Eastern Europe and European Gems River Cruise Prague to Amsterdam (2025)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 24-day journey through the heart of Europe, exploring the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning landscapes of the Czech Republic, Germany, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, and the Netherlands. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of guided sightseeing and free time to explore at your own pace. From the historic spires of Prague to the vibrant streets of Berlin, the haunting Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial, the charming old town of Krakow, the enchanting Danube river, and the canal-laced city of Amsterdam, every day brings a new adventure. Along the way, enjoy comfortable accommodations, delicious meals, and the company of like-minded travelers.
Included
53 meals - 23 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 17 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Enjoy a traditional Polish folklore show and dinner in Krakow
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Three nights in Krakow; two nights in Prague, Warsaw and Berlin
14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Two Nights, Prague, Grandior Hotel
Two Nights, Berlin, Courtyard by Marriott
Two Nights, Warsaw, Regent Hotel
Three Nights, Mercure Krakow Stare Miasto
14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Travelmarvel Vega: Owner's Suite ,Suite ,Stateroom
Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
Explore 20 towns, villages and cities
Map
Attractions
Sanctuary of Isis and Magna Mater
Hofburg Palace
Łazienki Park
Wawel Castle
Imperial Castle of Nuremberg
Reichstag
Brandenburg Gate
Castle garden
Potsdamer Platz
Old Town Square
Würzburg Residence
Bohemian Switzerland National Park
Kunsthalle Krems
Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
Polish Army Museum
Charles Bridge
Kreuzenstein Castle
Melk Abbey
Würzburger Cathedral
Wieliczka Salt Mine
Old Synagogue
Salzburg Cathedral
Schönbrunn Palace
Sanssouci Park
St. Vitus Cathedral
Albertina
Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
Prater
MAK - Museum of Applied Arts
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Gedenkstätte Berliner MauerDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival and Hotel Transfer
- Prague - Arrival day
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Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel. In the evening, get to know your fellow travelers at a Welcome Reception.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Prague
- Prague
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- Old Town Square
- Charles Bridge
- St. Vitus Cathedral
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Today, you'll delve into the beauty of Prague with a knowledgeable guide. Explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town, marvel at the St Vitus Cathedral, stroll across the iconic Charles Bridge, and soak up the atmosphere in Prague's Old Market Square. Known as 'The City of a Hundred Spires', Prague's historic center offers a fascinating glimpse into a rich past.
Day 3 – Day 3: Journey to Berlin via Saxon Switzerland National Park
- Prague
- Berlin
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- Castle garden
- Bohemian Switzerland National Park
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After breakfast, we'll journey across the border into Germany. As we traverse the state of Saxony, we'll stop at the Saxon Switzerland National Park to marvel at the rock formations of Bastei and the Bastei Bridge, which offers panoramic views over the mountains. We'll then continue by coach to Germany's capital, Berlin, where we'll check into our hotel.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Berlin and Potsdam
- Berlin
- Potsdam
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- Reichstag
- Brandenburg Gate
- Potsdamer Platz
- Sanssouci Park
- Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer
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Today, we'll explore the fascinating city of Berlin, once famously divided in two. Our guided tour will take us past landmarks such as the historic Reichstag building and the Brandenburg Gate, a symbol of peace and a reunified Berlin. We'll also visit a ruined section of the Berlin Wall. In the afternoon, you may choose to travel by coach to Potsdam where you can join an optional guided tour of the former royal summer palace, Sanssouci.
Day 5 – Day 5: From Berlin to Warsaw
- Berlin
- Warsaw
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Today, we bid farewell to the incredible city of Berlin and travel through the beautiful, rolling countryside of Germany's east into Poland. Our destination is Warsaw, where we'll check into our hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Warsaw
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- Łazienki Park
- Polish Army Museum
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Today, we'll explore the diverse and progressive city of Warsaw. Our city tour will take us to the site of the Jewish Ghetto, once home to the largest Jewish community in Europe. We'll also visit Lazienki Park, where we'll glimpse the beautiful Lazienki Palace, surrounded by serene waters and ornate statues.
Day 7 – Day 7: From Warsaw to Krakow via Auschwitz-Birkenau
- Warsaw
- Krakow
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Today, we'll journey from Warsaw to Krakow, passing through rolling farmland. Along the way, we'll visit the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum, where a tour will provide a haunting insight into the plight of the Jews who were sent to these infamous Nazi concentration camps. Afterward, we'll check into our hotel in Krakow and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 8 – Day 8: Exploring Krakow
- Krakow
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- Wawel Castle
- Old Synagogue
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Today, we'll enjoy the sights of Krakow on a guided tour. We'll visit the Wawel Royal Castle and explore the famous Old Town, where every corner holds a piece of history.
Day 9 – Day 9: Optional Visit to Wieliczka Salt Mine
- Krakow
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- Wieliczka Salt Mine
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Today, you have the option to join a tour to the Wieliczka Salt Mine. This ancient, abandoned mine is a marvel, featuring a maze of underground chambers, grottoes, and statues chiseled out of rock salt by miners hundreds of years ago.
