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28 Night Jewels of Europe and Romantic Rhine and Moselle

From Budapest to Zurich
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  • Cruise #: 14228985
  • Departs: Wed, Jun 2, 2027
  • Returns: Wed, Jun 30, 2027
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    Wednesday - Jun 2, 2027
    Day
    1
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe's oldest and most magnificent cities. This afternoon, board your all-inclusive ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ship and settle into your suite. Relax and raise a glass to the days ahead at this evening's welcome reception. Your ship will remain docked in Budapest overnight, so you may like to head out and discover some of the city's famed nightlife. ...
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    Thursday - Jun 3, 2027
    Day
    2
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    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. Budapest is also well known for its hot springs and thermal baths, which you can visit at your leisure during an afternoon of free time. ...
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    Friday - Jun 4, 2027
    Day
    3
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    Relax onboard this morning as you cruise towards Vienna. You may like to ask your butler to bring coffee to your suite so you can savor it as the beautiful scenery rolls by your window. Arrive in the Austrian capital of Vienna this afternoon. 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. ...
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    Saturday - Jun 5, 2027
    Day
    4
    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 with Scenic Freechoice. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 6, 2027
    Day
    5
    Krems, Austria
    • Krems, Austria
    • Durnstein, Austria
    This morning, arrive in the charming town of Krems, located in the spectacular Wachau Valley.
    Monday - Jun 7, 2027
    Day
    6
    Passau, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    Arrive in Passau today. Set at the meeting point of three rivers and close to the border with Austria, Passau 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. ...
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    Tuesday - Jun 8, 2027
    Day
    7
    Regensburg, Germany
    • Regensburg, Germany
    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. ...
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    Wednesday - Jun 9, 2027
    Day
    8
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    Cruise into Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, where the Old Town is protected by an ancient city wall. 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. Behind its charming facade, Nuremberg also has a turbulent history. During WWII, the city was favored by the Nazis for party rallies and many of the anti-Jewish laws began here. By 1945, the city was reduced to rubble, including large sections of the Imperial Castle and Old Town. After the war, Nazi leaders were tried here for their war crimes. ...
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    Thursday - Jun 10, 2027
    Day
    9
    Bamberg, Germany
    • Bamberg, Germany
    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, and the Old and New Residences - comprising an episcopal palace, a picturesque 'Little Venice', and a 12th-century castle that teeters on the highest of the seven hills. ...
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    Friday - Jun 11, 2027
    Day
    10
    Wurzburg, Germany
    • Wurzburg, Germany
    After a relaxed morning onboard, dock in Wurzburg. With its lavish Baroque and Rococo architecture, you'll be captivating by this glamorous port. 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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    Saturday - Jun 12, 2027
    Day
    11
    Wertheim, Germany
    • Wertheim, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Miltenberg, Germany
    Arrive in Wertheim this morning, a small town with a medieval center sitting on the picturesque banks of the Main and Tauber rivers. Look out for the distinctive Spitzer Turm, a 13th-century pointed watchtower that stands tall above the town. Today is all about connecting with culture and meeting the locals, an experience that is unique to Scenic guests. After touring, you will reboard your ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ship in Miltenberg and depart for Rudesheim. Enjoy some of the all-inclusive onboard entertainment this evening as you cruise through the night. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 13, 2027
    Day
    12
    Rudesheim, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    • Bonn, Germany
    This morning, disembark in Rudesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. The charming town center is filled with half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets such as traditional Christmas ornaments and cuckoo clocks, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens. ...
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    Monday - Jun 14, 2027
    Day
    13
    Cologne, Germany
    • Cologne, Germany
    Dock in the 2,000-year-old city of Cologne today. 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. After lunch, cruise onwards to Amsterdam. ...
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    Tuesday - Jun 15, 2027
    Day
    14
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    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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    Wednesday - Jun 16, 2027
    Day
    15
    Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Enjoy a free day in Amsterdam and explore the wonderful sights of this delightful city or simply relax and stay onboard your Scenic Space-Ship.
    Thursday - Jun 17, 2027
    Day
    16
    Dordrecht, Netherlands
    • Dordrecht, Netherlands
    An early departure out of Amsterdam allows for relaxed cruising before arriving in Dordrecht. It's the oldest city in Holland and its location as a port city made it an important merchant stop. As you explore the port, the canals, the picturesque alleyways, and the town square you'll discover more than 1,000 historic monuments dotted around the town, many of which have been reborn as restaurants, museums, and theatres. ...
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    Friday - Jun 18, 2027
    Day
    17
    Veere, Netherlands
    • Veere, Netherlands
    This historic small town set on the Veerse Meer lake is known as the 'Pearl of Walcheren'. Wander through its narrow streets and along the charming marina nestled at its heart to see why. Dating back to the 12th century, it was a popular trading hub and the town's wealth can be seen in the grand architecture of its buildings. ...
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    Saturday - Jun 19, 2027
