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23 Night Ultimate European Journey and Land Tour

From Bucharest to Amsterdam

River Duchess

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises

Cruise #: 13964413
Departs: Fri, Aug 21, 2026
Returns: Sun, Sep 13, 2026

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Itinerary Summary

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Land Segment of Itinerary

Friday - Aug 21, 2026

Day
1

Bucharest, Romania

Arrive at Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport. If your cruise/tour package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the hotel.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Saturday - Aug 22, 2026

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2

Bucharest, Romania

Get to know the bustling heart of Romania's capital city with a full day to explore Bucharest on your own.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - Aug 23, 2026

Day
3

Bucharest, Romania

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Cruise Segment of Itinerary

Day 3 - Sunday - Aug 23, 2026

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3

Cruise Begins

Giurgiu, Romania

Bucharest is a fascinating combination of Communist grandiosity, elegant French-influenced 19th-century buildings, and surprising survivors dating from the 1500s. Today in Bucharest, you'll enjoy a panoramic city tour and a visit to People's Palace. Later, you'll travel via motorcoach to Giurgiu, where your ship awaits. ...
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Monday - Aug 24, 2026

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4

Rousse, Bulgaria

Bulgaria's foremost Danube port, Ruse is sometimes called "Little Vienna" for its elegant 19th-century mansions and public buildings.

Tuesday - Aug 25, 2026

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5

Vidin, Bulgaria

Vidin is a port town on the Danube that once played an important role in medieval Bulgarian politics, as the great fortress Baba Vida attests. It's your base for an unusual excursion today-a visit to the fascinating Belogradchik rock formations. Or, you can indulge in a tasting at a local winery.

Wednesday - Aug 26, 2026

Day
6

Iron Gates

Donji Milanovac, Serbia

Golubac Fortress, Serbia

Today's main attraction will be the spectacular scenery along the Danube, as you cruise a stretch of gorges known as the Iron Gates. Later, head ashore to explore a Paleolithic site and an extraordinarily well-preserved medieval fortress. All along the way, history lines the banks of the river. Keep an eye out for Trajan's Plaque, carved by the ancient Romans, and Golubac Castle, built in the 14th century and attacked successively by the Serbs, Magyars, and Turks. ...
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Thursday - Aug 27, 2026

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7

Belgrade, Serbia

Belgrade, the modern-day capital of Serbia, is one of Europe's oldest cities, dating back some 7,000 years. Signs of its tumultuous history are visible everywhere, juxtaposed with the city's vibrant modern-day present.

Friday - Aug 28, 2026

Day
8

Vukovar, Croatia

Batina, Croatia

Mohacs, Hungary

Croatia, an ancient country which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, delicious local rustic food. You'll dock in Vukovar, Croatia's biggest port, at the confluence of the Danube and Vuka rivers. ...
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Saturday - Aug 29, 2026

Day
9

Budapest, Hungary

Located on opposite sides of the Danube, the formerly separate cities of Buda and Pest each have their own distinctive character and allure. Explore this dynamic and multifaceted city with your choice of excursions-you can see it from a local's perspective on our walking tour, or cover more ground with a panoramic tour. Vibrant Budapest, Hungary's capital, offers an enchanting combination of East and West. ...
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Sunday - Aug 30, 2026

Day
10

Budapest, Hungary

Other passengers are heading home today, but you are only halfway through your marvelous holiday. Enjoy a day of leisure exploring beautiful and historic Budapest.

Monday - Aug 31, 2026

Day
11

Budapest, Hungary

Called the "Queen of the Danube", in part because of the way the city hugs the banks of the river, Budapest is an enchanting city that vibrantly mixes East and West, medieval and modern. Made up of two parts-Buda (the hills) and Pest (the flatlands)-and divided by the Danube, Hungary's capital presents an array of architectural styles that reveal its long and varied history. You'll have two enticing ways to experience the city-a panoramic guided tour aboard a motorcoach with a visit to the Parliament, or discover the Budapest that locals love on a special walking tour of the city's most important landmarks. ...
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Tuesday - Sep 1, 2026

Day
12

Cruising Danube Canal, Austria

Vienna, Austria

Today is your day to relax onboard, enjoying the luxuries of your river cruise ship while soaking in the spectacular scenery all around you as your ship heads for Vienna. Come up to the Sun Deck to admire the city's landmarks strung along the riverbanks.

