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Experience a unique trans-European crossing on the Rhine, Main, and the Danube! This voyage offers you the opportunity to combine two cruise programs from Amsterdam to Strasbourg and from Strasbourg to Budapest in one 19-day trip to discover cities and fabulous sites in the Netherlands, Alsace and Hungary, including Germany and Austria. An opportunity not to be missed!
Cologne, GermanyView of Strasbourg cityPassau at sunset, GermanyPanoramic view of Budapest cityscapeExplore the inspiring Amsterdam
Highlights
  • Experience a combination of flavors, art and traditions in one cruise
  • Tour to the Romantic Rhine Valley and the Lorelei Rock
  • Explore from picturesque medieval to an imposing imperial and royal capital
  • Visit Rüdesheim and the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments
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, Netherlands | Embark

Passengers are welcome to board the ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into the cabin, enjoy a welcome cocktail and meet the crews. After the dinner, tonight, join an excursion for both packages: Canal boat tour of the city.

Day 2: Amsterdam, Netherlands

This morning, the proposed excursions are:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam.
DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam.

In the afternoon, join the excursions and visit the Keukenhof Gardens.

You'll have a free evening. Then, sail to Nijmegen through the night.

Day 3: Amsterdam | Nijmegen, Netherlands | Krefeld, Germany

The proposed excursions are:
CLASSIC: Visit the Kröller Müller museum.
DISCOVERY: Enjoy a great bike ride through the De Hoge Veluwe National Park.

Afterward, you have to return on board and continue cruising. Reach the Krefeld in the evening.

Day 4: Krefeld | Cologne | Königswinter, Germany

In the morning, the ship sails to Cologne, Germany. And in the afternoon, discover the old town in the company of the hostess. The cruise continues to Königswinter. You can enjoy the evening freely. 

Day 5: Königswinter | Rüdesheim, Germany

This morning is spent cruising. Upon arrival in Rüdesheim, enjoy some time on your own or join a tour to Rüdesheim on board a tourist train and visit the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments. Enjoy a free evening in the lively Drosselgasse, world-famous for its open-air restaurants and beer taverns.

Day 6: Rüdesheim | Speyer or Mannheim, Germany

In the morning, the ship sails to Mannheim. Upon arrival, join a visit to Heidelberg. Then, you have to return on board and enjoy a gala dinner while cruising towards Strasbourg. The ship sails through the night.  

Day 7: Strasbourg, France

Enjoy the breakfast on board before disembarking in Strasbourg. You can enjoy the whole day on your own. Then, board the ship at 6:00 p.m. Eat your dinner and spend the night on board.

Day 8: Mainz | Frankfurt, Germany

Upon arrival in Mainz, set out for a tour of the town with the hostess. Afterward, the ship cruises to Frankfurt. This afternoon, the proposed excursions are:
CLASSIC: Sightseeing tour of Frankfurt.
DISCOVERY: Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and ascent of the Main Tower.

Afterward, you have to return on board and start cruising towards Miltenberg.

Day 9: Miltenberg | Wertheim, Germany

Early this morning, the ship reaches the Miltenberg.  Take some time to explore the town with the hostess. Afterward, cruise to Wertheim, a city located at the confluence of the Tauber and Main rivers. Upon arrival, feel free to discover Wertheim on your own.

Day 10: Wertheim | Würzburg | Kitzingen, Germany

Enjoy a cruise towards Karlstadt and join a tour to Würzburg. Afterward, you have to return on board and start cruising to Kitzingen. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 11: Kitzingen | Rothenburg | Bamberg, Germany

Enjoy a cruise towards Schweinfurt. Join an excursion on a guided tour of Rothenburg. Afterward, you have to return on board in Schweinfurt and start cruising to Bamberg.

Day 12: Bamberg | Nuremberg | Mühlhausen, Germany

Sail on the Rhine-Main-Danube canal all the way to Nuremberg. Join a guided tour of the city complete with a tasting of a famous local specialty - the Nuremberg gingerbread. Afterward, you have to return on board and start cruising to Muhlhausen. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 13: Mühlhausen | Regensburg, Germany

Enjoy a cruise towards to Kelheim and set out on a guided tour of Regensburg, a major reference in terms of culture and medieval art. Afterward, you have to return on board.  

Day 14: Regensburg | Passau, Germany

Upon reaching Passau, take some time to explore the town’s baroque architecture and romantic streets with our hostess. Afterward, you have to return on board and start cruising towards the beautiful region of Engelhartszell. Enjoy an evening on entertainment.

Day 15: Passau, Germany | Melk | Vienna, Austria

Join a visit to Melk Abbey, the symbol of Austrian baroque at its finest. Afterward, you have to return on board and start sailing towards Durnstein. Upon arrival, feel free to discover this picturesque village on your own. Then, return on board and set sail towards Vienna. Join a guided tour of Vienna by night.

Day 16: Vienna, Austria | Esztergom, Hungary

This morning, the proposed excursions are :
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace and part of Vienna.
DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living - music and Viennese cafés. Tour of the Konzerthaus concert hall.

In the afternoon, enjoy some free time or join an optional (not included in the packages) excursion: Horse-drawn carriage ride through the old town and the famous Ring Road. Afterward, start sailing towards Esztergom, passing Bratislava on the way. Enjoy a gala dinner and evening.

Day 17: Esztergom | Budapest, Hungary

Visit and explore the Esztergom at your own pace. The town is full of treasures with its neo-classic basilica and former Royal Palace. Afterward, the ship cruise towards Budapest. Tonight, join a guided tour of the city by night.

Day 18: Budapest, Hungary

This morning, the proposed excursions are:
CLASSIC: Guided tour of Budapest.
DISCOVERY: Budapest by bike.

Enjoy some free time this afternoon or join us on an optional (not included in the packages) excursion: Visit the Gellert Baths and Spa. Afterward, you have to return on board. Tonight, join a traditional folk evening in Budapest.

Day 19: Budapest, Hungary | Disembark

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Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking.

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20% discount on children between 2-10 years
30% discount for 3rd person in triple cabin
Included
  • 18 Breakfasts, 17 Lunches, 18 Dinners
  • 18 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
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  • 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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