River Cruise Itinerary

2 nights in Amsterdam & 14-night cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest through the heart of Europe and across the continental divide

1. Day 1
   Sat, Apr 12, 2025

   ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY ''' EMBARKATION. Board the ship in Budapest for your Magnificent Europe cruise. (D)
2. Day 2
   Sun, Apr 13, 2025

   BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA. Sail to the '''Coronation City of Kings,''' where you can join a walking tour or choose instead to enjoy a '''Tastes of Slovakia''' tour. For those who wish a more active exploration, hike up to Bratislava Castle for magnificent views of the city. (B,L,D)
3. Day 3
   Mon, Apr 14, 2025

   VIENNA, AUSTRIA. The heart of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, Vienna, remains as renowned today as it has throughout history. The entire city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site awash with Baroque treasures. Your city tour showcases its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude in Vienna'''s historic city center and then visit the majestic St. Stephen'''s Cathedral, which has stood watch over Vienna for 700 years and is one of the most important and beloved landmarks in Austria. Alternatively, enjoy a guided bike tour through Vienna. (B,L,D)
4. Day 4
   Tue, Apr 15, 2025

   D''RNSTEIN ''' MELK, AUSTRIA. Once in D''rnstein, you have a choice of excursions. Partake in a walking tour along cobblestone streets to the beautiful blue Baroque Stiftskirche before enjoying a local wine tasting. For a more active adventure, hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held and enjoy sweeping views of the river and vineyards below. You may also choose to visit a local apricot grower, where you'''ll be treated to the finest apricot products in the region. You can also join a guided bike tour along the Danube, and if you would like, you can bike later in the day further along the Danube through the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley and meet your ship in Melk. Or, cruise to Melk, known for its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which you will visit later in the day. (B,L,D)
5. Day 5
   Wed, Apr 16, 2025

   ENGELHARTSZELL, GERMANY ''' PASSAU, GERMANY. Discover Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen'''s Cathedral. Guests looking for a more active morning can choose between a guided bike tour along the Danube, or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus Fortress. (B,L,D)
6. Day 6
   Thu, Apr 17, 2025

   REGENSBURG, GERMANY. Explore one of Germany'''s best preserved medieval cities, Regensburg, on a guided walking tour showcasing the city'''s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria. As an alternate option, sample some of Bavaria'''s specialties'''beer, sausage and pretzels. And for a more active adventure, bike to Walhalla where you will see the neoclassical white marble temple. (B,L,D)
7. Day 7
   Fri, Apr 18, 2025

   NUREMBERG, GERMANY. You have three choices of excursions while in Nuremberg. Enjoy a guided tour through this well-preserved medieval city, showcasing the Imperial Castle, famous town wall and the legendary fountain of the Market Square. Or turn back the pages of a darker history with a guided tour of the city'''s most important WWII sites, including the coliseum. You'''ll also visit the Nuremberg Trials Memoriam and Courtroom 600, if the courtroom is not in session. Alternatively, partake in a traditional Franconian specialties tasting of famous Nuremburger bratwurst, rotbier (red beer) and lebkuchen (gingerbread). (B,L,D)
8. Day 8
   Sat, Apr 19, 2025

   NUREMBERG, GERMANY. Depart the ship for a guided tour of Kaiserburg, Nuremberg'''s Imperial castle and one of the most important palaces of the Old Holy Roman Empire. While wandering through this historical fortress towering high above the city center, you will pass by an exhibition of military artifacts, from weapons to suits of armor, as well as architectural models that show the castle through the ages. Following your Kaiseburg tour, we will head to the former home of Albrecht D''rer, arguably Germany'''s most famous artist and Nuremberg'''s most famous resident. It is within these walls where he lived and worked for nearly 20 years in the early 16th century, and you will be able to view some of his and other artists''' works during your tour. (B,L,D)
9. Day 9
   Sun, Apr 20, 2025

   BAMBERG, GERMANY. Explore enchanting Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in one of three ways. Join a guided walking tour of this medieval gem to see its cathedral, Old Town Hall and elegant old mansions. Or taste your way through the city sampling smoked beer, pralines, and Hornla, a pastry. And for a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour. (B,L,D)
10. Day 10
    Mon, Apr 21, 2025

