DAY 3, Friday - Prague City Tour
Your morning tour of Prague includes a visit to the 1000-year-old Hradcany Castle grounds, former residence of the Bohemian kings. Take in the views of the Charles Bridge and Lesser Town below and see the elegant courtyards, St. George Basilica and the St. Vitus Cathedral. Continue to the Jewish Quarter and the Old Town Square to view the world-famous Astronomical Clock and Town Hall. The rest of the day is at leisure to visit museums, galleries or wander along the banks of the Vltava River
Overnight: Prague
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3, Friday - Prague City Tour
This morning, bid farewell to Prague and begin the drive to the port in Regensburg. On your way, stop in the city of Pilsen for a city tour. Visit Republic Square, one of the largest medieval squares in the Czech Republic, and gaze upon the gothic style of St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and Old Town Hall. View the onion domes of the Great Synagogue before having time to explore Pilsen on your own. Later, continue to the port in Regensburg for embarkation. After arrival formalities, time to relax on board. Tonight, meet your Cruise Director and enjoy a dinner
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4, Saturday - Pilsen & Cruise Embarkation in Regensburg
This morning, explore Regensburg, one of Germany's largest and best preserved medieval cities, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The guided walking tour highlights the city's stunning architecture as you view the Old Town Hall, Dom St. Peter, and the Porta Praetoria, gateway to an ancient Roman fort built in 179 AD. Marvel at the beautiful churches and one of the oldest stone bridges crossing the Danube
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5, Sunday - Regensburg City Tour
Continue cruising this morning and admire the stunning scenery along the way. After lunch, arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's energetic city, which is almost one thousand years old. View the Palace of Justice where the War Crimes Tribunal met in 1946, known as the Nuremberg Trials. Explore the renowned Christmas market in the Old Town, which attracts visitors from all over the world. The air is scented with a Yuletide aroma of roasted almonds, fresh gingerbread and hot chestnuts. Look up and see the golden angel in her white dress and jeweled crown, symbol of this magical market
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6, Monday - Nuremberg City Tour & Christmas Market
Today, dock in Bamberg, former residence of one of Germany's most powerful imperial dynasties and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin your tour in the medieval city center with its impressive 11th century Romanesque cathedral and rose garden. After, view the unusual City Hall built on a tiny island in the middle of the Regnitz River and Little Venice. Bamberg's famous Trail of Nativity Scenes comprises more than 38 churches, chapels and public places with creches and nativity scenes. The afternoon is yours to discover the various festive markets
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7, Tuesday - Bamberg City Tour & Christmas Market
Discover Wurzburg, named the "Pearl of the Romantic Road," with its Marienberg fortress, 15th century bridge, and lush vineyards. Your walk takes you to the ornate Bishops' Residenz Palace, an example of Baroque architecture, home to the largest ceiling fresco ever painted and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This afternoon, visit the Christmas markets and browse the wooden stalls. Look out for handmade knitwear, jewelry, pewter and wooden toys. Sample Franconian Christmas specialties along with traditional gluhwein, a popular hot red wine infused with spices and orange peel
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8, Wednesday - Wurzburg City Tour & Christmas Market
This morning, stroll through Wertheim on your guided tour, a German town well-known for its glassworks and Franconian wine. View half-timbered houses and the medieval town center and Market Square. In the afternoon, your time at the markets can be spent enjoying a classic German pretzel
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9, Thursday - Wertheim City Tour
After breakfast, take a walking tour of the city with your local guide. Frankfurt is home of the European Central Bank and financial heart of Germany. Situated on the banks of the River Main, Frankfurt is a city of contrasts. Its modern skyline is a striking backdrop of the Frankfurt Old Town and Römerberg. Spend the afternoon at the Frankfurt Christmas market. Held for over 600 years, this traditional market is the highlight of the holiday season. A variety of stalls feature unique decorations and holiday gifts. A visit to the market is not complete without a glass of mulled wine and local delicacies
Overnight: River Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10, Friday - Frankfurt City Tour & Christmas Market
Transfer to the airport in Frankfurt for your departure flight. The airport is approximately a 30 minute drive from the port. Disembarkation will end at 9:30 AM
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 11, Saturday - Depart Germany
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