Legendary Waterways of Europe from Amsterdam to Budapest
Cruise through five countries in the heart of Europe on this relaxing 14-night cruise. Let the waters of the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube carry you gently through Holland, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, exploring striking vistas rich with history, culture, lore and traditions. Sail by castles, fortresses, villages and vineyards and through the dramatic Rhine Gorge. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Bamberg, Bratislava, Budapest, Melk, Vienna and much more.
Tour HighlightsAmsterdam, Cologne, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Wertheim, Wurzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Wachau Valley, Melk, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
Collette Experiences Experience the benefits of personal audio devices, designed for better communication between you and your guides throughout your tour. Unpack once for a relaxing 14-night cruise. Visit five countries and experience the cultures and traditions of each. Explore the famous Franconian wine region. Discover the beautiful Wauchau Valley. Cruise four of Europe's waterways: the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube.
Tour Highlights
Collette Experiences
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- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 5/31/2010
- Duration
- 16 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : Join Collette Vacations on the legendary waterways that define the true soul of Europe. Begin with an overnight flight to Europe. |
| Day 2 | Amsterdam | Amsterdam, Holland - Tour Begins - Board Ship : Your tour begins in Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands. Board your ship for a relaxing 14 night river cruise aboard the MS Amadeus Symphony. This ship offers the newest technology, panoramic deck, panorama salon and bar, excellent cuisine and outstanding service. Meet your fellow travelers at a welcome cocktail reception. Today dinner will be included. |
| Day 3 | Amsterdam | Amsterdam : A local expert leads a leisurely-paced walking tour of Amsterdam highlighting its 500 bridges, intricate canal system, charming churches and 16th-century homes. Set sail from Amsterdam, enjoying a Dutch folklore show on board. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 4 | Koblenz | Cologne - Koblenz, Germany : Cruise the scenic Rhine River to Cologne, one of Germany's oldest cities. A guided tour through the old part of the city highlights the twin-steepled, 13th-century gothic cathedral. Continue to Koblenz, at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 5 | Rudesheim | Koblenz - Rudesheim : Enjoy a city walk exploring Koblenz before cruising along a beautiful stretch of the Rhine. Sail through the dramatic Rhine Gorge, dotted with hilltop castles. See the legendary Lorelei Rock before arriving in Rudesheim, a charming Rhine Valley wine town. The "Winzerexpress" mini-train takes you to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum for a guided tour. Explore the pedestrian street, Drosselgasee, and sample local wines before you enter the Main River. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 6 | Wertheim | Miltenberg - Wertheim : Arrive in Miltenberg for a walking tour along the town's cobblestone streets and gabled, half-timbered houses. Visit the city of Wertheim and enjoy free time exploring the historic town square. Your cruise continues through the valleys of the Main River. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 7 | Wurzburg | Wurzburg : Arrive in Wurzburg, "The Pearl of the Romantic Road." Nearly destroyed during WW II, Wurzburg has been rebuilt into a beautiful Franconian town. Tour sights including the Bishops' Residence, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue cruising through the Franconian wine region. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 8 | Bamberg | Bamberg : Enter the Main-Danube Canal at Bamberg, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Disembark for a guided tour of this medieval gem, founded in 902. Later, cruise to medieval Nuremberg. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 9 | Kelheim | Nuremberg - Kelheim : Depart on a guided tour of Nuremberg, Bavaria's second largest city. View the 900-year-old ramparts, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace. Later, arrive at the highest point of your cruise before descending through stair-step locks. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 10 | Regensburg | Kelheim - Regensburg : Cruise through the final stretch of the Main-Danube Canal before arriving in magnificent Regensburg. Founded 2,000 years ago, Regensburg stands as Germany's best-preserved medieval city. A city walk features the Old Town Hall, 12th-century Stone Bridge, St. Peter's Cathedral and the Porta Pretoria. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 11 | Linz | Passau - Linz, Austria : Arrive in Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Enjoy a walking tour of this beautiful town, home to St. Stephan's Cathedral and the world's largest church organ. Sail to Linz, a favorite of Mozart, who dedicated his Linz Symphony to the town. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 12 | Vienna | Melk - Vienna : Cruise through the Strudengau en route to the Wachau Valley and charming Melk. A guided tour visits Melk's magnificent 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey, one of Europe's largest baroque monasteries. Enjoy a small wine tasting during your visit. Later, your cruise continues to Austria's capital city, Vienna. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 13 | Vienna | Vienna : Join a local expert exploring Vienna's Imperial architecture including the Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, the Ringstrasse and St. Stephen's Cathedral. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Tonight, cruise to Slovakia. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 14 | Bratislava | Bratislava, Slovakia : Tour Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, including the 13th-century castle; the old town; St. Martin's Cathedral; Michael's Gate and the Archbishop's palace. The afternoon is at leisure. Tonight, you are invited to attend the Captain's Gala Dinner before departing for Hungary. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 15 | Budapest | Budapest, Hungary : Your tour of Budapest, Hungary's lovely capital, features the historic Buda Castle-area, Fisherman's Bastion and 500-year-old St. Matthias Church. Enjoy splendid views of the twin cities of Buda and Pest, spread over both banks of the river. Tonight, gather on board with your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner. After dinner, enjoy a folklore show. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. |
| Day 16 | Tour ends | Budapest - Disembark Ship - Tour Ends : Today breakfast will be included. |
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MS Amadeus Princess
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- Note
Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
