Amsterdam to Budapest (or reverse) - 16 days |
Ship - S.S. Beatrice |
Detailed Itinerary: Amsterdam to Budapest
Skip to Budapest to Amsterdam itinerary
Day 1: Amsterdam (Embarkation)
Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a cruise representative and transferred to the ship.
Day 2: Amsterdam
Enjoy the luxury of a full day in the “Venice of the North,” starting with a delightful tour of the Van Gogh Museum. Afterwards, explore the city with a canal ride or on foot with a local expert.
Choice of Amsterdam by canal and famous Rijksmuseum -or- Van Gogh Museum visit -or- Amsterdam Canal cruise
Day 3: Cologne
Enjoy a delightful tour of Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its stunning Renaissance façade. Wander through the historical center and take in its charming atmosphere and narrow alleyways flanked by old houses. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you’ll also have ample free time to explore the city on your own.
Featured Excursion: Cologne walking tour
In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 4: Rüdesheim
Experience the most spectacular scenery on the Rhine this morning as you cruise past the famous Middle Rhine Valley. Later, experience Germany’s fabled Rheingau in one of two ways today. Take in spectacular views of the region’s famous vineyards from the perspective of an aerial cable car, or venture within an atmospheric medieval monastery and taste the Rieslings made on site. Like many cities along the Rhine, Rüdesheim has a lengthy history that stretches back to Roman times. These days, the town is best known for its narrow avenue of shops and wine bars called the Drosselgasse and its impressive Niederwald Monument.
Choice of Rüdesheim wine village and panoramas of Niederwald Monument -or- Abbey Eberbach medieval monastery tour with Riesling tasting
Day 5: Frankfurt (Heidelberg)
Vibrant Frankfurt, often referred to as the “Mainhattan” of Europe, boasts world-class museums, soaring skyscrapers, cozy wine taverns and lovely parks. Choose a brief tour that gives you an overview of this major European financial and trade center. Alternatively, visit romantic Heidelberg and its Renaissance castle.
Choice of Frankfurt walking tour with local treats -or- Heidelberg Castle visit
Day 6: Wertheim - Cruising the Main River
After today, you may never eat a pretzel again without thinking of the town of Wertheim. You’ll meet one of Germany’s best pretzel makers, as well as the owner of a historic wine estate. If you’re more in the mood for a scenic bike ride, you are welcome to do that instead.
Choice of Wertheim walk with local treats or “Let's Go” Wertheim bicycle tour
Day 7: Würzburg
Our ship will dock in the charming Franconian town of Würzburg, where you can visit the extraordinary Würzburg Residence, one of the most opulent baroque palaces in Europe.
Featured Excursion: Würzburg Residence visit with Court Gardens
Day 8: Cruising the Main River - Kitzingen (Rothenburg)
Step into a fairytale version of the Middle Ages in Rothenburg and visit a medieval castle that’s been described as a miniature Versailles. Spend a relaxing day onboard as your ship wends its way along the Main River between Würzburg and Bamberg. It’s something of a truism to say that this route takes you from wine to beer, and you’ll see the transition as you sail past the vineyard-covered slopes around Würzburg toward Bavaria’s famous beer-brewing center, Bamberg. Along the way, you’ll pass delightful little villages and romantic castle ruins, drift under lovely old bridges, and have plenty of time to observe the fascinating variety of vessels plying the river, from heavily loaded barges to jaunty little pleasure craft.
Featured Excursion: Fairytale Rothenburg
Day 9: Bamberg
Your floating boutique hotel takes you to Bamberg today, a well-preserved town that offers a fascinating glimpse of medieval times. Explore the city on foot or opt to head deeper into the Franconian countryside to experience an authentic slice of rural life—including a tractor ride. Like Rome, the city is built on seven hills—but in Bamberg, a church tops each one.
Choice of Bamberg walking tour or Franconian “Village Day”
You’ll spend the rest of the day on the peaceful Main River, cruising past quiet Franconian hamlets and picturesque countryside. It’s the perfect time to indulge in the many comforts of your luxury ship while watching some of Europe’s loveliest scenery glide by.
