European Gems Prague to Amsterdam (2025)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 18-day journey through the heart of Europe, where history, culture, and natural beauty converge. This multi-day tour takes you from the historic city of Prague to the vibrant canals of Amsterdam, with stops in Budapest, Vienna, and other iconic cities. Explore World Heritage-listed sites, wander through charming old towns, and cruise along the enchanting Danube River. From the largest castle complex in the world in Prague to the musical heritage of Vienna, every day brings a new adventure. Whether you're a history buff, a culture vulture, or a nature lover, this tour offers something for everyone. Get ready to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Included
44 meals - 17 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Three nights immersed in Prague
Three Nights, Prague, Grandior Hotel
14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship
Travelmarvel Vega: Owner's Suite ,Suite ,Stateroom
Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and expert local guides
Explore 15 towns, villages and cities
Enjoy a festive Bavarian evening on your ship with traditional food and entertainment
Destinations
Hallein
Amsterdam
Český Krumlov
Dürnstein
Bratislava
Bamberg
Budapest
Cologne
Melk
Vienna
Nuremberg
Regensburg
Prague
PassauMap
Attractions
Sanctuary of Isis and Magna Mater
Hofburg Palace
Imperial Castle of Nuremberg
Old Town Square
Würzburg Residence
Charles Bridge
Jerusalem Synagogue
Pevnost Terezín
Kreuzenstein Castle
Melk Abbey
Würzburger Cathedral
Prague Astronomical Clock
Schönbrunn Palace
Burgplatz
Prague Castle
Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
Prater
St. Stephen's CathedralDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Prague
- Prague - Arrival day
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Welcome to Prague! Upon your arrival at the airport, you'll be transferred to your hotel located in the city's historic centre. In the evening, meet your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Prague
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- Old Town Square
- Charles Bridge
- Prague Castle
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Begin your exploration of Prague with a tour of the World Heritage-listed Old Town. Cross the Vltava River to visit the world's largest castle complex, Prague Castle. Wander across the iconic Charles Bridge and arrive in Prague's Old Market Square. Spend the rest of the day discovering the city at your own pace.
Day 3 – Day 3: Free Day in Prague
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- Jerusalem Synagogue
- Prague Astronomical Clock
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Enjoy a day at leisure in Prague. You might want to visit the Jewish Quarter, a hub of Semitic history, or capture the beauty of the Astronomical Clock in the Old Town Square. In the evening, consider enhancing your journey with a traditional Czech Folklore Dinner and show.
Day 4 – Day 4: Prague to Budapest
- Prague
- Budapest
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Bid farewell to Prague after breakfast and board your coach to Budapest. Upon arrival, board your river ship and enjoy a Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers in the evening.
Day 5 – Day 5: Discovering Budapest
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Wake up to the enchanting views of Budapest. Disembark and join a local guide to learn about the city's vibrant history and visit its impressive sights. In the evening, return to your ship for a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner as you cruise.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vienna Sightseeing
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- Schönbrunn Palace
- Prater
- St. Stephen's Cathedral
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Experience the elegance of Vienna as you drive around the Ringstrasse, taking in the city's most famous buildings. A walking tour in the city centre will introduce you to sights such as St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, and Hofburg Palace. In the evening, you may choose to attend an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to 'The Sound of Music'.
Day 7 – Day 7: Free Day in Vienna or Optional Excursion to Bratislava
- Vienna
- Bratislava
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- Hofburg Palace
- Kreuzenstein Castle
- Schönbrunn Palace
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Enjoy a day at leisure in Vienna. Explore the Hofburg area, stroll along Karntnerstrasse, the city's famous shopping strip, or embark on an optional excursion to Schonbrunn Palace. Alternatively, you may choose to visit the former soviet city of Bratislava.
Day 8 – Day 8: Durnstein and Melk
- Dürnstein
- Melk
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- Wachau
- Melk Abbey
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Cruise to Durnstein, a town overlooked by the ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned in the 12th century. Spend the morning exploring the town's cobbled streets and taverns. Later, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley and dock in Melk to tour the Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.
Day 9 – Day 9: Optional Excursions to Cesky Krumlov or Salzburg, or Sailing Day to Passau
- Passau
- Český Krumlov
- Hallein
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- Salzburg Cathedral
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Today, you have the option to join a tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic or visit Salzburg and enjoy the sights from 'The Sound of Music'. Alternatively, you can choose to enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Passau.
Day 10 – Day 10: Regensburg
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Continue along the Danube River to Regensburg, located in the southern region of the Bavarian Forest. Here, take a guided walking tour through the historic streets, medieval buildings, and cultural sites.
Day 11 – Day 11: Nuremberg
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- Imperial Castle of Nuremberg
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Arrive in Nuremberg, the site of Hitler's infamous rallies during World War II. Take a city tour in the afternoon, which includes sights such as the Zeppelin Field and Palace of Justice.
Day 12 – Day 12: Bamberg
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Today, you'll visit Bamberg, one of the few German cities that wasn't destroyed during World War II. Gain great insight into the city's history during a locally guided tour.
Day 13 – Day 13: Wurzburg and Optional Visit to Rothenburg
Day 13: Wurzburg and Optional Visit to Rothenburg
- Würzburg Residence
- Würzburger Cathedral
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Today, you'll visit Wurzburg, a city nestled among vineyards. Admire the magnificent baroque palace, the Wurzburg Residence, and take a stroll through Wurzburg Court Garden. Later, you may choose to visit the medieval town of Rothenburg, a true fairytale town.
Day 14 – Day 14: Miltenberg
Day 14: Miltenberg
Discover Miltenberg today, exploring this well-preserved town's half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th to 18th century. Return to your ship and enjoy time at leisure. As the sun sets, watch the lights of medieval towns slip past as you cruise through the night.
Day 15 – Day 15: Rudesheim and Rhine Gorge
Day 15: Rudesheim and 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 to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Later, return to your ship and encounter the spectacular Rhine Gorge.
Day 16 – Day 16: Cologne and Bruhl
- Cologne
- Brühl
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- Burgplatz
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Disembark your ship in Cologne and drive to the town of Bruhl for your Insider Experience. Later, return to Cologne for some free time.
Day 17 – Day 17: Amsterdam
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Amsterdam's network of canals are a sight to behold. Dock in the city's heart and board a glass-top boat to discover its views. Back on land, enjoy some free time before a Farewell Dinner on board.
Day 18 – Day 18: Departure from Amsterdam
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After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. This marks the end of your unforgettable journey through Europe.
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