Ultimate European Journey (2025) (Amsterdam to Bucharest, 2025)

Welcome to Amsterdam! Upon your arrival at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, you'll be greeted by a representative and transferred to your ship. Settle in and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.

Today, you'll visit the town of Wertheim, known for its pretzels and wine. Meet one of Germany's best pretzel makers and the owner of a historic wine estate. Alternatively, if you're up for some physical activity, you can opt for a scenic bike ride.

Step into a fairytale version of the Middle Ages in Rothenburg and visit a medieval castle that's been described as a miniature Versailles. Spend a relaxing day onboard as your ship sails along the Main River from Würzburg to Bamberg, passing delightful villages and romantic castle ruins.

Your floating boutique hotel takes you to Bamberg today, a well-preserved town that offers a fascinating glimpse of medieval times. Explore the city on foot or opt to head deeper into the Franconian countryside to experience an authentic slice of rural life, including a tractor ride.

Today, you'll visit Bavaria's first capital, Regensburg. Discover how the beautifully preserved medieval city coexists with a vibrant modern urban center. You can choose to explore the city on foot or visit a local farm to learn about the process of beer making.

Located at the confluence of three rivers—the Danube, Inn, and Ilz—Passau is well known for its ornate baroque cathedral. Today, you'll explore this well-preserved city on a walking tour. Alternatively, you can opt for a bicycle ride along the Inn River.

Spend another day exploring the dynamic and multifaceted city of Budapest. You can see it from a local’s perspective on a walking tour, or cover more ground with a panoramic tour. Budapest offers an enchanting combination of East and West.

Welcome to Croatia! This ancient country, which has made a remarkable recovery from a brutal civil war, is noted for its beautiful countryside and thriving folk traditions, as well as simple, delicious local rustic food. You can choose to visit the Vučedol Culture Museum and enjoy lunch at a family restaurant or a home-hosted lunch.

Belgrade, the modern-day capital of Serbia, is one of Europe’s oldest cities, dating back some 7,000 years. Signs of its tumultuous history are visible everywhere, juxtaposed with the city’s vibrant modern-day present. Choose between a city tour with a visit to the Royal Grounds of Karadjordjevic Dynasty Palace or a fun 'I Bike Belgrade' tour.

Bulgaria’s foremost Danube port, Ruse is sometimes called 'Little Vienna' for its elegant 19th-century mansions and public buildings. Today, you can choose to visit Veliko Tarnovo and Arbanassi with an authentic Bulgarian lunch or opt for a Ruse walking tour with visits to Ivanovo and Basarbovo Monasteries.

This morning, you'll disembark the ship in Giurgiu and drive through the countryside to Bucharest, where you'll enjoy a panoramic city tour and a visit to People’s Palace. Tonight, you'll relax in the comfort of a luxury hotel located in the heart of the city, Romania’s capital and its cultural and economic center.

Get to know the bustling heart of Romania’s capital city with a full day to explore Bucharest on your own. Discover its vibrant streets, visit its beautiful parks, or indulge in some shopping.

Check out of your hotel this morning. You'll be transferred to Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport for your flight home, marking the end of your unforgettable journey through Europe.