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| Paris & European River Romance River Cruise |
| Tour Code: PER |
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| 11 Day Trip |
Per person rates from:
$3690 East Coast
Rate includes discounts. Some taxes, fees additional. Read More.
Terms and Conditions
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Departures are available from March through October 2009.
May 12, July 3, August 24, September 7, and October 5departures operate from Nuremberg to Paris. |
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| Trip Itinerary |
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| DAY 1 USA-Paris |
Paris, France
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| Overnight flight to Paris |
| DAY 2 Paris |
Paris, France
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| Arrive at Paris' Charles de Gaulle Airport where you'll be transferred to the hotel. |
| DAY 3 Paris |
Paris, France
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We begin our city tour with a drive up the grand boulevard Champs-Elysées, passing the Arc de Triomphe. We’ll stop for a photo opportunity at the Eiffel Tower before continuing to Place Vendôme, Hôtel de Ville, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Latin Quarter. We’ll then go to Les Invalides, the Louvre courtyard, and Luxembourg Gardens, where we will see a slice of daily Parisian life as well as view Bartholdi’s model for the Statue of Liberty.
Breakfast Included. |
| DAY 4 Paris, Trier |
Trier, Germany
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Today, travel by motorcoach from Paris, France to Trier, Germany where you’ll board the ship. Your afternoon panoramic tour of Germany’s oldest city, also called the second Rome, showcases the former Roman Imperial Baths, the impressive Roman gate Porta Nigra and Emperor Constantine’s throne room, all of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| DAY 5 Bernkastel, Traben-Trarbach |
Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany
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Discover Bernkastel’s 500-plus years of winemaking history, with historic vineyards and delightful market squares. After a scenic cruise past the Moselle region’s vine-filled slopes and picturesque villages, discover the romantic twin town of Traben-Trarbach, where treasures of Art Nouveau architecture pay tribute to the wealthy wine merchants of the 19th century. Afterwards, savor delectable Riesling wines from local vineyards.
Breakfast, Lunch and Captain's Welcome Dinner Included.
Note: THe wine experience will take place in BErnkastel on the reverse direction cruise (Nuremberg to Paris). |
| DAY 6 Koblenz, cruising the romantic Rhine, Rüdesheim |
Rudesheim, Germany
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In Koblenz, situated at the confluence of the Rhine and the Moselle, amble through picturesque streets while your local expert explains the town’s history and importance in the region. Later in the day, cruise along the UNESCO World Heritage-designated romantic Rhine with its more than 40 castles and famous Lorelei Rock. Enjoy leisure time in Rüdesheim, a celebrated wine town during the evening.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included. |
| DAY 7 Frankfurt |
Frankfurt, Germany
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Your panoramic tour of dynamic Frankfurt takes you through the financial hub with its imposing skyline and past Old Town, Goethe University, and the Botanical Gardens. Then explore the historic area around Römer Square on foot, passing St. Paul’s Church and picturesque gabled houses.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included. |
| DAY 8 Miltenberg |
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Visit historic Miltenberg, a quintessentially charming medieval village with its fairytale half-timbered houses, Crooked House, and Royal Inn, which has been serving meals since the 17th century. Take in the breathtakingly beautiful scenery along the meandering Main River as you relax onboard in the afternoon.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included. |
| DAY 9 Würzburg (Rothenburg) |
Wurzburg, Germany
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Travel along the Romantic Road, a spec-tacular route winding through Bavaria to the Alps, past extravagant baroque palaces, medieval-walled towns, placid lakes, and beautiful mountains. Located on the Tauber River, a visit to Rothenburg is like taking a trip back in time to the Middle Ages. The old city walls still stand, protecting the charming core of gothic churches and gabled houses from intruders.
Breakfast and Dinner Included |
| DAY 10 Bamberg |
Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany
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Stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bamberg with your guide. See the unique town hall, the Imperial Cathedral, and the fishermen’s village known as Little Venice.
Breakfast, Lunch and Captain's Farewell Dinner Included. |
| DAY 11 Nuremberg (disembark), transfer to airport |
Nuremberg, Germany
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Disembark the ship and transfer to Nuremberg Airport for your flight home, or extend your stay in Prague, the “City of Spires.”
Breakfast Included |
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