2014 Europe River Cruising, We invite you on The Royal Experience.
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AVERAGE 25 GUESTS ON LAND JOURNEYS Amsterdam NETHERLANDS Rhine River 1 Zurich 2 Zermatt journey, you'll enjoy lunch on board. Disembark in one of the most famous winter resorts in the world – St Moritz, which enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year. On arrival, the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure before dinner. Stay: St Moritz, Kempinski Grand Hotel des Bains or similar. BLD Day 8. St Moritz, Innsbruck. Travel to the Austrian ski resort of Innsbruck this morning. Upon arrival to this cosmopolitan city, enjoy a guided walking tour through its medieval lanes, and see the impressive Bergisel Ski Jump, designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. BD Stay: Innsbruck, Grand Hotel Europa. Day 9. Innsbruck, Munich. On your way to Munich, head out into the picturesque Bavarian countryside and visit Neuschwanstein Castle for a tour of this 19th-century Bavarian palace. The most photographed building in Germany, the castle is set on a rugged hill, and inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty castle. Later today, arrive in Munich. Two Night Stay: Munich, Sofitel Bayerpost. B THE VIBRANT CITY OF MUNICH Day 10. Munich, Freedom of Choice. This morning, explore the beautiful capital city of Bavaria on a sightseeing tour. Later, you may like to tour the BMW museum, visit the Munich Stadtmuseum or take an excursion to the sombre Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a traditional Bavarian BD beer haus. Day 11. Munich, Salzburg, Fuschlsee. Travel back into Austria and on to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart. Tour the city's 'Sound of Music' sights, including Mirabell Gardens, the Wedding Church and Great Salzburg Festival Hall. Then continue to Fuschlsee and enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. Two Night Stay: Fuschlsee, Sheraton Hotel Jagdhof. B 182 14 Concerto River Ships Cologne Andernach Würzburg Main River Rüdesheim Bamberg Miltenberg Nuremberg Regensburg Rothenburg Lucerne 2 SWITZERLAND Broc Andermatt St Moritz Montreux 1 Swiss Alps 1 Lake Geneva GERMANY Main-Danube Canal Coach Cruise Train No. of nights stay Freedom of ChoiceTM Inclusions / Included Sightseeing CZECH REP . Ceský Krumlov SLOVAKIA Passau Dürnstein Bratislava Linz Budapest Munich 2 Melk Vienna Danube River Innsbruck 1 Salzburg 2 Fuschlsee AUSTRIA HUNGARY Vilshofen Day 12. Salzkammergut. After breakfast, embark on an excursion to the picturesque Salzkammergut Lakes District. During a guided tour, cruise to St Gilgen, the hometown B of Mozart's mother. TRAVEL TO BUDAPEST, EMBARK CRUISE Day 13. Fuschlsee, Budapest. This morning, travel to Budapest, where 14 Day (EULS14) guests spend the night in Budapest and depart the tour the following morning. Remaining guests board your river ship, and after dinner on board tonight, take in the city lights during an enchanting twilight cruise. 14 Night Stay: one of APT's luxurious B Concerto river ships. Day 14. Budapest. Tour Budapest today, then visit the Hungarian State Opera House for a tour, a glass of champagne and a private opera recital. Tonight, enjoy the BLD Captain's Gala Welcome Dinner. Day 15. Vienna. Enjoy a tour of Vienna, and tonight, travel to the newly renovated City Palace for a private concert, featuring some members of the Mozart Boys' Choir. BLD Day 16. Vienna, Freedom of Choice. Tour Schönbrunn Palace; explore the Fine Arts Museum; visit the Spanish Riding School; enjoy a bicycle tour or take a trip to Bratislava. BLD Day 17. Dürnstein, Freedom of Choice, Melk. In Dürnstein today, perhaps enjoy a city tour and a wine tasting before cruising to Melk. Alternatively, ride a bicycle along the Danube River to Melk. In Melk, both groups will then tour Melk Abbey. BLD Day 18. Linz, Freedom of Choice, Passau, Vilshofen. From Linz, perhaps take a trip to Salzburg; visit Ceský Krumlov in the Czech Republic; or cruise to Passau for a walking tour. Tonight, enjoy 'Oktoberfest' in Vilshofen, with beer, Bavarian snacks and folk music. BLD Day 19. Regensburg, Freedom of Choice. Today choose from a walking tour BLD or a bicycle tour in Regensburg. Day 20. Nuremberg, Freedom of Choice. In Nuremberg, enjoy a choice between a World War II tour or a medieval tour. BLD Then delight in tasting local specialties. Day 21. Bamberg. Explore Bamberg on a walking tour, then visit a local Bamberg beer BLD haus for a tasting of its traditional beer. Day 22. Würzburg, Freedom of Choice. Today in Würzburg, perhaps tour its Residential Palace and visit a special wine cellar for a wine tasting. Or travel to Rothenburg and visit its German Christmas Museum. Another option is a guided bicycle tour through Würzburg.BLD Day 23. Miltenberg. Disembark in Miltenberg, where you'll discover the local way of life on a unique village experience. Explore quaint shops and mingle with the locals on a day to remember. BLD Day 24. Rüdesheim, Freedom of Choice, Andernach, A Royal Invitation. Cruise through the Rhine Gorge to Rüdesheim. Here, ride a gondola, tour a musical instrument museum or visit a winery. Later, explore Burg Namedy castle on an exclusive visit before a banquet dinner in the castle ballroom. BLD Day 25. Cologne, Freedom of Choice. Explore the city of Cologne today on a walking tour or enjoy a bicycle tour from Bonn. BLD Day 26. Amsterdam, Freedom of Choice. In Amsterdam today, perhaps take a canal cruise, tour the Van Gogh Museum or visit the Zaanse Schans windmill village. After a Farewell Dinner on board, perhaps step out BLD to experience the city's famous nightlife. Day 27. Disembark, Depart Amsterdam. B Disembark and transfer to the airport.