17 Night European Inland Waterways Cruise on the Scenic Crystal

Itinerary for December 20, 2027 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Monday, 12/20/2027Depart from Your journey begins in the picturesque city of Budapest, one of Europe's most diverse and vibrant cities. Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one sideBudapest, Hungary
2Tuesday, 12/21/2027Discover a different perspective on Budapest with a variety of fascinating activities to choose from today. Scenic Freechoice: Discover Budapest with Budapest, Hungary
3Wednesday, 12/22/2027Today perhaps wake to a coffee delivered to your suite by your butler as you cruise the majestic Danube River towards Vienna, the Austrian capital. Pe 
4Thursday, 12/23/2027Admire the spectacular scenery of Vienna, a city full of festive grandeur. Discover the world's most beautiful boulevard, The Ringstrasse, and the legVienna, Austria
5Friday, 12/24/2027Arrive in Melk this morning. The picturesque small town is dominated by its dramatic, World Heritage-listed Benedictine Abbey, which towers above it fMelk, Austria
6Saturday, 12/25/2027Merry Christmas! Spend this special day admiring the spectacular scenery over a gourmet Christmas feast and special celebrations. Expect plenty of fes 
7Sunday, 12/26/2027You will arrive in Regensburg just before lunch today. Set on the confluence of three rivers in Bavaria, Regensburg is a delight to explore. Its medieRegensburg, Germany
8Monday, 12/27/2027You will arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, this afternoon. Boasting an Old Town protected by an ancient city wall, this city is domi 
9Tuesday, 12/28/2027Arrive in Bamberg this morning and join a guided tour to explore the World Heritage-listed Old Town, which occupies an island on its own. Admire a GotBamberg, Germany
10Wednesday, 12/29/2027Cruise into Würzburg today. This Baroque city straddles the Main River in the heart of Franconian wine country. Surrounded by undulating vineyards, WüWurzburg, Germany
11Thursday, 12/30/2027Dock in the stunning town of Miltenberg around lunchtime. Here, your local guide will showcase the city during a walking tour through the beautiful coMiltenberg, Germany
12Friday, 12/31/2027This morning you will disembark in Rüdesheim, a picturesque town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for 2,000 years. Take a 
13Saturday, 01/01/2028Happy New Year! You will arrive in Cologne this morning. This is a city known for its liberal and laidback lifestyle, a unique beer culture, thriving Cologne, Germany
14Sunday, 01/02/2028Amsterdam is a treasure trove of urban beauty. Look around and you'll find architectural marvels, masterpiece-filled galleries, boats putting along 17Amsterdam, Netherlands
15Monday, 01/03/2028Travel by high-speed train to Paris and spend three nights at one of our centrally located hotels.Amsterdam, Netherlands
16Tuesday, 01/04/2028This morning, join a guided coach tour of the city, exploring its most mesmerising districts and iconic sights including the Eiffel Tower, Champs-ÉlysParis, France
17Wednesday, 01/05/2028Enjoy another full day in the City of Light. Scenic Freechoice: Today you can choose from the following Scenic Freechoice excursions: Secrets of MontmParis, France
18Thursday, 01/06/2028Arrive at Your journey concludes this morning. Transfer to the airport for your flight home, taking lasting memories with you. This itinerary is a guide only anParis, France
 

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Departing from Budapest, Hungary
Departure Date 12/20/2027
OCG Class
River Cruise
Departing 12/20/2027
Interior-
Oceanview-
Balconyfrom $15,278
Suitefrom $14,414

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