Overview
Itinerary
Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in the historic centre of Paris.
Later this evening you'll have the chance to get to know your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception. Stay Three Nights: Paris, Les Jardins du Marais
Paris is the perfect city to begin your European journey. This morning, open the door to some of the city's best-loved sights on a guided tour, including the Avenue des Champs-Elysees and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy the afternoon to further explore Paris at your leisure. (B)
Today, you're bound to fall head over heels for the ‘City of Love' during a full day of exploration. Will you enjoy a whirlwind romance with the bohemian fervour of the Latin Quarter? Or cement an enduring devotion to the art at the Louvre Museum? Tonight, perhaps enjoy dinner and a cabaret show at the iconic Moulin Rouge. (B)
Farewell Paris after breakfast as you board your coach and traverse the beautiful landscapes of northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Arrive in Amsterdam to board your river ship, which remains docked overnight within easy strolling distance of the iconic sights.
Tonight, enjoy a Captain's Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers. Stay 14 Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (B/D)
Perhaps the best way to get to know Amsterdam is aboard a glass-top boat. Today you'll join a local guide who will regale you with stories of daily life as you glide through the city's maze of waterways. Back on land, enjoy some free time to explore this lively city before you travel by coach via Rembrandt's Windmill to Utrecht and join up with your river ship. From here, your ship will set off along the Rhine as you prepare for tonight's special Gala Dinner. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Visit the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle, home to archbishop-elector Clemens August. On a tour of the 18th-century castle, learn enthralling stories of its infamous former resident and enjoy a leisurely walk through the landscaped parks and gardens.
Experience a true holiday highlight as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge, known to be the most beautiful section of the Rhine River. Your ship docks in Rudesheim, where the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you through the town to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Here, discover one of the most beautiful collections of automated musical instruments in all of Germany. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Discover genuine German hospitality as you are warmly welcomed into the homes of friendly Miltenberg locals for coffee and cake.
After breakfast, board a coach and travel through the green rolling hills and rich vineyards which sit on the fringe of the pretty town of Wurzburg. Admire its baroque palace and take a walk through the Court Garden. After lunch, you might like to enhance your journey further with an excursion to medieval Rothenburg, a true fairytale town. (B/L/D)
Spend a leisurely morning cruising along the last stretch of the Main River before arriving at Bamberg. Enjoy a guided tour, during which you'll gaze upon such sights as the Old Town Hall and the Bamberg Cathedral, followed by some free time to explore.
Later this evening, your ship will reach the Main-Danube Canal. (B/L/D)
The site of Hitler's infamous Nuremberg rallies, Nuremberg played a pivotal role for the Nazis during World War II. Learn about the city and the era during a World War II tour, which includes such sights as the Zeppelin Field and the Palace of Justice. Finish your day with a drink and dinner back on board, then continue over the Main-Danube Canal, crossing Europe's Continental Divide. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: This evening, enjoy an authentic Bavarian experience on board as you sample local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.
As you enjoy your breakfast, arrive in the ‘Three Rivers City' of Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Perhaps join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or travel to Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music'. Alternatively, stay on board and enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Linz. (B/L/D)
Having cruised into Austria, dock in Melk and join a local guide for a tour through Melk Abbey. An active Benedictine monastery since 1089, Melk Abbey sits high on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube. You may wish to join an optional bike ride from Melk to Durnstein. Alternatively, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Durnstein, a town overlooked by the hilltop ruins of the castle where legendary King Richard the Lionheart was kept as a prisoner in the 12th century.
You have the afternoon free to explore the cobbled streets, town houses and taverns of the town. (B/L/D)
Embrace the splendour of the former Habsburg empire and the sheer elegance of Vienna as you enjoy a walking tour. You'll gain an insider's view and learn about some of the city's most famous buildings – the Vienna State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and more – as well as its rich classical music culture and history. You will see a number of landmarks, including St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace and the Albertina.
This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music'. (B/L/D)
With a day at leisure today, you decide on how to shape your experience in Vienna. You may like to take an optional tour of Schonbrunn Palace or set off on an intriguing trip to Bratislava in Slovakia. (B/L/D)
Today, enjoy views of one of the Danube's most enchanting riverside cities as your ship drifts right into the heart of Hungary's capital. After breakfast, a local guide will lead you through Budapest to see Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion and Heroes' Square. The turbulent history of the Buda Castle is sure to astound you, as this birthplace of Hungarian kings has been besieged no less than 31 times.
