Your Danube River cruise begins with an evening cruise from Budapest to Vienna, followed by Dürnstein and Melk in Austria’s beautiful Wachau Valley. Cruise from Austria to Germany as you sail to Passau, then the Bavarian city of Regensburg to see the 12th-century Old Town Hall. Cruise to Nuremberg to choose from three guided excursions—a guided tour of Roth, a Nuremberg city sightseeing, or a tour of the notorious Nuremberg Rally Grounds of WWII. From Nuremberg, join a full-day excursion to Munich before sailing to Frankfurt for guided sightseeing. Cruise to Rüdesheim and through the magnificent Rhine Gorge. Your European river cruise stops in splendid Strasbourg, France, with its Gothic-style cathedral towering above its stained glass and murals, before cruising to Breisach, Germany—gateway to the magical Black Forest. Enjoy a day of storybook surroundings, sumptuous bakery specialties (such as Black Forest Cake), and a glimpse into generations of authentic Bavarian life. Your river cruise on the Danube, Rhine, and Main Rivers concludes in Basel, Switzerland.

1. Day 1
   BUDAPEST (EMBARKATION), HUNGARY

   Wed, Nov 04, 2026

   Welcome to Hungary. Your Suite Ship® is Ready for Boarding.
   
   Flights into Budapest must arrive by 2 pm.
   
   Guests must be on board ship by 5 pm.
   
   The day is yours to relax and enjoy the city with time for photographs, cafés, and confections.
   
   EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO VIENNA
   
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2. Day 2
   VIENNA, AUSTRIA

   Thu, Nov 05, 2026

   Viennese Waltzes on the Blue Danube
   
   Visit the Adventure Center for today's activities with your Adventure Host.
   
   Enjoy sailing the Danube, which shares dozens of miles with Hungary and Slovakia. Relax on the Sky Deck to see the rolling landscape and red-rooftops of the Slovakian capital of Bratislava come into view.
   
   This evening in Vienna, you may choose to join an Optional Excursion to attend a Royal Waltz Concert for an unforgettable evening of music in an elegant hall.
   
   OVERNIGHT DOCKING IN VIENNA
   
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3. Day 3
   VIENNA

   Fri, Nov 06, 2026

   Royal Collections and Amusing Attractions
   
   ACTIVE Explore Vienna's Danube Island by bike with your Adventure Host, OR;
   
   CLASSIC After a short walk of Vienna, join a Guided Visit of Austria’s largest museum, the legendary Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Fine Arts), OR:
   
   CLASSIC Explore the Habsburg empire this morning on a Guided City Tour of Vienna’s gilded landmarks. See the Imperial Palace complex—the winter residence of the Imperial Family, the iconic Vienna Opera House and stunning St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
   
   Join a Guided Optional Excursion to Schönbrunn Palace— summer home of the Habsburg Empire.
   
   Enjoy free time this afternoon to take a tram to visit Vienna’s Prater amusement park or one of the many museums nearby. You may also borrow a bike from the ship to explore Vienna’s square or the banks of the Danube.
   
   Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
   
   OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO DÜRNSTEIN
   
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4. Day 4
   DÜRNSTEIN–WACHAU VALLEY

   Sat, Nov 07, 2026

   A King’s Ransom and Castle Ruins
   
   CLASSIC Join a Guided Walk, and hear the legendary tale of King Richard the Lionheart—who was imprisoned in the castle above the village during the Crusades.
   
   Enjoy coffee or a cocktail on the Sky Deck as you sail through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Melk.
   
   ACTIVE Alternatively, experience Danube's cycle path, follow your Adventure Host for a bike ride along the Danube.
   
   MELK
   
   Frescoes Above and Vineyards Below
   
   CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to marvel at its frescoed ceilings, statues, incredible library, and ornate pipe organ.
   
   DISCOVERY Enjoy the flavors of the Wachau Valley with a Wine Tasting on board.
   
   EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO PASSAU
   
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5. Day 5
   PASSAU, GERMANY

   Sun, Nov 08, 2026

   Where the Danube, Inn, and Ilz Rivers Meet
   
   CLASSIC Join a Guided City Walk to learn more about this beautiful “City of Three Rivers.”
   
   Alternatively, join a full-day Guided Optional Excursion to Salzburg—the city of Mozart—or to the picturesque Bohemian town of Cesky Krumlov.
   
   Meet your ship back in Passau after your full-day selected activity for sailing.
   
   EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO REGENSBURG
   
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6. Day 6
   REGENSBURG

   Mon, Nov 09, 2026

   Bavaria’s Medieval Miracle
   
   Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
   
   ACTIVE Explore Walhalla by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
   
   CLASSIC Join a Guided City Walk and see Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall) and Porta Pretoria—built in 179 AD as the entrance to Castra Regina fortress.
   
   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.
   
   This evening, enjoy live entertainment after dinner.
   
   EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO ROTH
   
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7. Day 7
   ROTH. EXCURSION TO NUREMBERG

   Tue, Nov 10, 2026

   Legends and History Lessons
   
   DISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard Lecture about the Main-Danube Canal—linking these two rivers to make a vital connection enabling navigation between the North and Black seas.
   
   ACTIVE Explore Roth's Lauter valley with your Adventure Host, OR:
   
   CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of the Bavarian town of Roth—with its half-timbered houses, market square, and 1535 hunting lodge Schloss Ratibor, OR:
   
   CLASSIC Choose a Guided Sightseeing of Nuremberg—with its medieval architecture, gilded fountain, gothic cathedral, and Kaiserburg Castle, OR:
   
   CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of the historic Nuremberg Rally Grounds—used by the Third Reich.
   
   EVENING CRUISE TO NUREMBERG
   
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8. Day 8
   NUREMBERG–EXCURSION TO MUNICH

   Wed, Nov 11, 2026

   A King’s Palace and Town Halls
   
   CLASSIC Take a full-day Guided Tour of the highlights of fascinating Munich. See Nymphenburg Palace—a former residence of German monarchs, along with the old and new Town Halls of Marienplatz.
   
   EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BAMBERG
   
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9. Day 9
   BAMBERG

   Thu, Nov 12, 2026

   The City of Seven Hills
   
   Visit the Adventure Center for today’s activities with your Adventure Host.
   
   ACTIVE Your bike is ready! Hop on and bike along the canals in Bamberg with your Adventure Host, OR:
   
   CLASSIC Take a Guided Walking Tour of the historic home to imperial dynasties, and see its Romanesque cathedral, Old Town Hall, and seven hills crowned with churches.
   
   After the tour, spend free time with a glass of German-style Rauchbier (smoked beer).
   
   AFTERNOON/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO WÜRZBURG
   
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10. Day 10
    WÜRZBURG

    Fri, Nov 13, 2026

    A Perfect Day in the Pearl of the Romantic Road
    
    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.
    
    ACTIVE Explore Würzburg's charm by bike with your Adventure Host, OR:
    
    CLASSIC Take a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Würzburg with its Old Main Bridge, towering fortress, and baroque Bishop’s Residenz—with the largest known ceiling fresco.
    
    Enjoy live entertainment on board while sailing tonight.
    
    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MILTENBERG
    
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11. Day 11
    MILTENBERG

    Sat, Nov 14, 2026

    Beauty on the Main River
    
    CLASSIC Join a Guided Walking Tour of Miltenberg, a showcase of medieval half-timber homes and home to Germany’s oldest inn.
    
    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO FRANKFURT
    
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12. Day 12
    FRANKFURT. EXCURSION TO SELIGENSTADT

    Sun, Nov 15, 2026

    Charm in Frankfurt
    
    ACTIVE Enjoy a biking experience in the city of Frankfurt with your Adventure Host, OR:
    
    DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour to Seligenstadt—one of Germany’s oldest towns and home to the Einhard Basilika—dubbed “minor basilica” in 1925 by Pope Pius XI, OR:
    
    CLASSIC Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Frankfurt to see the city’s cultural landmarks and gleaming financial headquarters combined with the cozy ambience of quaint neighborhoods.
    
    Spend free time this afternoon exploring Frankfurt on your own.
    
    Later, enjoy live entertainment on board.
    
    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BOPPARD
    
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13. Day 13
    BOPPARD

    Mon, Nov 16, 2026

    A Peaceful Jewel in the Rhine Gorge
    
    This afternoon, relax on the Sky Deck with views of the spectacular Rhine Gorge en route to Rüdesheim.
    
    RÜDESHEIM–RHINE GORGE
    
    Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine Country
    
    ACTIVE Enjoy a hike with your Adventure Host through the picturesque vineyards of Rüdesheim, OR:
    
    DISCOVERY Tour the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; based on your departure enjoy a local special treat.
    
    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO STRASBOURG
    
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14. Day 14
    STRASBOURG, FRANCE

    Tue, Nov 17, 2026

    A Grand Cathedral and La Petite France
    
    Join your Adventure Host for today’s special activities.
    
    CLASSIC Come along for City Sightseeing, including the city’s Gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.
    
    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BREISACH
    
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15. Day 15
    BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST

    Wed, Nov 18, 2026

    German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black Forest
    
    ACTIVE Enjoy the view on a relaxing bike ride along the Rhine with your Adventure Host, OR:
    
    DISCOVERY Join a full-day Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience the Vogtsbauernohf open-air-museum, visit an authentic water mill, and see a traditional butter-making demonstration, OR:
    
    CLASSIC Join A Guided Tour to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, sheltered by the Black Forest amid vineyards and gardens of the Upper Rhine Valley.
    
    You may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to visit the charming village of Colmar in the morning.
    
    EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO BASEL
    
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16. Day 16
    BASEL, SWITZERLAND (DISEMBARKATION)

    Thu, Nov 19, 2026

    Your cruise ends this morning with breakfast.
    
    Departure flights should not leave Zürich airport before 10 am or Basel airport before 8 am.
    
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