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From Amsterdam to Vienna: Holland, the Romantic Rhine, and the Danube

Example 15 Day Cruise aboard MS Symphonie
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From Amsterdam to Vienna, join this cultural 15-day cruise across Holland, along the Romantic Rhine Route all the way to the Danube. You'll discover quaint towns and fascinating sites such as Rüdesheim, Heidelberg, Nuremberg or the majestic Keukenhof Gardens.
Vineyard underneath the Niederwald Monument, Rudesheim, GermanyCologne, GermanyInternational Lyceum of Pontonniers in StrasbourgVienna Opera House, AustriaWestern Church with water canal view in Amsterdam
Highlights
  • Discover the old town of Cologne an enchanting ancient Roman city
  • Cruise through the beautiful Romantic Rhine Valley
  • Explore Rothenburg, a magnificent walled town set up high on the hills
  • Visit Nuremberg, a melting pot of cultural highlights
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Amsterdam | Embark

Possibility of a transfer by coach from Strasbourg to Amsterdam (for an extra fee). Passengers are welcome to board the ship in Amsterdam at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, be introduced to your crew at a welcome cocktail. Take a canal boat tour of enchanting Amsterdam at night.

*Passengers will choose either the Classic or Discovery package to participate in for the duration of the voyage.

Day 2: Amsterdam

This morning's excursions are:
Classic: Guided tour of Amsterdam in the historic heart of this beautiful capital city.
Discovery: Bike tour of Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.

In the afternoon, visit the Keukenhof Gardens. The ship will cruise to Nijmegen through the night.

Day 3: Nijmegen | Krefeld

Reach Nijmegen early this morning. Today's excursion options are:
Classic: Visit the Kröller Müller museum.
Discovery: Enjoy a great bike ride through the De Hoge Veluwe National Park.

Spend this afternoon sailing towards Krefeld, reaching it in the night.

Day 4: Krefeld | Cologne | Koenigswinter

Spend this morning cruising towards Cologne. Enjoy some free time or discover the old town of this ancient Roman city, do not miss out on the cathedral whose completion took five centuries. Continue sailing towards Koenigswinter. The evening is free to do as you please.

Day 5: Rüdesheim

As the ship cruises through the beautiful Romantic Rhine Valley, sit back and admire the castles, historic towns, vineyards and of course the landscapes surrounding the famous Lorelei Rock, a legend which continues to inspire numerous writers, painters and composers alike. Reach Rüdesheim at the end of the afternoon.

Upon arrival, enjoy some free time or depart by tourist train and stop at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.

Tonight, take advantage of some free time to amble down the Drosselgasse, famous for its bands and cafes.

Day 6: Speyer OR Mannheim

The ship cruise to Mannheim during the morning. This afternoon, visit to Heidelberg. Tonight enjoy your unique gala dinner and evening onboard.  
Cruise through the night to Strasbourg.

Day 7: Strasbourg

Enjoy time and lunch on your own in Strasbourg today. Take advantage of this time to take in the charming sites and discover its unique cathedral as well as the quaint Petite France district and its canals. You can also choose to go shopping or visit some of the museums such as the Alsatian Museum, the Tomi Ungerer Museum or the Historical Museum (entrance fees, guides, lunch and transfers not included).

Cruise to Mainz and enjoy dinner on board tonight.

Day 8: Mainz | Frankfurt

Reach Mainz in the morning. Ths city lies at the confluence of the Rhine and the Main is a perfect blend of past and present. Tour the city with your hostess before sailing on towards Frankfurt. This afternoon, enjoy a sightseeing tour of Frankfurt, the largest financial center in continental Europe, and an ascent of the Main Tower.

Return on board and cruise towards Miltenberg.

Day 9: Miltenberg | Wertheim

Stop over in Miltenberg early in the morning for some free time to visit this peaceful town. Then cruise to Wertheim. Upon arrival, enjoy some more free time to explore this charming medieval town on your own before returning to the ship.

Day 10: Wertheim | Würzburg

Sail to Karlstadt. Upon arrival, visit Würzburg and the Residenz, former residence of the prince-bishops. Return on board in Würzburg and start sailing towards Schweinfurt. Enjoy an evening of onboard entertainment.

Day 11: Schweinfurt | Rothenburg | Bamberg

Reach Schweinfurt early this morning. Enjoy a guided tour of Rothenburg, a magnificent walled town set up high on the hills over the river - its narrow streets lined with picturesque half-timbered houses and workshops. It is one of the most beautiful towns on the historic Romantic Road. Return on board and sail on towards Bamberg while enjoying onboard entertainment.

Day 12: Bamberg | Nuremberg | Muhlhausen

The ship will sail on the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal towards Nuremberg. Upon arrival, join a guided tour of Nuremberg, a melting pot of cultural highlights, and tasting of its famous gingerbread. This old town and market place are surrounded by Gothic-style buildings and half-timbered houses. Return on board and sail towards Muhlhausen. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 13: Muhlhausen | Regensburg

Cruise towards Regensburg, the fourth biggest town in Bavaria and a major industrial hub for giant firms such as BMW, Siemens, and Triumph. The historic center is seeping with two centuries of history. Return to the ship in Regensburg. Enjoy an evening of entertainment as you sail through the night to Passau.

Day 14: Passau

Upon reaching Passau, enjoy time on your own or join your hostess for a discovery tour of the town. Afterward, return on board and sail on to Vienna. Tonight's your gala dinner and evening. The ship will continue cruising through the night.

Day 15: Vienna | Disembark

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Reach Vienna early this morning. Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. 

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Notes

20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 14 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, 14 Dinners
  • 14 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
  • Accommodation in double cabins
  • Excursions included in the package selected
  • All port fees
  • Wi-fi access
  • All meals are served in one service. Breakfast is buffet style, and lunch and dinner are served at the table
  • In the case of cruises offering extensions in hotels, the catering services are only as those detailed in the programs concerned
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Drinks from the special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
  • Cancellation and baggage insurance
  • Routings (unless otherwise stated), airport taxes, and handling fees
  • All services not mentioned in the program

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