Day 1 - Tuesday - Aug 12, 2025
Welcome to Holland. Your Suite Ship is Ready for Boarding. Flights into Amsterdam must arrive by 3:30 pm. Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm. During tulip season, you may take a Guided Optional Excursion to the gardens at Keukenhof-with more than seven million tulips, daffodils, and hyacinths as well as other bulbs, planted each year. Outside of tulip season, consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to Zaanse Schans to see historic windmills and charming Dutch houses. Spend free time exploring the colorful streets, bridges, and canals of Amsterdam-with its many cafes and art galleries. (Dinner)
Day 2 - Wednesday - Aug 13, 2025
Canals of Colorful Amsterdam. This afternoon, choose among the Guided Optional Excursions available. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3 - Thursday - Aug 14, 2025
Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland. Join your Adventure Host for today's special activities. Don't miss the chance to enjoy free time over a glass of Kolsch pale lager-locally brewed for over 100 years! This evening, enjoy live entertainment onboard your ship. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4 - Friday - Aug 15, 2025
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country. En route to Rudesheim, sail through the Rhine Gorge, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water, and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei-where the mythological siren's songs lured ill-fated sailors. Later, local musicians will join us on board for live entertainment. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5 - Saturday - Aug 16, 2025
Beauty on the Main River. Ask about today's energizing or relaxing Adventure Host activities. Spend free time riding a bike through the beautiful villages on the Main River shores. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6 - Sunday - Aug 17, 2025
A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road. Enjoy the city on your own or visit a local winery. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7 - Monday - Aug 18, 2025
Storybook Settings. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Rothenburg. See the local sights and enjoy the fairytale atmosphere that has inspired artists. Sail to Volkach and get ready for your afternoon activity. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8 - Tuesday - Aug 19, 2025
The City of Seven Hills. Later, enjoy live entertainment performance while sailing this evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9 - Wednesday - Aug 20, 2025
Legends and History Lessons. Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10 - Thursday - Aug 21, 2025
Bavaria's Medieval Miracle. You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg. Alternatively, spend a free afternoon exploring Regensburg on foot or by bike through its charming streets. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11 - Friday - Aug 22, 2025
Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet. You may join a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg, the city of Mozart, or a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov. Alternatively, cruise to the lovely town of Linz. LINZ, AUSTRIA: Legendary, Lovely Linz. This evening, feel free to explore Linz on your own. Later, enjoy live entertainment onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 12 - Saturday - Aug 23, 2025
Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below. Enjoy a coffee or cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to wonderful Vienna this afternoon. VIENNA: Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube. Consider joining a Guided Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert in an elegant hall this evening. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 13 - Sunday - Aug 24, 2025
Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions. Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schonbrunn Palace-summer home of the Habsburg family or choose a Guided Optional Excursion to fascinating Bratislava. Consider a tram ride to Vienna's Prater amusement park or to one of the many museums nearby. Later, enjoy live entertainment as you sail to Budapest. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 14 - Monday - Aug 25, 2025
The Pearl of the Danube. This afternoon, choose among the Optional Guided Excursions available or enjoy Budapest on your own. Indulge in a piece of cream cake in one of the many cafes. Consider a scenic hike above the Danube. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 15 - Tuesday - Aug 26, 2025
Your cruise ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)