Magnificent Europe river cruise 2019 enquire now
Cruising in the heart of Europe, discover ancient towns and grand cities. Enjoy three nights in Prague pre cruise and a luxury 14 night river cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam and 3 nights in either Paris or London post cruise. Discover the Danube cities of Buda and Pest before waltzing into Vienna for a stunning private concert featuring members of the Mozart Boys Choir.
Between Linz and Passau, enjoy a private journey aboard the Majestic Imperator. Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Rothenburg, Würzburg and Miltenberg are ripe for exploration. Relish a regal evening at Burg Namedy Castle and the enchantment of Cologne and canal-festooned Amsterdam.
- 6 nights luxury accommodation
- 14 nights luxury river cruise
- Travel by luxury air-cond. coach and train
- Sightseeing including freedom of choice per itinerary with entry fees
- 53 meals (and complimentary beverages on cruise)
- Luggage porterage, gratuities
- Escorted from Adelaide
- Services of a professional English speaking tour director
- One way home to airport transfer
- Pre-departure function, tour notes and booklet
Day 1. Arrive Prague.
Be met and transferred to your hotel before tonight’s Welcome Reception.
Three Night Grand City Stay: Prague, Radisson Blu Alcron Hotel.
Day 2. Prague.
Discover the beautiful city of Prague as you stroll over Charles Bridge. Enjoy dinner at the award-winning La Rotonde. BD
Day 3. Prague.
Explore Chateau Jemniste on a guided tour, enjoy lunch then watch on in awe as birds of prey free-fly during a falconry display. BL
Day 4. Prague, Velke Bilovice, Budapest. Travel to Velke Bilovice for a light lunch, then board your ship in Budapest. 14 Night Stay: a Concerto River Ship. BLD
Day 5. Budapest.
Enjoy a guided city tour of Budapest. This evening, enjoy a Gala Welcome Dinner. BLD
Day 6. Vienna.
Tour Vienna. Later, enjoy a private performance at Vienna’s City Palace. BLD
Day 7. Vienna.
Choose your sightseeing. BLD
Day 8. Dürnstein, Melk.
Explore Dürnstein then cruise to Melk, or ride a bicycle along the banks of the river. In Melk, tour the abbey or the town. BLD
Day 9. Linz, Passau.
Visit Salzburg or journey to Cesky Krumlov before concluding in Passau. Otherwise, cruise to Passau for a tour. BLD
Day 10. Regensburg.
Choose your sightseeing today. BLD
Day 11. Nuremberg.
Select your sightseeing. BLD
Day 12. Bamberg.
Discover Bamberg’s historic Old Town. BLD
Day 13. Wurzburg.
Choose you preferred sightseeing. BLD
Day 14. Miltenberg.
Enjoy a guided tour, take a German language lesson or embark on a hike. BLD
Day 15. Rüdesheim, Andernach.
In Rüdesheim, choose your activity. Later, enjoy a visit to Namedy Castle. BLD
Day 16. Cologne.
Tour the historic sites of Cologne on a
culinary tour or enjoy a bike ride. BLD
Day 17. Amsterdam.
Select from a range of sightseeing. BLD
Day 18. Amsterdam, Disembark Ship, Paris, PHT EXCLUSIVE. Disembark your ship for the final time. Exclusive to Phil Hoffmann Travel guests,
enjoy an included journey by high-speed Thalys train to Paris. Arrive at your hotel. Three Night Grand City Stay: Paris, Hotel du Collectionneur Arc de Triomphe. BL
Day 19. Paris.
Tour Paris and the Palace of Versailles. BL
Day 20. Paris, PHT EXCLUSIVE!
Choose your sightseeing. Enjoy an evening of French Champagne tasting
in Paris at a Farewell Reception for Phil Hoffmann Travel guests only.† Afterwards, experience the glamorous Moulin Rouge. BD
Day 21. Depart Paris.
Be transferred to the airport. B
OR CHOOSE LONDON - available on select departures
Day 18. Amsterdam, Disembark Ship, London.
Journey by high-speed train to London. Three Night Grand City Stay: London,
The May Fair Hotel. BL
Day 19. London, PHT EXCLUSIVE!
This morning, you’ll experience an exclusive visit to the Tower of London before
it is open to the public, including a private viewing of the Crown Jewels. Afterwards, visit Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore. This evening, sample a variety of gins during a private Farewell Reception, exclusive to Phil Hoffmann Travel.† Then, enjoy a Farewell
Dinner at a traditional English pub. BD
Day 20. London.
This morning choose from a range of included sightseeing options. Perhaps take a tour of Westminster Abbey or take a river cruise on the Thames. Later, visit the Bentley Hotel for a lavish afternoon tea in a private room decorated with silk walls, hand painted gold leaf, and crystal chandeliers. Here,
you’ll meet with the former head butler of Burghley House, who will explain the
history and etiquette of afternoon tea. B
Day 21. Depart London.
Be transferred to the airport. B
Depart | Return | Tour Escort | Window | Balcony | Single |
21 May 19- Prague | 10 Jun 19 - Paris | Peter Carey | $14,845 | $18,645 | $21,345 |
18 June 19- Prague | 08 July 19 - Paris | Patsy Blight | 21 DAYS SOLD OUT ... enquiry about our 18 day option |
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30 Jul 19- Prague | 19 Aug 19 - Paris | Chrissie Mainprize | $14,345 | $18,145 | $20,745 |
19 Nov 19 - Prague | 09 Dec 19 - Paris | Mike Clark | $12,345 | $14,945 | $17,595 |