In Amsterdam brush up on your Rembrandt... and take a private sightseeing canal cruise that carries you through a historic cityscape so charming that it inspires artists of every generation
5. A DAY’S CRUISING ON THE MAIN RIVER Enjoy spectacular scenery – and your riverboat’s amenities – as you travel along the Main River during a full day of cruising; lush valleys dotted with castles, centuries-old cathedrals, and fortified towns will be etched in your mind’s eye for years to come. A Bavarian dinner onboard the riverboat this evening is followed by a crew show or an evening of music and dancing. Meals BLD
6. ROMANTIC ROTHENBURG / WÜRZBURG Spend a relaxing morning cruising before arriving in the port of Würzburg for a choice of sightseeing excursions. One possibility: follow the “Romantic Road” to the medieval town of Rothenburg, known as Europe’s “most perfect fairy tale town.” On a walking tour see a Gothic cathedral, towered walls, gabled houses – and enjoy a bit of free time. Or you can choose to stay in Würzburg for a tour of the Residenz, where the town’s prince bishops lived starting in 1744. One of the largest Baroque palaces in Germany, it was built and decorated by an international team of architects, painters, and sculptors and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later all guests gather in Würzburg for a tasting of regional wines. This evening enjoy some entertainment onboard your riverboat. Meals BLD
7. THE HEIGHT OF DISCOVERY IN BAMBERG Spend a leisurely morning aboard the riverboat followed by a visit to the Bavarian town of Bamberg in the afternoon. Perched atop seven hills, this charming medieval town is home to lovely gardens and a four-towered Romanesque cathedral from the 13th century; get a closer look during a walking tour of Old Town then explore independently. Weather permitting, enjoy an al fresco barbecue dinner onboard ship tonight. Meals BLD
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8. NÜRNBERG & THE MAIN-DANUBE CANAL Arrive this morning in historic Nürnberg, where you’ll have a choice of a walking tour through Nürnberg’s medieval ramparts to the Imperial Castle and the old city, or an opportunity to view the Courthouse, Zeppelin Field rally grounds, and other sites associated with World War II and its aftermath, and visit the Documentation Center. Your cruise continues as your riverboat negotiates the Main-Danube Canal, which ultimately links the North Sea with the Black Sea – and which you’ll learn all about from a local expert as you go. The idea of the canal goes back as far as Charlemagne, but wasn’t realized until the 1990s when it was completed. Pass through 16 locks as the waterway traverses the Frankish Alb mountains. Tonight enjoy music and dancing after dinner aboard your riverboat. Meals BLD
9. REGENSBURG, ANCIENT TIMES AND TODAY With its roots as a Roman encampment on the Danube, the quintessential Bavarian town of Regensburg is home to more than 1,400 original historic buildings. Walking here is a delight – and the only way to view the sights up close. A local guide will lead the way as you see the town’s 12th-century Steinerne Brücke (Germany’s oldest surviving stone bridge); the 15th-century Altes Rathaus (Town Hall); the towering Dom St. Peter; and the remains of the Roman wall. Visit the princely house of Thurn und Taxis on a guided tour. Enjoy an onboard choral performance by a local quartet (this performance may take place in Passau or Nürnberg). Meals BLD
10. GOING FOR BAROQUE IN PASSAU Renowned for its stained glass, a wealth of church architecture, and a host of beautiful Baroque buildings, Passau is situated at the juncture of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers. Explore this ancient
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