Day 10: Nuremberg - Cruising the Main-Danube Canal
Head up to the top deck or find a seat with a good view—you won’t want to miss seeing the ship navigate its way through a marvel of modern engineering, the Main-Danube Canal. A formidable set of locks, 16 in all, lifts your ship to the crest of the European “continental divide.” Arrive in the archetypal medieval German city of Nuremberg. Nuremberg is justifiably famous for its gingerbread and pocket watches, and it was also the site of some key moments in 20th-century history. You’ll choose between two memorable ways of exploring this exceptional city. You can join a panoramic tour of the city, or you can accompany a local expert to the city’s most important WWII sites, including the enormous Nazi Party Rally Grounds—the actual site of the Nazi Party rallies.
Choice of Nuremberg panoramic city tour -or- Nuremberg city tour with WWII Rally Grounds and Documentation Center visits
Day 11: Regensburg
Today in Regensburg, you can travel through time or get a crash course in making craft beer, then watch high-tech robots assemble the Ultimate Driving Machine. Regensburg is a friendly town with quaint cobblestone streets, historic Roman ruins and a medieval city center. The remnants of Regensburg’s golden age are still on display, but don’t let its illustrious history fool you into thinking the town’s best days are all in the past.
Choice of Regensburg walking tour -or- BMW factory visit
Day 12: Passau
Located at the confluence of three rivers—the Danube, Inn and Ilz— Passau is well known for its ornate baroque cathedral. Today, the city is unusually well preserved, having been spared the brunt of Allied bombing during WWII, as you’ll see on your walking tour.
Choice of Passau walking tour or “Let's Go” bicycle ride along the Inn River
Day 13: Weissenkirchen (Melk)
Named for its white church, Weissenkirchen may very well be the prettiest village in the Wachau Valley. A local expert will show you around and introduce you to some regional delicacies, including a wine tasting. Prefer to go for baroque? Visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and its extraordinarily opulent library. Later, you can stretch your legs with a vineyard hike.
Choice of Weissenkirchen village walk with wine tasting -or- Melk Abbey with library visit -or- “Let’s Go” vineyard hike
Day 14: Vienna
Vienna is a cultural treasure trove revered for its art and music (and sinfully rich pastries). Experience the City of Waltzes with your choice of excursions. Begin your day with an itinerary highlight—our “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum. Then, you can choose between two different guided tours: an Imperial city highlights tour or an Imperial Crypt of the Habsburgs walking tour.
Featured Excursion: “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum
Choice of Vienna - Imperial city highlights or Imperial Crypt of the Habsburgs walking tour
A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Day 15: Budapest
Called the “Queen of the Danube,” in part because of the way the city hugs the banks of the river, Budapest is an enchanting city that vibrantly mixes East and West, medieval and modern. Made up of two parts— Buda (the hills) and Pest (the flatlands)—and divided by the Danube, Hungary’s capital presents an array of architectural styles that reveal its long and varied history. You’ll have two enticing ways to experience the city—a panoramic guided tour aboard a motorcoach with a visit to the Parliament, or discover the Budapest that locals love on a special walking tour of the city’s most important landmarks.
Choice of Budapest panoramic highlights with Parliament visit or Budapest walk with local treats
Day 16: Budapest (Disembarkation)
Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for your flight home.
Departures & Pricing
Detailed Itinerary: Budapest to Amsterdam
Skip to Amsterdam to Budapest itinerary
Day 1: Budapest (Embarkation)
Arrive at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. If your cruise package includes a group arrival transfer or if you have purchased a private arrival transfer, you will be greeted by a cruise representative and transferred to the ship.
Day 2: Budapest
Called the “Queen of the Danube,” in part because of the way the city hugs the banks of the river, Budapest is an enchanting city that vibrantly mixes East and West, medieval and modern. Made up of two parts— Buda (the hills) and Pest (the flatlands)—and divided by the Danube, Hungary’s capital presents an array of architectural styles that reveal its long and varied history. You’ll have two enticing ways to experience the city—a panoramic guided tour aboard a motorcoach with a visit to the Parliament, or discover the Budapest that locals love on a special walking tour of the city’s most important landmarks.
Choice of Budapest panoramic highlights with Parliament visit or Budapest walk with local treats
In the evening, a special Captain’s Welcome Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you.
