WONDERS OF SCANDINAVIA WITH MAGNIFICENT EUROPE

Welcome to Copenhagen. You’ll be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. This evening, come together for a welcome reception.

Stay: Two nights, Copenhagen, Admiral Hotel

Join a local guide and tour the beautiful Danish capital of Copenhagen, a fairy-tale city home to more bicycles than people. See the Little Mermaid and the Gefion Fountain. Then visit Amalienborg Palace, the winter residence of the Danish Royal Family. Enjoy free time for lunch in Nyhavn before taking a canal tour around Copenhagen’s harbour and canals. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at Tivoli Gardens.

Today, say goodbye to Denmark and take an included flight to Bergen, a colourful town on the western coast of Norway. The second largest city in Norway, Bergen is the main capital of the fjord country. This evening, enjoy dinner in a traditional restaurant located in the historic harbour district of Bryggen, known for its traditional timbered houses.

Stay: Two Nights, Bergen Bors Hotel

This morning, head out on a walking tour of Bergen. See King Haakon’s Hall, the Rosenkranz Tower, the Grieghall and the bustling fish and flower markets. Enjoy free time in Bryggen before taking a funicular train to the top of Mount Floyen. Take in spectacular views of Bergen and the surrounding fjords before enjoying the rest of the day at leisure.

Enroute to Lofthus, enjoy a cruise on the pristine Hardangerfjord, the fourth longest fjord in the world. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Stay: Lofthus, Ullensvang Hotel

This morning, travel by coach to Voss where you have some free time before boarding the iconic Flam Railway, one of the most beautiful train journeys in the world. Admire the stunning scenery of Western Norway as you travel by rail alongside majestic waterfalls, lush green vegetation and deep blue fjords.

Stay: Flam, Fretheim Hotel

Today visit Briksdal Glacier, set amidst waterfalls and mountains. From 1,200 metres, the Briksdal Glacier is just one arm of Europe’s largest glacier, the Jostedalsbreen. After lunch, ride to the glacier in a ‘troll car.’ This evening, arrive in Geiranger.

Stay: Two Nights, Geiranger, Union Hotel

Head to Dalsnibba Mountain, 11,500 metres above sea level offering a magnificent vista of the surrounding mountainous landscape and the fjord below. After viewing Geirangerfjord from above, experience it firsthand with a cruise on this UNESCO World Heritage site.

On your way to Alesund, journey along the Trollstiegen road, one of the most scenic roads in the world.

Stay: Alesund, Brosundet Hotel

Today take a flight to Oslo, where you will embark on a city tour. A unique fusion of old and new, Oslo is a historical city that has become better known for its contemporary architecture, modern art and sculpture parks. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE: Take a backstage tour of the Oslo Opera House. Home to the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, this unique building features angular architecture seemingly arising from the waters of Oslo Fjord.

This morning, enjoy the scenery as we travel towards Sweden. Upon arrival at Farna Herrgard & Spa, choose your activity. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Perhaps head off on a nature hike, keeping watch for moose and other local wildlife before returning for an outdoor dinner. Those who prefer to stay in can enjoy a relaxing spa experience, followed by dinner at the hotel.

This morning, visit the Old Town of Sigtuna, a medieval town that dates back to 1252, featuring colourful wooden houses, old church ruins and runic stones. Later, arrive in Stockholm, the largest of the Nordic cities. Known as the’ Venice of the North’, Stockholm is built upon an archipelago of islands and canals. Tonight, enjoy a special farewell dinner Fem Sma Hus restaurant, located in the old town.

Stay: Two Nights, Stockholm, Radisson Collection Strand Hotel

Discover Stockholm on your choice of sightseeing activity. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Foodies will delight in a visit to Stockholm’s market halls and dining hot spots, where you will be introduced to an array of Swedish delights. Alternatively, visit the Vasa Ship Museum.

This morning, transfer to the airport for your included flight to Amsterdam. You’ll be met on arrival and transfer you to your ship.

Stay: 14 Nights, APT Ostara

Choose how you spend today. Tonight, enjoy a gala welcome dinner. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Perhaps cruise the canals on a glass-top boat or visit the Old Amsterdam Cheese Store for a cheese tasting matched with wine. Alternatively, join a guided bike ride through the countryside to the village of Durgerdam before visiting the Street Art Museum. Guests travelling on spring departures can also visit Keukenhof Gardens, home to more than seven million flowering bulbs.

