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7 Night Danube Discovery

From Nuremberg to Budapest
  • Scenic Amber
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  • Cruise #: 13974489
  • Departs: Thu, Nov 14, 2024
  • Returns: Thu, Nov 21, 2024
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    Thursday - Nov 14, 2024
    Day
    1
    Nuremberg, Germany
    • Nuremberg, Germany
    Welcome to Nuremberg! Your journey into wonder begins here. Please book your flight to arrive into Nuremberg prior to 2 PM. Inclusions: Dinner.
    Friday - Nov 15, 2024
    Day
    2
    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. Regensburg is also fringed by the Bavarian Forest, home to hundreds of kilometers of hiking trails and deer, wild boar, fox, and otter. Freechoice: Today, Regensburg offers up a selection of Scenic Freechoice touring activities to choose from: Walking tour of Regensburg: On the confluence of three rivers in Bavaria, Regensburg is known as the best-preserved medieval city in Germany. Guests will join a walking tour with a local guide to see the old stone bridge, the Church of St James, and the Porta Praetoria. Cycling to Walhalla: Join a guided bike tour through the wonderful scenery of the Danube Valley. You will ride for approximately 60 minutes along the riverside and through countryside to Walhalla. Reached by 358 steps, this memorial is considered the most important of all works commissioned by King Ludwig I of Bavaria, a Parthenon-like structure built to commemorate distinguished people in German history. Weltenburg Abbey: Take a ferry through the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey, the oldest monastery in Bavaria, founded by monks in approximately 600 AD. Explore the Abbey and Cloister Church, then sample the award-winning beer produced on site, which has been produced here since the year 1050 making it the oldest monastic brewery in the world. Thurn and Taxis Active Walking Tour: Join an active walking tour from the ship to Thurn und Taxis Castle, where you'll enjoy a guided tour followed by free time. Thurn und Taxis is a German noble family who can trace their history back to the 12th century. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Saturday - Nov 16, 2024
    Day
    3
    Passau, Germany
    • Passau, Germany
    • Bus Travel
    • Salzburg, Austria
    • Bus Travel
    • Linz, Germany
    Freechoice: Today, choose from two completely different, yet equally fascinating full-day Scenic Freechoice excursions. Full-day excursion to Salzburg: This morning, you will disembark your Scenic Space-Ship in Passau, from where you will cross the border into Salzburg, Austria. Surrounded by alpine peaks and on the banks of the Salzach River, Salzburg is best known as the home of Mozart and The Sound of Music. This storybook city has a thriving art scene, music and concert halls filled with classical music, a Baroque old town where you'll find Mozart's birthplace, and Hohensalzburg, Central Europe's largest intact fortress, which sits high above the rooftops with panoramic views of the city. During a guided tour, explore this incredible city before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant and some free time at your leisure. You will return to your Scenic Space-Ship in the Austrian city of Linz. Full-day excursion to Cesky Krumlov: From Passau, journey via motorcoach to the Czech town of Cesky Krumlov. This delightful UNESCO World Heritage-listed town is brimming with charm. Sitting on the banks of the Vltava River, Cesky Krumlov is considered one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe with its vast array of well-preserved Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture. Wander this fairy-tale location with your local guide and explore the historic center before delighting in a delicious lunch at a local restaurant and some time at leisure. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Sunday - Nov 17, 2024
    Day
    4
    Melk, Austria
    • Melk, Austria
    • Durnstein, Austria
    Your Scenic Space-Ship will dock early this morning in the small and picturesque town of Melk, located in Austria's scenic Wachau Valley. The breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage-listed Benedictine abbey built high over the city is the most spectacular building in the region. Freechoice: This morning offers a variety of Scenic Freechoice excursions to choose from: Glorious Melk Abbey: Your visit to Melk will only be complete with a guided tour to its magnificent 18th-century Benedictine abbey. Wander its 900-year-old hallowed halls, visit the decorated Marble Hall and the library, which is filled with more than 80,000 books, and be awed by the Abbey Church, adorned in frescoes and intricate statues. E-biking from Melk to Durnstein: Embark on a 32-kilometer guided e-bike ride to soak up the scenery along the Danube as you cycle from Melk to the quaint village of Durnstein. You'll pass by small villages and through rolling vineyards, stopping along the way to enjoy the river views. Wachau region wine tasting: Set out with a local guide to explore the regional wines of the Wachau Valley. These wines, originating from the picturesque Wachau Valley in Austria, are celebrated for their exceptional quality and distinct character. After your tour, you will return to the Space-Ship, which is docked in Durnstein. Spend the afternoon at leisure in this charming town or relax onboard with a regional wine from Austria's Wachau Valley. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Monday - Nov 18, 2024
    Day
    5
    Vienna, Austria
    • Vienna, Austria
