Iconic Rivers of Europe - the Rhine, Main & Danube with 1 Night in Bucharest and 2 Nights in Transylvania 2025

Arrive in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, where your luxurious Suite Ship awaits. After settling in, explore the city’s iconic canals, charming cafes, and art galleries. During tulip season, consider a visit to the breathtaking Keukenhof Gardens, or explore the historic windmills at Zaanse Schans. Enjoy a delightful dinner onboard as you dock overnight in Amsterdam.

Discover the hidden gems of Amsterdam with a guided walking tour through its cobblestone streets or enjoy a canal cruise past the city’s stately homes. In the afternoon, choose from a variety of optional excursions before setting sail for Cologne. Relish in a sumptuous breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard as you cruise overnight to your next destination.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Cologne with a guided walking tour of its Jewish heritage sites or explore the Old City and its iconic Gothic cathedral. Enjoy a bike ride like a local or savor a glass of Kölsch lager. In the evening, enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise overnight to Rüdesheim.

Explore the medieval charm of Miltenberg with a guided walking tour of its half-timbered homes and Germany’s oldest inn. Spend your free time cycling through the picturesque villages along the Main River. Enjoy a delightful breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard as you cruise to Würzburg for an overnight stay.

Delve into the rich history of Würzburg with a guided sightseeing tour, featuring the Old Main Bridge, the imposing fortress, and the baroque Bishop’s Residenz with its magnificent ceiling fresco. Spend the afternoon exploring the city at your leisure or visit a local winery. Enjoy a restful overnight docking in Würzburg.

Experience the enchanting town of Volkach with a guided walking tour of its half-timbered houses and cobblestone streets. Alternatively, enjoy a bike ride along the Main Danube Canal. In the afternoon, sail to Bamberg, where you will dock overnight. Relish in a delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard.

Explore the historic city of Bamberg with a guided walking tour, featuring its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and the seven hills crowned with churches. Alternatively, enjoy a bike ride along the canals. Attend an onboard lecture about European history and culture before enjoying live entertainment as you cruise to Roth.

Discover the Bavarian town of Roth with a guided tour of its half-timbered houses, market square, and Schloss Ratibor. Alternatively, explore Nuremberg’s medieval architecture, including the Kaiserburg Castle and the historic Rally Grounds. Attend an onboard lecture about the Main-Danube Canal before cruising to Regensburg.

Explore the medieval wonders of Regensburg with a guided city walk, featuring the Altes Rathaus and Porta Pretoria. Alternatively, enjoy a bike ride to Walhalla or join an optional excursion to the Weltenburg Monastery. Spend the evening cruising to Passau, enjoying breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard.

Discover the beauty of Passau, the 'City of Three Rivers,' with a guided city walk. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg or Cesky Krumlov, or cruise to Linz. In the evening, explore Linz at your leisure and enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise to Melk.

Explore the stunning Melk Abbey with its frescoed ceilings and ornate pipe organ. Enjoy a walk along the Danube River or relax with a coffee on the Sky Deck as you sail through the Wachau Valley to Vienna. Consider attending a Royal Waltz Concert in the evening.

Explore Vienna’s rich history with a guided city tour of its gilded landmarks, including the Imperial Palace and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Consider visiting Schönbrunn Palace or Bratislava. Enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise to Budapest, indulging in breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Discover the beauty of Budapest with a guided city sightseeing tour, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. Spend the afternoon exploring the city on your own or join an optional excursion. Enjoy a scenic hike above the Danube or indulge in a piece of cream cake at a local café.

Spend your day exploring Budapest at your leisure. Shop at the Great Market Hall, take photos on the Royal Palace grounds, or visit the famous thermal bath spas. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard as you prepare for your next adventure.

Explore the rich heritage and culture of Vukovar with a guided walking tour, followed by a beer tasting. Enjoy a brief cruise to Ilok, where you can discover its 1,000-year-old winemaking traditions and medieval fortress. Savor a wine tasting in a local cellar before docking overnight in Novi Sad.

Discover the 'Athens of Serbia' with a guided tour of Novi Sad, featuring its Austro-Hungarian old town and Petrovaradin Fortress. Alternatively, enjoy a guided hike or learn about beekeeping at the Honey Museum. Enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise to Belgrade.

Explore the vibrant city of Belgrade with a guided sightseeing tour, featuring the convergence of the Danube and Sava Rivers and the impressive Saint Sava Church. Spend your free time exploring Knez Mihailova Street or join an optional excursion. Enjoy an onboard lecture about the Balkan states before cruising to Golubac.

Visit the well-preserved Golubac Fortress or explore the Mesolithic archaeological site of Lepenski Vir. Sail through the dramatic Iron Gates Gorge, a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard as you cruise to Vidin.

Explore the remarkable Baba Vida Fortress and the stunning Belogradchik Rocks. Alternatively, discover the rich history of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard as you cruise to Rousse.

Explore Rousse’s old town by bike or join a full-day guided tour to Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria’s former capital. Discover the ancient town of Arbanassi or enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Rousse, featuring the impressive Holy Trinity Church. Enjoy live entertainment onboard as you cruise to Oltenita.

Disembark your ship and transfer to Bucharest for a guided tour of Romania’s capital, featuring the Arc de Triomphe and Royal Palace Square. After the tour, drive to Brasov for an overnight stay, enjoying breakfast and dinner.

Enjoy a guided tour of Brasov, admiring its gothic, baroque, and renaissance architecture. In the evening, visit the legendary Bran Castle, home of Dracula lore, followed by a dinner in this iconic location. Relish in breakfast and lunch as you explore this fascinating region.

Visit the stunning Peles Castle, the former summer residence of Romania’s royal family. Enjoy a local lunch as you drive through the Carpathians to Bucharest. Spend your afternoon exploring the city’s trendy shops, cafes, and museums along Victory Avenue.

Conclude your extraordinary journey with a delightful breakfast in Bucharest. Reflect on the unforgettable experiences and breathtaking sights you’ve encountered throughout this remarkable multi-day tour.