Sail the picturesque Rhine River and explore a region celebrated for its history and charm. The Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is lined with castles, cathedrals and vineyard-laden hills. In Alsace, French and German traditions intertwine, creating a cultural tapestry renowned for its cuisine and architecture. History and innovation are revealed at Kinderdijk, where the Netherlands’s iconic windmills stand as symbols of Dutch ingenuity.
Price Per Night: $499.86 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley, Krems, Vienna, Budapest, Scenic Sailing: Danube Bend, Budapest
Discover grand cities, medieval towns and quaint villages along the "Blue Danube," highlighting three countries: Hungary, Austria and Germany. Stroll among the stalls at Budapest’s Christmas market and immerse yourself in the cheerful atmosphere of Vienna as you shop for handmade decorations. Visit the fairy-tale village of Regensburg, one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, and delight in the city’s joyful festivities.
Price Per Night: $614.14 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley, Krems, Vienna, Budapest, Scenic Sailing: Danube Bend, Budapest
Discover grand cities, medieval towns and quaint villages along the "Blue Danube," highlighting three countries: Hungary, Austria and Germany. Stroll among the stalls at Budapest’s Christmas market and immerse yourself in the cheerful atmosphere of Vienna as you shop for handmade decorations. Visit the fairy-tale village of Regensburg, one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, and delight in the city’s joyful festivities.
Price Per Night: $392.79 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Budapest, Vienna, Melk, Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Scenic Sailing: Main-Danube Canal, Bamberg, Würzburg, Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart, Wertheim, Koblenz, Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine, Cologne, Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede, Kinderdijk, Amsterdam
Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and ponder Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.
Price Per Night: $319.90 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart, Marktheidenfeld, Frankfurt, Baden-Baden, Strasbourg, Breisach, Basel
Sail through southern Germany and explore neighboring regions in Switzerland and France. Visit Basel, considered the Swiss capital of culture with its charming old town steeped in tradition. Sample flavors of the Alsace region, explore Frankfurt, one of Europe’s high-powered business hubs, and visit lesser-known historic towns in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria. Turreted castles and a fascinating history exude a rich tapestry of medieval charm.