    We arrive early in Vienna this morning. Also known as the City of Music, Austria's imperial capital fostered the musical geniuses Mozart and Beethoven, among others. The city oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spaces from parks to vineyards, a vibrant coffee-house culture, and masterpiece-filled galleries and museums. Spend the day exploring the city on your guided tour. Guided city tour of Vienna: 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 or relax onboard your Scenic Space-Ship. Enrich: Tonight's Scenic Enrich: Classical concert at Palais Liechtenstein: Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein this evening as you relish an exclusive private classical concert. Enjoy a glass of fine Austrian Sekt and listen to the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart performed by a renowned orchestra. An experience only shared with your fellow Scenic guests, you'll be seated in Vienna's largest secular Baroque hall, an ornate space where royals and nobles have sat for centuries. Accompanied by ballet dancers and vocalists and surrounded by world-famous art, this will be a concert that you'll remember for a lifetime. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Tuesday - Nov 19, 2024
    Day
    6
    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, the Ringstrasse, and for the legacy of the Habsburg monarchy. Freechoice: Spend the day exploring the city or venture into neighboring country Slovakia for a tour of Bratislava. The choice is yours from today's Scenic Freechoice activities: Schonbrunn Palace: Explore Schonbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of the Habsburg family, one of the most prominent dynasties in European history. Wander its countless ornately designed rooms, hear tales about the royal family that lives here, and see the impressive gardens. Cycle to Danube Island: Explore a different side of Vienna on a guided e-bike tour to Danube Island, a recreational playground where locals come to enjoy bathing, boating, cycling, and relaxing on its beaches and open spaces. Central Vienna exploration: The city center of Vienna is overflowing with history, elegance, and diverse architecture. During this tour, your expert local guide will delight you with stories from the city before allowing you extended free time to explore as you wish. Excursion to Bratislava: Take a motorcoach to Bratislava, Slovakia's capital since independence in 1993. Bratislava is a modern multicultural metropolis with an intriguing history. Its Old Town is glorious in medieval and Gothic architecture and its well-preserved hilltop castle, which has history dating back to the 9th century, still dominates the town. These charming historic sites contrast with its brutalist socialist architecture, which is evident around the city. Take a tour with a local guide to see Bratislava Castle, Hlavne Namestie, the main square, and Old Town Hall. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Wednesday - Nov 20, 2024
    Day
    7
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    This morning, we arrive in Budapest, 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. The city is 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. Freechoice: A range of Scenic Freechoice activities are on offer to choose from this morning: Budapest in Depth: Explore this magical city by motorcoach. Visit both Buda and Pest, the two districts that are separated by the Danube that make up the city. Starting on the Buda side see the Varkert Bazar before crossing the Margaret Bridge to the Pest side where you will see Szechenyi and Elizabeth squares. End your tour with a mesmerizing piano recital at the Institute for the Blind. Budapest's Past & Present: This walking and motorcoach tour will give insight on Budapest's communist past and life today as part of the European Union, including the 1956 Hungarian revolution and the significant Jewish events that have shaped modern culture. Hospital in the Rock: Experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, set underneath the city's Castle District. The complex was built as a secret hospital during WWII and was later converted to a nuclear bunker. Discover the underground former hospital that is furnished with wax figures to give you the spirit of the place. This is an exciting part of history. The underground is moderately flat but there are a few stairs to get there and then again once inside. Thermal Baths: Budapest is known for its thermal waters and today you can relax in the natural hot springs at Gellert Baths. The baths are said to have medicinal properties and are warm year-round allowing for a luxurious soak no matter what the season. Guided hike to Buda Hill: Strap on your walking shoes for a beautiful hike up to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site of Buda Hill. On your walk, see Varkert Bazar and beautifully landscaped gardens, all while enjoying great views over the Danube River and the city architecture. This afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps set out to explore the Central Market Hall - the largest market in the city, built in Neo-Gothic style for a combination of shopping and sightseeing. Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. ...
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    Thursday - Nov 21, 2024
    Day
    8
    Budapest, Hungary
    • Budapest, Hungary
    Depart after breakfast, taking with you a lifetime of wonderful memories. Inclusions: Breakfast.; Notes: This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Massage/spa treatments at additional cost. ...
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