European Sojourn

Day 1 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Take a journey along Amsterdam’s network of canals or perhaps browse one of the city’s museums.

Day 2 - Kinderdijk, The Netherlands

See the picturesque Dutch countryside and Kinderdijk’s working windmills, a UNESCO Site.

Scenic Sailing: Waal & Merwede

Admire the scenery and sail along the network of Holland’s waterways.

Day 3 - Cologne, Germany

Stroll through Cologne’s Old Town and see the city’s famed Gothic cathedral, a UNESCO Site.

Day 4 - Koblenz, Germany

Visit the 13th-century Marksburg Castle and capture views from its hilltop location.

Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine

Sail past hilltop castles along the Middle Rhine, a UNESCO Site, and look for Lorelei Rock.

Day 5 - Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart

Relax as you sail the Main River, making your way through Germany’s scenic Franconia region.

Miltenberg, Germany

Discover the city’s fairy-tale charms, from its Old Town to its iconic half-timbered houses.

Day 6 - Würzburg, Germany

Encounter the Bishops’ Residenz, a large, ornate baroque palace and UNESCO Site.

Day 7 - Bamberg, Germany

See the Town Hall in this UNESCO-listed medieval city; sample its distinctive rauchbier.    

Scenic Sailing: Main-Danube Canal, Germany

Transit this 16-lock engineering marvel spanning 106 miles from Kelheim to Bamberg.

Day 8 - Nuremberg, Germany

See the Palace of Justice, old town and Market Square in this history-filled city.

Day 9 - Regensburg, Germany

Stroll the medieval, UNESCO-listed city’s streets and learn about Regensburg’s history.

Day 10 - Passau, Germany

Admire the patrician houses in the old town and see Passau’s ornately decorated cathedral.

Day 11 - Melk, Austria

Visit the renowned Benedictine abbey, admiring its medieval manuscripts and ceiling frescoes.

Scenic Sailing: Wachau Valley

Sail the picturesque Wachau Valley, a UNESCO Site, and admire views of hillside vineyards.

Krems, Austria

Visit Göttweig Abbey, admiring its ceiling frescoes, grand staircase, library and church.

Day 12 - Vienna, Austria

Admire Vienna’s architecture and discover the city’s classical music heritage.

Day 13 - Vienna, Austria

Discover the delights of Vienna as you browse the museums or enjoy a Viennese pastry.

Day 14 - Budapest, Hungary

Explore Buda’s Castle District and modern Pest, straddling the two sides of the Danube River.

Day 15  - Budapest, Hungary

Cross the Chain Bridge, browse a museum or visit a thermal spa in the “Paris of the East.”

Day 16 - Kalocsa, Hungary

Sample paprika-flavored food in this cultural center and see a Puszta horsemanship show.

Day 17 - Osijek, Croatia

See Osijek’s highlights and meet a local family; admire Vukovar’s buildings and palace.

Day 18 - Belgrade, Serbia

Walk around Kalemegdan Fortress or see the Church of St. Sava and Square of the Republic.

Day 19 - Golubac, Serbia

Learn about the history of the 14th-century Golubac Fortress and admire scenic river views.

Scenic Sailing: The Iron Gate

Sail the picturesque Danube River and admire the natural wonders of the Iron Gate.

Day 20 - Vidin, Bulgaria

Admire Vidin’s historic landmarks, including the preserved medieval castle.

Day 21 - Ruse, Bulgaria

Admire medieval architecture and sample local Bulgarian food.

Day 22 - Bucharest, Romania

Explore Romania’s capital; view the Palace of Parliament and the Village Museum.

Day 23 - Bucharest, Romania

Admire stunning architecture and explore an array of world-class museums.

*Itinerary operates in reverse.