3 nights in Paris, an enchanting 7-night cruise from Luxembourg to Nuremberg, plus 3 nights in Prague

1. Day 1
   Wed, Jul 29, 2026

   LUXEMBOURG - EMBARKATION. Board your ship in Luxembourg for your Europe'''s Rivers & Castles cruise. (B,D)
2. Day 2
   Thu, Jul 30, 2026

   BERNKASTEL, GERMANY. Walk through Bernkastel'''s colorful Old Town center and past many medieval and Renaissance buildings on a guided tour that also includes a winery visit and tasting. If you prefer a more active tour, join our guide on a cycling excursion along the picturesque Moselle River. You may also join a guided hike up to the Grevenburg Castle ruins and through the village's vineyards, with a tasting of local wines awaiting at the end of the trail. (B,L,D)
3. Day 3
   Fri, Jul 31, 2026

   COCHEM, GERMANY ''' KOBLENZ, GERMANY. Head to fairytale Cochem and visit Reichsburg Castle followed by a walking tour. As an alternative, hike to Reichsburg Castle and enjoy a visit inside, or pedal through the charming town on a guided bike tour. Later in the day, sit out on your balcony or go up on the Sun Deck to marvel at the beautiful views as we cruise to Koblenz. There, you can join a guided evening walk through the charming historic town, perhaps stopping for photos at the Augenroller (eye roller) of Koblenz. (B,L,D)
4. Day 4
   Sat, Aug 01, 2026

   RHINE GORGE ''' R''DESHEIM, GERMANY. Drink up the stunning views by soaring high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue or allow yourself to be treated to a wine tasting. For a more active adventure, hike through the town'''s beautiful vineyards above the Rhine River. (B,L,D)
5. Day 5
   Sun, Aug 02, 2026

   WERTHEIM, GERMANY. Wertheim'''s old town center still features half-timbered houses and the Gothic architecture of the Stiftskirche, its oldest Protestant church. Join a guided walking tour through the historic city center and then learn the art of pretzel making with a visit to a local bakery. For those seeking a more active adventure, take a scenic bike ride through the Main River Valley or hike high above the town for a visit to the castle, one of the most picturesque ruins in Germany. (B,L,D)
6. Day 6
   Mon, Aug 03, 2026

   W''RZBURG, GERMANY. Enjoy a city tour of W''rzburg, bursting with Baroque splendor. Or visit W''rzburg'''s Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features an opulent interior, including a grand fresco by Tiepolo. Or stretch your legs while hiking to W''rzburg Castle. Alternately, go on a full-day excursion to Rothenburg, Germany'''s best-preserved walled town located on the Romantic Road. (B,L,D)
7. Day 7
   Tue, Aug 04, 2026

   ELTMANN, GERMANY. Head to Bamberg, which has been referred to as '''Franconian Rome''' as, like Rome, it was built on seven hills'''but in Bamberg, a church graces each one. Bamberg'''s medieval and Baroque architecture has withstood the test of time and, as such, became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Join a guided walking tour of this medieval gem where you'''ll see its cathedral, Old Town Hall and elegant old mansions, and afterwards, indulge in the town'''s famous smoked beer, Rauchbier. Or, indulge in the culinary specialties of Bamberg, including licorice root, Hornla pastries, traditional German sausage and smoked beer. As a more invigorating alternative, pedal from Eltmann to Bamberg, meeting the ship there later in the day. (B,L,D)
8. Day 8
   Wed, Aug 05, 2026

   NUREMBERG ''' DISEMBARKATION. Bid farewell to the ship in Nuremberg as you prepare for your return flight home. (B). . B,L,D ''' Indicates Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included on this day.