Legendary Waterways of Europe from Amsterdam to Budapest
Cruise through five countries in the heart of Europe on this relaxing 14-night cruise. Let the waters of the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube carry you gently through Holland, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, exploring striking vistas rich with history, culture, lore and traditions. Sail by castles, fortresses, villages and vineyards and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Bamberg, Bratislava, Budapest, Melk, Vienna and much more.
Experience the benefits of personal audio devices, designed for better communication between you and your guides throughout your tour. Unpack once for a relaxing 14-night cruise. Visit five countries and experience the cultures and traditions of each. Explore the famous Franconian wine region. Discover the beautiful Wachau Valley. Cruise four of Europe's waterways: the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube.
Highlights
Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Rym, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
Collette Experience
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- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2012
- Duration
- 16 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : Join Collette Vacations on the legendary waterways that define the true soul of Europe. Begin with an overnight flight to Europe. |
| Day 2 | Budapest | Budapest, Hungary - Tour Begins - Board Ship : Your tour begins in Budapest, Hungary's capital city. Board your ship for a relaxing 14-night river cruise aboard the MS Amadeus Elegant. Your vessel offers the newest technology, panoramic deck, panorama salon and bar, excellent cuisine, and outstanding service. Meet your fellow travelers at a welcome cocktail reception. Later, enjoy an evening cruise and folklore show. Today dinner will be included. |
| Day 3 | Budapest | Budapest : Your tour of Budapest, Hungary's lovely capital, features the historic Buda Castle-area, Fisherman's Bastion and 500-year-old St. Matthias Church. Enjoy splendid views of the twin cities of Buda and Pest, spread over both banks of the river. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 4 | Vienna | Bratislava, Slovakia - Vienna, Austria : Today, arrive in Slovakia's capital, Bratislava. A city tour includes the 13th-century castle, the old town, St. Martin's Cathedral, Michael's Gate, and the Archbishop's palace. This evening, cruise to Austria's capital city, beautiful Vienna. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 5 | Vienna | Vienna, Austria : Join a local expert exploring Vienna's Imperial architecture including the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, the Ringstrasse, and St. Stephen's Cathedral. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 6 | Melk | Melk : Cruise through the Strudengau en route to the Wachau Valley and charming Melk. A guided tour visits Melk's magnificent 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 7 | Passau | Linz - Passau, Germany : After breakfast, arrive in Linz, Austria, a favorite city of Mozart, who dedicated his Linz Symphony to the town. Later, cruise to Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Enjoy a visit to this beautiful town, home to St. Stephan's Cathedral and the world's largest church organ. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 8 | Kelheim | Regensburg - Kelheim : Today, arrive in magnificent Regensburg, one of Germany's best preserved medieval cities. A city walk features the Old Town Hall, 12th century Stone Bridge, St. Peter's Cathedral, and the Porta Pretoria. Tonight, the ship enters the first stretch of the fascinating Main-Danube Canal as you make your way towards Nuremberg. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 9 | Nuremberg | Nuremberg : Depart on a guided tour of Nuremberg, Bavaria's second largest city. View the 900-year-old ramparts, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace. Later continue, sailing and arrive at the stair-step locks where you will ascend to the highest point of your cruise. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 10 | Bamberg | Bamberg : Today cruise through the final stretch of the Main-Danube Canal to Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Disembark for a guided tour of this medieval gem, founded in 902. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 11 | Wurzburg | Wurzburg : Arrive in Wurzburg, "The Pearl of the Romantic Road." Nearly destroyed during WW II, Wurzburg has been rebuilt into a beautiful Franconian town. Tour sights include the magnificent the Bishops' Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue cruising through the Franconian wine region. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 12 | Wertheim | Wertheim : Arrive in Wertheim. You have the day to explore this city independently or perhaps you will choose to join an optional excursion. This excursion includes a visit to the city's market square and the famous glass museum before traveling to Miltenberg where a walking tour will take you along the city's cobblestone streets with their gabled, half-timbered houses. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 13 | Koblenz | Rudesheim - Koblenz : Cruise along a beautiful stretch of the Rhine. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, dotted with hilltop castles. See the legendary Lorelei Rock before arriving in Rudesheim, a charming Rhine Valley wine town. The "Winzerexpress" mini-train takes you to Siegfried´s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum for a guided tour. Explore the pedestrian street, Drosselgasee, and sample some local wines. Later, cruise to Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Enjoy an early evening walk of this charming town surrounded by vine-covered hills. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 14 | Cologne | Koblenz - Cologne : Cruise the scenic Rhine River to Cologne, one of Germany's oldest cities. A guided tour through the old part of the city highlights the twin-steepled, 13th-century gothic cathedral. Tonight you are invited to attend the Captain's Gala dinner before departing for the Netherlands. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 15 | Amsterdam | Amsterdam, Netherlands : Welcome to Amsterdam. A local expert leads a leisurely-paced walking tour of Amsterdam, highlighting its 500 bridges, intricate canal system, charming churches, and 16th-century homes. Tonight, gather on board with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner and Dutch folkore show. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 16 | Amsterdam | Amsterdam - Disembark Ship - Tour Ends : Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
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- Lodging
- MS Amadeus Princess, Cruise
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- NOTE: Specials are marked with a *
NOTE: NOTE: Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
