Magnificent Europe

Magnificent Europe – ms Amadagio

Cruising the waterways of Central Europe in comfort while visiting Castles, Palaces and stunning Cathedrals.

Itinerary

Day 1, Sun. ARRIVE BUDAPEST, HUNGARY
Arrive in Budapest and transfer to your luxurious river cruise ship, which is conveniently moored in the city center. This evening meet your fellow travellers at the Welcome Cocktail Reception followed by dinner.
Board Ms Amadagio or Ms Amalegro for 14 nights
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Day 2, Mon. BUDAPEST
Morning sightseeing includes Buda and Pest. From historic Buda Castle, a splendid view of the twin cities of Buda and Pest spread over both banks of the River. Your tour also features the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion, the marvelous Royal Palace, St. Stephen’s Basilica, and much more. Your afternoon is free.
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Day 3, Tue. BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA
Relax on board this morning as you cruise towards Bratislava, capital of the Slovak Republic. An afternoon walking tour reveals the city’s major sights, including the Old Town Hall, the stunning Mirbach Palace and Gothic St. Martin’s Cathedral. Later there is time to explore on your own. After dinner you can enjoy an enchanting music performance on board.
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Day 4, Wed. VIENNA, AUSTRIA
A wonderful day to savour the baroque elegance of romantic Vienna. A guided sightseeing tour includes the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House, the majestic Ringstrasse and awe-inspiring St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Free afternoon to stroll along Kärtnerstrasse or sample Vienna’s famous pastries. Tonight explore the vibrant capital on your own or come along for an optional Mozart and Strauss concert.
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Day 5, Thu. DURNSTEIN – MELK,
Early this morning reach the Wachau Valley. Stop in Dürnstein and marvel at the magnificent blue façade of the baroque Stiftskirche. Above town you’ll spot the ruins of the castle where Richard the Lionheart, King of England, was imprisoned in 1192. Your walking tour through medieval cobblestone streets reveals 16th-century town houses and wine taverns. At lunchtime, continue on a short cruise to Melk. A guided tour takes you to the town’s magnificent BENEDICTINE ABBEY, one of Europe’s largest baroque monasteries. An evening wine tasting highlights your visit to the Wachau Valley.
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Day 6, Fri. LINZ – PASSAU, GERMANY
After breakfast, take an optional full-day excursion to fascinating Salzburg and the Sound of Music sights, or cruise through Upper Austria to Passau in Germany. In Passau the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. During your walking tour, gaze at this fairy-tale city founded more than 2,000 years ago.
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Day 7, Sat. REGENSBURG
Afternoon arrival in Regensburg, one of Germany’s best preserved medieval cities. A guided tour will show you the city’s architectural highlights, including the Old Town Hall, and the Porta Pretoria – gates to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at beautiful churches and one of the oldest bridges crossing the Danube. Tonight, folklore entertainers will come on board for your delight.
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Day 8, Sun. NUREMBERG
This morning enter the Main-Danube Canal and relax during a leisurely cruise through the beautiful Altmühl Valley. The Main-Danube Canal straddles the Franconian Alps via 16 locks, truly a fascinating feat of modern engineering. In the afternoon enjoy a guided tour of Nuremberg, capital of Franconia. See the storybook 900-year old ramparts that surround this historic city, the Imperial Castle and the Justice Palace where the War Crimes Tribunal sat in 1946
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Day 9, Mon. BAMBERG
This morning arrive in Bamberg and enjoy a walking tour of this enchanting town, which was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993. Disembark for a guided tour of the medieval gem, with its uniquely intact townscape. Marvel at the breath taking cathedral, the Old Town Hall that straddles the river, and the city’s serpentine streets with charming houses and 18th-century mansions. There is free time before you continue your cruise, now on the Main River.
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Day 10, Tue. WURZBURG
This morning arrive in Würzburg, the capital of Lower Franconia. “The Pearl of the Romantic Road" is surrounded by sloping hills covered with vineyards. During your tour, see the major sights including the magnificent Residential Palace. This afternoon explore Wurzburg on your own, or take an optional tour to Medieval Rothenburg. A beautiful walled city situated on the Romantic Road.
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Day 11, Wed. WERTHEIM-MILTENBERG
Disembark in Wertheim and enjoy free time perhaps browsing the market square and the shops. Then cruise to Miltenberg for a guided walking tour along narrow, cobble-stoned streets shows you the gabled, half-timbered houses. Tonight, the ship sails leaving Bavaria, Franconia and the Main River behind
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Day 12, Thu. MAINZ – RHINE CASTLES – KOBLENZ
This morning you arrive in Mainz, disembark for a walking tour of this beautiful town, famous as the home of Gutenberg. There is free time to explore, before the ships sails at lunch time. You will cruise through the Rhine Gorge, the most beautiful stretch of the river, passing castle after castle, don’t miss the legendary Lorelei Rock, where sweet songs of local beauties lured enchanted sailors to their doom. Arrive in Koblenz late this afternoon
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Day 13, Fri. KOBLENZ – COLOGNE
In Koblenz enjoy a walking tour of this 2,000-year-old city, situated at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, then continue to Cologne where you will be awed by the city’s fabled 13th-century Gothic Cathedral.
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Day 14, Sat. COLOGNE – AMSTERDAM, HOLLAND
Enjoy a last morning of leisurely cruising, and arrive in Amsterdam in the afternoon. Admire the wonderful architecture of this vibrant city during a guided canal cruise before gathering on board for a Gala Farewell Dinner.
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Day 15, Sun. AMSTERDAM – FLY HOME
Your tour ends after breakfast with your flight home.
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What’s Included

Inclusions

• Guided walking tour of Mainz
• Walking tour of Miltenberg
• Wertheim, glass-blowing demonstration
• Tour of Würzburg, including the Residential Palace
• Enjoy guided tours of Nuremberg and Bamberg
• Guided walking tour of Regensburg
• Walking tour through Passau
• Guided tour of the Benedictine Abbey in Melk
• Walking tour of Dürnstein
• Krems, wine tasting (cruise from Amsterdam only)
• Vienna Sightseeing Tour & visit to Opera House
• Guided tour of Bratislava
• Sightseeing tour of Budapest

Finest Dining

• Superb dining with all meals included whilst on board the ship
• Cocktail reception and Welcome Dinner
• Captain’s Gala Dinner
• Quality wines with dinner
• Special highlights including folklore performances, wine tastings, lectures, theme dinners, local festivities and on board music performances

Outstanding Places to Stay

• 14 night cruise on board the ms Amadagio or ms Amalegro in an outside cabin
• On board amenities including bicycles, elevator, fitness centre, massage and beauty salon, souvenir shop and Club Lounge
• Non-smoking ship (smoking only on Sun Deck)

Additional Information

• Single supplement available on application
• Tour Notes. Port charges – add A$285 per person
• Arrival/Departure Transfers on first and last day of package – add A$140 per person
• All departures are guaranteed
• Cruise Upgrades available Contact Us for further details
• Cruise operated in conjunction with Amadeus Waterways

Earlybird Savings

• Ask about our Early Booking discounts on cruises and airfares

The APT Difference

• Services of a professional Cruise Manager
• All English language on board
• 6-star service and facilities
• APT Ownership

Air$aver Airfares

• Enquire about our great airfares to Europe

Additional Information

• Europe River Cruising pdf
• Europe – What to Bring pdf
• Europe – While on Tour pdf
• Europe Mozart Series pdf
• Europe 0708 ms Amalegro Deckplan