Paris
Paris 10/18/2023
Arrive in Paris, the romantic capital of France. Transfer from the Charles de Gaulle airport to your hotel for a two-night stay. After check-in, enjoy free time to explore this exciting city, or join our "welcome walk" to stretch your legs and get oriented.,
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10/18/2023 |
10/18/2023 |
Paris
Paris 10/19/2023
Today's tour begins with a drive along the Champs-Élysées, past the Arc de Triomphe to the world-famous Louvre. The remainder of the day is yours to experience more of this timeless city: visit a museum, explore Montmartre, or take a moonlit cruise along the Seine River. The banks of the Seine, with their graceful bridges and unrivaled city views, are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As always, your program director can help you plan your free time. (Breakfast),
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10/19/2023 |
10/19/2023 |
Paris
Paris 10/20/2023
Today, stop in Reims for lunch and a visit to Reims Cathedral before continuing on to the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay homage to the many Americans who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Continue on to Trier and embark your ship. Dinner is served onboard. (Breakfast, Dinner),
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10/20/2023 |
10/20/2023 |
Reims
Reims 10/20/2023
Today, stop in Reims for lunch and a visit to Reims Cathedral before continuing on to the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay homage to the many Americans who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Continue on to Trier and embark your ship. Dinner is served onboard. (Breakfast, Dinner),
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10/20/2023 |
10/20/2023 |
Luxembourg
Luxembourg 10/20/2023
Today, stop in Reims for lunch and a visit to Reims Cathedral before continuing on to the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay homage to the many Americans who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Continue on to Trier and embark your ship. Dinner is served onboard. (Breakfast, Dinner),
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10/20/2023 |
10/20/2023 |
Cruise Starts (Embarkation)
Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 10/20/2023
Today, stop in Reims for lunch and a visit to Reims Cathedral before continuing on to the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay homage to the many Americans who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Continue on to Trier and embark your ship. Dinner is served onboard. (Breakfast, Dinner),
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10/20/2023 |
10/20/2023 |
Trier
Trier 10/20/2023
Today, stop in Reims for lunch and a visit to Reims Cathedral before continuing on to the Luxembourg American Cemetery to pay homage to the many Americans who lost their lives during the World War II Battle of the Bulge. Continue on to Trier and embark your ship. Dinner is served onboard. (Breakfast, Dinner),
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10/20/2023 |
10/20/2023 |
Trier
Trier 10/21/2023
Enjoy a morning tour of Trier, Germany's oldest city, set on the banks of the Moselle River. See the wonderfully preserved Roman Porta Nigra gate, Trier Cathedral, and Church of Our Lady. Lunch is served on your ship as we depart. Enjoy scenic cruising along the Moselle this afternoon. We dock in Bernkastel around dinnertime. After your evening meal, you can take a walk through the town's cobblestone streets, or join an optional wine-tasting excursion in this famous wine region. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/21/2023 |
10/21/2023 |
Bernkastel
Bernkastel 10/21/2023
Enjoy a morning tour of Trier, Germany's oldest city, set on the banks of the Moselle River. See the wonderfully preserved Roman Porta Nigra gate, Trier Cathedral, and Church of Our Lady. Lunch is served on your ship as we depart. Enjoy scenic cruising along the Moselle this afternoon. We dock in Bernkastel around dinnertime. After your evening meal, you can take a walk through the town's cobblestone streets, or join an optional wine-tasting excursion in this famous wine region. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/21/2023 |
10/21/2023 |
Cochem
Cochem 10/22/2023
A walking tour takes you through the quaint Moselle town of Cochem. Then, visit imposing Reichsburg Castle. After lunch, you sail the scenic Moselle to Winningen, arriving in the evening during dinner. Explore the cobbled streets and cafés, or stay on your ship and hear folktales about the Moselle. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/22/2023 |
10/22/2023 |
Winningen
Winningen 10/22/2023
A walking tour takes you through the quaint Moselle town of Cochem. Then, visit imposing Reichsburg Castle. After lunch, you sail the scenic Moselle to Winningen, arriving in the evening during dinner. Explore the cobbled streets and cafés, or stay on your ship and hear folktales about the Moselle. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/22/2023 |
10/22/2023 |
Koblenz
Koblenz 10/23/2023
