Arrive in Budapest and board your luxurious river cruise ship, perhaps exploring the city independently before the evening's briefings, cocktail hour, and dinner. (D)
Enjoy a day of scenic cruising at the beginning of your journey, taking some time to sit back, relax, and delight in the ever-changing views. Sleep in late, participate in a complimentary wellness class, treat yourself to a massage, attend and afternoon teatime, and get to know fellow travelers while exploring all the amenities onboard. In the evening, join a special included concert on shore in Vienna you won't soon forget. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Following your overnight in the "City of Waltzes", enjoy an overview of its history and all its famous landmarks on a city tour showcasing all its regal splendors, including the majestic Opera House, St. Stephen's Cathedral, and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Alternatively, take a thrilling guided bike ride along the romantic Danube Canal and through the city, traversing a bridge, cycling across a meadow, and heading to Vienna's famous Ringstrasse Boulevard. Later in the day, explore the city of music while following in the footsteps of one or more world-renowned composers, such as Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, from their past residences to museums to grand monuments. You will also have a chance to visit the House of Music, an interactive museum where you can feel sound waves, learn more about composers of the Viennese Classical period, and even enjoy a virtual simulation where you are the conductor of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra! (B,L,D) ... Read More
Wednesday - Feb 19, 2025
Day 4
Linz, Germany
Arrive in Linz, where you'll have two choices for full-day excursions. Venture to Salzburg where you'll tour the historic center, lovely Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square, and the Old Market. You will also visit the museum at the famed yellow building known as Mozart Birth House where the legendary composer was born in 1756 and lived until 1773. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilika St. Michael where the wedding scene from The Sound of Music was filmed. You may alternatively choose to join a full-day excursion to the charming Czech mountain town of Cesky Krumlov, where you can stroll its cobblestone streets; marvel at the city's picturesque Baroque and Renaissance-style buildings; and tour Krumlov Castle, one of Europe's largest castle complexes. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Thursday - Feb 20, 2025
Day 5
Melk, Austria
Spend your morning reveling in the postcard-perfect landscapes of Austria's picturesque UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Wachau Valley. Later in the day, arrive in Melk. Located above the city on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube, Melk Abbey is one of Europe's largest and most revered Baroque monasteries and a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site. Originally founded in the 11th century, the magnificent abbey now houses a museum chronicling its history and a famous library with countless medieval manuscripts. During your tour you will see some of Melk's musical manuscripts as well as frescoes painted by Johann Michael Rottmayr and Paul Troger. Plus, enjoy a live choir performance in or around the abbey. If you prefer a more active tour, you may hike to Melk Abbey or pedal around town on a guided bike tour. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Take your time this morning as the ship cruises from Austria to Slovakia. Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1563 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title "Coronation City of Kings", as you'll discover during your walking tour. Along the way, be delighted by a few surprise musical performances. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city, or journey further from the seat of your bike on a guided cycling tour. If you prefer exploring the world through your tastebuds, join a special "Tastes of Slovakia" tour to sample traditional flavors from the region, including local beer. (B,L,D) ... Read More
Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Start your exploration of the city on the Buda side of the Danube, following your guide through the city's Castle District where you will marvel at the fairytale turrets of Fisherman's Bastion, gaze upon the breathtaking panorama below, and see Matthias Church, renowned for its striking tower and colorful mosaic roof. For a more active tour, hike to Budapest's Castle Hill. In the afternoon, revel in an itinerary-exclusive classical music tour of Budapest. This special tour invites you to enter a world of grandeur as your knowledgeable local guide leads you through the exquisitely designed Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest, followed by a stop at the Franz Liszt Memorial Museum, where the renowned Hungarian musician and composer lived for many years. In the evening, head up to the Sun Deck or stroll around town, delighting in the way Budapest's magnificent landmarks illuminate against the night sky. (B,L,D) ... Read More
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