Tour begins: 5 PM, Budapest. A transfer is included from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport or Budapest Keleti Railway Station directly to your riverboat, docked right in the heart of Budapest. Tauck's two-week Danube, Main, and Rhine River cruise begins with a welcome toast followed by dinner aboard ship tonight. ... Read More
Standing on opposite banks of the Danube, Budapest's two distinct sections - Buda and Pest - were once independent cities that were linked together in the mid-19th century by the construction of the Chain Bridge to become a single city, today Hungary's capital. Explore both sides of the city on a guided tour featuring a mix of architectural masterpieces and monuments including Heroes' Square, dominated by statues of leaders from Hungarian history and surrounded by museums and stately embassy buildings; the Gothic-Revival home of the Hungarian Parliament, an iconic feature of the Budapest skyline along the Danube; Fisherman's Bastion, standing watch over the river; and the bustling Covered Market, a showcase of Hungarian specialties, from food to crafts. Spend the afternoon cruising past picturesque landscapes along the Danube en route to Slovakia and join a welcome reception followed by dinner tonight. ... Read More
An ancient city with a modern pulse, Slovakia's dynamic capital is home to an Old Town brimming with life - and devoid of cars - along with one of the youngest populations of any city in Europe today. Our local expert shares insider anecdotes about Bratislava before we join a walking tour of the cobblestoned city center, the perfect place for ambling. Seventeen centuries of Slovak history are eloquently chronicled in its 13th-century Old Town Hall, Baroque Habsburg-era palaces, the Opera House, Slovak Philharmonic Hall, and St. Martin's Cathedral, site of the coronation of many Hungarian royals. Cruise this afternoon to Vienna, enjoying the passing scenery and shipboard activities. Tonight, nothing quite compares to the royal treatment you'll experience at a Tauck Exclusive - our private evening in the Palais Ferstel, a 19th-century palace in the heart of the city. Welcome champagne precedes dinner and a live musical performance. ... Read More
Wake up in Vienna, evoking quintessential images of Old World Europe. Sightseeing today includes your choice of guided visits to the Habsburgs' illustrious Schonbrunn Palace, an architectural masterpiece and Austrian cultural treasure, or a tour of the Hofburg - another former Habsburg royal palace that today is Austria's official presidential residence - including the Sisi Museum and the Imperial Apartments. Spend the remainder of the day as you please in Vienna. ... Read More
Thursday - Oct 23, 2025
Day 5
Durnstein, Austria
Melk, Austria
Go ashore in Durnstein this morning for a choice of activities. You can either go for a walk through the village with your Tauck director followed, if you like, by a hike to the hilltop ruins of Kuenringerburg - the castle where England's King Richard the Lionheart was held for ransom during the Crusades - or take a bicycle ride in the vineyard-covered Wachau Valley. Later, cruise to Melk for a guided visit to its 900-year-old Benedictine abbey; both its Baroque architecture and river views impress. Return to your riverboat late afternoon; onboard ship tonight, you'll be entertained by a talented musical group. ... Read More
Friday - Oct 24, 2025
Day 6
Passau, Germany
Bus Travel
Salzburg, Austria
Bus Travel
Passau, Germany
After crossing the border from Austria to Germany, dock in the Bavarian town of Passau, which lies on the Danube and Inn rivers and whose history dates back to the days of the Roman empire. Today, you have the choice of a walking tour revealing the Baroque treasures of this lovely riverside town, known for its stained glass and its many churches - including St. Stephan's Cathedral, home to the largest pipe organ outside of the U.S., and the biggest cathedral organ in the world (inside cathedral visit may not be available on all departures); a cycling excursion around Passau, suitable for more experienced riders; or a full-day excursion to the lovely Austrian city of Salzburg, birthplace of W. A. Mozart (and setting of The Sound of Music). This evening, your riverboat departs Passau and continues on to Regensburg. ... Read More
Saturday - Oct 25, 2025
Day 7
Regensburg, Germany
With its roots as a Roman encampment on the Danube, the quintessential Bavarian town of Regensburg is home to more than 1,400 original historic buildings. Walking here is a delight and is the only way to view the sights up-close. A local guide will lead the way as you see the town's 12th-century Steinerne Brucke (Germany's oldest surviving stone bridge), the 15th-century Altes Rathaus (Town Hall, once the seat of the Imperial Diet), towering Dom St. Peter, and the remains of the Roman wall; Visit the princely house of Thurn und Taxis on a guided tour. This afternoon, choose among free time in Regensburg, a leisurely afternoon aboard ship, or a bicycle ride along the river to Kelheim. ... Read More