After breakfast, disembark for a tour of Marksburg Castle, the only Rhine fortress that was never destroyed. Since its fortifications have remained so intact, stepping inside is a veritable journey back to the Middle Ages. Take in views of the Rhine Valley from this castle's stunning vantage point. Return to your ship for lunch and enjoy cruising through the storied Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lined with medieval castles, historic towns, and vineyards. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/23/2023 |
10/23/2023 |
Braubach
Braubach 10/23/2023
After breakfast, disembark for a tour of Marksburg Castle, the only Rhine fortress that was never destroyed. Since its fortifications have remained so intact, stepping inside is a veritable journey back to the Middle Ages. Take in views of the Rhine Valley from this castle's stunning vantage point. Return to your ship for lunch and enjoy cruising through the storied Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lined with medieval castles, historic towns, and vineyards. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/23/2023 |
10/23/2023 |
Marksburg, Braubach
Marksburg, Braubach 10/23/2023
After breakfast, disembark for a tour of Marksburg Castle, the only Rhine fortress that was never destroyed. Since its fortifications have remained so intact, stepping inside is a veritable journey back to the Middle Ages. Take in views of the Rhine Valley from this castle's stunning vantage point. Return to your ship for lunch and enjoy cruising through the storied Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lined with medieval castles, historic towns, and vineyards. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/23/2023 |
10/23/2023 |
Rhine Gorge
Rhine Gorge 10/23/2023
After breakfast, disembark for a tour of Marksburg Castle, the only Rhine fortress that was never destroyed. Since its fortifications have remained so intact, stepping inside is a veritable journey back to the Middle Ages. Take in views of the Rhine Valley from this castle's stunning vantage point. Return to your ship for lunch and enjoy cruising through the storied Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lined with medieval castles, historic towns, and vineyards. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/23/2023 |
10/23/2023 |
Miltenberg
Miltenberg 10/24/2023
Today's full-day excursion takes you to Heidelberg, home to Germany's oldest university. Tour the imposing red sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle, built in the 12th century but twice destroyed by lightning and then later rebuilt. A guided walk through Heidelberg's Old Town and marketplace is included, as is lunch in a local restaurant. Return to your ship for dinner and departure. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/24/2023 |
10/24/2023 |
Heidelberg
Heidelberg 10/24/2023
Today's full-day excursion takes you to Heidelberg, home to Germany's oldest university. Tour the imposing red sandstone ruins of Heidelberg Castle, built in the 12th century but twice destroyed by lightning and then later rebuilt. A guided walk through Heidelberg's Old Town and marketplace is included, as is lunch in a local restaurant. Return to your ship for dinner and departure. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/24/2023 |
10/24/2023 |
Karlstadt
Karlstadt 10/25/2023
Disembark in Karlstadt and take a half-day excursion to the enticing Franconian wine town of Würzburg where you tour the Bishops' Residenz, a beautiful Baroque palace with numerous paintings and frescoes. Enjoy some free time in Würzburg this afternoon, or join an optional journey along the "Romantic Road" to the walled medieval village of Rothenburg. Meet your ship in Würzburg and dine onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/25/2023 |
10/25/2023 |
Wurzburg
Wurzburg 10/25/2023
Disembark in Karlstadt and take a half-day excursion to the enticing Franconian wine town of Würzburg where you tour the Bishops' Residenz, a beautiful Baroque palace with numerous paintings and frescoes. Enjoy some free time in Würzburg this afternoon, or join an optional journey along the "Romantic Road" to the walled medieval village of Rothenburg. Meet your ship in Würzburg and dine onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/25/2023 |
10/25/2023 |
Bamberg
Bamberg 10/26/2023
This morning, enjoy scenic cruising along the Main River as you make your way eastward through the Franconia region of Germany. After lunch, we stop in the historic town of Bamberg, founded in 902 and an important center of the German Enlightenment. Enjoy a walking tour of Bamberg's beautifully preserved Old Town area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, then take time to explore or perhaps sample the town's famous locally brewed smoky beer, Rauchbier. Dine onboard. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner),
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10/26/2023 |
10/26/2023 |
Bamberg
Bamberg 10/27/2023
After breakfast, disembark in Bamberg for a tour of the Bavarian city of Nuremberg. See the ruins of Zeppelin Field, Nazi parade grounds of the 1930s, and the Palace of Justice, the venerable vestige of the Nuremberg Trials. Enjoy lunch on your own, then transfer to Prague. Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and take time to explore the city and see what you discover. (Breakfast),
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10/27/2023 |
10/27/2023 |
