Arrive in Amsterdam and transfer to the river port for embarkation from 3:00 PM. Settle into your cabin and enjoy a welcome cocktail on board. At approximately 6:00 PM, the ship sets sail, beginning your memorable journey across Europe. Enjoy a welcome dinner and overnight on board while cruising.

Meal: Dinner

Spend the morning enjoying scenic views as you cruise along the Rhine River. Arrive in Cologne in the late afternoon, one of Germany’s oldest and most historic cities. Join a guided walking tour* through the charming Old Town and admire the magnificent Cologne Cathedral, one of Europe’s great Gothic landmarks. The ship departs later this evening as your journey continues along the Rhine. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive around midday in Rüdesheim, a charming wine town in the heart of the beautiful Middle Rhine Valley. Enjoy time at leisure to explore its historic centre and stroll along lively Drosselgasse, lined with traditional taverns, cafés and local wine shops. This evening, continue cruising toward the Main River. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a relaxing morning of scenic cruising before arriving in picturesque Miltenberg in the early afternoon. Explore this storybook German town, known for its beautifully preserved half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and historic market square. Enjoy the afternoon at your own pace before returning to the ship. Overnight on board while cruising.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive around midday in Würzburg, an elegant city in Germany’s Franconia region. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring its charming Old Town and Baroque architecture. Highlights include the magnificent Würzburg Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Return to the ship as your cruise continues along the Main River. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Relax on board during the morning as you continue cruising through the scenic German countryside. Arrive in Bamberg in the afternoon and join a guided tour* of its beautifully preserved medieval Old Town. Discover cobblestone streets, historic buildings and charming riverside scenery, with an opportunity to sample the city’s famous smoked beer. Later, continue toward the Main–Danube Canal. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Nuremberg in the morning. Enjoy time to discover this historic Bavarian city, known for its impressive medieval walls, hilltop castle and beautifully restored Old Town. Around midday, return to the ship and continue cruising toward the Danube River. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Regensburg this morning, one of Central Europe’s best-preserved medieval cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy the day exploring its atmospheric Old Town, historic squares, magnificent cathedral and iconic Stone Bridge spanning the Danube. This evening, continue your journey downstream. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Passau, beautifully situated at the meeting point of the Danube, Inn and Ilz rivers. Enjoy free time to explore the picturesque Old Town, distinguished by colourful Baroque architecture and charming winding streets. Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to one of Europe’s largest cathedral organs. Return to the ship and continue cruising toward Austria. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Vienna around midday. Spend the afternoon at leisure discovering Austria’s elegant imperial capital, from grand boulevards and historic cafés to magnificent architecture and lively city squares. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional classical or waltz concert. The ship remains overnight in Vienna. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, join a guided sightseeing tour* of Vienna and discover some of its most celebrated landmarks, including the State Opera, Ringstrasse, Parliament and the magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. Enjoy additional time in the city before returning to the ship. This evening, set sail toward Slovakia. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wake up in Bratislava, the charming capital of Slovakia. After breakfast, enjoy time at leisure to explore its pedestrian-friendly Old Town, colourful historic buildings and landmarks such as Michael’s Gate. Admire Bratislava Castle overlooking the Danube before returning to the ship. This evening, continue cruising toward Budapest, the “Pearl of the Danube.” Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Budapest this morning, spectacularly divided by the Danube into historic Buda and lively Pest. Join a guided city tour* featuring many of the Hungarian capital’s celebrated landmarks, including the Parliament, Opera House, Heroes’ Square, Central Market Hall, Chain Bridge and Fisherman’s Bastion, offering beautiful views across the city. Enjoy additional time at leisure and experience Budapest after dark, when its riverside landmarks are beautifully illuminated. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Mohács this morning and enjoy time to discover this historic Hungarian town on the Danube. In the afternoon, continue cruising south into Croatia, with an evening stop in Vukovar, a historic riverside city shaped by centuries of Central European history. Return to the ship and enjoy the Captain’s Gala Dinner as you sail toward your final destination. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Arrive in Belgrade, Serbia’s vibrant capital, this morning. After breakfast, disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for your homebound flight to North America.

Meals: Breakfast