European Gems

Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in the historic centre of Prague. Later this evening you’ll have the chance to get to know your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception.

Accommodation
Three Nights, Prague, Grandior Hotel

Location
Prague , Czech Republic

Your exploration of Prague begins with a tour of the World Heritage-listed Old Town. Travel across the Vltava River to Prague Castle, which dominates the city skyline. Believed to date back to the 9th century, this castle complex – with its network of palaces and churches – is considered the largest in the world. You’ll then wander across Charles Bridge and arrive in Prague’s Old Market Square. Stop for some time to explore if you wish and continue to discover the incredible city of Prague on your own terms, with its multitude of sights.

• Breakfast

Location
Prague , Czech Republic

Having become familiar with the layout of Prague, enjoy today at leisure to explore as you please. The Jewish Quarter is a pulsing hub of Semitic history, so perhaps you’d like to head there, or have your camera ready at the Astronomical Clock, a masterpiece in the Old Town Square. A tour of Terezín is also possible today, and tonight you may like to enhance your journey further with a lively traditional Czech Folklore Dinner and show.

• Breakfast

Location
Prague , Czech Republic

Farewell Prague after breakfast as you board your coach and head to Budapest to board your river ship. Tonight, enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers.

Accommodation
14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship

• Breakfast
• Dinners

Location
Prague , Czech Republic

Awake to views of one of the Danube’s most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights, such as the Fisherman’s Bastion, Heroes’ Square and Buda Castle. Back on board this evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Dinner while you cruise.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Budapest , Hungary

Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city’s most famous buildings. On arrival in the centre, a walking tour will provide an insider’s view of sights such as St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert, featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music’.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Vienna , Austria

With the day at leisure, perhaps explore the Hofburg area or wander along Karntnerstrasse, the city’s famous shopping strip. Otherwise, embark on an optional excursion to Schonbrunn Palace, or head to former soviet Bratislava.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Vienna , Austria

Cruise to the town of Durnstein 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. Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Melk. Alternatively, you may wish to take an optional bike ride from Durnstein to Melk. Later, tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Melk , Austria

Today, you may choose to join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Passau.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Passau , Germany

Continue along the Danube River to Regensburg, located in the southern region of the Bavarian Forest. Here, wander along its cobblestone lanes, taking a journey through the ages as you explore the historic streets, medieval buildings and cultural sites on your guided walking tour.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Regensburg , Germany

Arrive in Nuremberg, the site of Hitler’s infamous rallies during World War II. Take a city tour this afternoon, which includes sights such as the Zeppelin Field and Palace of Justice.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Nuremberg , Germany

One of the few German cities that wasn’t destroyed during World War II, Bamberg beckons your attention today. You’ll gain great insight during a locally guided tour of the historic city.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Bamberg , Germany

Verdant hills and rich vineyards sit on the edge of Wurzburg. Admire its magnificent baroque palace, the Wurzburg Residence, and walk through Wurzburg Court Garden. Later, perhaps enjoy an optional visit to medieval Rothenburg, a true fairytale town.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Wurzburg , Germany

Today, arrive in the evocative town of Miltenberg. Perfectly positioned at the confluence of the Tauber and Main rivers, Miltenberg is home to charming half-timbered houses and beautiful squares. Later this evening, enjoy a superb dinner on board.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Miltenberg , Germany

In Rudesheim, the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Later when you are, back on board, you will encounter the spectacular Rhine Gorge.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Rudesheim , Germany

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 a short drive to Brühl for your Insider Experience.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Cologne , Germany

Amsterdam’s network of canals are a sight to behold. Dock in the city’s heart and board a glass-top boat to discover its views. Back on land, enjoy some free time before a Farewell Dinner on board.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinners

Location
Amsterdam , Netherlands

After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

• Breakfast

Location
Amsterdam , Netherlands