Across Europe | Amsterdam to Budapest: 14-Nights
$4783 $4633 per person
* Prices are USD per person based on double / twin occupancy – 2 people sharing, in a C- 4 Haydn Deck stateroom.
** Discounted price is based on July 27, 2024 sailing including early booking discount.
Upgrades
C-1 Haydn: +$723 pp
B-4 Strauss:+$1491 pp
B-1 Strauss:+$1966 pp
A-1 Mozart:+$2565 pp
Suite Mozart:+$3783 pp
This cruise spans 2,000 kilometers across Europe, from Amsterdam at the North Sea to Budapest, the so-called “Queen of the Danube”.
Highlights of the cruise include the passage through the Main-Danube canal, visits to numerous capital cities, unique landscapes such as the myth-enshrouded Lorelei Rock, the “Schlögener Schlinge” below Passau, the picturesque Wachau region, and the Danube knee at Visegrad (the Hungarian Wachau).
You will also see imposing architectural buildings along the banks of the rivers, such as Melk Abbey and the Esztergom Basilica, high above the Danube — both witnesses of several hundred years of European history.
This cruise is a fascinating trip through Europe’s heritage of art and culture.
What’s Included:
- Large, outside river-view staterooms, most with French balconies or walk-out balconies
- Free-flowing red & white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, beer & soft drinks
with every lunch and dinner onboard - Gourmet dining onboard
- Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner
- Services of an experienced English-speaking onboard Cruise Director
- 24 hour coffee and tea station
- All onboard entertainment including talks, cooking demonstrations, musical performances and nightly piano music
- Fitness room (open 24 hours)
- Bottled water in every stateroom
- In-stateroom infotainment center
- Complimentary Wi-Fi onboard
- Complimentary use of onboard bicycles
- Complimentary state-of-the-art audio headsets for optional excursions
- All local taxes & port charges included
*MEMBER BENEFIT: Onboard Credit of 25 Euros per person
Seasonal promotions may be available, please check when inquiring.
Deposit and Payments: 10% initial non-refundable deposit/final balance due 120 days prior to departure
Call for assistance: 1-800-481-9739 ext 0
Mention Promo Code for Savings: ARC2025
Departure Dates
May 9
July 27
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Destination
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Arrival City
Amsterdam, Netherlands -
Departure City
Budapest, Hungary -
Activity Level
Leisurely -
Passenger Limit
162
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Arrive in Amsterdam
The historic Dutch capital city of Amsterdam is a wonderful starting point for your 15 day European cruise across Europe. After embarkation, enjoy an evening Welcome Cocktail, followed by a carefully prepared Welcome Dinner. The vessel overnights in Amsterdam.
Meals Provided: Dinner
2
Amsterdam to Utrecht
Begin your exploration with a relaxing cruise through a myriad of landscapes along the Rhine river, For more active pursuits, spend the morning exploring the canal city of Amsterdam and the surrounding countryside, rejoing the vessel in the town of Utrecht in time for lunch. This evening join your fellow travelers for dinner
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Canal Boat Tour and Dutch Cheese Tasting
3
Cologne
After breakfast, view our arrival into the beautiful city of Cologne. Every year visitors from all over the world are drawn to the historical city and its 2000-year history. Explore the historic Old Town and visit the famous twin-spired Cologne Cathedral, along with the twelve Romanesque Cathedrals that span the city. There are many medieval houses, bridges, and gates that will delight the historian in you, while the more modern skyscrapers that tower overhead are sure to impress. To sample a bit of local flora and fauna, the National Park lies a short ride from the city. After an exciting day, return to the vessel spend the evening cruising the Danube.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Visit the Famous Cologne Cathedral
4
Oberwesel
Early this morning, join your fellow travellers on deck for the famous passage of the Loreley. This narrow passage on the Rhine has inspired a modern day folklore story of the siren of the river. After breakfast the vessel docks in Oberwesel, the ‘City of Towers,’. Enjoy a walk around the wall that still surrounds much of the city. There are a large number of churches, as well as many historic houses that showcase the architecture of the 17th and 18th centuries. Spend the afternoon relaxing on deck, with the passing of the beautiful Rhineland countryside, as the vessel continues its journey.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Passage of the Loreley at Sunrise
5
Miltenberg to Wertheim
Today, choose to remain onboard for a relaxing day or join our optional excursion in the afternoon to Miltenberg and Wertheim, two towns famous for their architecture and museums. Both are unique in their own way and are reflective of the storied history of the area. In Wertheim explore the medieval streets with its half-timbered houses and glass museum. In Miltenberg walk through the streets lined with half timbered houses and historic market square. This evening, enjoy another memorable meal as the ship plies the waters toward our next stop.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Half timbered houses along the Main river
6
Würzburg
