Jewels of Europe

Resort: | Jewels of Europe |
Operator: | Scenic |
Destination: | Austria, Europe, Germany, Netherlands |
Price From: | Contact for latest offers |
OverviewYou’ll be enchanted by the grand palaces and fairytale castles of Europe on this 15 day cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest along the Rhine and Danube. ItineraryDay 1: UK > Amsterdam Choose from a selection of ways to travel to Amsterdam. Pick from one of up to 14 UK regional airports or travel direct from London Heathrow. Youll then be transferred to your Scenic Space-Ship. Meals included: Dinner Day 2: Amsterdam Explore wonderful Amsterdam with its wealth of canals, museums and bicycles. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 3: Cologne > Marksburg Explore the Neanderthal Museum or take a stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral. Alternatively enjoy a cooking demonstration on board your Scenic Space-Ship. Whatever you choose its a great day to see and discover. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 4: Rhine Gorge > Rdesheim Enjoy the unrivalled views and fresh air of the spectacular World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge. Then alight in Rdesheim and board the Winzerexpress mini train for a guided visit of Siegfrieds Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum before enjoying a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument, for a spectacular view of the river. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 5: Freudenberg >Tastes of Oktoberfest In Freudenberg youll get the chance to celebrate the Scenic version of Oktoberfest, Germanys famously fun festival. Look forward to joyous oom-pah-pah music, bright festive blue flags, and an abundance of fine beer. Its also a great opportunity to meet the locals, see some regional arts and crafts, and indulge in a Bavarian lunch with large servings of good humour and revelry. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 6: Wrzburg Visit the Bishops Residenz Palace and sample some exquisite local wine, or explore the famous Romantic Road such an important trade route during the Middle Ages. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 7: Bamberg Immerse yourself in the Old Town of Bamberg, a World Heritage-listed Site alive with history. With your knowledgeable local guide, walk the same cobbled streets as medieval traders once did. During your leisure time you might like to savour the traditional smoked beer of the region. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 8: Nuremberg Welcome to this fascinating and ancient Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 9: Regensburg From its medieval town, the bordering Bavarian Forest and the confluence of three rivers, Regensburg offers a rich tapestry of experiences. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 10: Passau > Salzburg Let the Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show transport you to another time and place. Based on the timeless movie of the same name, this exclusive production is performed in the rolling hills of Salzburg and will wow you with its stage sets. Enjoy an authentic Austrian lunch before an afternoon of humming along to some of the catchy classics. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 11: Melk > Drnstein Experience Melks magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey on a guided tour. Alternatively, for the more active embark on an enjoyable guided bike ride along the river from Melk to one of the most enchanting villages in the region, Drnstein at your own pace, of course. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 12: Vienna Acquaint yourself with this opulent city by taking a fascinating guided tour of its most famous sights, including the Ringstrasse. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 13: Vienna Take a guided tour of Bratislava or Schnbrunn Palace, and witness the sheer opulence of the Habsburg Empire. Alternatively, visit the world-renowned Spanish Riding School for either a tour of the stables or to see the famous Lipizzaner Stallions perfecting their skills during their morning exercise program. Or why not taste your way around the local market on our Shop with a Chef tour with your on board chef. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 14: Budapest We find ourselves in Budapest, one of Europes oldest and prettiest cities. Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch,Dinner Day 15: Budapest > UK After breakfast, transfer to Budapest airport for your return flight home. Travel direct to London or one of up to 14 UK regional airports. Meals included: Breakfast |