Wednesday - Sep 2, 2026

Day
13

Vienna, Austria

Vienna is a cultural treasure trove revered for its art and music (and sinfully rich pastries). Begin your day at the Vienna Art History Museum, then embark on a tour of the city's imperial highlights.

Thursday - Sep 3, 2026

Day
14

Weissenkirchen, Austria

Bus Travel

Melk, Austria

Bus Travel

Weissenkirchen, Austria

Awaken to the spectacular scenery of the Wachau Valley, one of the most beautiful stretches of river landscape in all of Europe. Named for its white church, Weissenkirchen may very well be the prettiest village in the Wachau Valley. A local expert will show you around and introduce you to some regional delicacies, including a wine tasting. Prefer to go for Baroque? Visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and its extraordinarily opulent library. Later, you can stretch your legs with a vineyard hike. ...
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Friday - Sep 4, 2026

Day
15

Passau, Germany

Just before reaching Passau, the ship will pass through the famous Schlogener Schlinge-a "gooseneck" or hairpin turn in the Danube. Located at the confluence of three rivers-the Danube, Inn, and Ilz-Passau is well known for its ornate Baroque cathedral. Today, the city is unusually well preserved, having been spared the brunt of Allied bombing during WWII, as you'll see on your walking tour. ...
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Saturday - Sep 5, 2026

Day
16

Regensburg, Germany

Bavaria's first capital, Regensburg, owes its impressive historical lineage and rich architectural heritage to 600 years as a Free Imperial City, a fact recognized by UNESCO in 2006. Today, you'll discover how the beautifully preserved medieval city coexists with a vibrant modern urban center.

Sunday - Sep 6, 2026

Day
17

Nuremberg, Germany

Arrive in the archetypal medieval German city of Nuremberg. Nuremberg is justifiably famous for its gingerbread and pocket watches, and it was also the site of some key moments in 20th-century history. You'll choose between two memorable ways of exploring this exceptional city. You can join a tour of a secret Nazi art bunker hidden underground, or you can accompany a local expert to the city's most important WWII sites, including the enormous Nazi Party Rally Grounds-the actual site of the Nazi Party rallies. ...
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Monday - Sep 7, 2026

Day
18

Bamberg, Germany

Your floating boutique hotel takes you to Bamberg today, a well-preserved town that offers a fascinating glimpse of medieval times. Explore the city on foot or opt to head deeper into the Franconian countryside to experience an authentic slice of rural life-including a tractor ride. Like Rome, the city is built on seven hills-but in Bamberg, a church tops each one. ...
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Tuesday - Sep 8, 2026

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19

Wurzburg, Germany

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Rothenburg, Germany

Bus Travel

Wurzburg, Germany

Your ship will dock in the charming Franconian town of Wurzburg, where you can visit the extraordinary Wurzburg Residence, one of the most opulent Baroque palaces in Europe.

Wednesday - Sep 9, 2026

Day
20

Wertheim, Germany

After today, you may never eat a pretzel again without thinking of the town of Wertheim. You'll meet one of Germany's best pretzel makers, as well as the owner of a historic wine estate. If you're more in the mood for a scenic bike ride, you are welcome to do that as well.

Thursday - Sep 10, 2026

Day
21

Frankfurt, Germany

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Heidelberg, Germany

Bus Travel

Frankfurt, Germany

Frankfurt is known as the "Mainhattan" of Europe due to its profusion of bankers and soaring skyscrapers, which coexist with the city's traditional Old Town architecture. Choose a brief tour that gives you an overview of this major European financial and trade center. Alternatively, visit romantic Heidelberg and its Renaissance castle. ...
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Friday - Sep 11, 2026

Day
22

Rudesheim, Germany

Experience Germany's fabled Rheingau in one of two ways today. Take in spectacular views of the region's famous vineyards from the perspective of an aerial cable car, or venture within an atmospheric medieval monastery and taste the Rieslings made on site. The town is best known for its narrow avenue of shops and wine bars called the Drosselgasse. Experience the most spectacular scenery on the Rhine later in the afternoon as you cruise past the famous Middle Rhine Valley. ...
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Saturday - Sep 12, 2026

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23

Cologne, Germany

Enjoy a delightful tour of Cologne's Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its stunning Renaissance facade. Wander through the historical center and take in its charming atmosphere and narrow alleyways flanked by old houses. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you'll also have ample free time to explore the city on your own. ...
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Sunday - Sep 13, 2026

Day
24

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for your flight home.

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