Tour Grand Alpine Explorer With European Gems - With Porterage (2

Accommodation

14 nights premium accommodation 14 nights cruising on a premium Travelmarvel river ship Two Nights, Munich, Pullman Hotel Three Nights, Traunkirchen, Hotel Post or similar Two Nights, Seefeld, Hotel Residenz Hochland Three Nights, St Moritz, Hotel Schweizerhof Three Nights, Hotel Interlaken Amsterdam, Movenpick Hotel 14 Nights, aboard your premium Travelmarvel river ship

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EUTCAPG29P - 2020 season runs for 29 days Explore 29 towns, villages and cities

Meals

64 meals - 28 breakfasts, 14 lunches and 22 dinners Daily bottled water, tea and coffee, as well as soft drink, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise

Guide

Services of a Great Rail Journeys Tour Escort, Travelmarvel Cruise Director and expert local guides

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Airport transfers, port charges and tipping

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrive Munich
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrive Munich

You’ll be met on arrival in Munich and transferred to your hotel. Located within view of the Alps, lively Munich is the capital of Bavaria, as well as one of Germany’s best-loved cities.
Day 2 Day 2: Munich
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Munich

Become immersed in the illustrious sights of Munich. With a rich culture and heritage, the city has a wonderful collection of museums, galleries and architecture. Enjoy a guided walking tour to introduce you to the highlights of Munich, before time at leisure.
Day 3 Day 3: Salzburg, Traunkirchen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Salzburg, Traunkirchen

Leaving Munich behind this morning, take the train into Austria. Arrive in Salzburg, a city known the world over as the birthplace of Mozart, and the setting for the classic film, ‘The Sound of Music’. On arrival, you will embark on a sightseeing tour with a local guide. Later, travel by coach to Lake Traunsee, a spectacular lake that resembles a fjord. The lovely lakeside village of Traunkirchen will be your home for the next three nights.
Day 4 Day 4: Traunkirchen
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Traunkirchen

Today is free for you to relax in Traunkirchen. Perhaps go for a stroll around the village’s cobbled lanes and admire the authentic fishermen’s cottages and the Monastery of Traunkirchen.
Day 5 Day 5: Austrian Lake District
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Austrian Lake District

Discover the beauty of the Austrian Lake District today, heading first to Bad Ischl, before pressing on to St Gilgen, filled to the brim with baroque and rococo character. Continue to St Wolfgang and enjoy a lake cruise. Enjoy time at leisure in Wolfgansee before continuing to Mondsee for free time. Perhaps visit the town’s cloister church, used as the site of the wedding in ‘The Sound of Music’. Return to your hotel in Traunkirchen for dinner.
Day 6 Day 6: Prien Am Chiemsee, Seefeld
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Prien Am Chiemsee, Seefeld

This morning, travel to the Bavarian town of Prien am Chiemsee. Cruise across Chiemsee Lake to the royal island of Herreninsel, home to the fairytale castle of Herrenchiemsee. The castle was once the residence of King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who drew inspiration from the lavish Palace of Versailles in France. Enjoy free time to explore before continuing to Seefeld.
Day 7 Day 7: Neuschwanstein Castle, Zugspitze Railway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Neuschwanstein Castle, Zugspitze Railway

Your travels today will take you to the glorious Neuschwanstein Castle. Nestled in the Alps, it is a stunning sight, with a storied history. Enjoy time at leisure in Hohenschwangau before journeying aboard the Zugspitze Railway to the summit of Zugspitze. The final leg is by cable car which takes you over the forests to the summit, where you will have free time to enjoy the views.
Day 8 Day 8: Innsbruck, Swiss Alps, St Moritz
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Innsbruck, Swiss Alps, St Moritz

This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Innsbruck and learn of life in the historic old town. Then it’s time for a rail journey through the spellbinding scenery of the Swiss Alps. Pass through Liechtenstein and into the Swiss town of Sargans. Here you change trains and travel alongside the Rhine to Chur, before continuing to the resort town of St Moritz.
Day 9 Day 9: Bernina Express, Tirano
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Bernina Express, Tirano

Journey to the Italian town of Tirano aboard the Bernina Express. Here, you’ll have free time before the return journey.
Day 10 Day 10: St Moritz
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: St Moritz

Spend today as you please soaking up the glitz and glamour of St Moritz.
Day 11 Day 11: Glacier Express, Interlaken
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Glacier Express, Interlaken

Journey aboard the Glacier Express from St Moritz to Brig, enjoying a tasty two-course lunch at your seat. The train climbs steadily and steeply up and over the Oberalp Pass, then spirals downward past little villages on the way to Brig. Here you change trains and continue on to Interlaken.
Day 12 Day 12: Jungfrau Railway
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Jungfrau Railway

Today’s adventure begins as you leave Interlaken and travel through the foothills of the Alps to Lauterbrunnen. You will then join the Wengeralp Railway to Kleine Scheidegg. It is here your journey on the iconic Jungfrau Railway begins. See spectacular views at two observation stops, hewn out of solid rock between the rail tunnel and the infamous north face of the Eiger. Your final destination is the Jungfraujoch, Europe’s highest railway station. Enjoy free time at the summit station and perhaps explore its Ice Palace.
Day 13 Day 13: Interlaken
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Interlaken

Wake to the breathtaking mountain vistas of Interlaken – this beautiful town is all yours to explore today. Spend time as you like, perhaps exploring the glacier-fed lakes.
Day 14 Day 14: Zürich, Amsterdam
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Zürich, Amsterdam

After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Zürich for your onward flight to Amsterdam. Check into your Amsterdam hotel today and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure to relax or explore as you please. Please note this day is unescorted.
Day 15 Day 15: Amsterdam, Embark Ship
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 15: Amsterdam, Embark Ship

Today be transferred from your hotel to your premium river ship. This evening meet your Cruise Director and fellow passengers at a Captain’s Welcome Reception.
Day 16 Day 16: Amsterdam, Utrecht
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 16: Amsterdam, Utrecht

Board a glass-top boat and glide through Amsterdam’s maze of waterways with a local guide before enjoying some free time to explore this lively city. Later travel by coach to Utrecht, via Rembrandt’s Windmill. From here, your ship will set off along the Rhine as you prepare for tonight’s special Gala Dinner.
Day 17 Day 17: Cologne, Brühl
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 17: Cologne, Brühl

Learn how the twin spires of Cologne’s famous cathedral, the Kölner Dom, took over six centuries to complete as you cruise into this picturesque city. Disembark and take the short drive to Brühl, where you will enjoy an Insider Experience.
Day 18 Day 18: Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 18: Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim

Dock in Rüdesheim, and board the Winzerexpress mini-train, bound for Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum.
Day 19 Day 19: Miltenberg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 19: Miltenberg

Discover Miltenberg’s half-timbered buildings dating from the 15th to 18th century.
Day 20 Day 20: Würzburg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 20: Würzburg

Board a coach and travel through the rolling hills to Würzburg. Admire the Baroque palace and walk through the beautiful Court Garden. Later, perhaps enjoy an optional visit to medieval Rothenburg.
Day 21 Day 21: Bamberg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 21: Bamberg

Cruise along the last stretch of the Main River before arriving at Bamberg. Here choose between an afternoon of free time or a guided tour. Later on this evening, your ship will reach the Main-Danube Canal.
Day 22 Day 22: Nuremberg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 22: Nuremberg

Explore Nuremberg, the site of Hitler’s now infamous rallies. Wander the cobblestone streets discovering hidden boutiques and artisan stores. Finish your day cruising through the Main-Danube Canal, crossing Europe’s Continental Divide thanks to the canal’s 16 stair-step locks.
Day 23 Day 23: Regensburg
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 23: Regensburg

Having reached the Danube River overnight, Regensburg awaits. Spend the day in this charming city, docked right in the heart of town, and join a guided walking tour to see its major sights.
Day 24 Day 24: Passau
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 24: Passau

As you enjoy your breakfast, arrive in the ‘Three Rivers City’ of Passau, where the rivers Inn and Ilz join the Danube. Today you can take part in a morning walking tour, or grab a bike and set out to explore. Alternatively, join an optional tour to Český Krumlov in the Czech Republic, or travel to Salzburg and enjoy the sights from ‘The Sound of Music’.
Day 25 Day 25: Melk, Dürnstein
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 25: Melk, Dürnstein

Join a local guide to see Melk Abbey, an active Benedictine monastery since 1089. Cruise through the picturesque Wachau Valley, then continue to Dürnstein, where you have a free afternoon to explore.
Day 26 Day 26: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 26: Vienna

In Vienna join a walking tour of St Stephen’s Cathedral, the Graben, Hofburg Palace and the Albertina. This evening, perhaps enjoy an optional concert featuring music from Mozart to The Sound of Music.
Day 27 Day 27: Vienna
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 27: Vienna

Today you decide on how to shape your experience in glorious Vienna. Perhaps visit the Hofburg area and the Imperial Treasury, or head to a cosy coffee house where you can try a traditional sachertorte. Otherwise, embark on an optional excursion, visiting Schönbrunn Palace, or head to Bratislava to discover soviet history.
Day 28 Day 28: Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 28: Budapest

After breakfast, the history and charm of Budapest are illuminated as a local guide leads you through the city. After a Captain’s Farewell Dinner, set off on a magical twilight cruise through the glittering heart of Budapest.
Day 29 Day 29: Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 29: Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

After breakfast disembark and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

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Itinerary of your trip Grand Alpine Explorer With European Gems - With Porterage (2

Day 1: Arrive Munich

Day 2: Munich

Day 3: Salzburg, Traunkirchen

Day 4: Traunkirchen

Day 5: Austrian Lake District

Day 6: Prien Am Chiemsee, Seefeld

Day 7: Neuschwanstein Castle, Zugspitze Railway

Day 8: Innsbruck, Swiss Alps, St Moritz

Day 9: Bernina Express, Tirano

Day 10: St Moritz

Day 11: Glacier Express, Interlaken

Day 12: Jungfrau Railway

Day 13: Interlaken

Day 14: Zürich, Amsterdam

Day 15: Amsterdam, Embark Ship

Day 16: Amsterdam, Utrecht

Day 17: Cologne, Brühl

Day 18: Rhine Gorge, Rüdesheim

Day 19: Miltenberg

Day 20: Würzburg

Day 21: Bamberg

Day 22: Nuremberg

Day 23: Regensburg

Day 24: Passau

Day 25: Melk, Dürnstein

Day 26: Vienna

Day 27: Vienna

Day 28: Budapest

Day 29: Disembark Ship, Depart Budapest

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