Included Activities
- Cruise through Vinhateiro World Heritage wine region
- Day 33
Vega de Terrón to Salamanca
You'll wake up in Vega de Terrón, which sits right at the Portugal-Spain border. From there, you have two main directions you can take. One path leads to Salamanca where you'll get a guided tour of two historic cathedrals, taste things at the local market, and have free time for lunch on your own. The other option takes you to Freixo de Espada à Cinta, a smaller village where you can learn about traditional handcrafted silk production and try regional produce at a local estate.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Salamanca Full Day Excursion - guided tour of 12th and 16th century cathedrals, local market tasting, free time for lunch and exploration
- Freixo de Espada à Cinta village visit - silk museum tour, local silk production learning, Quinta estate visit with regional produce tasting
Landmarks Vega de Terrón Salamanca Freixo de Espada à Cinta - Day 34
Pocinho
Starting from Pocinho, the historic end point of the Douro Railway, you'll choose how to spend your morning. Visit the Côa Valley Museum to learn about the region, explore the Paleolithic rock art site (the world's largest open-air site) and try a prehistoric workshop, or spend time in the Côa Valley villages to see how people traditionally make sugared almonds. Later in the afternoon, you'll cruise toward Pinhão.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Côa Valley Museum tour - largest open-air Paleolithic rock art site, pre-historic workshop, artifacts and digital technology exhibits
- Village life in the Côa Valley - visit Freixo Numão traditional village, Casa Painova estate, sugared almonds production demonstration, tasting of almonds and local products
Landmarks Pocinho Côa Valley Museum Freixo Numão Casa Painova - Day 35
Pinhão
Waking in Pinhão, set on one of the Douro River's prettiest sections surrounded by terraced vineyards producing exceptional Port wine, you transfer to charming Provesende village. You'll wander historic streets, visit the church and old bakery, see traditional handicrafts, and visit Morgadio da Calçada manor house for bola tasting. Afternoon activities let you kayak on Pinhão River, hike through vineyards at Quinta da Roêa, or do a quinta tasting and guided walk.
Included Activities
- Morning village walk in Provesende exploring church, bakery and traditional handicrafts
- Visit to historic manor house Morgadio da Calçada with bola tasting
Optional Activities
- Kayaking along Pinhão River through scenic landscapes
- Quinta vineyard hike through Quinta da Roêda breathtaking vineyards
- Quinta da Roêda estate tasting with guided vineyard walking tour
- Day 36
Porto
You enjoy leisure time sailing back along the spectacular Douro River to Porto, arriving this afternoon. This evening brings an exclusive classical concert at São Francisco Church, one of Porto's most iconic sites with an ornate carved wood altar decorated in gold.
Included Activities
- Classical concert at São Francisco Church featuring classical music in 13th-century Gothic church
Landmarks São Francisco Church - Day 37
Porto
Spending a full day in Porto, you choose from three excursions: a guided walk through canal-filled Aveiro with a traditional moliceiros boat cruise, a round of golf at Quinta do Fojo Golf Club, or wine tasting at famous Cockburn's Port cellar in Vila Nova de Gaia. Afternoon stays free to explore Porto before a farewell illumination cruise through the city at sunset.
Included Activities
- Illumination cruise through Porto at sunset viewing six bridges spanning Douro
- Farewell dinner onboard
Optional Activities
- Aveiro guided walking tour with traditional moliceiros flat-bottomed boat cruise
- Round of golf at Quinta do Fojo Golf Club (6 holes)
- Cockburn's Port cellar guided visit and wine tasting in Vila Nova de Gaia
- Day 38
Amsterdam
You bid farewell to the Scenic crew and take an included flight to Amsterdam. After arrival, you board your Scenic Space-Ship for a journey along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers.
- Day 39
Amsterdam
Amsterdam offers exploration of its 100+ kilometres of historic canals. Four excursions include a one-hour canal cruise seeing Golden Age mansions and warehouses, a walking tour of the city centre discovering bridges and local culture with herring tasting, a Dutch countryside e-bike tour, or a day trip to 16th-century windmills in Schermerhorn and charming Alkmaar.
