The 2023 5★ All-Inclusive Magnificent Europe

Your Private UK Chauffeur Service will transfer you to the airport in style

(regional flights may be available on request)

Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury river ship for your 14 night cruise. This evening meet your Cruise Director and fellow passengers at a Captain’s Welcome Reception. (D)

Board a glass-top boat and glide through Amsterdam’s maze of waterways with a local guide, before enjoying some free time to explore this lively city.

Later, travel by coach to Utrecht, via Rembrandt’s Windmill. From here, your ship will set off along the Rhine as you prepare for tonight’s special Gala Dinner. (B,L,D)

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Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the landscaped parks and gardens between the castle and the lodge.

Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the Kolner Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you cruise into this picturesque city.

Disembark and take the short drive to Bruhl for your Insider Experience. (B,L,D)

Dock in Rudesheim, and board the Winzerexpress mini-train, bound for Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. (B,L,D)

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Get a glimpse into local life as you are welcomed into the home of a friendly Miltenberg family. Enjoy coffee and cake made by your gracious hosts.

Discover Miltenberg today, exploring this well-preserved town’s half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th to 18th century. (B,L,D)

Board a coach and travel through the rolling hills to Wurzburg. Admire the baroque palace and walk through the beautiful Court Garden.

Later, perhaps enjoy an optional visit to medieval Rothenburg, a true fairytale town. (B,L,D)

Cruise along the last stretch of the Main River before arriving at Bamberg. Here, choose between an afternoon of free time or a guided tour.

Later on this evening, your ship will reach the Main-Danube Canal. (B,L,D)

Explore Nuremberg, the site of Hitler’s now infamous rallies. Wander the cobblestone streets, discovering hidden boutiques and artisan stores.

Finish your day cruising through the Main-Danube Canal, crossing Europe’s Continental Divide thanks to the canal’s 16 stair-step locks. (B,L,D)

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This evening, enjoy an authentic Bavarian experience on board as you sample local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.

Having reached the Danube River overnight, Regensburg awaits. Spend the day in this charming city, docked right in the heart of town, and join a guided walking tour to see its major sights. (B,L,D)

As you enjoy your breakfast, arrive in the ‘Three Rivers City’ of Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube.

Explore the city at your leisure this morning, or grab a bike and set out to explore.

Alternatively, join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or travel to Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’. (B,L,D)

Join a local guide to see Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089.

Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, then continue to Durnstein, where you have a free afternoon to explore. (B,L,D)

In Vienna, join a walking tour of St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace and the Albertina.

Afterwards, you may enjoy visiting the Naschmarkt.

This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music’. (B,L,D)

Today is yours to explore Vienna. Perhaps visit the Hofburg area and the Imperial Treasury.

Otherwise, enjoy an optional excursion to Schönbrunn Palace, or head to Bratislava. (B,L,D)

After breakfast, join a local guide to explore the city.

Tonight after a Captain’s Farewell Dinner, set off on a magical twilight cruise through Budapest. (B,L,D)

After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport for your flight to London (regional flights may be available on request) (B)

Your Private UK Chauffeur Service will transfer you home in style