    Day
    18
    Antwerp, Belgium
    • Antwerp, Belgium
    It's time to delve into a new culture as the ship docks in Antwerp. It's the largest city in Flanders, Belgium's second city, and the unofficial diamond capital of the world, having dominated global trade since the 15th century. The seaport, located 80 kilometers inland, is one of the world's most important. Antwerp's charm lies in its contradictions, a city with a medieval heart of cobbled lanes and riverside fortress combined with a creative pulse that champions innovation, including modern architecture and a thriving culinary scene. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 20, 2027
    Day
    19
    Nijmegen, Netherlands
    • Nijmegen, Netherlands
    Arrive in Nijmegen late afternoon and take your time exploring. Dating back more than 2,000 years it's officially recognized as the oldest city in the Netherlands. Its large population of university students gives it a lively atmosphere, with many excellent museums, trendy coffee shops, independent stores, and a buzzing nightlife. ...
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    Monday - Jun 21, 2027
    Day
    20
    Dusseldorf, Germany
    • Dusseldorf, Germany
    Willkommen to Germany and the city of Dusseldorf. An early arrival and late departure gives you ample time to discover a city known for its art scene and fashion industry. Once dubbed 'Little Paris' by Napoleon, it blends the museums, galleries, and luxurious shops of the city with a historic old town and unique harbor precinct where historic quay walls share the same space as architecturally designed buildings by the likes of Frank Gehry. With a late departure, there's time to explore its buzzing waterfront and glamorous bars by night. ...
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    Tuesday - Jun 22, 2027
    Day
    21
    • Cruising the Moselle River
    • Cochem, Germany
    One of the wonderful things about cruising is gliding past rolling hillsides, which is what makes today a highlight of your journey. Revel in a full day onboard your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship as it winds its way through the majestic Moselle Valley. With its vine-covered banks dotted with quaint villages, historic half-timbered houses, and hilltop castles it is some of the most charming scenery in Europe. Open the windows to your private Scenic Sun Lounge and make the most of the landscape as you gently cruise past. You may wish to make the most of the ship's facilities today and visit the Salt Therapy Lounge or book in for a massage treatment (at an extra cost). Arrive in Cochem this evening. ...
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    Wednesday - Jun 23, 2027
    Day
    22
    Cochem, Germany
    • Cochem, Germany
    Cochem is a medieval gem with a castle overlooking the town. While this may be its crowning feature, the traditional town is known for being part of the German wine route and is a great place to sample local varietals.
    Thursday - Jun 24, 2027
    Day
    23
    Bernkastel, Germany
    • Bernkastel, Germany
    Oenophiles will have earmarked Bernkastel. It sits at the heart of the Moselle Valley wine region and one of the world's most famous Riesling vineyards, Bernkasteler Doctor, is just on the edge of town. You'll also fall in love with this wonderfully preserved riverside town for its atmospheric market square, with buildings that date to the 13th century, and the ruins of Landshut Castle, which dates back to the fourth and fifth centuries. ...
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    Friday - Jun 25, 2027
    Day
    24
    Koblenz, Germany
    • Koblenz, Germany
    Koblenz is many things; a wine hub, a fortress city, and one of Germany's oldest metropolises. Founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago it is strategically placed where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Its long history ensures there's something for everyone, from rich history to a melange of French and German cultures and beautiful scenery. It is, of course, also the gateway to both the romantic Rhine Valley and the beautiful Moselle Valley. ...
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    Saturday - Jun 26, 2027
    Day
    25
    Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rhine Gorge, Germany
    • Rudesheim, Germany
    Cruise through the picturesque Rhine Gorge this morning and relax as you take in landscapes that could have come straight from a fairytale. The stunning 65-kilometer stretch of river is punctuated with a constellation of 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 whose voice distracts sailors - the potential inspiration for the Sirens who tempted Odysseus. Disembark in Rudesheim, a stunning town surrounded by steep vineyards that's known for its medieval architecture and wine culture - locals have been cultivating wine for more than two millennia. ...
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    Sunday - Jun 27, 2027
    Day
    26
    Mannheim, Germany
    • Mannheim, Germany
    The ship docks in Mannheim today, a large metropolitan center that's used as a base to explore the surrounding region, including the historic charms of Heidelberg and the stunning vine covered landscapes Bad Durkheim where you can sip on aromatic wines.
    Monday - Jun 28, 2027
    Day
    27
    Strasbourg, France
    • Strasbourg, France
    The capital of the Alsace wine region is a captivating blend of France and Germany. It has a Gothic cathedral and an Old Town surrounded by a river, with sherbert-colored, half-timbered houses bordering a complex network of canals. Strasbourg proudly wears its medieval past while looking firmly towards the future and is known for its youthful energy and infectious spirit. ...
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    Tuesday - Jun 29, 2027
    Day
    28
    Breisach, Germany
    • Breisach, Germany
    There's plenty of reasons Breisach is a must-visit food and wine destination. Not only does it share a border with the Alsace region, it's also located between the Rhine River and the legendary Black Forest. Don't leave without trying the German Pinot Noir. Luckily for you, the town was meticulously rebuilt after World War II, complete with its traditional cobbled streets and pastel houses. ...
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    Wednesday - Jun 30, 2027
    Day
    29
    Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Basel (Saxon), Switzerland
    • Cruise Ends

    Land Segment of Itinerary

    Day 29 - Wednesday - Jun 30, 2027
    Day
    29
    • Bus Travel
    • Zurich, Switzerland
    Your cruise concludes this morning in Basel. Enjoy one final breakfast onboard before disembarking and transfer to Zurich Airport, taking with you lifelong memories of a cruise that captured your imagination. Please book your flight to depart out of Zurich after 11:30 AM.
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