Cruise Ends (Debarkation)
Cruise Ends (Debarkation) 10/27/2023
After breakfast, disembark in Bamberg for a tour of the Bavarian city of Nuremberg. See the ruins of Zeppelin Field, Nazi parade grounds of the 1930s, and the Palace of Justice, the venerable vestige of the Nuremberg Trials. Enjoy lunch on your own, then transfer to Prague. Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and take time to explore the city and see what you discover. (Breakfast),
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10/27/2023 |
10/27/2023 |
Nuremberg
Nuremberg 10/27/2023
After breakfast, disembark in Bamberg for a tour of the Bavarian city of Nuremberg. See the ruins of Zeppelin Field, Nazi parade grounds of the 1930s, and the Palace of Justice, the venerable vestige of the Nuremberg Trials. Enjoy lunch on your own, then transfer to Prague. Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and take time to explore the city and see what you discover. (Breakfast),
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Nuremberg: From history to Bratwurst and ginger bread
<strong><span><span>Highlights:</span></span></strong><br />
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<span><span>Meet your experienced and fully licensed driver-guide to discuss your interests for the day before getting started</span></span><br />
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<span><span>Nuremberg was one of the richest and most important 'free cities' of the Holy German Empire, whose golden age, the German Renaissance, produced such illustrious artists as the painter Albrecht Duerer, the sculptor Veit Stoß and the mastersinger Hans Sachs</span></span><br />
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<span><span>Explore the old town market place and sample traditional ginger bread at the legendary local bakeries before heading to the beautiful Fountain and Church of our Lady as well as Sebaldus Church. </span></span><br />
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<span><span>Stroll the alleys uphill to the Imperial Castle, affording excellent views over historic city center and passing Albrecht Duerer house along the way</span></span><br />
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<span><span>Depending on interest visit sites such as the Nazi documentation centre at the former rallye grounds or the famous room 600 where the Nazi trials were held after WWII</span></span><br />
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<span><span>End of tour at Altstadt brewery to enjoy a beer and original Nuremberg sausages before heading back to the ship </span></span><br />
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<strong><span><span>Tour Duration: </span></span></strong><span><span>6 hours</span></span><br />
<strong><span><span>Tour can operate:</span></span></strong><span><span> All day</span></span><br />
<strong><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></span></strong><span><span> Yes </span></span><br />
<strong><span><span>Physical Activity Level: </span></span></strong><span><span>Light </span></span><br />
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<strong><span><span>Inclusions:</span></span></strong>
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<li><span><span>Transportation by luxury car </span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Touring with one of our excellent driver-guides</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>All taxes</span></span></li>
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<strong><span><span>Not Included: </span></span></strong>

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<li><span><span>Meals </span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Optional admissions and museum licensing fees</span></span></li>
<li><span><span>Tipping at your discretion</span></span></li>
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10/27/2023 |
10/27/2023 |
Prague
Prague 10/27/2023
After breakfast, disembark in Bamberg for a tour of the Bavarian city of Nuremberg. See the ruins of Zeppelin Field, Nazi parade grounds of the 1930s, and the Palace of Justice, the venerable vestige of the Nuremberg Trials. Enjoy lunch on your own, then transfer to Prague. Check into your hotel for a two-night stay and take time to explore the city and see what you discover. (Breakfast),
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10/27/2023 |
10/27/2023 |
Prague
Prague 10/28/2023
This morning, tour the "City of a Hundred Spires". A guided walk takes you through Old Town to the famed Charles Bridge. Then, travel to Hradcany for a guided tour inside Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure; you can see the Town Hall's intricate 15th-century astronomical clock and spend some time in historic Wenceslas Square. You also have the opportunity today to join an optional tour to Lobkowicz Palace. (Breakfast),
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10/28/2023 |
10/28/2023 |
Prague
Prague 10/29/2023
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and proceed to the airport for your return flight. Or, extend your journey with two additional nights in Prague and discover more of this celebrated city. (Breakfast),
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10/29/2023 |
10/29/2023 |