Jewels of Europe

A region steeped in the history of ancient trade routes, today the rivers of central Europe meander through idyllic vineyards and romantic towns. This is a journey that will take you through the Europe of your imagination, full of hidden wonders, cobbled streets and childhood fairytales, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Amsterdam

Welcome to Amsterdam! Your journey into wonder begins here.

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Freechoice: Hop aboard one of our e-bikes and take a guided bicycle tour outside the city, or join a flavours of Holland walking tour and taste some Dutch favourites. Alternatively, experience an iconic canal cruise, or step outside of Amsterdam and visit the villages of Alkmaar & Schermerhorn.

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Freechoice: Take a stroll through Cologne and see the famous cathedral, or step inside the cathedral and let your local guide marvel you with its history. Alternatively, explore the city’s past and present, from Roman times to its Jewish heritage, or if you are feeling more active, join a cycling tour of Cologne. Enrich NEW IN 2024

Attend a lavish dinner and concert in the spectacular Beethoven Hall at La Redoute recital hall. Built by the last Elector of Cologne in 1792, over the centuries the estate hosted many important dignitaries but tonight the beautiful spread is all for you.

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Enjoy spectacular views of the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge.

Freechoice: Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum or join a hike through the vineyards that cover the banks of the Rhine River. Alternatively, cycle through vineyards to Schloss Johannisberg for a tasting.

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Freechoice: Meet a winemaker for a tasting or meet a Baron and Baroness and learn about aristocratic life. Alternatively, cycle along the river to Wertheim or opt to visit a local Schnapps producer or a farming family and taste some of their home-made products.

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Day 06

Freechoice: Traverse the famous Romantic Road to Rothenburg where you’ll tour the charming walled city. Alternatively, visit Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz Palace.

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Freechoice: Take a guided tour of the Old Town of Bamberg or visit the nearby city of Coburg, famous for its impressive Opera House.

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Day 08

Freechoice: Explore Nuremberg by foot on a guided walking tour, or visit moving WWII sites and learn about this dark era in the city’s history. Alternatively, discover the history of the Castle and city walls.

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Freechoice: Enjoy a walking tour of Regensburg, or hop on board a local ferry and sail the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey. Alternatively, join a local guide for a cycle to the Walhalla monument, or take an active walking tour to Thurn und Taxis Palace.

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Freechoice: Choose to visit the medieval Czech city of Ceský Krumlov and discover its World Heritagelisted Old Town, or journey to Salzburg and explore the birthplace of Mozart and the city backdrop for the film ‘The Sound of Music’.

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Freechoice: Experience Melk’s magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey or embark on a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Dürnstein. Alternatively, visit the fairytale castle of Burg Aggstein.

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Day 12

Acquaint yourself with this opulent city by joining a fascinating guided tour.

41 Scenic Freechoice Excursions including 11 Active, Your Way

9 Moments, Masters & Music

5 Interactive Encounters

See pages 34-39 for details.

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Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein while enjoying a glass of Austrian Sekt. Then be enthralled by an enchanting private classical concert.

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Freechoice: Tour the Slovakian capital Bratislava, or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, explore central

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Vienna further or cycle to Danube Island.

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Freechoice: Join a guided tour of Budapest including a piano concert, or relax and unwind at the Thermal Baths and Spa. Alternatively, experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, or learn about the past and present of Budapest or hike to Buda Hill.

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Budapest

Depart today and take with you a lifetime of memories.

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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. Please refer to our terms and conditions on pages 136-139.

For all terms and conditions please refer to pages 136-139 or visit scenic.ca/terms-and-conditions.