Trip Inclusions
- 14 nights cruising on a contemporary Travelmarvel river ship
- Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
- 41 meals - 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Explore 14 towns, villages and cities
- Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle
- Enjoy a festive Bavarian evening on your ship with traditional food and entertainment
- Get a glimpse into local life as you are warmly welcomed into the home of a friendly Miltenberg family
Map & Itinerary
Trip Notes
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping
- Low or high-water levels may cause disruption to cruising
- Prices include cruise and flights as specified
Insider Experiences
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Insider Experience
Enjoy an included special or unique excursion or event
Arrive Budapest, Embark Ship
Arrive in the enthralling city of Budapest, where your contemporary river ship awaits on the Danube River. Enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception and meet your fellow travellers and Cruise Director.
Stay: 14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Daily :Budapest
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.
Daily :Vienna
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. Afterwards, maybe visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you could enjoy an optional concert, featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music’.
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Vienna
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.
Daily :Durnstein, Melk
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. Later, dock in Melk and tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.
Daily :Passau
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.
After breakfast, cruise to beautiful Passau. Perhaps join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’.
Daily :Regensburg
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.
Daily :Nuremberg
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.
Daily :Bamberg
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.
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Wurzburg
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.
Daily :Miltenberg
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Enjoy true German hospitality as you are welcomed into the homes of friendly Miltenberg locals for coffee and cake.
Discover Miltenberg today, exploring this well-preserved town’s half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th to 18th century. Return to your ship and enjoy time at leisure. As the sun sets, watch the lights of medieval towns slip past as you cruise through the night.
Daily :Rudesheim, Rhine Gorge
In Rudesheim, the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Later on, back on board, you will encounter the spectacular Rhine Gorge.
Daily :Cologne, Bruhl
INSIDER EXPERIENCE
Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle, the lavish residence of archbishop-elector Clemens August.
Disembark your ship in Cologne and drive to the town of Bruhl for your Insider Experience. Later, return to Cologne for free time.
Daily :Amsterdam
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.
Daily :Disembark Ship
After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Daily :...Having such a good time i have booked another river cruise to Vietnam and cambodia. this will make my 7th tour with Travelmarvel and APT.
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