Three European Rivers: The Rhine, Main, and Danube¿between History and Baroque Splendor (port-to-port cruise)

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River Cruise
Discover delightful stops along three emblematic European rivers—the Rhine, Main, and Danube. We have chosen excursions at each port of call with care. You'll see Amsterdam and its majestic Dutch Golden Age buildings, the romantic Rhine Valley with its fairytale-like landscape and a castle on every hill, picturesque villages and verdant vineyards, and Frankfu...
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Overview

Trip type
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS Three stunning European rivers—the Rhine, Main, and Danube—in one single vacation
    • THE MUSTS(1): Unparalleled Amsterdam
    • The Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum in Rüdesheim
    • Delightful Miltenberg
    • Vienna and the Hapsburg monarchy

What's this trip about?

    Discover delightful stops along three emblematic European rivers—the Rhine, Main, and Danube. We have chosen excursions at each port of call with care. You'll see Amsterdam and its majestic Dutch Golden Age buildings, the romantic Rhine Valley with its fairytale-like landscape and a castle on every hill, picturesque villages and verdant vineyards, and Frankfurt and its skyscrapers. Further along during this romantic cruise, the medieval cities of Würzburg, Rothenburg, and Nuremberg will win you over with their particular charm. Dive into Regensburg's fascinating 2,000-year-old history. Lastly, Vienna, the imperial city with extravagant baroque architecture, awaits you!

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityAmsterdam
End CityWien

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • 50 Plus
  • Small Ship Cruise
  • Eco, Sustainable & Green Travel

Destinations

Attractions

  • Amsterdam
  • Nuremberg
  • Passau
  • Strasbourg

Activities

  • River Cruise

Trip includes

    • Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day (except lunch on D7) - onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists) - double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom - assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess - welcome cocktail - gala dinner - onboard entertainment - travel assistance and repatriation insurance - all port fees.

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 AMSTERDAM or surroundings (3)

Passengers are welcome to board the ship in Amsterdam at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we'll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail.

Day 2 AMSTERDAM or surroundings (3)

Join us for the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam in the historic heart of this beautiful capital city.DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam. You'll be able to explore and learn about all the must-see and out-of-the-way sites.In the afternoon,...

Day 3 NIJMEGEN - KREFELD

Join us for the optional excursion for both packages: Visit of the Dutch Open Air Museum of Arnhem.

Day 4 KREFELD - COLOGNE

We'll spend the morning cruising to Cologne on what is known as the "Romantic Rhine," the dazzling section between Rüdesheim and Koblenz.This afternoon, join us for the optional excursion for both packages: Guided walking tour of Cologne.

Day 5 RÜDESHEIM

Our ship will cruise during the morning. When we arrive in Rüdesheim, join us on the optional excursions proposed:CLASSIC: Depart by tourist train and stop at a wine tasting cellar, followed by a visit to the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments.DISCOVERY: Hiking through the vineyards in Rudesheim.

Day 6 RÜDESHEIM - MANNHEIM

Our ship will cruise during the morning. Join us on an optional excursion for both packages: Visit of Heidelberg. Tonight is our gala dinner and evening.

Day 7 STRASBOURG

Buffet breakfast on board. Free day and lunch in Strasbourg. Take the time to discover the European capital at your own pace. Boarding at 5pm. Sailing to Mainz. Introduction to the crew and welcome cocktail. Dinner on board. Night sailing.

Day 8 MAINZ - FRANKFURT

We'll arrive in Mainz early in the morning. Join us for a tour of the city. Located on the banks of the Rhine River, Mainz was the birthplace of Johannes Gutenberg, inventor of the movable-type printing press. Visit the impressive imperial cathedral, Gutenbergplatz, a...

Day 8 MAINZ - FRANKFURT

Discover Mainz with our guides.Optional excursion: Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and the top of the Main Tower.Cruise to Miltenberg overnight.

Day 9 MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM

We'll arrive in Miltenberg early in the morning. Explore this charming town with our host or hostess. Located in the heart of the beautifully preserved countryside, Miltenberg is famous for its half-timbered houses, Renaissance-style sandstone wells, and medieval cast...

Day 9 MILTENBERG - WERTHEIM

Discover Miltenberg on your own.The ship will cruise to Wertheim.Enjoy time on your own in Wertheim.Cruise to Würzburg overnight.

Day 10 WURZBURG

We'll arrive in Würzburg early in the morning. Join us for an optional excursion: Guided tour of Würzburg. We'll leave by coach for the center of Würzburg. The tour will begin at the Würzburg Residence, the 18th-century palace built by the Prince-Bishops of Würzburg. ...

Day 10 WURZBURG

Optional excursion: Würzburg.Cruise to Schweinfurt overnight.

Day 11 SCHWEINFURT

We'll arrive in Schweinfurt early in the morning. Set out on an optional excursion to Rothenburg ob der Tauber. Leave by coach for the charming city of Rothenburg. Located along Germany's Romantic Road, the city has preserved its Renaissance beauty without any major c...

Day 11 SCHWEINFURT

We’ll spend the morning cruising to Schweinfurt.Optional excursion: Rothenburg ob der Tauber.Cruise to Nuremberg overnight.

Day 12 NUREMBERG

We'll arrive in Nuremberg early in the morning. Join us for an optional excursion: Guided tour of Nuremberg. Take off on a panoramic tour of the city to see monuments outside the medieval walls, including the Palace of Justice, Nazi Party Rally Grounds and Documentati...

Day 12 NUREMBERG

Cruise on the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal towards Nuremberg.Optional excursion: Nuremberg and a tasting of its famous gingerbread.Cruise to Regensburg overnight.

Day 13 REGENSBURG

We'll arrive in Regensburg in the morning. In the afternoon, join us for an optional guided tour of Regensburg. The first stop our coach will make before Regensburg will be at the Walhalla, an imposing, Greek-style hall of fame built between 1830 and 1842 by Crown Pri...

Day 13 REGENSBURG

The ship will cruise to Regensburg.Optional excursion: Regensburg.Cruise to Passau overnight.

Day 14 PASSAU

After we arrive in Passau, set off on your own or join our host/hostess for a tour of the city. Passau is also known as "The City of Three Rivers," since it sits at the confluence of the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers. Our tour will take you to Passau's old town, St. Ste...

Day 14 PASSAU

Free time in Passau.ORJoin your host/hostess for a tour of the city.Festive gala evening.Cruise to Vienna overnight.

Day 15 VIENNA

We'll arrive in Vienna early in the morning. This morning, join us for an optional excursion to Schoenbrunn Palace along with a panoramic tour of Vienna. The 1,441-room rococo-style palace was the former summer residence of the Habsburg monarchy. The splendid castle h...

Day 15 VIENNA

Optional excursions:- Vienna and Schoenbrunn Palace- Hofburg Palace, the Hapsburg's winter residence and its Sisi Museum.- Concert of Viennese music (subject to availability)

Day 16 VIENNA

Enjoy breakfast on board this morning before disembarking at 9:00 a.m.

Day 16 VIENNA

Disembarkation.

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Dates & Availability

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Price per day$229
Last Updated: 3/14/2025
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06 Apr 2026
22 Apr 2026
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What's excluded

    • Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers - lunch on D7 - cancellation and baggage insurance -optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency) - transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points - personal expenses.

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