Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol where a Uniworld representative meets you if you've arranged a group or private transfer. From there, you're taken directly to your ship and checked in.
- Day 2
Cologne
A guided walk takes you through Cologne's Old Town where you'll see three medieval gates and the Renaissance city hall. After exploring with your guide through narrow alleyways and historic buildings, the afternoon is yours to wander around on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Cologne Walking Tour
Landmarks/POIs Cologne Old Town Cologne City Hall - Day 3
Rüdesheim
This morning you cruise past the Middle Rhine Valley. In the afternoon you can either ride the Rüdesheim mini-train for views of the Rheingau region, or visit medieval Abbey Eberbach and taste local Riesling wines. Drosselgasse avenue has shops and wine bars if you want to browse around.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- The Rüdesheim Mini-Train
- Abbey Eberbach Medieval Monastery Tour with Riesling Tasting
Landmarks/POIs Middle Rhine Valley Niederwald Monument Drosselgasse Abbey Eberbach - Day 4
Frankfurt or Heidelberg
You have two options for the day. Explore Frankfurt on a brief walking tour to see the museums, skyscrapers, wine taverns and parks. Or head to romantic Heidelberg and check out its Renaissance castle instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Frankfurt Walking Tour with Local Treats
- Heidelberg Castle Visit
Landmarks/POIs Heidelberg Castle - Day 5
Wertheim
In Wertheim, you'll meet one of Germany's best pretzel makers and visit a historic wine estate. If you prefer something active, there's a scenic bike ride through the region as an alternative.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wertheim Walk with Local Treats
- Let's Go: Wertheim Bicycle Tour
- Day 6
Würzburg
Your ship docks in Würzburg. Choose between visiting the Würzburg Residence, one of Europe's most opulent baroque palaces with its court gardens, or explore the historic wine cellar in town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Würzburg Residence Visit with Court Gardens
- Würzburg Wine Cellar
Landmarks/POIs Würzburg Residence - Day 7
Bamberg
A guided tour takes you through Rothenburg's medieval streets. Then you head back to the ship as it winds through the Main River toward Bamberg, passing vineyard-covered slopes, villages, castle ruins, and old bridges.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Fairytale Rothenburg
Landmarks/POIs Rothenburg ob der Tauber - Day 8
Bamberg
You arrive in Bamberg, a medieval town built on seven hills with a church on each one. Walk through the city on foot or venture into the Franconian countryside for a tractor ride and rural experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Bamberg Walking Tour
- Franconian Village Day
Landmarks/POIs Bamberg Old Town - Day 9
Nuremberg
Watch from the top deck as your ship goes through the Main-Danube Canal's 16 locks. You arrive in Nuremberg, famous for gingerbread and pocket watches. Tour a secret Nazi art bunker underground, or explore WWII sites including the Nazi Party Rally Grounds with a local guide.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Nuremberg City Tour with WWII Rally Grounds and Documentation Center Visits
- Nuremberg City Walk & Art Bunker Visit
Landmarks/POIs Nazi Party Rally Grounds - Day 10
Regensburg
You arrive in Regensburg, Bavaria's first capital and a UNESCO-recognized Free Imperial City. Explore the beautifully preserved medieval center mixed with modern urban life, or visit a local farm to learn about Bavaria's hop and beer traditions.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Regensburg Walking Tour
- "From Hops Field to Beer Stein" Farm Visit
Landmarks/POIs Regensburg Old Town - Day 11
Passau
Passau sits where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz rivers meet, and features an ornate baroque cathedral. The medieval city was spared heavy bombing in WWII. Either take a walking tour or ride a bike along the Inn River.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Passau Walking Tour
- Let's Go: Bicycle Ride along the Inn River
Landmarks/POIs Passau Cathedral - Day 12
Weissenkirchen - Melk
In the Wachau Valley, you see Weissenkirchen with a local guide and taste regional delicacies with wine. Or visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and its opulent library instead. A guided vineyard hike follows, and the day ends with classical music featuring Johann Strauss.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Let's Go: Vineyard Hike
- Nights Out: Private Johann Strauss Experience
Optional Activities
- Melk Abbey with Library Visit
- Weissenkirchen Village Walk with Wine Tasting
Landmarks/POIs Melk Abbey Weissenkirchen - Day 13
Vienna
You arrive in Vienna. Either tour the imperial highlights including Hofburg Palace, or do an interactive multimedia experience about Mozart's work and imperial Vienna.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Gala Dinner)
Optional Activities
- Imperial City Highlights with Hofburg Palace Visit
- Mythos Mozart & Imperial City Highlights
Landmarks/POIs Hofburg Palace - Day 14
Budapest
Budapest arrives, the Queen of the Danube. The city has Buda on the hills and Pest on the flatlands, separated by the Danube. Choose a motorcoach tour with Parliament visit, or take a special walking tour of important landmarks.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Budapest Panoramic Highlights with Parliament Visit
- Budapest Walk with Local Treats
Landmarks/POIs Hungarian Parliament Building - Day 15
Budapest Departure
You disembark and are transferred to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home if your package includes a group transfer or you've purchased a private transfer. You can also stay longer in Budapest with an optional post-cruise extension.
Optional Activities
- Post-cruise extension in Budapest
