Jewels of Europe

Resort:Jewels of Europe
Operator: Scenic
Destination: Austria
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Overview

Discover grand palaces & castles on Europes most tempting waterways, the Rhine, Main & Danube on a luxurious 15 day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest.

Itinerary

Day 1: UK > Amsterdam

Fly from one of up to 14 UK regional airports or travel direct from London Heathrow. Your journey into wonder begins here. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead at this evenings welcome

Meals included: Dinner

Day 2: Amsterdam

Explore wonderful Amsterdam with its wealth of canals, museums and bicycles.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 3: Cologne > Marksburg

Explore the Neanderthal Museum or take a stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Alternatively enjoy a cooking demonstration on board your Scenic Space-Ship.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 4: Rhine Gorge > Rdesheim

Enjoy the unrivalled views and fresh air of the spectacular World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge. Then alight in Rdesheim and board the Winzerexpress mini train for a guided visit of Siegfrieds Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum before enjoying a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument, for a spectacular birds eye view of the river.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 5: Freudenberg > Tastes of Oktoberfest

In Freudenberg youll get the chance to celebrate the Scenic version of Oktoberfest, Germanys famously fun festival. Its also a great opportunity to meet the locals, see some regional arts and crafts, and indulge in a Bavarian lunch with large servings of good humour and revelry.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 6: Wrzburg

Visit the Bishops Residenz Palace and sample some exquisite local wine, or explore the famous Romantic Road such an important trade route during the Middle Ages. Then take in the beautiful walled town of Rothenburg, a medieval gem that overlooks the Tauber River.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 7: Bamberg

Immerse yourself in the World Heritage-listed old town of Bamberg, alive with history. With your knowledgeable local guide, walk the same cobbled streets as medieval traders did.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 8: Nuremberg

Welcome to this fascinating and ancient Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 9: Regensburg

Enjoy a walking tour of Regensburg or hop on board a local ferry and sail the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 10: Passau > Salzburg

Let the Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show transport you to another time and place. Based on the timeless movie of the same name, this exclusive production is performed in the rolling hills of Salzburg and will wow you with its stage sets.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 11: Melk > Drnstein

Experience Melks magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey on a guided tour. Alternatively, for the more active embark on an enjoyable guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Drnstein.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 12: Vienna

Acquaint yourself with this opulent city by taking an enjoyable guided tour of its most famous sights, including the Ringstrasse.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 13: Vienna

Take a guided tour of Bratislava or Schnbrunn Palace, and witness the sheer opulence of the Habsburg Empire. Alternatively, visit the world-renowned Spanish Riding School for either a tour of the stables or to see the famous Lipizzaner Stallions perfecting their skills during their morning exercise program. Or why not taste your way around the local market on our Shop with a Chef tour with your on board chef.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 14: Budapest

Make the most of a guided tour of this city including a piano concert, or relax and unwind at the Thermal Baths and Spa. Or you can choose to experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

Day 15: Budapest > UK

Depart after breakfast. Budapest is the end of your cruise, but it will be the start of a lifetime of wonderful memories. Travel to one of up to 14 UK regional airports or direct to London Heathrow.

Meals included: Breakfast

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