European Gems

Enjoy the best of Europe on a 14-night premium river cruise. Begin in Budapest, Hungary’s grand capital, before heading to elegant Vienna. Explore some of Germany’s most beautiful towns along the Rhine River and end in picturesque Amsterdam. 

 Your Fly, Stay & Cruise Package Includes:  

Cruise Itinerary;

Day 1-  Budapest, Embark Ship 

Arrive in the enthralling city of Budapest, where your river ship awaits on the Danube River. Enjoy a Welcome Reception and meet your fellow travellers and Cruise Director. 

Stay: 14 Nights, aboard your Travelmarvel river ship 

Daily:·  Dinner 

Day 2 - Budapest 

Awake to views of one of the Danube’s most enchanting cities this morning. Disembark and learn about the vibrant history of Budapest as your local guide takes you to a host of impressive sights. Back on board this evening, enjoy a delightful Gala Welcome Dinner while you cruise. 

Insider Experience - Hungarian State Opera performance 

Visit the Hungarian State Opera for a guided tour. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine as you're treated to a private opera recital. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Insider Experiences 

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary. 

Day 3 - Vienna 

On arrival in the city centre, join a walking tour to uncover sights like St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben and Hofburg Palace. Later, explore the vibrant Naschmarkt at your leisure. This evening, perhaps attend an optional concert for a memorable experience. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 4 - Vienna 

With the day at leisure, perhaps explore the Hofburg district or wander along Kärntner Straße, the city’s famous shopping boulevard. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Schloss Hof or travel to Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital. This evening, you may wish to attend an optional concert. 

Enhance Your Journey – Schloss Hof and Lipizzaner Experience 

Enjoy a guided tour of the Schloss Hof estate, once the residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy and later Empress Maria Theresa of Austria. Explore the resplendent palace apartments adorned with exquisite textiles and glass chandeliers, before strolling through the Baroque gardens. Afterwards, enjoy a private tour of the stables, where you’ll encounter the magnificent Lipizzaner horses up close. Learn what makes these noble horses so special through insights into their breeding, care and training, before witnessing an exclusive performance that showcases their remarkable grace and discipline. 

Enhance Your Journey – Visit Bratislava in Slovakia 

Visit Bratislava, a charming city where medieval, Baroque and communist-era architecture meet. See landmarks such as the UFO Bridge and the distinctive Slovak Radio Building, each reflecting the city’s intriguing past. 

Enhance Your Journey – Mozart and Strauss Concert 

Attend a Mozart and Strauss concert in one of Vienna’s historic palaces or concert halls, followed by an evening drive along the Ringstrasse. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 5 - Dürnstein, Melk 

Cruise to Dürnstein, a charming town watched over by the hilltop ruins of the castle where King Richard the Lionheart was famously imprisoned in the 12th century. Spend your morning wandering its cobbled streets, historic townhouses, and inviting taverns. You might also choose to join an optional tour and sample the region’s renowned wines. Later, sail through the scenic Wachau Valley before docking in Melk to tour its magnificent abbey, a Benedictine monastery in continuous operation since 1089. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 6 - Aschach, Passau 

Today, you can choose to join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or visit Salzburg. Alternatively, enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Passau. 

Insider Experience – Bavarian Evening on Board 

Tonight, enjoy a traditional Bavarian experience on board. Sample delicious local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.  

Enhance Your Journey – Český Krumlov 

Enjoy a fascinating day excursion to the city of Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, home to more than 300 historical buildings. 

Enhance Your Journey – Salzburg Sights 

Take a trip through the stunning scenery of Austria. Visit Mondsee, where you may recognise the famous Wedding Church from ‘The Sound of Music’. Continue to Salzburg and be guided through the town Mozart called home. Enjoy some free time to explore explore at your leisure before returning to your ship. 

Enhance Your Journey – Passau Culinary Tour 

In the beautiful city of Passau, enjoy a guided walking tour, taking in the historic sites as you roam the cobblestone lanes of the Altstadt. You'll also get to sample a variety of sweet and savoury local specialties. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 7 - Regensburg 

Continue along the Danube River to Regensburg, located in the Bavarian region of southern Germany. Here, join a guided tour of the city’s historic streets, medieval buildings, and cultural sites. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 8  - Nuremberg 

Arrive in Nuremberg, the site of Hitler’s infamous rallies during World War II. Take a city tour this afternoon, which includes sights such as the Zeppelin Field and Palace of Justice. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 9 - Bamberg 

Bamberg, one of the few German cities spared destruction during World War II, beckons your attention today. You’ll gain great insight during a locally guided tour of the historic city.  Gaze upon sights such as the Old Town Hall and the Bamberg Cathedral, followed by some free time to explore. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 10 - Würzburg 

Surrounded by lush hills and vineyards, Würzburg is home to the stunning baroque Würzburg Residence. Explore the palace and the city's Court Garden before perhaps opting for a visit to medieval Rothenburg, a fairytale town nestled along the Romantic Road. 

Enhance Your Journey – Medieval Rothenburg Tour 

Depart from Würzburg for an excursion to Rothenburg, a beautiful medieval walled town located on the Romantic Road in Franconia. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 11- Miltenberg 

Discover  Miltenberg  today, exploring this well-preserved town’s half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th to 18th centuries. Return to your ship and enjoy time at leisure. As the sun sets, watch the lights of medieval towns slip past as you cruise through the night. 

Insider Experience – Culinary Tour in Miltenberg 

Gain a glimpse into local life in Miltenberg as you embark on a culinary walking tour. Sample regional specialties at a local butcher and baker before finishing with a tasting at a local distillery. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 12 - Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge 

In  Rüdesheim, the Winzerexpress mini road train will take you to Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Later, back on board, enjoy spectacular scenery as you sail along the Rhine Gorge. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 13 - Cologne, Brühl 

Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the  Kölner  Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you cruise into this picturesque city. Disembark and take the short drive to  Brühl for your Insider Experience.  

Insider Experience – Augustusburg Palace in Germany 

Explore the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August, the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace in Brühl. Listen to enthralling stories, and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the palace and the Falkenlust hunting lodge. The palace and the lodge are some of the finest examples of Rococo architecture from 18th-century Germany. 

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 14 - Amsterdam 

Amsterdam’s network of canals is a sight to behold. Dock in the city’s heart and board a glass-top boat to discover its views. Back on land, enjoy free time before a Captain’s Farewell Dinner on board.  

Daily:·  Breakfast·  Lunch·  Dinner 

Day 15 - Disembark Ship, Depart Amsterdam 

After breakfast, disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. 

Daily:·  Breakfast