Itinerary
- Day 1
Prague
You'll arrive at Prague airport and head to your hotel in the historic centre. Later in the evening, you'll meet the other travelers and your Tour Director at a Welcome Reception.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prague)
- Day 2
Prague
Start with a tour of Prague's Old Town beginning at Strahov Monastery, which gives you panoramic views of the city. Then you'll cross Charles Bridge and reach Old Market Square to see the Astronomical Clock. The rest of the day is yours to wander around Prague however you'd like. If you're interested, there's an optional traditional Czech folklore dinner and show available this evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prague)
Included Activities
- Tour of Old Town Prague
- Visit Strahov Monastery with panoramic views
- Walk across Charles Bridge
- Visit Old Market Square
- View the Astronomical Clock
Optional Activities
- Folklore Dinner and Show - traditional Czech dinner with performance at a local restaurant
Landmarks Strahov Monastery Charles Bridge Old Market Square Astronomical Clock - Day 3
Prague
This is a free day to explore Prague on your own schedule. You could check out the Jewish Quarter to learn about its history and visit Franz Kafka's birthplace, or if you prefer a guide, there's an optional tour of Prague Castle available, which is the world's largest castle complex and dates back to the 9th century.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Prague)
Optional Activities
- Prague Castle tour including Saint Vitus Cathedral and Golden Lane - guided tour of the castle complex with local guide
Landmarks Prague Castle Saint Vitus Cathedral Golden Lane Jewish Quarter - Day 4
Prague to Budapest
After breakfast, you'll travel by coach to Budapest and board your river ship. Later this evening, there's a Welcome Reception where you'll meet your fellow travelers.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (aboard your Travelmarvel river ship)
- Day 5
Budapest
You'll wake up to views of Budapest along the Danube before disembarking to explore the city with a local guide visiting important sights. Back on the ship this evening, you'll have a Gala Welcome Dinner while cruising. There's also an optional guided tour of the Hungarian State Opera available, which includes a private opera recital and sparkling wine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Gala Welcome Dinner)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Budapest with local guide
- Gala Welcome Dinner on board
Optional Activities
- Hungarian State Opera guided tour with private opera recital and sparkling wine
Landmarks Hungarian State Opera - Day 6
Vienna
Upon arriving in Vienna's city centre, you'll join a walking tour to see St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, and Hofburg Palace. Later, you have free time to check out the Naschmarkt. An optional Mozart and Strauss concert is available this evening, followed by a drive around the Ringstrasse.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Vienna including St Stephen's Cathedral, Graben, and Hofburg Palace
- Leisure time at Naschmarkt
Optional Activities
- Mozart and Strauss Concert in a Vienna palace or concert venue with evening drive around the Ringstrasse
Landmarks St Stephen's Cathedral Graben Hofburg Palace Naschmarkt Ringstrasse 
- Day 7
Vienna
You have the day to yourself to explore Vienna at your own pace. Wander around the Hofburg area or do some shopping along Kärntnerstrasse. Optional excursions include a trip to Schönbrunn Palace or a day trip to Bratislava, Slovakia's capital.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Schönbrunn Palace tour - guided tour of the former summer palace of the Habsburgs including apartments and landscaped grounds
- Bratislava, Slovakia visit - guided tour of Slovakia's capital including the UFO Bridge and Slovak Radio building
Landmarks Schönbrunn Palace Hofburg Kärntnerstrasse UFO Bridge Slovak Radio building - Day 8
Melk
The ship takes you to Dürnstein, a charming town with cobbled streets and historic buildings beneath hilltop castle ruins where King Richard the Lionheart was held in the 12th century. Browse the taverns and historic townhouses, and there's an optional wine tasting tour available. Later you'll sail through the Wachau Valley and arrive in Melk to tour the Benedictine monastery, which has operated continuously since 1089.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Dürnstein with self-guided exploration
- Sailing through Wachau Valley
- Tour of Melk Abbey
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting tour in Dürnstein region
Landmarks Dürnstein Castle Wachau Valley Melk Abbey - Day 9
Passau