You'll also have the chance to see the city's most famous structure, the spectacular Hungarian Parliament Building, perched on the edge of the Danube River. For those that wish, there's an opportunity to visit the unique Hospital in the Rock later, located in caverns beneath Buda Castle.
Tonight, celebrate your river cruise with a Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)
After breakfast, board a coach and pass through the rural landscapes of Slovakia before crossing the border into the Czech Republic. Accented by verdant hills covered in vineyards, the southern countryside of the Czech Republic is a wine-lovers dream. With a three-night stay in Prague, you will have plenty of time to soak in the magic of this beautiful capital – a city of stone bridges, Gothic cathedrals and golden towers, overseen by a grand castle. Stay Three Nights: Prague, Grandior Hotel (B)
Your exploration of Prague begins with a tour of the World Heritage-listed Old Town. Travel across the Vltava River to Prague Castle, which dominates the city skyline. Believed to date back to the 9th century, this castle complex – with its network of palaces and churches – is considered the largest in the world.
You'll then wander across Charles Bridge and arrive in Prague's Old Market Square. Stop for some time to explore if you wish, and continue to discover the incredible city of Prague on your own terms, with its multitude of sights. Optional touring this evening to a lively traditional Czech folklore dinner and show. (B)
Having become familiar with the layout of Prague, enjoy today at leisure to explore as you please. The Jewish Quarter is a pulsing hub of Semitic history, so perhaps you'd like to head there and learn all about the birthplace of writer Franz Kafka. Or have your camera ready at the Astronomical Clock, a masterpiece in the Old Town Square that visualises time in a truly unique form. Soak up the Bohemian atmosphere along the cobbled back streets and sample Kofola (Czech cola) or one of the Czech beers for which this fabulous city is renowned. Optional touring today includes a tour of Terezin. (B)
Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Be met at the airport and transfer to your hotel in the historic centre of Paris.
Later this evening you'll have the chance to get to know your fellow travellers and Tour Director at a Welcome Reception. Stay Three Nights: Paris, Les Jardins du Marais
Paris is the perfect city to begin your European journey. This morning, open the door to some of the city's best-loved sights on a guided tour, including the Avenue des Champs-Elysees and Arc de Triomphe. Enjoy the afternoon to further explore Paris at your leisure. (B)
Today, you're bound to fall head over heels for the ‘City of Love' during a full day of exploration. Will you enjoy a whirlwind romance with the bohemian fervour of the Latin Quarter? Or cement an enduring devotion to the art at the Louvre Museum? Tonight, perhaps enjoy dinner and a cabaret show at the iconic Moulin Rouge. (B)
Farewell Paris after breakfast as you board your coach and traverse the beautiful landscapes of northern France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Arrive in Amsterdam to board your river ship, which remains docked overnight within easy strolling distance of the iconic sights.
Tonight, enjoy a Captain's Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers. Stay 14 Nights: aboard your Travelmarvel river ship (B/D)
Perhaps the best way to get to know Amsterdam is aboard a glass-top boat. Today you'll join a local guide who will regale you with stories of daily life as you glide through the city's maze of waterways. Back on land, enjoy some free time to explore this lively city before you travel by coach via Rembrandt's Windmill to Utrecht and join up with your river ship. From here, your ship will set off along the Rhine as you prepare for tonight's special Gala Dinner. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Visit the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle, home to archbishop-elector Clemens August. On a tour of the 18th-century castle, learn enthralling stories of its infamous former resident and enjoy a leisurely walk through the landscaped parks and gardens.
Experience a true holiday highlight as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge, known to be the most beautiful section of the Rhine River. Your ship docks in Rudesheim, where the Winzerexpress mini-train will take you through the town to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Here, discover one of the most beautiful collections of automated musical instruments in all of Germany. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Discover genuine German hospitality as you are warmly welcomed into the homes of friendly Miltenberg locals for coffee and cake.
After breakfast, board a coach and travel through the green rolling hills and rich vineyards which sit on the fringe of the pretty town of Wurzburg. Admire its baroque palace and take a walk through the Court Garden. After lunch, you might like to enhance your journey further with an excursion to medieval Rothenburg, a true fairytale town. (B/L/D)
Spend a leisurely morning cruising along the last stretch of the Main River before arriving at Bamberg. Enjoy a guided tour, during which you'll gaze upon such sights as the Old Town Hall and the Bamberg Cathedral, followed by some free time to explore.