Optional Activities
- One-hour Amsterdam canal cruise viewing Golden Age mansions and bridges
- Amsterdam walking tour discovering canals, bridges, history and Dutch culture with herring tasting
- Dutch countryside e-bike tour exploring outskirts and Dutch people's daily life
- Excursion to Schermerhorn windmills and Alkmaar historic town with canals
- Day 40
Cologne
You arrive in 2,000-year-old Cologne this afternoon. After World War II damage and painstaking restoration, explore the charming Old Town with a walking tour of historic buildings, beautiful squares and the World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. Free time lets you explore independently, then a coach takes you to Bonn this evening for a gala dinner and classical concert at La Redoute Recital Hall, a 1792 Baroque architectural masterpiece.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne Old Town with historic sites and World Heritage Cathedral
- Gala dinner and classical concert at La Redoute Recital Hall in Bonn
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral - Day 41
Rüdesheim
You cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, a 65-km stretch featuring approximately 40 hilltop castles spanning 1,000 years. See the Lorelei statue dedicated to a tragic legend. Arriving in Rüdesheim, a charming town with steep vineyards cultivating wine for over 2,000 years, you choose from two afternoon excursions: Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum with mechanical instruments or a vineyard hike with cable car return.
Included Activities
- Cruise through Rhine Gorge with hilltop castles and Lorelei statue
Optional Activities
- Siegfried's Musikkabinett Museum with mechanical musical instruments and Niederwald Monument cable car
- Vineyard hike through Rüdesheim rolling vineyards with cable car return to town
Landmarks Lorelei Statue - Day 42
Miltenberg
You relax on board as the ship heads toward Miltenberg with optional spa massage or Salt Therapy Lounge access available. Docking in this historic German town with hundreds of pastel half-timbered houses and Zum Riesen, one of Germany's oldest inns, you pick from four afternoon excursions: Wertheim orientation tour and winery, Gamburg Castle tour with a noble family meeting, Miltenberg town tour with farmstead visit, or schnapps distillery tasting.
Optional Activities
- Wertheim town orientation tour and local winery visit
- Gamburg Castle guided tour with Baron and Baroness private reception
- Miltenberg orientation tour and family farmstead visit with local tasting
- Schnapps distillery visit and local tasting with Wertheim town meeting
Landmarks Zum Riesen - Day 43
Würzburg
You arrive in Würzburg, a glamorous city with lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture set on the Main River in Franconian wine country. Home to a World Heritage palace, hilltop fortress, 15th-century Old Main Bridge and Bavaria's oldest university. Two excursions let you tour the Würzburg Residence Baroque palace with gardens and city free time, or take the Romantic Road to Rothenburg medieval town tour. The ship continues toward Bamberg later.
Optional Activities
- Würzburg Residence Baroque palace guided tour with paintings, tapestries and gardens
- Romantic Road to Rothenburg with coach tour and medieval old town exploration
- Day 44
Bamberg
You dock in picturesque Bamberg after lunch. This World Heritage-listed town built on seven hills offers medieval buildings, cobblestoned streets, charming island Town Hall, Gothic cathedral, and Old and New Residences including a 12th-century castle. Choose between a guided Old Town tour or a coach excursion to Coburg Castle featuring museums with carriages, weapons and paintings.
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Bamberg Old Town exploring medieval and Baroque buildings
- Coburg excursion exploring impressive castle, museum collections and preserved fort
- Day 45
Nuremberg
You arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city protected by ancient city walls and dominated by the 12th-century Imperial Castle, once the preferred residence of German kings. The city has significant WWII history including Nazi party rallies and post-war war crimes trials. Three excursions offer an Old Town guided walk seeing the castle and churches, a WWII history tour exploring Nazi regime sites, or a castle and city walls active walking tour. The ship departs toward Regensburg later.
Optional Activities
- Nuremberg Old Town guided tour with Imperial Castle, St. Egidien's Church and market square
- World War II tour exploring Nazi regime history and important sites
- Nuremberg Castle and City Walls active walking tour along cobblestone streets and medieval fortifications
Landmarks Imperial Castle - Day 46
Regensburg
You arrive in Regensburg after lunch, a city boasting 2,000 years of history and over 900 World Heritage-listed medieval buildings. Known for the highest concentration of bars in Germany, you choose from four excursions: a walking tour of the best-preserved medieval city seeing the old stone bridge and Porta Praetoria, a Weltenburg Abbey ferry tour with beer tasting, a Thurn und Taxis Castle active walking tour, or an e-bike cycle to Walhalla Memorial honoring notable Germans.
Optional Activities
- Regensburg walking tour on Danube confluence exploring medieval city and historic sites
- Weltenburg Abbey ferry through Danube Gorge with 600AD monastery and award-winning beer tasting
- Thurn und Taxis Castle active walking tour with family history (12th-century roots)
- Danube Valley e-bike tour to Walhalla Memorial honoring notable Germans
- Day 47
Passau
You arrive early in Passau at the meeting point of three rivers near Austria's border. This historic trading point features Italianate Old Town architecture built by prince-bishops. Three full-day excursions cross international borders: Salzburg, Austria featuring Mozart's birthplace and Hohensalzburg fortress; Czech Český Krumlov World Heritage town with Gothic Renaissance architecture; or a Passau highlights walking tour including the 450-year-old St Stephens Cathedral, rebuilt in Baroque style after an 1662 fire.
