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15 Nights / 16 Days
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Begin a captivating European river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, immersing yourself in the rich culture of Central Europe with exciting stops along the way. Your journey unfolds in Budapest, Hungary, followed by explorations of Bratislava, Slovakia, and Vienna, Austria, where a Local Guide will unveil each city’s must-see sites. Enjoy ample time for independent exploration, whether it involves witnessing Budapest’s iconic Heroes’ Square, meandering through Bratislava’s Old Town, or savoring a decadent treat in a classic Viennese café.
Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley and the awe-inspiring Rhine Gorge. Discover Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey and Würzburg’s Baroque-style Bishop’s Residenz. Delight in a tasting of exquisite local Wachau wines. Explore charming towns like Dürnstein with its Baroque-style Stiftskirche, Passau with its narrow cobblestone streets and St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and Bamberg with its unique town hall spanning the River Regnitz.
Partake in guided tours in historic Nuremberg, Volkach, Würzburg, and Regensburg—a beautifully preserved medieval gem. In Rüdesheim, stroll through the famous cobblestone Drosselgasse, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and lively taverns. Cologne, a 2,000-year-old city straddling the Rhine River, impresses with its Gothic-style architecture, including the renowned twin-spired cathedral, explored during a guided walk.
Conclude your European river cruise in Amsterdam, Holland’s vibrant capital. Discover the treasures of this 700-year-old city from a unique perspective on a canal cruise along the elegant grachten. This timeless journey offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic wonders, creating an unforgettable exploration from Budapest to Amsterdam.
Welcome to Hungary. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
Flights into Budapest must arrive by 3:30 pm.
Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
The day is yours to relax and enjoy the city with time for photographs, cafés, and confections.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN BUDAPEST
Dinner
The Pearl of the Danube
Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
Active : Hike up to a magnificent viewpoint in Budapest with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic : Enjoy a Guided City Sightseeing, including the iconic Heroes’ Square.
This afternoon choose among the Optional Guided Excursions available or enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafés. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BRATISLAVA
Castles, Vineyards, and Cosmopolitan Culture
Active : Follow your ETB Adventure Host on a hike to lofty Bratislava Castle, OR:
Classic : Join a Guided Walking Tour of Old Town’s cobblestone streets to Town Hall. Visit the Gothic halls of St. Martin’s Cathedral—Hungary’s centuries-old coronation church.
Alternatively, in your free time take a bicycle and a picnic from the ship to explore the local sights along the Danube.
Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions
Active: Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic : Explore the Habsburg Empire with a morning Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace—summer home of the Habsburg empire.
Consider a tram ride to Vienna’s Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby. Later, consider joining an Optional Excursion to attend Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall.
OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜRNSTEIN
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins
Active: Take a Guided Hike up to the castle ruins to take in the spectacular view of the village, Danube, and the Wachau Valley below, OR:
Classic: Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart—who was imprisoned in the castle above the village during the Crusades.
Later, stretch out on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley past vineyards, castles, and charming villages on your way to Melk.
MELK
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below
Active: Join your ETB Adventure Host for a Hike through Melk’s beautiful countryside, OR:
Classic : Take a Guided Tour of the frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ of Melk’s Benedictine Abbey.
Discovery : Later, enjoy a Wine Tasting on board as you prepare to sail to Passau.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet
Classic: Join an afternoon Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”
Alternatively, you may join a full day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or a full day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURG
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle
Active: Explore Walhalla by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic: Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg.
Spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets.
This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner as you cruise toward Roth.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROTH
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Legends and History Lessons
Discovery: Enjoy an Onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal—linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black Seas.
Classic: Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth—with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge, Schloss Ratibor, OR:
Choose a Guided Tour of Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR:
Join a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.
Tonight, relax onboard with live entertainment as you sail to Bamberg.
EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
The City of Seven Hills.
Active: Your bike is ready! Hop on and bike along the canals in Bamberg with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic: Take a Guided Walking Tour of the former home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.
Discovery: Attend an onboard lecture to learn about European history and culture.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VOLKACH
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Storybook Settings
Active: Bike along the Main Danube Canal with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic: Join a Walking Tour of the quaint town of Volkach with its half-timbered houses and cobblestoned streets.
You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists.
Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing afternoon while cruising to Kitzingen.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN KITZINGEN
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road
Active: Enjoy an easy bike ride along the river with your Adventure Host, OR:
Classic: Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.
This afternoon enjoy a leisurely sailing.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAIN RIVER VILLAGE
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Beauty on the Main River
Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
Classic: Join a Guided Walking Tour of a picturesque Bavarian village.
Later, enjoy onboard entertainment as you cruise to Rüdesheim.
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
Active: Enjoy a hike with your ETB Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:
Discovery: Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat.
This afternoon cruise through the dramatic Rhine Gorge and see the famous rock of the Lorelei—where mythological siren lured ill-fated sailors to shore.
Discovery: Enjoy a remarkable classical music concert in a lovely baroque venue at Engers Castle, home to the Villa Musica Rhineland-Palatinate National Foundation, one of Germany’s largest music institutions.
AFTERNOON CRUISE TO ENGERS
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland
Ask about today’s energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities.
Active: Enjoy a bike ride like the locals in Cologne with your Adventure Host, OR:
Discovery: Join a Guided Walking Tour of Cologne’s important Jewish heritage sites, OR:
Classic: Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—explore the Old City and see its soaring twin-steepled Gothic cathedral.
Spend free time over a glass of Kölsch pale lager—locally brewed for over 100 years!
AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO AMSTERDAM
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Colorful Canals of Amsterdam
Active: Start your day joining your Adventure Host on an early morning walk in Amsterdam, OR:
Classic: Explore the iconic waterways of Amsterdam with a Guided Canal Cruise past stately homes of Amsterdam’s “Golden Age.”
In the afternoon you may join an Optional Culinary Walk through Amsterdam to sample savory and sweet Dutch specialties. Or choose an Optional Biking Tour to discover the countryside. You might also consider a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses.
Spend free time on your own to explore the colorful cafés, galleries, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam.
OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN AMSTERDAM
Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning.
Breakfast