    W''RZBURG, GERMANY. You have several choices of excursions. Join a walking tour of W''rzburg nestled along the '''Romantic Road,''' or visit its crown jewel, the Baroque Residenz, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you prefer to get more active, hike up to the Marienberg Fortress, the most prominent landmark on the left bank of the Main River in W''rzburg. Alternatively, go to Rothenburg, the best-preserved medieval town in Germany. The town is so pretty that the imagery of Walt Disney'''s Pinocchio was very much influenced by sketches of Rothenburg. (B,L,D). . *Not combinable with other tours on this day.
11. Day 11
    Tue, Apr 22, 2025

    WERTHEIM ''' MILTENBERG. Wertheim is considered to have one of Germany'''s most beautiful city centers. While here, join a walking tour, hike to the ruins of Wertheim Castle or go to a pretzel bakery for a delicious tasting. Later in the day, enjoy a scenic cruise to Miltenberg, the '''Pearl of the Main River.''' While on your walking tour, you'''ll discover why this medieval town seems to leap from the pages of a fairytale with its 14th- and 15th-century half-timbered, gabled houses; the famed Crooked House; and the venerable Royal Inn. For those who would like a more active adventure, hike to the Miltenberg Castle, offering majestic views of the town and river. (B,L,D)
12. Day 12
    Wed, Apr 23, 2025

    R''DESHEIM, GERMANY ''' RHINE GORGE, GERMANY ''' LAHNSTEIN, GERMANY. Wine connoisseurs will want to go on a walking tour through the vineyards where you'''ll stop to sample wines at three different tasting stations. Or choose to drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue. For a more active adventure, join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River or hike through the town'''s vineyards. Later in the day, let Siegfried'''s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum charm you, or taste one of the town'''s special delights, R''desheimer coffee. (B,L,D
13. Day 13
    Thu, Apr 24, 2025

    RHINE GORGE ''' COLOGNE, GERMANY. Enjoy cruising to Cologne, home to one of Germany'''s most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral. Join a guided tour through the Old Town and to the Cologne Rathaus, Germany'''s oldest town hall, the Old Market and the Heumarkt. Plus, taste the city'''s famous K''lsch beer, only made in Cologne. As an alternative, explore the historic and modern architectural styles on display across Cologne on a guided tour, including a special visit inside the Cologne Cathedral, a 13th-century Gothic marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. This cathedral was the tallest building in the world at the time of its completion, and it withstood 14 hits from aerial bombs during World War II. Active adventurists will instead want to join a guided bike ride along the Rhine. (B,L,D)
14. Day 14
    Fri, Apr 25, 2025

    AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS. There are 165 canals in Amsterdam, and you'''ll get to enjoy some of them on your canal cruise. (B,L,D)
15. Day 15
    Sat, Apr 26, 2025

    AMSTERDAM. Disembark the ship and you prepare for your flight home. (B)

Inclusions

• SPACIOUS STATEROOMS
• 14 nights luxury accommodation in an outside stateroom (most with twin balconies)
• Entertainment-On-Demand in all staterooms featuring free high-speed internet access, movies, a music library and English language TV stations
• Mini-fridge, desk and sitting area
• Bottled water replenished daily
• AN ARRAY OF AMENITIES
• Wellness Activities with a dedicated Wellness Host leading various exercise classes as well as discussions on healthy eating and relaxation techniques, both on board and on shore.
• Personalized service from a highly trained Cruise Manager during both cruise and land packages
• Internet and Wi-Fi access
• Sun Deck pool with swim-up bar and walking track
• Fitness room, massage services and hair salon
• Main Lounge with panoramic views and bar
• Daily entertainment including cultural performances
• AWARD-WINNING DINING
• All onboard dining in a variety of venues
• Regionally inspired cuisine made with locally sourced ingredients
• The Chef'''s Table specialty restaurant
• Welcome Cocktail, Welcome Dinner, La Cha''ne des R''tisseurs Dinner, Captain's Cocktail and Gala Dinner
• La Cha''ne des R''tisseurs exclusive dining experience
• Unlimited fine wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
• Unlimited sparkling wine and fresh juice with breakfast
• Sip & Sail Cocktail Hour with complimentary wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks
• Tapas, sandwiches, snacks and refreshments served daily in the Main Lounge
• A WORLD OF EXPLORATION
• Immersive tours in every destination
• Gentle, regular, active and late-riser tour options
• Bike tours and hikes
• Special interest tours
• Knowledgeable guides
• Personal headset for easy exploration
• Airport transfers with purchase of air from AmaWaterways
• Land Program
• 2 nights hotel in Amsterdam at the BarbizonPalace or Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky (or similar),including walking tour, Zaanse Schans visit anddaily breakfast

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