Optional Activities
- Salzburg full-day excursion to Austria with Mozart birthplace, fortress and lunch
- Ceský Krumlov full-day excursion to Czech Republic UNESCO site with lunch
- Passau highlights walking tour of colorful buildings and St Stephens Cathedral
Landmarks St Stephens Cathedral 
- Day 48
Dürnstein
You spend the morning in picturesque Dürnstein, Austria, in the scenic UNESCO Wachau Valley on the Danube River's edge. This medieval town sits surrounded by ancient terraced vineyards. Three excursions let you visit Göttweig Abbey founded in the 6th century and rebuilt in the 18th century with magnificent frescoes and Austria's largest Baroque staircase, do a Wachau Valley wine tasting at a local winery, or take an e-bike tour from Dürnstein to quaint Krems with vineyard views.
Optional Activities
- Göttweig Abbey guided tour exploring magnificent frescoes and Baroque staircase
- Wachau Valley wine tasting at local winery learning age-old winemaking traditions
- E-biking from Dürnstein to Krems along Danube through vineyard landscapes
- Day 49
Vienna
You arrive in Vienna, Austria's capital and centre of art, music and culture that was home to Mozart and Beethoven. A coach ride to the city centre includes a walking tour seeing highlights like Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral and Belvedere Palace. The ship docks overnight so afternoon time stays free to explore or relax on board. This evening, an exclusive private classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein features Strauss and Mozart, Austrian Sekt, ballet dancers and vocalists among world-famous art.
Included Activities
- Guided coach and walking tour to Vienna highlights: Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral, Belvedere Palace
- Classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein with Austrian Sekt, ballet dancers and vocalists
- Day 50
Vienna
You spend a full day in Vienna, famous for the Ringstrasse boulevard and Habsburg monarchy legacy. Three excursions offer Schönbrunn Palace, the former Habsburg summer residence, with ornate rooms and gardens, a Vienna e-bike tour to Danube Island recreational playground, or a Bratislava, Slovakia excursion exploring the capital's Old Town, castle and multicultural mix of Baroque and brutalist architecture.
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace exploration of ornate rooms, royal family history and impressive gardens
- Vienna Danube Island guided e-bike tour to recreational playground with beaches
- Bratislava, Slovakia excursion including castle, Hlavné Námestie main square and Old Town Hall
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace - Day 51
Budapest
You arrive in Budapest, Hungary's capital divided by the Danube with Buda on one side and Pest on the other. A 1873 bridge united them, and today the city is an architectural treasure featuring Gothic to Art Nouveau styles. Famous for hot springs, thermal baths and vibrant nightlife, you choose from five excursions: a Budapest in-depth coach tour with piano recital at Institute for the Blind, a past and present walking tour exploring communist history and EU membership, Hospital in the Rock underground WWII complex, a Buda hiking tour through gardens with Danube views, or a Hungarian culinary market tour through Grand Central Market.
Optional Activities
- Budapest in-depth coach tour starting in Buda with Varkert Bazaar, Margaret Bridge, Pest squares and piano recital
- Budapest past and present tour exploring communist era, 1956 revolution and Jewish heritage
- Hospital in the Rock underground tour of WWII secret hospital and nuclear bunker
- Guided hike of Buda through district, Varkert Bazar, gardens with Danube River views
- Hungarian culinary market tour at Grand Central Market with local delicacies and traditions
- Day 52
Prague
Today you travel by coach to Prague for a three-night stay at a city-centre hotel.
Included Activities
- Coach transfer to Prague
- Day 53
Prague
An expert local guide takes you through Prague's Gothic glory via the Old Town, the famous Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge, commissioned in 1357 by Charles IV. Situated on the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague showcases some of the world's most striking architectural wonders. Afternoon stays free to stroll the magnificent city at your own pace.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Prague Old Town, Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge
Landmarks Charles Bridge Astronomical Clock - Day 54
Prague
Choose from three Prague excursions: a Communist walk tour exploring Prague's famous sites and Communism-era daily life with local brewery beer tasting, Terezin Memorial at the former WWII Theresienstadt Ghetto exploring Nazi occupation horrors, or a Prague Castle complex tour, the world's largest castle, visiting St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace and picturesque Golden Lane.
Optional Activities
- Communist walk of Prague with beer tasting at local brewery
- Terezin Memorial tour exploring former Theresienstadt Ghetto and Nazi occupation
- Prague Castle tour including St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace and Golden Lane
Landmarks Prague Castle St. Vitus Cathedral - Day 55
Departure
After breakfast, you depart Prague carrying many wonderful memories of your river cruise and European cities.
