16 Day Tastes of Czech Republic with Rhine River Cruise 16 Day Tastes of Czech Republic with Rhine River Cruise
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- Day 1DAY 1, Tuesday - Depart for the Czech RepublicTue, Sep 02, 2025
Depart for the Czech Republic - Day 2DAY 2, Wednesday - Arrive in PragueWed, Sep 03, 2025
Arrive in the "Golden City" of Prague and transfer to your hotel. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM, followed by a reception. We recommend that you select flights which arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Prague - Day 3DAY 3, Thursday - Prague City TourThu, Sep 04, 2025
Embark on a city tour of Prague, capital of the Czech Republic. The tour includes the Lesser Town (Malá Strana) and the Old Town, the medieval center of Prague. Enjoy panoramic views of the city and Charles Bridge with its 30 Baroque statues of various saints. Continue through the Old Town Square to view the Town Hall, the world-famous Astronomical Clock, the Municipal House, Powder Tower, and the Jewish Quarter. The rest of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast - Day 4DAY 4, Friday - Travel to Cesky Krumlov, Tour Cesky KrumlovFri, Sep 05, 2025
Depart Prague, and travel through the scenic South Bohemia region to the town of Cesky Krumlov, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Stroll through the quaint cobblestone alleys of the Old Town, and view Cesky Krumlov Castle with its towering spires, and majestic courtyards, perched atop a hill overlooking the town. Free time to explore on your own. Return to Prague in the afternoon
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast - Day 5DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Prague, or Optional Terezin TourSat, Sep 06, 2025
Today is free to explore Prague at your own pace. Perhaps, join the optional Terezin Tour. Depart Prague this morning and head to the town of Terezin. Upon arrival, visit the site of the haunting Nazi concentration camp, including the barracks, and prison cells. Learn the history behind one of the largest camps in the Czech Republic and its significance during the Holocaust. Walk to the camp's ghettos where more than 35,000 Jews lost their lives. Afterward, pay homage to the thousands of the camp's victims at the Terezin Memorial. Continue to the Ghetto Museum, which provides insight into the daily lives of the prisoners and the atrocities they endured. Free time for lunch on your own, before heading back
Optional: Full Day Terezin Tour
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast - Day 6DAY 6, Sunday - Pilsen City TourSun, Sep 07, 2025
This morning, travel through the Czech countryside to the city of Pilsen, founded by King Wenceslas II in the late 1200s.Arrive in the city, famed for its beer and rich heritage. Explore the historic city center and visit Republic Square, a large medieval square. View the Gothic St. Bartholomew Cathedral, boasting the tallest church tower in the Czech Republic, the Old Town Hall and townhouses lining the square. Next, admire the onion domes of the Great Synagogue built in Moorish-Romanesque style
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast - Day 7DAY 7, Monday - Full Day in Prague or Optional Full Day Dresden TourMon, Sep 08, 2025
Spend another day at leisure or choose the optional Full Day Dresden Tour. Travel to the art city of Dresden, titled the "Florence on the Elbe." Begin the guided tour of the city, known for its magnificent art treasures and Baroque architecture. View the ornate Zwinger Palace, a masterpiece of Baroque design, the Semper Opera House, and the signature landmark of Dresden, the Frauenkirche, the Church of Our Lady, a symbol of the city's resilience and rebirth following the devastation of World War II. Spend free time for lunch on your own and for exploration. Arrive in Prague late afternoon
Optional: Full Day Dresden Tour
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast - Day 8DAY 8, Tuesday - Full Day in Prague, or Optional Full Day Kutna Hora TourTue, Sep 09, 2025
On your last day at leisure in Prague, participate in the optional Full Day Kutna Hora Tour. Journey to the historic town of Kutna Hora, a medieval center of silver-mining and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin your exploration of the city center and admire the beautiful Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque burgher houses. Visit St. Barbara's Church a symbol of Kutna Hora's medieval prosperity and the iconic Sedlec Ossuary, also known as the Bone Church, a macabre chapel decorated with more than 40,000 human bones. Free time to wander through the town and to sample local dishes for lunch. Tonight at dinner, bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Optional: Full Day Kutna Hora Tour
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 9DAY 9, Wednesday - Flight to Amsterdam, Cruise EmbarkationWed, Sep 10, 2025This morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Amsterdam. Upon arrival, transfer to the port. After arrival formalities, rest and relax on board, or begin your discovery of the many cultural sites this city has to offer. This evening, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy dinner as it sets the mood for your delightful river cruise
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner - Day 10DAY 10, Thursday - Amsterdam City Tour & Afternoon CruisingThu, Sep 11, 2025Today's panoramic tour of 700-year-old Amsterdam introduces you to both the old and the new sections of this city. View Amsterdam's port, one of the main harbors of Dutch East India Company during the Golden Age. Continue to the former Jewish quarter with its 17th century Portuguese Synagogue, and National Holocaust Names Memorial. Pass by the 19th century neighborhood with its classic architecture, museums, and lively squares. Then, board a glass-top boat, and cruise the winding canals for an up-close view of the stately historic homes, 16th century warehouses, and charming churches with striking bell towers. Rejoin the ship for lunch on board. This afternoon sail south for Germany
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 11DAY 11, Friday - Cologne City TourFri, Sep 12, 2025Cruise on the legendary Rhine to Cologne, one of Germany's largest cities and capital of the Rhineland, arriving as you savor lunch on board. Your walking tour of the city is highlighted by the soaring, twin-steeple Gothic cathedral that is the geographical and spiritual heart of the city. Known for its vibrant art scene, Cologne abounds with cafes, galleries, shops, and taverns. After dinner on board, time to explore Cologne's vibrant nightlife before setting sail
