11 Day Gems of Europe River Cruise and Prague

Prague to Budapest

Overview

DAY 1: Prague
Welcome to Prague. You will be met at the airport by your Scenic Tours Representative and transferred* to your centrally located hotel. Enjoy a welcome drink this evening with your fellow travellers and Tour Director.
Three Night Special Stay: Prague

DAY 2: Prague (FB)
Prague is possibly Europe’s most attractive city. This morning with our local guide we will walk around the Mala Strana and walk across the Charles Bridge. One of the most familiar sights in Prague, the Charles Bridge was commissioned in 1357 by Charles IV after the Judith Bridge was destroyed by floods. We continue our guided touring to the Old Town where we concluded our tour at the foot of the Astronomical clock.

DAY 3: Prague (FB)
Enjoy exploring this magnificent city at your leisure where your Tour Director is on hand to help plan your day. You may wish to visit the Old Jewish Cemetery and Gothic Synagogue, built around 1270 or visit one of the many museums Prague has to offer. If crystal is your thing then perhaps you may choose to visit Ruckl crystal, linked to a 300 year long tradition in glass making as a family and today manufactures an extensive range of leaded crystal in a wide variety of decorations.

DAY 4: Prague – Nuremberg (FB,D)
Today we journey by coach to Nuremberg. On arrival you will be personally welcomed by our friendly dedicated staff onboard your luxury Scenic ‘Space-Ship’. After unpacking for the start of your 7 night voyage, join your fellow guest for a Welcome Cocktail in the lounge.

DAY 5: Nuremberg (FB,L,D)
History opens up today as you take a privileged Included guided tour of Nuremberg’s old town. See the Justice Palace and Imperial Castle before heading off to visit the Nuremberg Rallies site and self guided tour of the WWII Documentation Centre. Enjoy the Captain’s welcome dinner this evening.

DAY 6: Regensburg (FB,L,D)
Be fascinated today as we cruise through the last stretch of the Main-Danube Canal and learn about the engineering of the step locks and how this construction has opened up the waterways from the Rhine Delta in Holland to the Danube Delta in the Black Sea. Regensburg is one of Germany’s finest preserved cities and you’ll appreciate the beauty on an Included guided walking tour. Witness the beautiful white and gold Old Chapel before walking over the stone bridge across the Danube for a view of the cityscape.

DAY 7: Passau – Linz (FB,L,D)
Your Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE today gives you a choice of three countries all offering their own unique charm: (1) A guided tour of Passau followed by a relaxing afternoon of cruising through the European Alps; or (2) Visit Salzburg, setting for ‘The Sound of Music’ and birthplace of Mozart; or (3) a full day excursion to the beautiful medieval Czech town of Cesky Krumlov. Appreciate the incredible value as you savour your discoveries tonight perhaps over an intimate dinner at Scenic’s exclusive Portobello’s fine dining restaurant.

DAY 8: Melk – Dürnstein – Vienna (FB,L,D)
This morning your ship docks in the town of Melk where we discover the magnificent Benedictine Abbey. During your Included visit inside the Abbey you will be treated to an exclusive SCENIC ENRICH organ recital, performed by one of the housing Benedictine Monks. This afternoon your ‘Space-Ship’ glides through the wine region of the Wachau Valley to the picturesque town of Dürnstein. Enjoy time at leisure to explore one of the most enchanting villages in the region or join us for a guided bike tour through the vine yards. Tonight our cruise ship arrives in Vienna.

DAY 9: Vienna (FB,L,D)
To get acquainted with this beautiful city, enjoy an Included tour of the famous sights including the Ringstrasse and the Hofburg Palace. For the more adventurous choose our SCENIC FREE TIME: Self guided audio tour. Following the city tour you may choose from the following Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE options: (1) A fabulous guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer palace of the Hapsburgs; or (2) Visit the State Opera House before enjoying coffee and cake in a famous Viennese café. Afterwards enjoy time at leisure with your Cruise Director on hand to enhance your experience. Perhaps, visit one of the many museums on offer or shop along the famous “Kartnerstrausse”. Tonight be enchanted by the charm of Viennese fine arts and culture. SCENIC ENRICH highlights include a glass of Austrian ‘Sekt’ at the majestic Palais Liechtenstein before an enchanting private Viennese evening concert featuring the music of Strauss and Mozart.

DAY 10: Budapest (FB,L,D)
Budapest is one of Eastern Europe’s most ancient cities. Choose from one of the following Included SCENIC FREE CHOICE tours: (1) Guided City tour of both Buda and Pest highlighting the cites finest attractions; or (2) Relax in the Thermal Baths and Spa; or (3) Relive the history of Hungary’s Communist past and pay tribute to its regime victims at the Museum and Memorial Park dedicated to this era. Tonight celebrate with Folklore music before a wonderful farewell dinner.

DAY 11: Budapest (FB)
After breakfast this morning it’s time to farewell your fellow passengers and disembark the ship. Your Scenic Tours Representative will transfer* you to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.

*Check transfer entitlements with your Travel Agent. For passengers who have already received documentation - refer to your booking summary.