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River Cruise

European Gems

2026

River Cruise

European Gems

European Gems

On Travelmarvel's 15 day European River Cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, weave right through the centre of the charming towns, villages and cities. Following the cruise, conclude your tour with three nights in Paris.

18 Days River Cruise

Itinerary

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Budapest to Paris

18 days / 17 night River Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Budapest, Embark Ship

Day 2

Budapest

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Day 3

Vienna

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Day 4

Vienna

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Day 5

Dürnstein, Melk

Day 6

Aschach, Passau

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Day 7

Regensburg

Day 8

Nuremberg

Day 9

Bamberg

Day 10

Würzburg

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Day 11

Miltenberg

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Day 12

Rüdesheim, Rhine Gorge

Day 13

Cologne, Brühl

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Day 14

Amsterdam

Day 15

Amsterdam, Disembark Ship, Paris

Day 16

Paris

Day 17

Paris

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Day 18

Depart Paris

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Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

14 nights cruising on a Travelmarvel river ship
Three nights immersed in Paris
Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director, Tour Director and local guides
44 meals - 17 breakfasts, 13 lunches and 14 dinners
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Explore 15 towns, villages and cities
Step back in time during a visit to the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Castle

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

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Bavarian Evening on Board

Enjoy an authentic Bavarian experience on board as you sample local beer and snacks, accompanied by traditional folk music, song and dance. 

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Miltenburg Culinary Tour

Gain a glimpse into local life in Miltenberg as you embark on a culinary walking tour. Sample regional specialties at a local butcher and baker before finishing with a tasting at a local distillery.

Augustusburg Palace

Explore the former residence of Archbishop-Elector Clemens August, the World Heritage-listed Augustusburg Palace in Brühl. Listen to enthralling stories and enjoy a walk through the stunning landscaped parks and gardens between the palace and the lodge.

Hungarian State Opera House
Hungarian State Opera House

Hungarian State Opera Visit

Visit the Hungarian State Opera House for a guided tour. You'll then enjoy a glass of sparkling wine as you're treated to a private opera recital.

What's On Board

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Cruise Aboard Travelmarvel's State-of-the-art River Ships

Travelmarvel’s latest fleet of European river ships shines bright. Named after the most luminous stars in European skies, every inch of these contemporary vessels has been custom-designed for your enjoyment.

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Trip Extensions

More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your cruise. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities.

What our customers are saying

What a great way to see some amazing scenery, learn some incredible history and walk in the steps of ancients. I would recommend this tour and this company to everyone i speak to.

The food was outstanding, the rooms very comfortable - everything was wonderful. There were great sight seeing trips and the guides were very knowledgeable.

Weather was glorious, food was like Masterchef every night and the team were very friendly and welcoming.

Thank you for ensuring everything from the major to the minor details were so thoroughly covered so that a perfectly smooth holiday flowed for us...

Thank you for making our first European trip so memorable. We will treasure our memories.

Each one of (our Tour Guides) was great, knew their area and history and were very approachable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Prices are for land/cruise only. Flights are not included unless specified 

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