2 nights Budapest, 7-night cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen and 3 nights in Prague

1. Day 1
   Sat, Nov 07, 2026

   ARRIVE IN BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your hotel.
2. Day 2
   Sun, Nov 08, 2026

   BUDAPEST. Budapest is one of Europe'''s most regal and storied cities'''and many of its most iconic sights are just off the banks of the Danube. Often described as the '''Queen of the Danube,''' Budapest is well-known for Fisherman'''s Bastion, Buda Hill and its magnificent Hungarian Parliament building. However, this sprawling city is full of rich history and culture and offers many '''hidden''' treasures as you venture further past its river banks. During this excursion, your guide will take you deeper into the city to discover fascinating sites lesser-known to the average traveler. (B)
3. Day 3
   Mon, Nov 09, 2026

   BUDAPEST ''' EMBARKATION. Check out of your hotel to board your luxurious ship. (B,D)
4. Day 4
   Tue, Nov 10, 2026

   BUDAPEST, HUNGARY. Experience Budapest from above with either a visit to the Castle District or an invigorating hike up Gellert Hill. Both options offer meaningful context and easy ways to enjoy iconic city views.
5. Day 5
   Wed, Nov 11, 2026

   BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA. Discover Bratislava'''s character by joining a guided walk through its historic center, followed by a sampling of regional flavors with a beer tasting, or a hike up to Bratislava Castle for panoramic views.
6. Day 6
   Thu, Nov 12, 2026

   VIENNA, AUSTRIA. Experience Vienna at your pace. In the morning, choose between the '''Imperial Vienna''' guided tour or an exciting bike ride through the city. Later, learn to waltz with a dance class, enjoy a visit to a local art museum, or venture to Burg Liechtenstein for a boat tour of the largest underground lake in Europe. In the evening, you'''ll be treated to dinner and a concert on shore.
7. Day 7
   Fri, Nov 13, 2026

   VIENNA ''' SCENIC SAILING ''' WACHAU. Cruise through the UNESCO designated Wachau Valley, marveling at the natural landscapes of Austria and enjoying your ship'''s amenities.
8. Day 8
   Sat, Nov 14, 2026

   LINZ ''' SALZBURG, AUSTRIA. In Linz, you can wander the galleries of the museum that matches your interests with a museum pass. Alternatively, you may choose to venture to Salzburg for full-day excursion, with the additional choice to visit either the Hohensalzburg Fortress or Red Bull Hangar-7. You also have the option to venture to the Czech Republic for a full-day tour of ''esk'' Krumlov, complete with local beer tasting.
9. Day 9
   Sun, Nov 15, 2026

   PASSAU, GERMANY. Passau'''s three rivers set the pace for your day as you wander its colorful lanes, choosing between a guided look at its storied riverfront with a local tasting or a peek inside a beloved pretzel bakery steeped in tradition.
10. Day 10
    Mon, Nov 16, 2026

    VILSHOFEN ''' DISEMBARKATION ''' REGENSBURG ''' PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC. Depart the ship and drive to Regensburg, one of Germany'''s best preserved medieval cities, which you'''ll discover on a guided walking tour. After touring Regensburg, continue on to Prague. (B)
11. Day 11
    Tue, Nov 17, 2026

    PRAGUE. Explore Prague'''s UNESCO-listed historic center on a city tour or hike up to the grand castle. See landmarks like Rudolfinum, the Hundertwasser Dancing House, and the 1,000-year-old Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral, then cross the romantic Charles Bridge to the Old Market Square and its famous Astronomical Clock.
12. Day 12
    Wed, Nov 18, 2026

    PRAGUE. Indulge in the storied history of Czech beer, from visits to the first brewery in 993 to sips on iconic brews like Pilsner Urquell and Budweiser. Join a tasting to sample a variety of styles from the country'''s more than 100 breweries and experience firsthand why beer is central to Czech culture and identity.
13. Day 13
    Thu, Nov 19, 2026

    PRAGUE.