You can pick from several optional excursions today: see Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic with its 300+ historical buildings, visit Salzburg including Mondsee's famous Wedding Church from 'The Sound of Music', or enjoy a relaxing sail to Passau with an optional culinary walking tour. This evening, there's a traditional Bavarian experience on board with local beer, snacks, and folk music.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Traditional Bavarian experience with local beer and snacks)
Included Activities
- Bavarian Evening on Board with traditional food and entertainment
Optional Activities
- Český Krumlov day excursion - visit the city with 300+ historical buildings
- Salzburg Sights tour - visit Mondsee Wedding Church and guided tour of Salzburg with free time
- Passau Culinary Walking Tour - guided tour of Altstadt with sampling of local sweet and savoury specialties
Landmarks Český Krumlov Mondsee Wedding Church (St. Michael's Church, Mondsee) Salzburg Passau Altstadt - Day 10
Regensburg
You'll continue along the Danube River to Regensburg in Bavaria, southern Germany. There's a guided tour of the city's historic streets, medieval buildings, and cultural sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Regensburg including historic streets, medieval buildings, and cultural sites
Landmarks Regensburg - Day 11
Nuremberg
The ship arrives in Nuremberg, which was the site of Hitler's rallies during World War II. This afternoon, you'll take a city tour visiting sights like the Zeppelin Field and Palace of Justice.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- City tour of Nuremberg including Zeppelin Field and Palace of Justice
Landmarks Zeppelin Field Palace of Justice 
- Day 12
Bamberg
You'll visit Bamberg, one of the few German cities that came through World War II without major damage. A local guide will lead you through the historic city including the Old Town Hall and Bamberg Cathedral, and then you'll have free time to explore on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Locally guided tour of Bamberg including Old Town Hall and Bamberg Cathedral
Landmarks Bamberg Old Town Hall Bamberg Cathedral - Day 13
Würzburg
Today you'll explore Würzburg, which sits surrounded by lush hills and vineyards. You can see the baroque Würzburg Residence and the city's Court Garden. An optional excursion to medieval Rothenburg on the Romantic Road is available, which is a fairytale walled town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Würzburg Residence and Court Garden
Optional Activities
- Medieval Rothenburg Tour - excursion to Rothenburg, a beautiful medieval walled town on the Romantic Road in Franconia
Landmarks Würzburg Residence Court Garden, Würzburg Rothenburg - Day 14
Miltenberg
You'll discover Miltenberg and check out this well-preserved town's half-timbered buildings from the 15th to 18th centuries. Back on the ship, you'll have leisure time. An optional culinary walking tour is available to try regional specialties at a local butcher, baker, and distillery. As evening comes, you'll watch medieval towns pass by while the ship cruises through the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore Miltenberg
Optional Activities
- Culinary Walking Tour in Miltenberg - guided tour sampling regional specialties at a local butcher, baker, and distillery
Landmarks Miltenberg - Day 15
Rüdesheim
In Rüdesheim, the Winzerexpress mini train will take you to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. After returning to the ship, you'll sail along the Rhine Gorge and take in the spectacular scenery.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Winzerexpress mini road train ride
- Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
- Rhine Gorge scenic sailing
Landmarks Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum Rhine Gorge - Day 16
Brühl
As you cruise into Cologne, you'll learn about the famous twin-spired Kölner Dom cathedral, which took over six centuries to complete. You'll disembark and drive to Brühl to explore the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace, the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August. Then you'll wander through the landscaped parks and gardens and visit the Falkenlust hunting lodge.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Augustusburg Palace with landscaped parks and Falkenlust hunting lodge
Landmarks Kölner Dom (Cologne Cathedral) Augustusburg Palace Falkenlust hunting lodge 
- Day 17
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and experience the city's canal network from a glass-top boat. Back on land, you have free time to explore. This evening, there's a Captain's Farewell Dinner on board your ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Captain's Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Glass-top boat tour of Amsterdam's canals
- Captain's Farewell Dinner on board
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals - Day 18
Departure
After breakfast, you'll disembark the river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast
