2021 Paris > Prague

Soak up the magic of Christmas

Europe becomes a completely different world during the festive season, where the aroma of glühwein and roasted chestnuts provide a fragrant ambiance.

Santa Claus, Christmas trees, gift-giving – these have all been a part of the seasonal tradition in Europe for centuries. In town after town you’ll have the opportunity to experience these rituals with new eyes. As a special highlight, you may wish to join a Midnight Mass in Rüdesheim before celebrating Christmas on board.

Tour Code:: CTPP
Duration:: 21 days
Departure City:: Paris
Return City:: Prague

Selected Itinerary

2021 Paris > Prague

21 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Paris

A world of wonder awaits you with a three night stay A world of wonder awaits you with a three night stay.
Day 2 - Paris

Freechoice

Discover Paris on a guided tour, or marvel at the exhibits at the world-renowned Louvre.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 3 - Paris

You have a free day today so follow your heart through Paris.

Freechoice Dining

Tonight, savour delicious cuisine at the Brasserie on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower. Alternatively, take in dinner and a show at the world-famous Lido.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4 - Paris > Amsterdam

Travel by high-speed train to Amsterdam, where you’ll board your Scenic Space-Ship.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5 - Amsterdam

Freechoice

Cruise the canals of Amsterdam, or visit the windmills of Schermerhorn & Alkmaar. Alternatively, explore the city on foot during a guided walking tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Cologne

Discover Cologne on a guided walking tour. Later, you may wish to make the most of your free time by strolling through the city’s myriad of Christmas markets. Be sure to look out for the largest Christmas tree in the Rhineland.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Koblenz

Freechoice

Take a guided walking tour of Koblenz, or explore the picturesque Moselle Valley and Cochem. Alternatively, visit a local winery for a tasting of their fine produce.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Rüdesheim

Board the Winzerexpress mini-train for a guided visit of Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Tonight, perhaps attend a traditional Christmas Mass.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Sailing Day

Merry Christmas! Celebrate with newfound friends on board your Scenic Space-Ship as you cruise towards Würzburg.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 - Würzburg

Freechoice

Take a guided tour of Rothenburg with time to wander the famed Reiterlesmarkt. Alternatively, stay in Würzburg and tour the streets of this fabulously festive city.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 - Bamberg

Immerse yourself in the World Heritage-listed Old Town of Bamberg.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 - Nuremberg

Freechoice

Visit moving WWII sites, or join a walking tour of the city. Alternatively, learn to make traditional German Gingerbread in a baking class.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 - Regensburg

Enjoy a walking tour of Regensburg, known as the best preserved medieval city in Germany.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 - Salzburg

Freechoice

Enjoy a guided tour of the Baroque Old Town of Salzburg, or join a walking tour focused on sights from 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. Based on the timeless movie of the same name, this exclusive production is performed in the rolling hills of Salzburg.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 - Melk > Dürnstein

Freechoice

Be guided through Melk’s Benedictine Abbey, or cycle from Melk to Dürnstein. Alternatively, enjoy a Schnapps tasting.

Tonight celebrate in style as you ring in the New Year in the fabulously fun city of Vienna.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16 - Vienna

Freechoice

Tour magnificent Schönbrunn Palace, or discover the neighbouring city Bratislava. Alternatively, learn about the history of Viennese coffee culture, or join a guided cycling tour towards Danube Island.

Enrich

Be enthralled by a private classical evening concert at the enchanting Palais Liechtenstein.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17 - Budapest

Freechoice

Tour this city of contradictory delights, or relax at the city’s Thermal Baths and Spa. Alternatively, brave the labyrinths of the Hospital in the Rock.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 18 - Budapest > Prague

Journey by coach to Prague, and spend three nights.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 19 - Prague

Freechoice

Join a walking tour of Prague’s communist-era history. Alternatively, learn about the 900 year old history of Strahov Monastery.

Tonight, enjoy a delicious Czech dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 20 - Prague

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore this magnificent city on your own.

Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 21 - Prague

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward journey, taking wonderful memories with you.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above.

Meals Included: Breakfast