Sunday - Oct 26, 2025
Day 8
Cruising Danube Canal, Austria
Nuremberg, Germany
Today, your riverboat negotiates the Main-Danube Canal, which ultimately links the North Sea with the Black Sea; learn about the canal's history from a local expert during your transit. The idea goes back as far as Charlemagne, but wasn't realized until the canal's completion in the 1990s; pass through 16 locks as the waterway traverses the mountains. After lunch on the riverboat, arrive in historic Nurnberg for a walking tour through Nurnberg's medieval ramparts to the Imperial Castle and the old city; view the Courthouse and other sites associated with World War II and its aftermath. Have dinner aboard the riverboat this evening. You'll have some free time in the city before the riverboat charts its course once again. ... Read More
Monday - Oct 27, 2025
Day 9
Bamberg, Germany
Perched atop seven hills, Bamberg is home to a magnificent four-towered Romanesque cathedral from the 13th century; see it along with more of this charming medieval city's unique architecture and colorful gardens, when you choose between a walking tour of Old Town with your Tauck director or a bicycle ride through town. ... Read More
Tuesday - Oct 28, 2025
Day 10
Wurzburg, Germany
Bus Travel
Rothenburg, Germany
Bus Travel
Wurzburg, Germany
Dock late morning in charming Wurzburg. Upon arrival, visit the town's 18th-century Residenz - a lavish Baroque palace where the town's prince bishops once lived, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - and sample some excellent Franconian wines in the wine cellar (Hofkeller). Then you'll have two choices of sightseeing. On one, explore Wurzburg's Old Town with a local guide, tour more of the Residenz, see the ornate Alte Mainbrucke (a bridge over the River Main), and spend some time on your own. Alternatively, depart on an excursion to the nearby town of Rothenburg; nestled on Germany's "Romantic Road", it lives up to its reputation as Europe's "most perfect fairy-tale town". View its Gothic cathedral, towered walls, and gabled houses on a walking tour, followed by time at leisure. Spend the evening aboard the riverboat following an early evening departure. ... Read More
Wednesday - Oct 29, 2025
Day 11
Cruising the Main River, Germany
It is no wonder that river cruising was the favored pastime of royalty throughout the centuries... and you'll revel in the experience on a full day cruise along the picturesque Main. Fortified towns with towering cathedrals dot the lush landscapes along the riverbank... and you'll take pleasure in all that you'll see, learn, and savor today. Perhaps you'll visit the spa... or the fitness center... practice your putting on the putting green... or savor a little quiet time in the plunge pool... ... Read More
Thursday - Oct 30, 2025
Day 12
Rudesheim, Germany
Rhine Gorge, Germany
Relax and enjoy your riverboat's amenities as you cruise along the Main River, as it transforms into the Rhine River, to the wine-making town of Rudesheim, part of the Rhine Gorge UNESCO World Heritage Site. Ride a mini train or walk to lunch in town, followed by either a visit to Siegfried's Mechanisches Musikkabinett - an eclectic museum displaying one of the world's largest collections of mechanical musical instruments in a centuries-old castle - or a bicycle excursion along the river. This afternoon, your Budapest to Amsterdam river cruise meanders through the scenic Lorelei Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, en route to Koln (Cologne). ... Read More
Friday - Oct 31, 2025
Day 13
Cologne, Germany
First up today - a morning visit to Koln (Cologne). Originally founded by the Romans, it is one of the oldest settlements in Germany. Your choices today include a leisurely guided tour of the city or an active walking tour, followed by free time; a visit inside the city's great twin-spired Gothic cathedral, Kolner Dom, is included (subject to availability). Return to the riverboat to sail to Amsterdam; your day concludes with the Chef's signature dinner onboard in the Compass Rose. ... Read More
Enjoy a tour of Amsterdam this morning that includes a guided visit to the amazing Rijksmuseum where artwork by the Old Dutch Masters includes Rembrandt's The Night Watch, along with masterpieces by Vermeer and more. Hop aboard a canal boat for a luncheon cruise along its 17th-century grachten (canals), gliding beneath curved bridges and past stately merchant homes. Return to the riverboat in the afternoon; aboard the ship, join a farewell toast and dinner. ... Read More
Tour ends: Amsterdam. Disembark in Amsterdam; a transfer is included from the riverboat to Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport or Central Station. Allow three hours for departure flight check-in. A transfer will also be provided to the airport for guests enjoying a stay at Tauck's selected Amsterdam hotel following their cruise. ... Read More
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