This morning will be spent cruising through Germany. Disembark in Andernach and enjoy a Signature Experience here. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE: Princess Heide von Hohenzollern will graciously welcome you into her home, Namedy Castle. Wander through the castle and its manicured gardens, before savouring a morning tea, where a pianist sets the mood.

Have your camera handy to capture some of the best scenery you’ll encounter as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge. Dock in Rudesheim, where you’ll choose your activity. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: You might like to take a gondola ride or visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum. Alternatively, visit a historic wine cellar for a tasting of Rhine Valley wines.

Step ashore in Miltenberg and set out on a guided exploration. Wander through cobblestone streets and admire the town’s enchanting half-timbered houses before time at leisure.

Your day unfolds on your terms thanks to a choice of activities today. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Seize the day and walk to the 18th-century Wurzburg Residence. Alternatively, perhaps travel to Rothenburg, or join a hike to Marienberg Fortress.

Sail to World Heritage-listed Bamberg, where you’ll join a guided exploration with a local expert. Bamberg is a town in northern Bavaria, Germany, laid out over 7 hills where the Regnitz and Main rivers meet. Its old town preserves structures from the 11th to 19th centuries including the muraled Altes Rathaus (town hall), which occupies an island in the Regnitz reached by arched bridges. The Romanesque Bamberg Cathedral, begun in the 11th century, features 4 towers and numerous stone carvings. ―

This morning gives you the chance to choose your sightseeing activity. This afternoon, continue cruising on the Main-Danube Canal. Having taken 32 years to construct, the canal links the North and Black seas. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Perhaps journey through Nuremberg’s World War II sites. Or join a tour focused on Nuremberg’s medieval history.

Discover Regensburg on your choice of activities today. In Regensburg, set out on a guided tour to explore its atmospheric World Heritage-listed city centre. With a history dating back to the Roman times, this incredible city was the first capital of Bavaria. Your tour will finish with a tasting at Regensburg’s historic sausage kitchen, thought to be one of the oldest working restaurants in the world. Or you might prefer to get active and take a guided bike ride to the Walhalla memorial. This neo-classical building sits above the Danube River and houses a hall of fame that honours notable politicians, artists, sovereigns and scientists from Germany’s past.

Take a guided tour of Salzburg before a Signature Experience. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE: Be welcomed by a Jagdhornblaser – a hunting horn blower – into a rustic, traditional restaurant on the Gaisberg mountain overlooking Salzburg. Enjoy a welcome drink as you soak in the scenery before savouring a delicious lunch, followed by a show featuring music from the classic film, ‘The Sound of Music’.

Visit the statuary-adorned Melk Abbey. Then, it’s up to you how you get to the next port of call. In Durnstein, perhaps join a hike to the medieval castle ruins. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Cruise through the Wachau Valley to Durnstein, where you’ll roam its cobblestoned lanes at your leisure. Or perhaps take a guided bike ride along the river from Melk to Durnstein.

Arrive in Vienna and set out on a city tour. Take in the city’s many landmarks along the Ringstrasse, as well as St Stephen’s Cathedral. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure to explore. This evening is set aside for your magical Signature Experience. SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE: After dinner, head to the princely family of Liechtenstein’s City Palace in the heart of Vienna, where we have arranged an exclusive cocktail party and private recital, just for you. A full orchestra will perform classical masterpieces by Mozart and Strauss, and you will be enchanted by an operatic recital.

Head out on your choice of tours, then set sail for Hungary. This evening, enjoy a Captain’s farewell dinner. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Perhaps visit the 1,441-room Schonbrunn Palace and its gardens. Otherwise, tick another country off your list and journey to Slovakia’s Bratislava.

Choose your sightseeing in Budapest today. The afternoon is yours at leisure to further explore. FREEDOM OF CHOICE: Enjoy a city tour of Budapest taking in its historic monuments including Heroes’ Square and St Stephen’s Cathedral before a visit to the Great Market Hall for some tastings of local produce. Alternatively, board a funicular to Castle Hill, then walk to Fisherman’s Bastion. Alternatively, you may wish to relax in the thermal water pools at one of Budapest’s famous baths.

Disembark your river ship and transfer to the airport. Interested in extending your European holiday? Ask our Travel Advisors about our incredible range of accommodation, touring and cruise packages.