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 12DAY 12, Saturday - Morning in Koblenz & Afternoon CruisingSat, Sep 13, 2025The ship docks this morning in Koblenz, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers. Join a walking tour this morning and free time to explore the Romanesque architecture and imposing defensive towers of this 2000-year old city. Or, join the optional tour to the dramatic Marksburg Castle, the only hill castle on the Rhine that's never been destroyed and has been continuously occupied for over 700 years. At noon, set sail and enjoy a relaxing afternoon on board, taking in the spectacular vistas as the ship sails past castles perched on lofty cliffs, terraced vineyards, and tiny villages. Pass the mighty Lorelei Rock on the eastern bank of the Rhine rising vertically from the waters, named for the siren "Lorelei" who bewitched sailors passing by. This evening, arrive in Rüdesheim, a lively village in the heart of the Rhine. After dinner, perhaps stroll along the lanes filled with quaint wine taverns
Optional: Marksburg Castle Tour (AM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 13DAY 13, Sunday - Morning Cruising & Afternoon in SpeyerSun, Sep 14, 2025Today, continue sailing towards Speyer. The ship will make a stop, where passengers may depart for the optional tour to Heidelberg, home to the oldest university in Germany and inspiration for some of the world's greatest writers and artists. Tour the city and view the ruins of 12th century Heidelberg Castle before returning to the ship in Speyer. In the afternoon, stroll the lanes of this picturesque city founded by the Romans, with its prized red sandstone cathedral named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tonight, the ship sails for Strasbourg
Optional: Heidelberg City Tour (AM)
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 14DAY 14, Monday - Strasbourg City TourMon, Sep 15, 2025A lovely day awaits you in the Alsace capital of Strasbourg, situated on the border of France and Germany, blending the cultures of both countries. Discover Strasbourg on the tour highlighting the city's center, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Of special note is the stunning Gothic Cathedral, an exquisite example of late Gothic architecture that houses one of the finest astronomical clocks in existence. See the magical La Petite France district, home to quaint shops and charming bistros, Place Kleber, a large historic square in the center of the city and Place Gutenberg, dedicated to the inventor of the printing press. This evening, return to the ship as you sail towards Breisach in the Rhine Valley
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 15DAY 15, Tuesday - Breisach Walking TourTue, Sep 16, 2025Arrive this morning in the small city of Breisach that dates back over 4,000 years. On your walking tour along the cobbled streets lined with pastel-painted houses, it's hard to believe this town was mostly destroyed in WWII and then totally restored. View the towering Romanesque and Gothic St. Stephansmunster Cathedral, a highlight of the city. After lunch set sail for Basel. Tonight, at dinner, share wonderful memories of your Rhine journey and bid farewell to your Cruise Director
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - Day 16DAY 16, Wednesday - Depart SwitzerlandWed, Sep 17, 2025This morning, disembark and transfer to the airport in Basel for your departure flight. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 AM
Meals: Breakfast
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European river cruising has gained in popularity for very good reason. It's a relaxing and convenient way to experience Europe while enjoying the comfort of a deluxe ship. However, before making the decision to reserve your vacation, please be aware of potential conditions which may impact your cruise. While most of the time river cruises operate exactly as planned, weather conditions may result in high or low water levels which impact a ship's itinerary and, on occasion, render a ship unable to sail at all. On very rare occasions, other events such as heavy fog, a damaged lock, or an incapacitated vessel blocking the river, may impact a sailing. These events typically occur with little or no notice. In the event that a cruise is partially or completely impacted, the itinerary will be operated by deluxe motor coach, accompanied by a Tour Manager, with overnights in hotels. When the option exists, the operator will "swap ships" with another vessel sailing in the opposite direction, retaining the sailing experience. Crew, ship and cabin configuration may differ. The itinerary will include as many of the originally scheduled sightseeing features as possible, considering the travel time and distances required, as well as meals. While it is not possible to recreate the more leisurely comforts of sailings, we will endeavor to provide a comparable itinerary. These alternative services will be provided at no additional charge. †Transfers are available for purchase for land only or on alternative flight dates Not Included: Amsterdam to Basel: Embarkation will begin at 2 PM however early arrivals may rest in the lounge if their assigned cabin is not ready upon check-in. Passengers returning from Basel on Day 16 should select flights that depart no earlier than 10 AM. Know Before You Book - High & Low Water European river cruising has gained in popularity for very good reason. It's a relaxing and convenient way to experience Europe while enjoying the comfort of our chartered ship. However, before making the decision to reserve your vacation, please be aware of potential conditions which may impact your cruise. While most of the time river cruises operate exactly as planned, weather conditions may result in high or low water levels which impact a ship's itinerary and, on occasion, render a ship unable to sail at all. On very rare occasions, other events such as heavy fog, a damaged lock, or an incapacitated vessel blocking the river, may impact a sailing. These events typically occur with little or no notice. In the event that a cruise is partially or completely impacted, the itinerary will be operated by deluxe motor coach, accompanied by a Tour Manager, with overnights in hotels. When the option exists, the operator will "swap ships" with another vessel sailing in the opposite direction, retaining the sailing experience. Crew, ship and cabin configuration may differ. The itinerary will include as many of the originally scheduled sightseeing features as possible, considering the travel time and distances required, as well as meals. While it is not possible to recreate the more leisurely comforts of sailings, we will endeavor to provide a comparable itinerary. These alternative services will be provided at no additional charge. Please note that the following inclusions may contain items that are only applicable when you purchase Land & Air. The brochure prices below are for Land Only - call us for our best deal.
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