Day 10 – Day 10: Journey to Budapest via the Tatra Mountains
- Krakow
- Budapest
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After breakfast, we'll travel to Budapest, passing through the stunning Tatra Mountains in Slovakia. Upon arrival in Budapest, we'll board our ship for the next leg of our journey.
Day 11 – Day 11: Exploring Budapest
- Budapest
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Wake up to views of one of the Danube's most enchanting cities. Disembark and learn about the vibrant history of Budapest as a local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights. Back on board in the evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner while you cruise.
Day 12 – Day 12: Discovering Vienna
- Vienna
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- Viennese Giant Ferris Wheel
- Schönbrunn Palace
- Albertina
- Prater
- MAK - Museum of Applied Arts
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Embrace the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in some of the city's most famous buildings, including the Vienna State Opera House and the Museum of Fine Arts. On arrival in the city center, a walking tour will provide an insider's view of sights such as St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace, and the Albertina. Afterwards, perhaps visit the Naschmarkt and browse the stalls. This evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to 'The Sound of Music'.
Day 13 – Day 13: Free Day in Vienna or Optional Excursions
- Vienna
- Bratislava
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- Hofburg Palace
- Kreuzenstein Castle
- Schönbrunn Palace
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With the day at leisure, you have the opportunity to explore the Hofburg area or wander along Karntnerstrasse, the city's famous shopping strip. Alternatively, you could embark on an optional excursion to Schonbrunn Palace or head to the former Soviet city of Bratislava.
Day 14 – Day 14: Durnstein and Melk
- Dürnstein
- Melk
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- Kunsthalle Krems
- Melk Abbey
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Today, we'll cruise to the town of Durnstein and enjoy a stroll past rustic townhouses and taverns. Along the way, gaze up to the hilltop ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned. Later, we'll dock in Melk and tour through Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.
Day 15 – Day 15: Optional Excursions or Sailing to Passau
- Passau
- Melk
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- Salzburg Cathedral
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Today, you may choose to join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from 'The Sound of Music'. Alternatively, you can enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Passau.
Day 16 – Day 16: Journey to Regensburg
- Regensburg
- Passau
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Today, we'll continue along the Danube River to the enchanting town of Regensburg, located in the southern region of the Bavarian Forest. Here, we'll wander along its cobblestone lanes, taking a journey through the ages as we explore the historic streets, medieval buildings, and cultural sites on our guided walking tour.
Day 17 – Day 17: Journey to Nuremberg
- Nuremberg
- Regensburg
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- Imperial Castle of Nuremberg
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Today, we'll arrive in Nuremberg, the site of Hitler's now infamous rallies, which played a pivotal role for the Nazis during World War II. Our afternoon city tour will include sights such as the Zeppelin Field and Palace of Justice.
Day 18 – Day 18: Journey to Bamberg
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Today, we'll travel to one of the few German cities that wasn't destroyed during World War II, the World Heritage-listed Bamberg. A locally guided tour of the historic city center will provide great insight into the city's rich history.
Day 19 – Day 19: Journey to Wurzburg
- Bamberg
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- Würzburg Residence
- Würzburger Cathedral
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Today, we'll arrive in Wurzburg, a city nestled amid verdant hills and rich vineyards. We'll admire its magnificent baroque palace, the Wurzburg Residence, and walk through Wurzburg Court Garden, with its terraced gardens and serene water basin. Later, you may choose to enjoy an optional visit to the medieval town of Rothenburg.
Day 20 – Day 20: Journey to Miltenberg
Day 20: Journey to Miltenberg
Today, we'll arrive at the beautifully evocative town of Miltenberg. Here, enjoy an Insider Experience before returning to your ship to enjoy time at leisure. As the sun sets, watch the glittering lights of medieval towns slip past as you sit down to dinner and cruise through the night.
Day 21 – Day 21: Journey to Rudesheim via the Rhine Gorge
Day 21: Journey to Rudesheim via the Rhine Gorge
- Sanctuary of Isis and Magna Mater
- Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
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In Rudesheim, the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you through town to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. As you continue cruising, you will encounter a true holiday highlight – the spectacular Rhine Gorge. Watch in awe as you drift past steep vine-covered slopes dotted with ancient castles and strongholds. Enjoy dinner on board tonight, as your journey continues late into the evening.
Day 22 – Day 22: Journey to Cologne via Bruhl
- Cologne
- Brühl
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Today, we'll disembark our ship in Cologne and drive to the town of Bruhl, where you will enjoy an Insider Experience. Later, we'll return to Cologne and enjoy some time at leisure.
Day 23 – Day 23: Journey to Amsterdam
- Amsterdam
- Cologne
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Today, we'll dock in the heart of Amsterdam, a city known as the 'Venice of the North' due to its network of canals. We'll board a glass-top boat to discover the city's waterside facades, watching the bicycle-loving locals ride along as we drift by. Back on land, enjoy free time to explore, before a Captain's Farewell Dinner back on board.
Day 24 – Day 24: Departure
- Amsterdam - Departure day
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After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of our unforgettable journey through the heart of Europe.
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