Experience the wonders of Europe’s most storied waterway during the crisp days of the quiet season. Stroll through fairytale villages, cycle along picturesque waterways, cruise through the dramatic World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge dotted with over 40 hilltop castles and fortresses built over a period of 1,000 years, and be immersed in history at every turn.
Sail the picturesque Rhine River and explore a region celebrated for its history and charm. The Middle Rhine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is lined with castles, cathedrals and vineyard-laden hills. In Alsace, French and German traditions intertwine, creating a cultural tapestry renowned for its cuisine and architecture. History and innovation are revealed at Kinderdijk, where the Netherlands’s iconic windmills stand as symbols of Dutch ingenuity.
Discover magical Venice, explore the Slovenian coastline, and admire Croatia’s trendiest islands along the northern Adriatic Sea from a privately chartered ship. Cruise to explore the Croatian islands of Cres and the largest island, Krk. Sail around Kornati National Park – known as Croatia’s “nautical paradise.” Get ready for more than just beautiful scenery as you enjoy an afternoon lunch at a family-owned winery in the Collio region, savor the sweet flavor of Rab cake, and experience tradit...
Price Per Night: $342.71 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Passau, Linz, Krems, Vienna, Bratislava, Budapest
Experience the soothing waters of a traditional thermal bath in Budapest, learn to waltz at a Viennese dance school and sample Austro-Hungarian cuisine. Sail through spectacular scenery and admire the Wachau Valley’s vineyard-laden hillsides, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Gain rare insight into daily monastic life during an exclusive visit to Göttweig Abbey, and explore lesser-known Central European cities like Bratislava and Passau.
Price Per Night: $570.00 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Arrive Basel, Lucerne & Mt. Pilatus at Christmastime, A walking tour of Strasbourg and the Christkindlmarkt, Travels through the Black Forest and Baden-Baden, The holiday season in Heidelberg, Music, sweet treats & more in Rüdesheim & afternoon cruising, Spend the day in Köln (Cologne) and on to Düsseldorf, Journey home
Exclusive Tauck experiences, special holiday events, much yuletide cheer... and of course, Tauck's uncommon access ashore... set the tone or this holiday journey between Basel and Düsseldorf aboard ms Inspire!
Price Per Night: $676.15 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Arrive Barcelona, Gothic sights & whimsy in Barcelona, Zaragoza & on to wine country, Wine tasting in Rioja Valley, Pamplona & seaside San Sebastián, Medieval charms of San Sebastián & Basque Country pinxtos, French Basque country, Bilbao, the Guggenheim & a country parador, Parador pastimes & cider tasting, A Pilgrimage to Santiago, Sights of Santiago de Compostela, Spanish mussels in Galicia & drive to Porto, A rabelo boat ride on the Douro, Journey home
Step back in time on a journey that spans centuries and borders, from Barcelona into the dramatic Pyrenees and along Spain's northern coast, to where the bulls run in Pamplona... with stays at historic paradors in San Sebastián and Santiago de Compostela...
Price Per Night: $208.64 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Arrive Paris, Paris Sightseeing and Free Time, Paris - Lucerne, Lucerne orientation and free time, Lucerne - Florence, Florence – Rome, Rome Sightseeing and Free Time, Rome – Venice, Venice – Innsbruck, Innsbruck - Munich - Rhineland, On to Amsterdam, Depart Amsterdam
Dive into Europe’s endless charm on this 12-day journey from Paris to Amsterdam. You’ll tick bucket list European experiences as you travel from the Swiss Alps to Italy. Experience the canals of Venice, wander Austria’s scenic wonders and soak in the Rhineland’s beauty before ending in Amsterdam, the city of canals and creativity.
Price Per Night: $624.92 (USD)(for comparison only)
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Venice (Chioggia), Split, Dubrovnik, Corfu (Kérkyra), Sail the Ionian Sea, Naples, Rome (Civitavecchia), Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Monte Carlo, Marseille, Barcelona
Set course for unforgettable exploration to some of the Mediterranean’s most historic ports: the fabled towns of Tuscany, ancient Rome and canal-laced Venice. Enjoy ample time to savor Barcelona’s easygoing spirit with an overnight stay. Discover the French Riviera’s seaside pleasures in Marseille and Monte Carlo. And visit Dubrovnik, a hidden medieval jewel. Along the way, gracious hosts and fine regional cuisine connect you to this remarkable region.
A panoramic tour of Berlin covering more than simply the Top 10 Sights, this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience created to make a tick off your bucket list. If you've "been there, done that" and are on the lookout for another one of those "must do"- tours, then this one is for you!.
Price Per Night: $209.00 (USD)(for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Spain, Provence (Marseille), France, Cannes, France, Ajaccio, Corsica, France, Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy, Amalfi Coast (Salerno), Italy, Palermo, Sicily, Italy, Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy, Barcelona, Spain
Depart Barcelona and wake up the next day in Marseille, followed by Cannes and Ajaccio, Corsica before sailing a day to the remarkable ruins, relics and pizza-peppered piazzas of Rome.