Fisherman's Bastion in Budapest, Hungary

Christmas Markets on the Danube - Cruise Only

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

Sail a special Illuminations Cruise
Visit Vörösmarty Square
Tour the illuminated Rathaus
Join a guided bike tour

Starts / Ends:: Budapest / Vilshofen
Activities:: Christmas Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:: Variable

Few events are awaited with as much anticipation as Europe’s Christmas Markets. Be spellbound by Europe's Christmas Markets. In Linz, marvel at the small clay figurines representing the people of a typical village—the butcher, the baker and the candlestick maker; and while in …

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$3,299

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The Romantic Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

See UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Taste local wines & specialities
Choose from optional excursions
Explore Linz
Take a tour of Vienna

Activities:: Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Framed by Austrian Alps, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube River casts the lure of romance that has caught many artists, musicians, and poets throughout the centuries. Your European river cruise of 8 days voyages the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a …

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$7,599

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Grand Christmas & New Year's

Nuremberg to Budapest - 13 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice

Tour to the Regensburg old city
Visit the Bavarian Forest village
Walk through the beautiful Passau
Enjoy an evening of music at Vienna

Starts / Ends:: Nuremberg / Budapest
Activities:: Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

If you’re looking to celebrate the holidays and welcome the New Year in incredible style, this special cruise is for you. Visit stunning churches and sample delicious wines in enchanting baroque villages. Ring in the New Year dancing in a real Viennese palace and see how a dusting of snow …

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$3,699

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European Holiday Markets

Nuremberg to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice

Experience Europe on the holidays
Visit holiday markets in Europe
3 UNESCO World Heritage sites

Starts / Ends:: Nuremberg / Vienna
Activities:: Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

This cruise takes you to some of the most famous and delightful holiday markets in Europe. Those looking to experience Europe at its most magical will enjoy the chance to discover the delightful holiday traditions and treats of Germany and Austria. At each market, you’ll find wooden stalls …

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Take a ride on the ferris wheel or take a stroll through the Christmas Market

$4,199

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Danube Holiday Markets

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

Vörösmarty Square Christmas Market
Experience a Slovakian Christmas
Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Discover Vienna Art History Museum
Step into Benedictine Monastery

Starts / Ends:: Budapest / Passau
Activities:: Archaeological Site Visits, Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:: Variable

Celebrate the season in the birthplace of many beloved holiday traditions on this 8-day cruise through the Danube. Budapest has celebrated Christmas for a thousand years, since the reign of St. Stephen, the king who founded Hungary and encouraged the spread of Christianity. In Bratislava, where a …

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$4,279

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The Romantic Danube

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amasonata

Tour historical sites in Prague
See old-world architecture
Bike along the Inn River
Choose from optional excursions

Activities:: Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Travel through captivating cities, beginning with a 3-night stay in fairytale Prague followed with an 8-day river cruise on the timeless Danube River from Vilshofen to Budapest. Explore a 2,000-year-old city and visit Europe’s largest pipe organ, savor local wines throughout the Wachau …

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$3,999

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Rhine Holiday Markets

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

Visit Basel’s Christmas Market
Tour to Doktorenhof vinegar estate
Wander through Mainz’s Old Town
Walk through the Cologne Old Town

Starts / Ends:: Basel / Cologne
Activities:: Christmas Market Visits, Festival Visits, Local Market Visits, River Cruises
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on an 8-day festive cruise from Basel to Cologne aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Explore Switzerland, France, and Germany. Discover holiday traditions as you browse Basel’s markets, admire Strasbourg’s glowing tree at Place Kléber, and see Koblenz’s baroque town hall …

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$3,199

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Melodies of the Danube - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amabella

Visit the historic Buda Castle
Walk through Bratislava
Enjoy a wine & music evening
Sample food & beer in Vilshofen

Activity Level:: Variable

Travel on the beautiful Danube through four European countries on an exciting European river cruise. Experience the sights and sounds that have long inspired musicians, poets and artists. Begin your cruise in Budapest, continuing on to Bratislava and Vienna, the romantic birthplace of the waltz. …

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$3,399

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Magna on the Danube - Cruise only

Vilshofen to Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna

Explore Passau
Discover Salzburg
Experience Melk Abbey
Visit Vienna

Starts / Ends:: Vilshofen / Budapest
Activities:: Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest aboard the MS AmaMagna. Immerse yourself in captivating architecture, classical music, stunning scenery, and delectable cuisine. From apricot brandy tastings in Dürnstein to an exclusive wine festival in Spitz, indulge in epicurean …

