Set sail on an unforgettable 14-night river cruise through the heart of Europe. Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, then drift along the scenic Rhine, stopping in some of Germany’s most charming towns. Experience the timeless beauty of Vienna before ending your adventure in the grandeur of Budapest, Hungary’s captivating capital. Relax, explore, and enjoy Europe at its finest.
Day 1: Arrive Amsterdam, Embark Ship
Fly from the UK and arrive in Amsterdam, where you’ll be transferred to your river ship. Perhaps grab a map to explore this carefree, cosmopolitan city and its magnificent network of canals. This evening, meet your Cruise Director and fellow passengers at a Captain’s Welcome Reception.
Stay: 14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Daily: Dinner
Day 2: Amsterdam, Utrecht
Board a glass-top boat and glide through Amsterdam’s maze of waterways with a local guide, before enjoying some free time to explore this lively city. Later, travel by coach to Utrecht, via Rembrandt’s Windmill. From here, your ship will set off along the Rhine as you prepare for tonight’s special Gala Dinner.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Cologne, Brühl
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the castle and the lodge.
Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the Kölner Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you tour this picturesque city by coach. You’ll then take the short drive to Brühl for your Insider Experience.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim
Experience a true holiday highlight as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge, known to be the most beautiful section of the Rhine River. Your ship docks in Rüdesheim, where the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you through the town to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Here, discover one of the most beautiful collections of automated musical instruments in all of Germany.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Miltenberg
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Get a glimpse into local life as you are welcomed into the home of a friendly Miltenberg family. Enjoy coffee and cake made by your gracious hosts.
Discover Miltenberg today, exploring this well-preserved town’s half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th to 18th century.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Würzburg
Board a coach and travel through rolling hills to Würzburg. Admire the baroque palace and walk through the beautiful Court Garden. Later, perhaps enjoy an optional visit to medieval Rothenburg, a true fairy-tale town.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Bamberg
Spend a leisurely morning cruising along the last stretch of the Main River before arriving at Bamberg. Enjoy a guided tour, during which you’ll gaze upon such sights as the Old Town Hall and the Bamberg Cathedral, followed by some free time to explore. Later this evening, your ship will reach the Main-Danube Canal.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Nuremberg
Explore Nuremberg, the German city that played host to the infamous rallies in World War II. Wander the
cobblestone streets, discovering hidden boutiques and artisan stores. Finish your day cruising through the MainDanube Canal, crossing Europe’s Continental Divide thanks to the canal’s 16 stair-step locks.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Regensburg
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
This evening, enjoy an authentic Bavarian experience on board as you sample local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song, and dance.
After cruising the Danube, get ready to explore Regensburg. Spend the day in this charming city, docked right in the heart of town, and join a guided walking tour to see its major sights. Later, perhaps take an optional tour to Kuchlbauer’s World of Beer in Abensberg. Take a guided tour of the family-owned brewery and see The Kuchlbauer Tower, designed by Austrian artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Passau, Linz
As you enjoy breakfast, arrive in the ‘Three Rivers City’ of Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube.
Perhaps join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or travel to Salzburg and enjoy sights from ‘The Sound of Music’. Alternatively, stay on board and enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Linz.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Melk, Dürnstein
Join a local guide to see Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, to the town of Dürnstein and enjoy a stroll past rustic town houses and taverns. Along the way, gaze up to the hilltop ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. You may also wish to join an optional bike ride from Melk to Dürnstein.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Vienna
In Vienna, join a walking tour of Vienna. See St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace and the Albertina.
This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music’.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Vienna
Today is yours to explore Vienna. Perhaps visit the Hofburg area and the Imperial Treasury. Otherwise, enjoy an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace, or head to Bratislava in Slovakia. Later, set sail for Hungary. Tonight, celebrate your river cruise with a Captain’s Farewell Dinner.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Budapest
After breakfast, join a local guide to explore the city. Later, you may wish to join an optional tour to discover the Hospital in the Rock Bunker Museum, a hospital created in the caverns under Buda Castle in Budapest in the 1930s, in preparation for the Second World War.
Daily: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15: Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest
After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Daily: Breakfast
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