Scenic Jewels Of Europe

A region steeped in the history of ancient trade routes, today the rivers of the Rhine, Main and Danube meander through forested hillsides, idyllic vineyards and romantic towns.

Restored castles still stand watch from their position atop dramatic hilltops, just as they did in the days of feudal knights and land barons. However, today the sites of ancient battles and medieval skirmishes have been replaced by a tranquil countryside with thriving towns and villages. Elsewhere, romantic ruins echo with a timeless beauty and Gothic spires rise out of the picturesque communities nestled along the river banks. This is a journey that will take you through the Europe of your imagination, full of wonder, recalling medieval jousts, cobbled streets and childhood fairytales while creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Scenic Jewels of Europe Itinerary

Day 1: Amsterdam

Fly to Amsterdam from one of up to 16 UK airports, where you will be welcomed onboard your state-of-the-art Space-Ship.

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Amsterdam

Explore wonderful Amsterdam, with its wealth of canals, museums and bicycles.

Free Choice: Hop aboard one of our e-bikes and take a guided bicycle tour outside the city, or join a flavours of Holland walking tour and taste some Dutch favourites such as herring, cheese and poffertjes. Alternatively, take the opportunity to experience an iconic canal cruise, or step outside of Amsterdam and visit the villages of Alkmaar & Schermerhorn, home to authentic windmills dating back to the 16th century.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Cologne

Free Choice: Take a stroll through Cologne and get up close to the filigree twin towers of the famous cathedral, or step inside the cathedral and let your local guide marvel you with its history. Alternatively, explore the city’s past and present, from Roman times to its Jewish heritage, during a guided tour, or if you are feeling more active, cycle to Cologne from the charming medieval village of Zons, or choose to explore Germany’s motoring heritage with a visit to Motorworld, where you will discover a large range of classic, vintage and Formula 1 vehicles during a guided tour.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Rhine Gorge > Rüdesheim

Enjoy spectacular views of the World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge.

Free Choice: Board the Winzerexpress mini train (closed 8-11 June) for a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, before enjoying a cable car ride to the Niederwald Monument, or join a local guide for a hike through the vineyards that cover the slopes of the Rhine River then relax as you make your way back to the town centre by cable car.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Miltenberg

Free Choice: Meet a local Friar in a monastery for a tour and tasting of regional produce, or meet a winemaker for a taste of his fine wines. Alternatively, meet a Baron and Baroness and learn about aristocratic life, or opt to visit a local Schnapps producer or a farming family and taste some of their home made products.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Würzburg

Free Choice: Traverse the famous Romantic Road to Rothenburg where you’ll tour the charming walled city. Alternatively, visit Würzburg’s Bishop’s Residenz Palace or visit the impressive estate of Schloss Weikersheim, a true Baroque and Renaissance delight.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Bamberg

Free Choice: Take a guided tour of the Old Town of Bamberg and walk the same cobbled streets as medieval traders once did. Alternatively, taste some of the city’s regional specialities on a city walk.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Nuremberg

Enjoy this fascinating and ancient Bavarian city, dating back to the 11th century.

Free Choice: Explore Nuremberg by foot on a guided walking tour, or visit moving WWII sites and learn about this dark era in the city’s history. Alternatively, stay on board for a beer tasting experience.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Regensburg

There is much to explore in the 2,000-year-old town of Regensburg, situated at the confluence of three rivers.

Free Choice: Enjoy a walking tour of Regensburg, or hop on board a local ferry and sail the Danube Gorge to Weltenburg Abbey and sample beer from one of the world’s oldest monastic breweries. Alternatively, join a local guide for a cycle to the Walhalla monument, or take an active walking tour to Thurn und Taxis Palace.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Salzburg

There is much to explore in the 2,000-year-old town of Regensburg, situated at the confluence of three rivers.

Free Choice: Enjoy a guided tour of the baroque Old Town of Salzburg, learn about one of its most famous residents, Mozart, and be mesmerized by the city’s history and architecture. Alternatively, you may choose to join a walking tour focusing on sights from the classic movie ‘The Sound of Music’.

Enrich: Based on the timeless movie of the same name, the exclusive ‘Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show’ will wow you with its stage sets. Enjoy a delicious Austrian lunch before an afternoon humming along to some of the catchy classics.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Melk > Dürnstein

Free Choice: Experience Melk’s magnificent 18th century Benedictine Abbey on a guided tour, or if you are feeling more active, embark on a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Dürnstein, one of the most enchanting villages in the region. Alternatively, visit the fairytale castle of Burg Aggstein. Built in the 12th century, the castle ruins offer spectacular views across the Danube.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Vienna

Acquaint yourself with this opulent city by taking a fascinating guided tour of its most famous sights, including the Ringstrasse.

Enrich: Breathe in the opulence and luxury of Palais Liechtenstein while enjoying a glass of fine Austrian Sekt. Then be enthralled by an enchanting private classical evening concert featuring the timeless music of Strauss and Mozart. Even in elegant Vienna, Palais Liechtenstein is one of the grandest of all venues.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Vienna

Free Choice: Take a tour of the Slovakian capital Bratislava, or visit Schönbrunn Palace and witness the opulence of the Habsburg Empire. Alternatively, discover the importance of Viennese coffee culture during a tour, or for those feeling more active, explore a different side of Vienna during  a cycling tour to Danube Island.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Budapest

Free Choice: Join a guided tour of Budapest including a piano concert, or relax and unwind at the Thermal Baths and Spa. Choose to experience the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock, or join a local guide for a walking tour on the past and present of Budapest. Alternatively, you may choose to join a hike to Buda Hill.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Budapest

Depart after breakfast and transfer to Budapest airport for your return flight home. Travel to one of up to 16 UK regional airports. taking with you a lifetime of wonderful memories.
Meals included: Breakfast

This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.
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All Inclusive 5* River Cruising

• 5-Star Scenic Space-Ships with up to 163 guests
• Spacious Balcony Suites with an innovative Scenic Sun Lounge
• 2 Scenic Enrich experiences of an enchanting private classical evening concert at Palais Liechtenstein – Exclusive to Scenic. Plus a ‘Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show’ for an afternoon humming catchy classics after an Austrian lunch.
• Personalise your trip with 12 included Scenic Freechoice activities
• Dine at your choice of up to five on board venues, from casual to fine dining
• 41 meals – 14 breakfasts (B), 13 lunches (L) and 14 dinners (D)
• Complimentary premium on board beverages all day, every day – not just at meal times
• Butler service for every suite throughout your cruise
• Complimentary full mini-bar throughout your cruise
• Innovative Salt Therapy Lounge and fitness area
• Scenic Tailormade App for river commentary and independent exploration
• The freedom of our e-bikes – electrically assisted bicycles
• Scenic Cruise Director to guide and assist & expert local guides
• Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout your cruise
• Return airport transfers
• All tipping and gratuities on board and on shore