Spend 3 nights in Prague, followed by a legendary 7-night cruise from Nuremberg to Budapest

1. Day 1
   Wed, Nov 17, 2027

   ARRIVE IN PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. Arrive in Prague and transfer to your hotel.
2. Day 2
   Thu, Nov 18, 2027

   PRAGUE. Discover fairytale Prague via a city touror a hike. Both will reveal why Prague is considered oneof Europe'''s most attractive and vibrant cities, with ahistoric city center that'''s recognized as a UNESCO WorldHeritage Site. See all the key highlights, including theNational Museum, Wenceslas Square, the 1,000-year-oldPrague Castle and Old Market Square, home to theAstronomical Clock. (B)
3. Day 3
   Fri, Nov 19, 2027

   PRAGUE. Enjoy uninterrupted time to explore Prague and its many museums and landmarks at your leisure. Visit such sites as St. Vitus Cathedral, the Gothic resting place of numerous saints, or the Franz Kafka Museum, which houses first editions of several of the prolific author'''s works. You may also see the historic fort Vy''ehrad, explore the natural science and history collections at the N''rodn'' Museum or travel back through Jewish history at the Holocaust memorial in the former ghetto at Josefov. (B)
4. Day 4
   Sat, Nov 20, 2027

   PRAGUE ''' PILZEN, GERMANY ''' EMBARKATION ''' NUREMBERG. Depart from Prague via motorcoach and enjoy a stop in Pilzen. After a local highlights tour, drive to Nuremberg where you will board your ship. (B,D)
5. Day 5
   Sun, Nov 21, 2027

   NUREMBERG, GERMANY. You have three choices of excursionswhile in Nuremberg. Enjoy a guided tour throughNuremberg'''s beautiful medieval city, showcasing theImperial Castle, famous town wall and the legendaryfountain of the Market Square. Or turn back the pages of adarker history with a guided tour of the city'''s most importantWWII sites, including the enormous DocumentationCenter Nazi Party Rally Grounds. You'''ll also visit theNuremberg Trials Memoriam, and Courtroom 600, if thecourtroom is not in session. Alternatively, savor traditionalFranconian specialties by sampling famously deliciousNuremburger Bratwurst, Rot bier (red beer) and lebkuchen(gingerbread). En route to Regensburg, you'''ll cruise throughthe man-made marvel, the Main-Danube Canal. (B,L,D)
6. Day 6
   Mon, Nov 22, 2027

   REGENSBURG, GERMANY. Explore one of Germany'''s best preserved medieval cities Regensburg on a guided walking tour showcasing the city'''s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall and the Porta Praetoria. Alternatively, sample some Bavarian specialties'''beer, sausage and pretzels, and for those who wish to be more active, join a bike tour to Walhalla where you will see the Neoclassical white marble temple inspired by the Parthenon in Athens. (B,L,D)
7. Day 7
   Tue, Nov 23, 2027

   PASSAU, GERMANY ''' LINZ, AUSTRIA. Enjoy a walking tour along Passau's cobblestone streets admiring the Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen'''s Cathedral. For guests looking for a more active morning, you can choose between a guided bike tour along the Danube River, or a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus Fortress for panoramic views overlooking three rivers. Later in the day, set sail for Linz. (B,L,D)
8. Day 8
   Wed, Nov 24, 2027

   MELK, AUSTRIA ''' VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Cruise to Melk, known for its magnificent Benedictine Abbey, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe'''s largest and most revered monasteries. Alternatively, you can join a guided bike tour that takes you through the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley; or go on a walking tour along D''rnstein's cobblestone streets to the Baroque Stiftskirche, famed church tower. Later in the day, set sail through the vineyard-rich Wachau Valley. (B,L,D)
9. Day 9
   Thu, Nov 25, 2027

   VIENNA, AUSTRIA. The '''City of Waltzes''' offers a treasure trove of gems and on your city tour, you'''ll see many of them, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude your tour in Vienna'''s historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and then afterwards, visit the grand St. Stephen'''s Cathedral. For a more active exploration of the area, discover Vienna on a guided bike tour. During the afternoon, visit the UNESCO-designated Sch''nbrunn Palace and Gardens, the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. Built in the 18th century as an imperial summer residence, this magnificent 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural and historical monuments in Austria. Or, spend leisure time exploring this iconic city at your own pace. (B,L,D)
10. Day 10
    Fri, Nov 26, 2027

    BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Today you have the opportunity to visit both the Buda (hilly) and Pest (flat) sides of the Danube River. Start on the Buda side, following your guide through the city'''s Castle District where you will marvel at the fairytale turrets of Fisherman'''s Bastion, gaze upon the breathtaking panorama below and see Matthias Church, renowned for its striking tower and colorful mosaic roof. For a more active tour, hike to Budapest'''s Castle Hill. In the afternoon, explore the treasures of Pest, admiring the colossal Hungarian Parliament Building, Heroes''' Square and the moving '''Shoes on the Danube Bank''' memorial. (B,L,D)
11. Day 11
    Sat, Nov 27, 2027

    BUDAPEST, HUNGARY ''' DISEMBARKATION. Bid farewell to Budapest as you prepare for your flight home. (B)