German Riverscapes from Passau to Trier (Passau - Trier)

Conditional cancellation
24/7 customer support
Best price guarantee

Description

Summary

Starts
Passau
Duration
9 days
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy

Description

Embark on a captivating 9-day European cruise, starting from the picturesque city of Passau and winding through some of the most enchanting towns and cities of Germany. This multi-day tour offers a unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, with visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval towns, and stunning landscapes. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow travelers, savor delicious meals, and immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the destinations. From the historic architecture of Regensburg to the romantic old town of Nuremberg, the medieval charm of Bamberg, and the lush vineyards of the Moselle Valley, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of Europe.

Read more

Included

Gourmet dining featuring breakfast, multi-course lunches and dinners with menu choices (including vegetarian options), afternoon tea and late-night snack

Free-flowing hand-selected wines from the best wine regions of Europe served with dinner on board

Coffee and tea available 24 hours a day in the Amadeus Club

Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner

Read more

MS Amadeus Brilliant

Read more

Luxury accommodation in an outside river-view stateroom of your choice: Spacious Mozart Suites with a walk-out balcony, stateroom cabins on Mozart and Strauss Decks with drop-down Panorama Retractable Windows offering a wide-open view (except Amadeus Brilliant)

Individual climate control and in-room safe

Choice of bed configuration in all categories (double or twin bedding)

Read more

Personalized service of an experienced, multilingual AMADEUS Cruise Director

Read more

AMADEUS digital audio system for all guided excursions

Variety of enriching onboard programs, including fascinating lectures, cooking demonstrations, local cultural performances, and music by our onboard musicians

Complimentary use of onboard bicycles for independent exploration

Onboard fitness center open 24 hours a day

All port taxes, embarkation, disembarkation and lock fees included in your cruise fare

Read more

Map

Attractions

Nuremberg Castle aerial panoramic view. Castle located in the historical center of Nuremberg city in Bavaria, Germany.Imperial Castle of Nuremberg
Weltenburg Abbey
Würzburg Residence, Würzburg Altstadt, Würzburg, Bavaria, GermanyWürzburg Residence
Thon-Dittmer-PalaisThon-Dittmer-Palais
Marienberg FortressMarienberg Fortress

Daily Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 – Day 1: Welcome to Passau

  • Passau - Arrival day
  • More

Begin your European adventure in the charming city of Passau. After settling in, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Cocktail, followed by a sumptuous Welcome Dinner.

Read more
Day 2

Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Regensburg

  • Regensburg
  • More
  • Weltenburg Abbey
  • Thon-Dittmer-Palais
  • More

Arrive in Regensburg, one of Germany's best-preserved medieval towns and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Embark on a morning walking tour to admire the city's rich architecture. In the afternoon, choose between a visit to the 600-year-old Weltenburg Abbey on the Danube's banks or a trip to the 18th-century Thurn and Taxis Palace, complete with a traditional brewery visit and tasting.

Read more
Day 3

Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Nuremberg

  • Nuremberg
  • More
  • Imperial Castle of Nuremberg
  • More

Spend your afternoon exploring Nuremberg, either independently or as part of a guided city tour. Walk through the city's romantic old town, restored after World War II, and pass by the Palace of Justice, the venue of the Nuremberg trials. After returning to your ship, enjoy a special Bavarian evening on board.

Read more
Day 4

Day 4 – Day 4: Unveiling Bamberg

  • Bamberg
  • More

Arrive in the Imperial town of Bamberg during breakfast. This medieval town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has retained its historic buildings and Baroque facades. Join a walking tour to learn about the city's history and admire the seven hills of Bamberg, each topped with a beautiful church. After rejoining your vessel, enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruise and a presentation about the Main-Danube Canal.

Read more
Day 5

Day 5 – Day 5: Ochsenfurt and Würzburg

Day 5: Ochsenfurt and Würzburg

  • Würzburg Residence
  • More

Start your day in Ochsenfurt, your gateway to two exciting morning excursions. Travel by bus to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a well-preserved medieval town. After your tour, join the vessel for lunch in Würzburg, a Bavarian town known for its Baroque and Rococo architecture. Explore the city on your own or join a guided walking tour, which includes a visit to the Residence and a wine tasting in a local vineyard's ancient wine cellar.

Read more
Day 6

Day 6 – Day 6: Wertheim and Miltenberg

Day 6: Wertheim and Miltenberg

  • Marienberg Fortress
  • More

Join the morning excursion to Wertheim and Miltenberg, two towns known for their architecture and museums. Begin with a walking tour in Wertheim, exploring its medieval streets and unique glass museum. In Miltenberg, see the timber-framed houses dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. Rejoin your vessel at lunchtime and spend the afternoon relaxing on board, cruising the Main River.

Read more
Day 7

Day 7 – Day 7: Oberwesel and Koblenz

Day 7: Oberwesel and Koblenz

After breakfast, dock in Oberwesel, the 'City of Towers', and discover it during a morning walking tour. In the afternoon, capture the beauty of the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, filled with castles, historic towns, and vineyards. In the late afternoon, take part in a walking tour of the 2,000-year-old city of Koblenz.

Read more
Day 8

Day 8 – Day 8: Cochem and Moselle Valley

  • Cochem
  • More

Your vessel departs Koblenz early in the morning for a panoramic cruise to Cochem. After lunch, explore Cochem's narrow streets, winding alleyways, quaint churches, and medieval town gates, as well as Reichsburg castle. Alternatively, visit a local winery and taste the famous Moselle wines. The day concludes with the Captain's Gala Dinner.

Read more
Day 9

Day 9 – Day 9: Farewell

  • Trier
  • Cochem - Departure day
  • More

Enjoy a final breakfast on board before disembarking. The entire crew thanks you for your patronage and wishes you a safe journey home.

Read more

Verified reviews

Similar tours

Link to appstore phone
Install Europe’s biggest travel app

Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place

Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.