Rhine & Danube Symphony (Passau - Cologne)





Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day European river cruise from Passau to Cologne. This multi-day tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty. From medieval towns and UNESCO World Heritage sites to exquisite wine tastings and traditional Bavarian festivities, each day promises unique experiences. Enjoy guided tours, onboard talks, and themed dinners while cruising through some of Germany's most picturesque landscapes. With comfortable accommodations on the AMADEUS vessel and a variety of activities, this tour is designed to provide a rich and immersive travel experience.
Included
Gourmet full board, consisting of breakfast buffet, multi-course lunch and dinner with choice of menu (incl. country-specific specialties and fresh ingredients from the regions visited), afternoon tea and midnight snack
Quality red/white wines from the best wine regions in Europe with dinner
Coffee and tea after lunch and dinner on board
Tea and coffee station around the clock
Welcome cocktail, welcome dinner and captain's gala dinner
Amadeus Brilliant
Luxurious accommodation in an outside cabin of your choice with river view: Spacious suites and cabins on the Mozart deck and Strauss deck with French balcony (floor-to-ceiling panoramic sliding glass door)
Individually adjustable air conditioning
Bed configuration of your choice in all cabin types
Personal service from an experienced, German-speaking AMADEUS cruise leader (onboard languages German and English)
Stimulating and varied on-board program with exciting lectures, cooking demonstrations, regional cultural performances and musical entertainment by our on-board musicians
Fitness room open around the clock with modern training equipment
Free bike rental on board for active tours on your own
Wireless AMADEUS audio system for all guided excursions
All port taxes, lock, embarkation and disembarkation fees
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Passau
- Passau - Arrival day
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- Veste Oberhaus
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Begin your enchanting 8-day European cruise in the picturesque city of Passau. After embarkation, mingle with fellow travelers over a delightful Welcome Cocktail, followed by a sumptuous Welcome Dinner.
Day 2 – Day 2: Regensburg
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- Historisches Museum Regensburg
- Weltenburg Abbey
- Thon-Dittmer-Palais
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Arrive in the well-preserved medieval city of Regensburg. Take a morning tour to soak in the historic ambiance, including a 12th-century bridge. In the afternoon, choose between visiting the ancient Weltenburg Abbey or exploring the Thurn and Taxis Palace, complete with a traditional brewery tour and beer tasting.
Day 3 – Day 3: Nuremberg
- Nuremberg
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- Ellinger Tor
- Römische Thermen
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Spend a relaxing morning on board before arriving in Nuremberg. Discover the city's rich history and culture on a guided tour, including the romantic Old Town. In the evening, enjoy a Bavarian-themed dinner with regional delicacies and live traditional music as the vessel departs Nuremberg.
Day 4 – Day 4: Bamberg
- Bamberg
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- Baumwipfelpfad Steigerwald
- Monster Park
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Arrive in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site of Bamberg. Explore the medieval town's historic buildings and Baroque facades on a guided walking tour. Back on board, learn about the significance of the Main-Danube canal during an onboard talk as your ship continues along the Main River.
Day 5 – Day 5: Würzburg
Day 5: Würzburg
- Rothenburger Tor
- Ring Park
- Regentenbau
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Spend the day in Würzburg, known for its Baroque and Rococo architecture. Enjoy a city tour, including a visit to the Residenz palace and a wine tasting in an ancient wine cellar. In the afternoon, explore the timeless charm of Rothenburg ob der Tauber with its unchanged medieval towers and city gates.
Day 6 – Day 6: Wertheim and Miltenberg
Day 6: Wertheim and Miltenberg
- Lower Franconian Museum
- Falcon House
- Nilkheimer Park
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Explore the charming towns of Wertheim and Miltenberg. Begin with a walking tour in Wertheim, known for its medieval streets and unique glass museum. Continue to Miltenberg to admire the 16th and 17th-century timberframe houses and stroll through the cobblestone alleys.
Day 7 – Day 7: Rüdesheim
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- Gutenberg Museum
- Roseninsel
- Welterbe Kulturlandschaft Oberes Mittelrheintal
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Arrive in the romantic winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Discover its rich history on a morning walking tour and visit the Music Cabinet Museum. Alternatively, take a tram ride on the 'Wine Express' through the vineyards and taste Asbach Brandy. Stroll along the historic Drosselgasse before enjoying the scenic cruise down the Rhine to Cologne. Celebrate your journey at the Captain's Gala Dinner.
Day 8 – Day 8: Cologne
- Cologne - Departure day
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Arrive in the cathedral city of Cologne shortly after midnight. After a hearty breakfast, bid farewell to the AMADEUS crew and disembark, taking with you unforgettable memories of your European river cruise.
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