Great Rivers of Europe - 2024

Your 15-night journey includes: River-view stateroom aboard the m/s River Splendor; 14-night European river cruise to Mainz, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Heidelberg, Marktheidenfeld, Würzburg, Bamberg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Vienna & Budapest
  • The Danube River along the shore of Budapest, featuring the grand Parliament building
    OUR GREAT RIVERS OF EUROPE CRUISE BRINGS YOU THROUGH THE MOST SCENIC STRETCHES OF GERMANY, AUSTRIA, AND HUNGARY
  • Europe Wine River Cruise with Castles and Cathedrals including Cologne, Rüdesheim, Heidelberg, Würzburg, Nuremberg, Regensburg, Passau, Vienna, and Budapest
    TAKE IN THE PICTURESQUE VILLAGES AND VINEYARDS LINING THE UNESCO-LISTED WACHAU VALLEY
  • TOUR THE RESIDENZ PALACE IN UNESCO-LISTED WÜRZBURG, WITH INCLUDED WINE TASTING
  • ENJOY A TOUR REVEALING NUREMBERG’S MEDIEVAL PAST
  • ROUND OUT THIS REMARKABLE JOURNEY WITH AN EXTENSION TO BRATISLAVA, SLOVAKIA & PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC
DATES & PRICES
STARTING FROM
$5,548
  • $346
    PER DAY
  • 16
    DAYS WITH AIR
  • 28
    TOURS
  • 85 FREE Single Supplements Available
  • 21 Solo Friendly Spaces Available
TRIP WITHOUT AIR
FROM $4,799
or 15 DAYS FROM $319
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What to Expect

Activity Level

Takes into consideration the physical requirements for each of the trips, walking, hiking, climbing in and out of safari vehicles etc.
           Moderate

Travelers should be able to climb 60 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 3 miles over some steep slopes and loose or uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for 3 or more hours at a time. Altitude can range from 5,000 to 7,000 feet.

Pacing

Takes into consideration the length of bus rides, flights, number of destinations in the number of days
           Moderately Easy

Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motorcoach travel.

  • Visit 12 ports of call in 15 days during your European river Cruise, spending 14 nights aboard the Deluxe m/s River Splendor
  • There will be plenty of time to enjoy the wonders of a Danube, Main, and Rhine on the cruise, with views of castle-crowned vistas, medieval townships, and the grand capital cities of Vienna and Budapest
  • Overnight and full-day stays in many ports, with the ship departing late in the evening

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • On your European river cruise, you'll have a chance to join included walking tours that go at an easier leisurely pace or some that go at a faster clip, depending upon your abilities and preferences. Either way, you won't miss any highlights
  • On some tours, you'll have free time to walk on your own
  • The Rhine and Danube river valleys are steep and many of the places you'll visit rise up along the river banks. Therefore, expect short uphill walks from the ship as you set out to visit town centers
  • Castle visits often require climbing flights of stairs
Please note: Vantage's owned fleet of river cruise ships have elevators, but tours are not intended for travelers using mobility aids like walkers and wheelchairs. There are steps onboard.

TERRAIN & TRANSPORTATION:

  • Many of the walking on tours is over uneven terrain, cobblestone walkways, and flagstone paths
  • Air-conditioned private motorcoaches are used whenever possible to bring you as close to the pedestrian centers as the historic preservation of these older towns and cities allow

CLIMATE:

  • Temperatures typically peak in the summer. Winter can be chilly and it will usually be colder at night
  • Since the weather is unpredictable, please check weather sites online for 10-day forecasts closer to your departure date to plan your packing accordingly

Important Notice: The above day-by-day itinerary is preliminary and subject to change. If changes occur while on tour, you will be notified by your Cruise Director or regional expert. In addition, should there be an extreme change in water levels, Vantage will do everything possible to provide either the included excursion or an alternate excursion at Vantage’s discretion.

Please Note: Port times & itineraries are subject to change. Fluctuating water levels may affect itinerary.

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Vantage Leading Competitor Vantage Advantage
Journey Majestic Rivers of Europe Wine Cruise: Castles, Cathedrals & Fairy Tales Capitals of Eastern Europe Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors!
Departure Comparison Jun-Nov Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Aug, Sep, Nov
Per Diem $300 $265
Included Tours and Special Features 32 included features and Cultural Connections — a value of $1,660 per person!

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Complimentary services of a Vantage Deluxe Concierge to assist with all your personal requests before and during your adventure
12 guided tours

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

More included tours and cultural experiences offered!
 Vessel Size Our European river vessel, the m/s Splendor, offers 14 solo and triple-occupancy cabins with a max capacity of 174 passengers. 
 237 guest Our ships are smaller, more intimate, and have an industry-leading number of solo-ready cabins, as well as a fantastic crew-to-passenger ratio. 
 Accommodations in hotels On each journey that we offer with Vantage, your hotel accommodations will be included in the total price of your cruise.   Not specified on webpage  We choose all of our partner hotels with comfort and luxury in mind, and will let you know ahead of time which hotel you’ll be staying in at each port.
Air Inclusive Price* $4,799 $4,499
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# of Days 16 17
Meals 41 meals: 14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 14 dinners, with complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner on board
Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner
24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water
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Single Travelers Free Singles on every departure value of $6,399
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Extend Your Trip
Berlin 4 days from $700 ($175 per day)
Prague 4 days from $1,399 ($350 per day)
Pre and Post Cruise Extensions available. Venice & Zagreb 5 nights at $2,499. Prague $799 for 3 nights. Extend your journey and get more value for your dollar.
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