Cruise Plus & Scenic Riviercruise - 2022

72 Scenic°

A festive tradition Europe at Christmas transforms into a happy hive of activity as markets spring to life in every town and market square. From charming villages to great cultural centres, you can look forward to the hum and buzz of Christmas as treats, toys, charms and trinkets of every description come out in a joyful display. In many places, the delicacies and decorations still honour age-old traditions. Christmas Markets

Regensburg, Germany

Day 5 Dürnstein > Melk f Freechoice: Enjoy a guided bike ride fromDürnstein toMelk, or be guided throughMelk’s Benedictine Abbey. Alternatively,meet a Schnapps producer and sample some of themany flavours on offer. Meals:B.L.D Day 6 Salzburg fe Freechoice: Enjoy a guided tour of the Baroque Old Town of Salzburg, or join a walking tour dedicated to the classic movie ‘The Sound of Music’. Enrich: Let the ‘Best of The Sound of Music and Salzburg Show’ transport you to another time and place. Meals:B.L.D Day 7 Regensburg Tour this fabulous city including its well-preserved medieval centre, then enjoy some free time to soak up the festive spirit at one of four Christmasmarkets in the city. Meals:B.L.D Day 8 Nuremberg f Freechoice: Take a walking tour of this fascinating city, or visit movingWWII sites. Alternatively, join a gingerbread baking class. Meals:B.L.D

Day 9 Bamberg Immerse yourself in theWorld Heritage-listed Old Town of Bamberg andwalk the same cobbled streets asmedieval traders once did. Meals:B.L.D Day 10 Würzburg f Freechoice: Take a guided tour of Rothenburg with time to wander the famed Reiterlesmarkt that has a history dating back to the 15th century, or stay inWürzburg and visit the Bishop’s Residenz Palace where you will enjoy wine tasting in the underground cellars before some free time to explore the wonderful markets of the city. Meals:B.L.D Day 11 Miltenberg f Freechoice: Visit a local monastery and learn about beer production, or meet a winemaker and join him for a taste of his fine wines. Alternatively, be introduced to a Baron and Baroness and discover how they celebrate Christmas, or opt to visit a Schnapps producer or a local farming family, and toast the festive season as you sample some of their produce. Meals:B.L.D

15 Day Cruise

Budapest > Amsterdam

Enrich: Breathe in the opulence and luxury of

Day 1 UK > Budapest

Palais Liechtenstein.Then be enthralled by an enchanting private classical concert. Meals:B.L.D Day 4 Vienna f Freechoice: Take a guided tour of Vienna, or visit Schönbrunn Palace. Alternatively, learn about Viennese coffee culture during a guided tour, or cycle to Danube Island. Later, explore themagical Viennese Christmasmarkets at your leisure. An age-old tradition, the forerunners of the present-day events date back to theMiddle Ages when in 1298 Albrecht I granted Vienna’s citizens the privilege of holding a December Market or ‘Krippenmarkt’.Nowadays, over 20 official advent markets sell a vast array of seasonal gifts andmouth watering treats. Meals:B.L.D

Fly to Budapest fromone of 16 UK regional airports.You’ll then be transferred to your Scenic Space-Shipwhere your journey into wonder begins. Relax and raise your glass to the days ahead of you at this evening’s welcome reception. Meals:D Day 2 Budapest f Freechoice: Join a guided tour of Budapest, or relax at the city’s Thermal Baths and Spa. Alternatively, take an active hike to Buda Hill, or visit the Hospital in the Rock. Meals:B.L.D Day 3 Vienna e Enjoy themany splendid vistas as you cruise the beautiful Danube river towards the festive city of Vienna.