Later this evening, your ship will reach the Main-Danube Canal. (B/L/D)
The site of Hitler's infamous Nuremberg rallies, Nuremberg played a pivotal role for the Nazis during World War II. Learn about the city and the era during a World War II tour, which includes such sights as the Zeppelin Field and the Palace of Justice. Finish your day with a drink and dinner back on board, then continue over the Main-Danube Canal, crossing Europe's Continental Divide. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: This evening, enjoy an authentic Bavarian experience on board as you sample local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance.
As you enjoy your breakfast, arrive in the ‘Three Rivers City' of Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Perhaps join an optional tour to Cesky Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or travel to Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music'. Alternatively, stay on board and enjoy a relaxing sailing day to Linz. (B/L/D)
Having cruised into Austria, dock in Melk and join a local guide for a tour through Melk Abbey. An active Benedictine monastery since 1089, Melk Abbey sits high on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube. You may wish to join an optional bike ride from Melk to Durnstein. Alternatively, cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley to Durnstein, a town overlooked by the hilltop ruins of the castle where legendary King Richard the Lionheart was kept as a prisoner in the 12th century.
You have the afternoon free to explore the cobbled streets, town houses and taverns of the town. (B/L/D)
Embrace the splendour of the former Habsburg empire and the sheer elegance of Vienna as you enjoy a walking tour. You'll gain an insider's view and learn about some of the city's most famous buildings – the Vienna State Opera House, the Museum of Fine Arts and more – as well as its rich classical music culture and history. You will see a number of landmarks, including St Stephen's Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace and the Albertina.
This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to ‘The Sound of Music'. (B/L/D)
With a day at leisure today, you decide on how to shape your experience in Vienna. You may like to take an optional tour of Schonbrunn Palace or set off on an intriguing trip to Bratislava in Slovakia. (B/L/D)
Today, enjoy views of one of the Danube's most enchanting riverside cities as your ship drifts right into the heart of Hungary's capital. After breakfast, a local guide will lead you through Budapest to see Matthias Church, the Fisherman's Bastion and Heroes' Square. The turbulent history of the Buda Castle is sure to astound you, as this birthplace of Hungarian kings has been besieged no less than 31 times.
You'll also have the chance to see the city's most famous structure, the spectacular Hungarian Parliament Building, perched on the edge of the Danube River. For those that wish, there's an opportunity to visit the unique Hospital in the Rock later, located in caverns beneath Buda Castle.
Tonight, celebrate your river cruise with a Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B/L/D)
After breakfast, board a coach and pass through the rural landscapes of Slovakia before crossing the border into the Czech Republic. Accented by verdant hills covered in vineyards, the southern countryside of the Czech Republic is a wine-lovers dream. With a three-night stay in Prague, you will have plenty of time to soak in the magic of this beautiful capital – a city of stone bridges, Gothic cathedrals and golden towers, overseen by a grand castle. Stay Three Nights: Prague, Grandior Hotel (B)
Your exploration of Prague begins with a tour of the World Heritage-listed Old Town. Travel across the Vltava River to Prague Castle, which dominates the city skyline. Believed to date back to the 9th century, this castle complex – with its network of palaces and churches – is considered the largest in the world.
You'll then wander across Charles Bridge and arrive in Prague's Old Market Square. Stop for some time to explore if you wish, and continue to discover the incredible city of Prague on your own terms, with its multitude of sights. Optional touring this evening to a lively traditional Czech folklore dinner and show. (B)
Having become familiar with the layout of Prague, enjoy today at leisure to explore as you please. The Jewish Quarter is a pulsing hub of Semitic history, so perhaps you'd like to head there and learn all about the birthplace of writer Franz Kafka. Or have your camera ready at the Astronomical Clock, a masterpiece in the Old Town Square that visualises time in a truly unique form. Soak up the Bohemian atmosphere along the cobbled back streets and sample Kofola (Czech cola) or one of the Czech beers for which this fabulous city is renowned. Optional touring today includes a tour of Terezin. (B)
Your adventure comes to an end today with a transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle
- Enjoy a festive Bavarian evening on your ship with traditional food and entertainment
- 14 nights cruising on a contemporary Travelmarvel river ship
- Three nights immersed in Paris and Prague
- Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director, Tour Director, Entertainment and Activities Coordinators, and local guides
- Explore 17 towns, villages and cities
- Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping
- 47 meals - 20 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change
- Low or high-water levels may cause disruption to cruising
- Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights not included (unless specified)
- Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle
- Enjoy a festive Bavarian evening on your ship with traditional food and entertainment
- 14 nights cruising on a contemporary Travelmarvel river ship
- Three nights immersed in Paris and Prague
- Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director, Tour Director, Entertainment and Activities Coordinators, and local guides
- Explore 17 towns, villages and cities
- Prices include transfers, port charges and tipping
- 47 meals - 20 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
- Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change
- Low or high-water levels may cause disruption to cruising
- Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights not included (unless specified)
Trip Reviews (10) View All Most Recent 'European Gems - Paris to Prague' Reviews
Accommodation on the boat was excellent as was our hotel in Prague. We were a bit disappointed with our hotel room in Paris but understand that Paris accommodation must be very expensive. The only downer for us was once again (as on our trip last year) was the number of people sick with bad coughs and colds - virtually everyone on board. My husband has come back again bordering on pneumonia. The ship was very diligent however in maintaining a really high standard of hygiene - regular wiping down of all surfaces and supervision of use of hand sanitizer before entering dining room and when returning to boat. They couldn’t be faulted in this - just a hazard of being in close proximity with infected people. More than happy overall and would use Travelmarvel again. Also very happy with support of Global Journeys. Thank you!
We ...read more arrived early in most ports of call and were well informed of what to expect in each region. The food was a delight and the entertainment enjoyable. Out hotels in Paris and Prague were centrally located and we were able to be independent in these areas with valuable insights supplied by our local hosts / tour directors.
During our time on the river cruise we enjoyed a local experience into local resident homes and this provided us with a valuable insight into how they lived and we would recommend this to other travellers. We would have no hesitation in recommending Travelmarvel to other persons as we felt they were very efficient in running their tours like clockwork.
Once again we would like to tank Yvonne from Global Journeys for her excellent service in organizing our holiday - we have gone through Yvonne before and find her handling our out travel arrangements very thorough. Well done to Travelmarvel and to Global Journeys for another wonderful holiday.
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Window Stateroom
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French Balcony
French Balcony
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Cabins
Category E & D (Window Stateroom)
- 153 sq ft/ 14.2 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Each room has windows that offer stunning views
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Category C, B, A, A+ & P (French Balcony)
- 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Owners Suite
- 258 sq ft/ 24 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony and windows that offer stunning views
- Seating area with chair
Deck Plans
Window Stateroom
French Balcony
French Balcony
Cabins
Category LD (Window Stateroom)
- 153 sq ft/ 14.2 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Each room has windows that offer stunning views
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Category MD (French Balcony)
- 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Category UD (French Balcony)
- 167 sq ft/ 15.5 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Superior queen or twin bedding with plush linen
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony
- Seating area with a chair and small desk
Owners Suite
- 258 sq ft/ 24 sq m
- Ensuite with a shower, air-conditioning, a hair-dryer, a safe and flatscreen TV
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass door with french balcony and windows that offer stunning views
- Seating area with chair
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Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category D | $ 395 |
| Category C | $ 2,295 |
| Category B | $ 2,345 |
| Category B+ | $ 2,395 |
| Category A | $ 2,595 |
| Category A+ | $ 2,645 |
| Category P | $ 2,695 |
| Owners Suite | $ 3,995 |
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category D | $ 395 |
| Category C | $ 2,295 |
| Category B | $ 2,345 |
| Category B+ | $ 2,395 |
| Category A | $ 2,595 |
| Category A+ | $ 2,645 |
| Category P | $ 2,695 |
| Owners Suite | $ 3,995 |
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category D | $ 395 |
| Category C | $ 2,295 |
| Category B | $ 2,345 |
| Category B+ | $ 2,395 |
| Category A | $ 2,595 |
| Category A+ | $ 2,645 |
| Category P | $ 2,695 |
| Owners Suite | $ 3,995 |
Upgrade prices shown are per person. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will confirm and include the upgrade price in your quote.
Cabin Upgrades Optional cabin upgrades. Upgrades priced per person
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category MD | $ 2,395 |
| Category UD | $ 2,695 |
| Owners Suite | $ 3,995 |
| Base Cabin (Prices Shown) | $ 0 |
| Category MD | $ 2,395 |
| Category UD | $ 2,695 |
| Owners Suite | $ 3,995 |
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