Day 3: Cruising the Danube River, Vienna
Today is your day to relax onboard, enjoying the luxuries of your river cruise ship while soaking in the spectacular scenery all around you as your ship heads for Vienna. Come up to the Sun Deck to admire the city’s landmarks strung along the riverbanks.
Day 4: Vienna
Vienna is a cultural treasure trove revered for its art and music (and sinfully rich pastries). Experience the City of Waltzes with your choice of excursions. Begin your day with an itinerary highlight—our “Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum. Then, you can choose between two different guided tours: an Imperial city highlights tour or an Imperial Crypt of the Habsburgs walking tour.
Featued Excursion:“Morning with the Masters” at the Vienna Art History Museum
Choice of Vienna - Imperial city highlights or Imperial Crypt of the Habsburgs walking tour
Day 5: Cruising the Wachau Valley - Weissenkirchen (Melk)
Awaken to the spectacular scenery of the Wachau Valley, one of the most beautiful stretches of river landscape in all of Europe. Named for its white church, Weissenkirchen may very well be the prettiest village in the Wachau Valley. A local expert will show you around and introduce you to some regional delicacies, including a wine tasting. Prefer to go for baroque? Visit the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and its extraordinarily opulent library. Later, you can stretch your legs with a vineyard hike.
Choice of Weissenkirchen village walk with wine tasting or Melk Abbey with library visit -or- “Let’s Go” vineyard hike
Day 6: Passau
Just before reaching Passau, the ship will pass through the famous Schlögener Schlinge—a “gooseneck” or hairpin turn in the Danube. Located at the confluence of three rivers—the Danube, Inn and Ilz— Passau is well known for its ornate baroque cathedral. Today, the city is unusually well preserved, having been spared the brunt of Allied bombing during WWII, as you’ll see on your walking tour.
Choice of Passau walking tour or “Let's Go” bicycle ride along the Inn River
Day 7: Regensburg
Today in Regensburg, you can travel through time or get a crash course in making craft beer, then watch high-tech robots assemble the Ultimate Driving Machine. Regensburg is a friendly town with quaint cobblestone streets, historic Roman ruins and a medieval city center. The remnants of Regensburg’s golden age are still on display, but don’t let its illustrious history fool you into thinking the town’s best days are all in the past.
Choice of Regensburg walking tour or BMW factory visit
Day 8:
Cruising the Main-Danube Canal - Nuremberg
Arrive in the archetypal medieval German city of Nuremberg. Nuremberg is justifiably famous for its gingerbread and pocket watches, and it was also the site of some key moments in 20th-century history. You’ll choose between two memorable ways of exploring this exceptional city. You can join a panoramic tour of the city, or you can accompany a local expert to the city’s most important WWII sites, including the enormous Nazi Party Rally Grounds—the actual site of the Nazi Party rallies.
Choice of Nuremberg panoramic city tour or Nuremberg city tour with WWII Rally Grounds and Documentation Center visit
Onboard: This morning, head up to the top deck or find a seat with a good view—you won’t want to miss seeing the ship navigate its way through a marvel of modern engineering, the Main-Danube Canal. A formidable set of locks, 16 in all, lifts your ship to the crest of the European “continental divide.”
Day 9: Bamberg
Your floating boutique hotel takes you to Bamberg today, a well-preserved town that offers a fascinating glimpse of medieval times. Explore the city on foot or opt to head deeper into the Franconian countryside to experience an authentic slice of rural life—including a tractor ride. Like Rome, the city is built on seven hills—but in Bamberg, a church tops each one.
Choice of Bamberg walking tour or Franconian “Village Day”
You’ll spend the rest of the day on the peaceful Main River, cruising past quiet Franconian hamlets and picturesque countryside. It’s the perfect time to indulge in the many comforts of your luxury ship while watching some of Europe’s loveliest scenery glide by.
Day 10: Würzburg
Your ship will dock in the charming Franconian town of Würzburg, where you can visit the extraordinary Würzburg Residence, one of the most opulent baroque palaces in Europe.
