Itinerary
- Day 1
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest and board the Emerald Cruises Star-Ship for your home base. The afternoon and evening are yours to walk around the Hungarian capital at your own pace. Later, head back on board for an authentic Hungarian folklore show followed by a traditional dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Traditional dinner)
Included Activities
- Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Landmarks/POIs Budapest 
- Day 2
Budapest
Take a guided coach tour through Budapest covering Heroes' Square, the UNESCO-listed Andrássy Avenue, and the Buda Castle District. If you prefer something more active, there's a hike option to Gellert Hill where you'll get panoramic views of the Danube banks from up high.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided coach tour of Budapest including Heroes' Square, Andrássy Avenue, and Buda Castle District
- Hike to Gellert Hill
Landmarks/POIs Heroes' Square Andrássy Avenue Buda Castle District Gellert Hill 
- Day 3
Bratislava
The ship sails to Bratislava where you'll walk through this medieval city on a guided tour showing you the Episcopal Summer Palace and Slovak National Theatre. You can also hike through the gardens around Bratislava Castle if that appeals more. After lunch, visit a local family's home for coffee and cake to learn about Slovakian traditions and culture firsthand.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Bratislava
- Home-hosted coffee and cake with a local family
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Bratislava Castle
- Skoda tour of Post-Communist Bratislava (extra expense)
- Carpathian wine route (extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Episcopal Summer Palace Slovak National Theatre Bratislava Castle - Day 4
Vienna
You'll arrive in Vienna for a guided tour of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, one of the world's most important art collections showing off the wealth of the Habsburg Monarchy. For a more active day, there's a cycling option along the Danube riverbanks through Danube Island and Prater, passing by the famous 19th-century Ferris wheel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Vienna art tour with a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour in Vienna
- Viennese evening concert (extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Kunsthistorisches Museum Prater Danube Island - Day 5
Dürnstein
Start with a guided tour of Göttweig Abbey overlooking the UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley, and you'll get to taste local wines. The ship then sails through the scenic Wachau Valley to Dürnstein. Alternatively, hike up to Dürnstein Castle or take a bike tour through the region past terraced vineyards, castles and ruins. Your afternoon has free time and access to the castle ruins where King Richard I was once held.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Göttweig Abbey with wine tasting
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Dürnstein Castle
- Guided bike tour along the Danube
Landmarks/POIs Göttweig Abbey Wachau Valley Dürnstein Castle - Day 6
Passau
You'll sail to Passau, known as the 'city of three rivers' where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz meet. Explore the Gothic and Baroque architecture on a guided tour of this historic city, or join a bike tour along the River Inn if that's more your style. Spend free time exploring on your own before the evening sail toward Regensburg.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Passau
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour along the River Inn
- Bavarian Traditions (extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Passau - Day 7
Regensburg
You arrive in Regensburg, built on the site of an ancient Roman fort. Walk through the UNESCO-listed medieval center on a guided tour with its narrow cobbled lanes and tall facades, and you'll get a local Bavarian sausage tasting included. Or bike to the Walhalla monument for panoramic Danube views. By evening, there's a traditional Bavarian band performance on board.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Regensburg with Bavarian sausage tasting
- Traditional Bavarian band performance on board
Optional Activities
- Guided bike tour to the Walhalla monument
Landmarks/POIs Regensburg Medieval Centre Walhalla Monument - Day 8
Regensburg to Prague
You'll leave the Star-Ship in Regensburg and transfer to Prague, a city known for its exceptional architectural collections. Check in to your hotel for a three-night stay in this historic city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Prague 
- Day 9
Prague
Join a walking tour through Prague's history exploring Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture. You'll visit St. Vitus Cathedral, walk down the Castle steps with great city views, cross Charles Bridge, and reach Old Town Square to see the famous Astronomical Clock. Grab coffee and cake at Lobkowicz Palace, then have free time to explore Prague on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Prague
- Coffee & Cake at Lobkowicz Palace
Landmarks/POIs St. Vitus Cathedral Charles Bridge Old Town Square Astronomical Clock Lobkowicz Palace 
- Day 10
Prague
You have the full day to explore Prague at your leisure. Your tour director is available if you need help planning your day or have questions. Consider checking out hidden areas like Josefov (the Jewish Quarter) and Malá Strana, one of the city's most historic neighborhoods.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Czechia (extra expense)
Landmarks/POIs Josefov - Jewish Quarter Malá Strana - Day 11
Prague to Airport
After breakfast, say goodbye to your fellow travelers and head to the airport for your departure from Prague, taking with you memories of ancient wonders and views of UNESCO World Heritage areas you've seen throughout the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast
