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20 Night Christmas Markets with Paris and Prague and Land Tour

From Paris to Prague

Scenic Opal

Scenic Cruises
5 Stars
  • Cruise #: 14169463
  • Departs: Tue, Nov 23, 2027
  • Returns: Fri, Dec 10, 2027
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    Itinerary Summary

    Day by Day Details

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Saturday - Nov 20, 2027
    Day
    1
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    The glittering lights of the Eiffel Tower twinkling in the night sky, romantic couples walking hand in hand along the banks of the Seine, and chic locals walking the runway that is the Champs-Elysees are just some of the images conjured when thinking about Paris. Today is yours to explore at your own pace and marvel in this great city. ...
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    Sunday - Nov 21, 2027
    Day
    2
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    This morning, join a guided motorcoach tour of the city, exploring its most scenic districts and iconic sights including the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees, and Arc de Triomphe. Drive along the banks of the beautiful River Seine and see such highlights as the Palais Garnier Opera, built in the 19th century; the Louvre, one of the world's largest and most impressive art museums; and Les Invalides, a complex of ornate military buildings. Enjoy some free time this afternoon. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Monday - Nov 22, 2027
    Day
    3
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    Tuesday - Nov 23, 2027
    Day
    4
    Paris, France
    • Paris, France
    • High-Speed Train Travel

