CITIES & PORTS

PRAGUE, CZECHIA

Spend 2 nights in Prague, capital of the Czech Republic and a city rich in history, stunning architecture and vibrant culture, often referred to as the “city of a hundred spires.” Enjoy a Prague City Tour and visit the Prague Castle, a castle complex dating from the 9th century. The castle has been a seat of power for Kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman Emperors, and Presidents of Czechoslovakia. Also see St. Vitus Cathedral, the Royal Palace, St. George

Basilica and the Golden Lane. Continue across the Vltava River via the famous and historic Charles Bridge, which dates back to 1357. Visit the Old Town Square to see the medieval Astronomical Clock installed in 1410. Prague features one of Europe’s best Christmas Markets.

BRNO, CZECHIA

Located at the confluence of the Svitava and Svratka Rivers, Brno is the second-largest city in the Czech Republic after Prague, and one of the 100 largest cities in the European Union. The Brno Christmas Market is a vibrant celebration of Czech traditions, offering a unique blend of cultural experiences and festive shopping.

BUDAPEST, HUNGARY

Budapest is one of Europe’s most beautiful cities. The city straddles both banks of the Danube linked by seven bridges including the famous Chain and Elizabeth Bridges. An included sightseeing tour presents you with a fantastic opportunity to become acquainted with Hungary’s beautiful capital.  Enjoy a photo stop at Gellert Hill, see historic Buda Castle, 500-year-old Matthias Church, St. Stephen’s Basilica, the distinctive Fisherman’s Bastion and the marvelous Royal Palace.

BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA

Enjoy a Bratislava City Tour and walk through the city, see the home of the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra, the old city walls, the summer residence of the archbishop and the current residence of the president of Slovakia.  Traverse through the restored old town, from Michael’s Gate, and admire other impressive sights such as the Primatial Palace and St. Martin’s Cathedral, former coronation cathedral for Hungarian Kings. Bratislava is

a little jewel along the Danube with a wonderful Christmas Market.

VIENNA, AUSTRIA

Enjoy the included Vienna City Tour. For over 600 years, the magnificent baroque capital city of Vienna was the seat of the mighty Hapsburg Emperors, a heritage that has bestowed it with many dazzling palaces and monuments: the lavish Hofburg Palace, the impressive Vienna Opera House and the majestic Ringstrasse. The capital is also known as the “City of Music” for having once been the home of composers such as Beethoven, Schubert, Mozart and Johann Strauss. Maybe visit the Schoenbrunn Palace on your own.

EUROPEAN CHRISTMAS MARKETS

Enjoy this magical time of year as Europe’s countries hold steadfastly onto Old World holiday tradition and transform into fairy-tale Christmas settings. The sights and sensations of the holiday season are everywhere with the tastes of chocolate covered Lebkuchen (gingerbread), sizzling grilled sausages and spiced hot “Gluhwein” (mulled wine). Shop for

ornaments, crafts, candles, nutcrackers, winter hats, roasted nuts and other traditional items. “Stollen” is a traditional German Christmas bread including sweet dough, nuts and spices topped with powdered sugar.

Day 1 - DEPART US - OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO EUROPE

Day 2 - ARRIVE PRAGUE - HOTEL OVERNIGHT IN PRAGUE

Meet PWD Representative or Tour Director - Hotel Transfer

Arrive Prague hotel for a 2-Night stay - Evening at leisure

Overnight - Old Town Area, Prague

Day 3 - PRAGUE CITY TOUR

Morning - Prague City Tour including a visit to the Prague Castle

Afternoon - Prague Christmas Markets & Leisure time

(B) Overnight - Old Town Area, Prague

Day 4 - PRAGUE - BRNO - BUDAPEST - BOARD SHIP

Morning - Motorcoach south to Brno - Visit the Brno Christmas Market

Continue to Budapest - Board the MS Riviera Radiance for 5 Night Cruise

Welcome Dinner Onboard - Ship docked overnight in Budapest

(B & D) Overnight - Riviera Radiance

Day 5 - BUDAPEST

Morning - Budapest City Tour

Afternoon - High Tea Onboard - Cruising through the Danube Bend

(B,L & D) Overnight - Riviera Radiance

Day 6 - BRATISLAVA

Morning - Bratislava City Tour & visit Bratislava Christmas Markets

Afternoon - Time at leisure in Bratislava

(B,L & D) Overnight - Riviera Radiance

Day 7 - VIENNA

Morning - Vienna City Tour & visit Vienna Christmas Markets

Afternoon - Time at leisure in Vienna

Evening - Farewell Dinner - String Quartet Recital Onboard - Ship departs

(B,L & D) Overnight - Riviera Radiance

Day 8 - BUDAPEST

Morning - Danube Cruising - Christmas Bread Making Demo Onboard

Afternoon - Arrive Budapest - Free time to visit Budapest Christmas Markets

Farewell Drink before Dinner - Ship docked overnight in Budapest

(B,L & D) Overnight - Riviera Radiance

Day 9 - BUDAPEST - FLIGHTS HOME

Transfer to the Budapest Airport for your flight home (B)