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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich

$9,690

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Christmas Markets of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

Explore Breisach
Discover Strasbourg
Experience Heidelberg
Explore the ancient city of Koblenz

Starts / Ends:: Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities:: Christmas Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Sun through Germany. Arrive in Zurich, then transfer to Basel. Enjoy dinner aboard and settle in elegantly. Begin in the Rhine's enchanting Breisach, the gateway to Germany's Black Forest. Explore history at Hofgut Sternen and discover a stunning …

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$4,999

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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

Explore “La Petite France”
Bike along the Rhine River
Discover Porta Nigra's secrets
Enjoy the fairytale town of Cochem

Activities:: Biking, Hiking, River Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Join the MS Amaprima on a exclusive cruise from Basel to Amsterdam. Fairytales come to life as you find inspiration along the castle-laden Rhine and its breathtaking tributary, the Moselle. From Basel, located exactly between the corners of three countries—Germany, France and …

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$7,390

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European Classic Cruise - Alsace & Lorraine

7 Day Itinerary aboard Panache

Tour Strasbourg
Explore Route des Vins d'Alsace
Visit the Meteor Brewery
Tour Sarrebourg

Activities:: Biking, Local Market Visits, River Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Discover the land of storybook castles and picturesque villages of Alsace-Lorraine aboard the luxury hotel barge Panache on a wonderful 7-day trip to the eastern part of France. Tour the vineyards of Route des Vins d’Alsace for a private wine tasting and learn more about the region's art …

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Cortina D Ampezzo, idyllic mountain peaks of Dolomites

$6,916

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Dolomites Explorer

Bolzano to Venice - 8 Day Itinerary

Enjoy the culture of Bolzano
Visit Bozen's main local attraction
Hike the Parco del Respiro
Visit the Abbey of Novacella
Cable car ride to Castelrotto
Visit a local dairy
Discover Cortina's mountain scenery
Hike the spectacular Tre Cime
Tour Venice's Grand Canal by boat

Starts / Ends:: Venice / Venice
Activities:: Hiking, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Moderate

Explore the western alpine region of Italy and see the Dolomites mountain range on this 8-day journey. Drive through stunning mountain scenery from Bolzano to Cortina d’Ampezzo, and experience true masterpieces of nature in the alpine region, award-winning views, serene lakes, and an …

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$8,034

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Hidden Gems of Piedmont

8 Day Itinerary

Visit the wine region of Piedmont
Explore the city of Turin
Taste local wine and cheese
Experience truffle hunting
Admire the village of Neive

Starts / Ends:: Milan / Milan
Activities:: Cooking Classes, Land Tours, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Relaxed

On an 8-day tour, travel to Italy and discover the region of Piedmont and taste some of the Langhe culinary excellences—the famous hazelnuts, the truffles, and the wines. Enjoy a tasting of local products paired with different local wines. Meet an organic cheese maker and discover all the …

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$3,699

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Best of Holland and Belgium

Amsterdam Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

Taste Belgian chocolates
Discover the Museum Speelklok
Visit the Utrecht's de Haar Castle
Visit the Brussels' Beersel Castle

Starts / Ends:: Amsterdam / Amsterdam
Activities:: Biking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:: Variable

Set sail on this 8-day Best of Holland and Belgium cruise from Amsterdam roundtrip aboard MS Amaserena. Immerse yourself in a feast for the senses as you travel through the Netherlands and Belgium. Taste Belgian chocolates, listen to the distinctive clanks and charms of mechanical instruments at …

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View of Varenna town at Lake Como, Italy

$6,121

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Lake Como, Milan, and Amalfi

10 Day Itinerary

Ride a boat on Lake Como
Explore the village of Varenna
Visit Piona Abbey in Colico
See the Gothic Art in Milan
Visit the Duomo di Milano
Stroll around in Galleria Vittorio
See archaeological sites in Pompeii
Admire the coastline of Amalfi
Enjoy scenic drives in Italy

Starts / Ends:: Milan / Naples
Activities:: Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Join this 10-day tour to explore Lake Como, Milan, and the famous and dramatic Amalfi Coast. Explore the treasures of Lake Como on a private Venetian-style boat for a picturesque ride across Lake Como. Visit the Cistercian Santa Maria di Piona Abbey, a masterpiece of Lombard architecture. After the …

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$1,637

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