Choice of Fairytale Rothenburg -or- Würzburg Residence visit with Court Gardens
Day 11: Wertheim
After today, you may never eat a pretzel again without thinking of the town of Wertheim. You’ll meet one of Germany’s best pretzel makers, as well as the owner of a historic wine estate. If you’re more in the mood for a scenic bike ride, you are welcome to do that as well.
Choice of Wertheim walk with local treats -or- "Let's Go" Wertheim bicycle tour
Day 12: Frankfurt (Heidelberg)
Frankfurt is known as the “Mainhattan” of Europe due to its profusion of bankers and soaring skyscrapers, which coexist with the city’s traditional Old Town architecture. Choose a brief tour that gives you an overview of this major European financial and trade center. Alternatively, visit romantic Heidelberg and its Renaissance castle.
Choice of Frankfurt walking tour with local treats or Heidelberg Castle visit
Day 13: Rüdesheim - cruising the romantic Rhine River
Experience Germany’s fabled Rheingau in one of two ways today. Take in spectacular views of the region’s famous vineyards from the perspective of an aerial cable car, or venture within an atmospheric medieval monastery and taste the Rieslings made on site. The town is best known for its narrow avenue of shops and wine bars called the Drosselgasse. Experience the most spectacular scenery on the Rhine later in the afternoon as you cruise past the famous Middle Rhine Valley.
Choice of Rüdesheim wine village and panoramas of Niederwald Monument -or- Abbey Eberbach medieval monastery tour with Riesling tasting
Day 14: Cologne
Enjoy a delightful tour of Cologne’s Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing, as does the old city hall with its stunning Renaissance façade. Wander through the historical center and take in its charming atmosphere and narrow alleyways flanked by old houses. No matter how you choose to explore Old Town, you’ll also have ample free time to explore the city on your own.
Featured Excursion: Cologne walking tour
A special Captain’s Farewell Reception and Dinner will be prepared for you this evening.
Day 15: Amsterdam
Enjoy the luxury of a full day in the “Venice of the North,” starting with a delightful tour of the Van Gogh Museum. Afterwards, explore the city with a canal ride or on foot with a local expert.
Choice of Amsterdam Canal and famous Rijksmuseum or Van Gogh Museum visit or Amsterdam Canal cruise
Day 16: Amsterdam (Disembarkation)
Disembark the ship. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol for your flight home.
Departures & Pricing
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Departures Dates & USD Rates
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Rates are PER PASSENGER sharing a twin cabin. Cruise fares are capacity controlled and are subject to change at any time without notice. |
Cruise Start Date (From Amsterdam) |
Classic |
French Balcony |
Deluxe French Balcony |
Suite |
Grand Suite |
Royal Suite |
May 10, 2024 |
$7,999 |
$9,999 |
$10,199 |
$13,999 |
$19,299 |
$23,999 |
June 23, 2024 |
$7,999 |
$9,999 |
$10,199 |
$13,999 |
$19,299 |
$23,999 |
Aug 6, 2024 |
$7,499 |
$9,499 |
$10,499 |
$13,499 |
$18,799 |
$23,499 |
Sep 5, 2024 |
$7,999 |
$9,999 |
$10,199 |
$13,999 |
$19,299 |
$23,999 |
Cruise Start Date (From Budapest) |
Classic |
French Balcony |
Deluxe French Balcony |
Suite |
Grand Suite |
Royal Suite |
Apr 25, 2024 |
$7,499 |
$9,499 |
$10,499 |
$13,499 |
$18,799 |
$23,499 |
June 8, 2024 |
$7,999 |
$9,999 |
$10,199 |
$13,999 |
$19,299 |
$23,999 |
July 22, 2024 |
$7,499 |
$9,499 |
$10,499 |
$13,499 |
$18,799 |
$23,499 |
Aug 21, 2024 |
$7,499 |
$9,499 |
$10,499 |
$13,499 |
$18,799 |
$23,499 |
Oct 4, 2024 |
$7,999 |
$9,999 |
$10,199 |
$13,999 |
$19,299 |
$23,999 |
IMPORTANT: Dates, Prices & Itineraries are subject to change. |
Port charges: Additional $470 USD per person. |
For Single Traveler: Single Supplement applies. Please Inquire. |
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