Welcome to the Bavarian city of Würzburg, located in the heart of the Franconian wine region! Experience the many beautiful sights of the town such as the marketplace, the Maria Chapel and the old main bridge, the Marienberg Fortress and the surrounding vineyards. As the central hub for wineries in this part of Germany, Würzburg is the perfect place to visit some of the local wineries for tastings. Relax onboard this afternoon and enjoy a sumptuous dinner.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Würzburg Residence and wine-tasting
7
Bamberg
The morning is spent cruising the beautiful Main. After lunch arrive in the UNESCO-protected Imperial city of Bamberg and see the New Residence, the unique Town Hall built on a bridge, and the Imperial Cathedral with its four towers. Overlooking the city are seven churches, each atop a hill, surrounding the town. This evening, we transit the Main-Danube canal highlighted with a talk onboard about this important waterway.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Historic Old Town of Bamberg and Main-Danube Canal
8
Nuremberg
Following breakfast, enjoy your day in Nuremberg. Consider a visit to the romantic Old Town of Nuremberg, lovingly restored after the destruction incurred during World War II. A hub for history, Nuremberg is home to many museums including the Documentation Center, which recounts the effects of the Nazi Regime and World War II on the city and surrounding areas. Back on board, it’s full steam ahead before crossing the European watershed separating the Main and Danube Rivers.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: City Tour of Nuremberg Guided Tour of the Nazi Documentation Centre
9
Regensburg
In the afternoon, visit one of Germany’s most well preserved medieval cities. This UNESCO world heritage site boasts architecture from many centuries, reflective of its varied history throughout the centuries. The stone bridge, built in 1135-1146, the Church of St James, and the Schloss of Thurn and Taxis are a few of the highlights of this beautiful city. This evening is a special Bavarian theme celebrating the wonderful region cruised thus far.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Regensburg walking tour
10
Passau
Arrive in time for lunch in the three-rivers city of Passau, lying at the confluence of the Danube, the Inn and the Ilz. Explore the city with its St. Stephen’s Cathedral, home to one oft he largest pipe organs in the world. The imposing fortress Veste Oberhaus is located high on the hill, overlooking the town and the three rivers. Back onboard, enjoy dinner as the vessel sets off toward the romantic Wachau Valley.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Passau walking tour
11
Emmersdorf|Melk|Dürnstein|Vienna
In the early morning, dock in Emmersdorf, in the heart of the UNESCO-protected, cultural heritage landscape, of the Wachau Valley. Spend the morning discovering this typical small town in Lower Austria or travel across the river to nearby Melk and its magnificent Benedictine abbey. - the largest in Austria. Back onboard for lunch, continue through the vineyards of the Wachau to the village of Dürnstein. Spend the afternoon in the romantic village with its iconic blue church and winding streets, and perhaps sample the local wines. Vienna. After dinner, arrive in Vienna and opt for the “Sound of Vienna” and listen to the “Alt Wien” orchestra play popular pieces from Vienna’s classical era, at a local salon, as the vessel remains overnight.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: Excursion to Melk Abbey Dürnstein walking tour and wine tasting Concert "'Sound of Vienna"
12
Vienna
There is much to see and do in this Imperial capital city.. Drive the Ringstrasse with its impressive buildings, see the famous Vienna State Opera House, the Museums Quarter with historic and contemporary buildings with works by Egon Schiele, Gustav Klimt and other artists, St Stephen’s Cathedral and numerous other important sites. In the afternoon continue your exploration or perhaps venture to Schönbrunn Palace, the sumptuous former summer palace and gardens of Empress Maria Theresia. After a full day of exploration, enjoy a relaxing dinner onboard.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion: City tour of Vienna Guided tour of Schonbrunn Palace
13
Bratislava
Awake today in the capital city of Bratislava in Slovakia. Walk through the city, see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and the current residence of the president of Slovakia. Traverse through the restored old town, from Michael’s Gate, and admire other impressive sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral, former coronation cathedral for Hungarian kings. Bratislava is a little jewel along the Danube. This evening celebrate with the Captain’s Gala Dinner.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion:
14
Budapest
The beautiful Hungarian capital of Budapest is a perfect finale to your trip. One of the largest cities in the European Union, Budapest offers many interesting sites, including the largest building in Hungary: the neo-Gothic Parliament building, Fisherman’s Bastion, Buda Castle and the Chain Bridge, which connects the two sides of the city – Buda and Pest.
Onboard this evening, enjoy a Hungarian folklore show as your vessel cruises the Danube to see the beautiful city by night. Remain overnight.
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursion:
15
Budapest - Depart for home
After breakfast, we bid you farewell. We hope to welcome you again soon!
Meals Provided: Breakfast
Meals Provided: Breakfast
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