    Cruise Segment of Itinerary

    Day 4 - Tuesday - Nov 23, 2027
    Day
    4
    Cruise Begins
    • Cruise Begins
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Travel by high-speed train to Amsterdam, where you'll board your Scenic Space-Ship. Tonight, you'll get to toast the journey ahead at this evening's welcome reception.
    Wednesday - Nov 24, 2027
    Day
    5
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Spend this morning in Amsterdam. The Netherlands' capital is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, galleries filled with masterpieces, 16th-century canals, narrow cobbled laneways, and streets busy with cyclists. Often referred to as the Venice of the North, much of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal system exists today as it did hundreds of years ago, lined with well-preserved houses and intersected by charming bridges. ...
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    Thursday - Nov 25, 2027
    Day
    6
    Cologne, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    Arrive in the 2,000-year-old city of Cologne early this afternoon. Cologne suffered extensive damage during World War II but was painstakingly restored over the following decades. Set out on a walking tour of the Old Town, admiring its historic buildings, beautiful squares, and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. The city is also home to the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland. The cathedral, known locally as the Kolner Dom, is surrounded by magnificent Christmas markets. Wander the wooden stalls where local venders sell delicious treats and decorations. With a later departure tonight, you will have some free time to explore the city on your own and soak up more of the festive spirit. ...
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    Friday - Nov 26, 2027
    Day
    7
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Relax onboard this morning as you cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge, where the landscapes could have been pulled from the pages of a fairytale. This 65-kilometer stretch of the river is dotted with some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Look out for the Lorelei statue, dedicated to the tragic legend of a beautiful maiden. After lunch you will disembark in Rudesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards. In the historic center you'll find half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, a smattering of wine taverns, and open-air beer gardens. During the festive season, a glowing Christmas market takes over the main square and the buildings are strung with trinkling lights. Take a mini train from the pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum, where some 350 musical instruments from the 18th and 19th century play themselves for your enjoyment. ...
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    Saturday - Nov 27, 2027
    Day
    8
    Miltenberg, Germany
    • Miltenberg, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Wertheim, Germany
    Relax onboard this morning as you cruise towards Miltenberg. You may like to book a massage in the spa or relax in the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which has natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties. This afternoon, dock in Miltenberg. Located on the banks of the River Main, this historic town is one of the best-preserved in Germany, home to hundreds of pastel-colored half-timbered houses and one of the country's oldest inns, Zum Riesen. It will be beautifully decorated for Christmas. Take an orientation tour of the town, then transfer by motorcoach to Wertheim, on the banks of the Main and Tauber rivers. Enjoy another guided tour before reboarding your Space-Ship. ...
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    Sunday - Nov 28, 2027
    Day
    9
    Wurzburg, Germany
    • Wurzburg, Germany
    With its lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture, you'll be captivating by glamorous Wurzburg. This city straddles the Main River in the heart of Franconian wine country. Surrounded by undulating vineyards, Wurzburg is home to a UNESCO World Heritage-listed palace, a dominating hilltop fortress, the 15th-century Old Main Bridge, and three universities, including Bavaria's oldest. ...
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    Monday - Nov 29, 2027
    Day
    10
    Bamberg, Germany
    • Bamberg, Germany
    Dock in picturesque Bamberg after lunch. You could spend this morning relaxing in your spacious suite or perhaps join an informative lecture to learn more about the culture and history found along the fascinating Main River. Built on seven hills, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town has surprises at every turn. Intersected by rivers and canals, Bamberg's Old Town is resplendent with cobblestoned streets and well-preserved medieval buildings. Admire the charming Town Hall which occupies an island on its own, a Gothic and Romanesque-style cathedral, the Old and New Residences - comprising an episcopal palace, a pretty 'Little Venice', and a 12th-century castle that teeters on the highest of the seven hills. Explore its famous sites on a guided tour. ...
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    Tuesday - Nov 30, 2027
    Day
    11
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    Arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, early this morning. The Old Town is protected by an ancient city wall and hosts an enchanting Christmas market, one of the oldest and most famous in the world. The city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th-century Imperial Castle, which was the preferred residence of German kings. The wooden booths of 'the little city of wood and cloth' looked picked straight out of a fairytale as twinkling lights, holly, and handmade charms adorn the fringes. Centuries old traditions and trinkets change from one Christmas market to the next, and at this Christkindlesmarkt, gingerbread, Spekulatius almond cookies, gingerbread, and original Nuremberg Bratwurst have made this city world famous. The aroma of warm gluhwein provides a fragrant ambiance as the scent of Christmas drifts through mesmerizing Christmas stalls. In a time-honored European tradition, each town has its own unique festive mug, with custom designs becoming a collector's item in time passed by. ...
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    Wednesday - Dec 1, 2027
    Day
    12
    Regensburg, Germany
    • Regensburg, Germany
    You will arrive in Regensburg after lunch today. Boasting a staggering 2,000-year history, Regensburg has one of Germany's best-preserved medieval town centers, with more than 900 of its Romanesque and Gothic buildings listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Within its narrow laneways, the city lays claim to having the highest concentration of bars in the country. It also hosts five separate Christmas markets during the festive season in the city's picturesque squares and at Thurn und Taxis Castle. Regensburg Christmas Market on Neupfarrplatz is renowned as one of the most beautiful advent markets in Germany. Regional specialties such as blueberry mulled wine from the Bavarian Forest or apple mulled wine from Upper Palatinate orchards are just as popular as the "Original Regensburger Bratwurst" or the "Regensburger" from the grill. Cozy up to warm open fireplaces at Romantic Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Palace, where local delicacies are both unique and satiating, with Old Bavarian potato soup served in a loaf of bread, while the scent of roasted almonds create a cozy ambience. ...
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    Thursday - Dec 2, 2027
    Day
    13
    Passau, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    • Laugarvatnshellar, Iceland, Iceland
    Arrive in Passau early this morning. Set at the meeting point of three rivers and close to the border with Austria, it was an important trading point for centuries. It was also a significant town in the Holy Roman Empire and the charming Old Town was mostly built by powerful prince-bishops in an Italianate style. Its grand buildings will be strung with decorations, and the charming Christmas market will fill the air with the scent of gingerbread and spices. ...
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    Friday - Dec 3, 2027
    Day
    14
    Durnstein, Austria
    • Durnstein, Austria
    • Krems, Austria
    Spend this morning in Durnstein, a small and picturesque town in Austria's scenic Wachau Valley. Enjoy some free time to explore this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town, perched on the edge of the Danube River and surrounded by ancient terraced vineyards. Then cruise on to the city of Krems, where the lights of the Christmas market will begin to glow in the afternoon. ...
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    Saturday - Dec 4, 2027
    Day
    15
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Welcome to Vienna, the capital of Austria and a center of art, music and culture. The city fostered the musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven, and oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spaces, a vibrant coffee-house scene, and masterpiece-filled galleries and museums. See the world's most beautiful boulevard, Ringstrasse, all lit up with dazzling displays of Christmas lights and decorations. You'll also enjoy the city's musical heritage in full display with the sounds of famous festive tunes and classical pieces around every corner. After all, you're in the City of Music, which fostered musical geniuses like Mozart and Beethoven. Join your local guide and take a motorcoach ride from the ship to Vienna's city center, where you will embark on a walking tour to see highlights such as the Opera House, St Stephen's Cathedral, and Belvedere Palace. The ship will be docked overnight, so this afternoon you are free to wander around the city exploring markets or relax onboard your Scenic Space-Ship. ...
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    Sunday - Dec 5, 2027
    Day
    16
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Wake this morning with Vienna on your doorstep. A city full of grandeur, Austria's imperial capital is famous for having the world's most beautiful boulevard, Ringstrasse, and for the legacy of the Habsburg monarchy. Slow down and spend a full day exploring Vienna or venture further afield. In the afternoon, shuttles will be available to take you from the ship to the Christmas markets. ...
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    Monday - Dec 6, 2027
    Day
    17
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    This morning you will arrive in Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe's most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873 when a newly built bridge connected the two. It's an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. It is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths, and has a vibrant nightlife scene. The city comes alive during the festive season, with elaborate decorations, charming Christmas markets, ice skating rinks, traditional foods, and trams covered in twinkling lights. ...
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    Tuesday - Dec 7, 2027
    Day
    18
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 18 - Tuesday - Dec 7, 2027
    Day
    18
    • Bus Travel
    • Prague, Czech Republic
    Journey by coach to Prague, and spend three nights at a city-central hotel.

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Wednesday - Dec 8, 2027
    Day
    19
    Prague, Czech Republic
    • Prague, Czech Republic
    Join your expert local guide to explore Prague in all its Gothic glory including the Old Town, the famous Astronomical Clock, and Charles Bridge, commissioned in 1357 by Charles IV. This afternoon, stroll this magnificent city at your leisure. Situated on the banks of the River Vltava in central Bohemia, Prague is rich in history and home to some of the world's most striking architectural wonders. The Old Town Square's Christmas market is a highlight at this time of year, and be sure to look for Prague's tallest Christmas tree nearby. ...
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    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Thursday - Dec 9, 2027
    Day
    20
    Prague, Czech Republic
    • Prague, Czech Republic
    Friday - Dec 10, 2027
    Day
    21
    Prague, Czech Republic
    • Prague, Czech Republic
    Depart after breakfast, taking many wonderful memories with you.


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