Tour Description

CroisiCruise: ASU_PP

18 Days

Experience a unique trans-European crossing on the Rhine, Main and Danube! CroisiEurope offers you the opportunity to combine two cruise programs from Amsterdam to Strasbourg and from Strasbourg to Budapest in one 18-day trip to discover cities and fabulous sites in the Netherlands, Alsace and Hungary, including Germany and Austria. An opportunity not to be missed!

THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE

All meals included – DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
Refined French cuisine – Gala dinner and evening – Welcome cocktail
Free Wi-Fi in lounge and bar
Headsets are included for excursions
Official welcome from the captain and crew
Onboard activities
Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
All port fees included
Prepaid Classic sightseeing package

CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS

A combination of flavors, art and traditions
The Romantic RhineValley and the Lorelei Rock
From picturesque medieval towns to the imposing imperial and royal capitals
Classic Excursions:
- Amsterdam and its peculiar architecture
- The Keukenhof floral gardens(3)
- Heidelberg, charming Rüdesheim and Cologne
- Frankfurt, combining tradition and modernity
- The charming medieval towns of Rothenburg, Nuremberg and Regensburg
- Authentic Vienna
- Unique and romantic Budapest

Itinerary

Day 1: Amsterdam

Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. After comfortably settling into your cabin, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail. Dinner tonight will be followed by an excursion for both packages: Canal boat tour of the city.

Day 2: Amsterdam

This morning, join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Amsterdam. DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam. In the afternoon, join us for an excursion for both packages: Visit the Keukenhof Gardens(3). Enjoy a free evening. We’ll sail to Nijmegen through the night.

Day 3: Amsterdam – Nijmegen – Krefeld(2)

Join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Visit to the Kröller Müller museum(1). DISCOVERY: Enjoy a great bike ride through the De Hoge Veluwe National Park(1). Afterwards, we’ll return on board and cruise towards Krefeld, reaching it in the evening.

Day 4: Krefeld – Cologne – Konigswinter

This morning will be spent cruising to Cologne. In the afternoon, discover the old town in the company of our hostess. Our cruise continues to Königswinter. The evening is free to do as you please.

Day 5: Konigswinter – Rudesheim

This morning will be spent cruising. Upon arrival in Rüdesheim, enjoy some time on your own or join us on an excursion for both packages: tour Rüdesheim on board a tourist train and visit the Museum of Mechanical Musical Instruments. Enjoy a free evening in the lively Drosselgasse, world-famous for its open-air restaurants and beer taverns.

Day 6: Rudesheim – Speyer Or Mannheim

This morning will be spent cruising to Mannheim. Upon arrival, join us on an excursion for both packages: Visit Heidelberg. We’ll return on board for our gala dinner and start cruising towards Strasbourg. Our ship will sail through the night.

Day 7: Strasbourg

Enjoy breakfast on board as we reach Strasbourg at 9:00 a.m. This morning, join us for a panoramic tour of the city and lunch in a restaurant. This afternoon, take advantage of some free time before being transferred to the ship. We’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktail and start cruising towards Mainz at 8:00 p.m. We’ll have dinner and spend the night on board.

Day 8: Mainz – Frankfurt

Upon arrival in Mainz, we’ll set out for a tour of the town with our hostess. Afterwards, we’ll cruise to Frankfurt. This afternoon, join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Sightseeing tour of Frankfurt. DISCOVERY: Panoramic tour of Frankfurt and ascent of the Main Tower. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and start cruising towards Miltenberg

Day 9: Miltenberg – Wertheim

We’ll reach Miltenberg early this morning and take some time to explore the town with our hostess. Afterwards, we’ll cruise to Wertheim, a city located at the confluence of the Tauber and Main rivers. Upon arrival, feel free to discover Wertheim on your own.

Day 10: Wertheim – Wurzburg – Kitzingen

We’ll cruise towards Karlstadt. Join us on an excursion for both packages: Tour of Würzburg. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and start cruising to Kitzingen. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 11: Kitzingen – Rothenburg – Bamberg

We’ll cruise towards Schweinfurt. Join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Rothenburg. Afterwards, we’ll return on board in Schweinfuhrt and start cruising to Bamberg.

Day 12: Bamberg – Nuremberg – Muhlhausen

We’ll sail on the Rhine-Main-Danube canal all the way to Nuremberg. Join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of the city complete with a tasting of a famous local specialty – the Nuremberg gingerbread. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and start cruising to Muhlhausen. Enjoy an evening of entertainment.

Day 13: Muhlhausen – Regensburg

We’ll cruise to Kelheim and set out on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Regensburg, a major reference in terms of culture and medieval art. Afterwards, we’ll return on board.

Day 14: Regensburg – Passau

Upon reaching Passau, take some time to explore the town’s baroque architecture and romantic streets with our hostess. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and start cruising towards the beautiful region of Engelhartszell. Enjoy an evening on entertainment.

Day 15: Passau – Melk – Vienna

Arrival in Melk. Join us on an excursion for both packages: Visit the Melk Abbey, the symbol of Austrian baroque at its finest. Afterwards, we’ll return on board and start sailing towards Durnstein. Upon arrival, feel free to discover this picturesque village on your own. We’ll return on board and set sail towards Vienna. Join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Vienna by night.

Day 16: Vienna – Esztergom

Join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace and part of Vienna. DISCOVERY: The high art of Viennese living – music and Viennese cafés. Tour of the Konzerthaus concert hall(4). This afternoon, enjoy some free time or join us on an optional (not included in the packages) excursion: Horse-drawn carriage ride through the old town and the famous Ring Road. Afterwards, we’ll start sailing towards Esztergom, passing Bratislava on the way. Enjoy a gala dinner and evening.

Day 17: Esztergom – Budapest

Take some time to visit Esztergom at your own pace. The town is full of treasures with its neo-classic basilica and former Royal Palace. Afterwards, we’ll cruise towards Budapest. Tonight, join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of the city by night.

Day 18: Budapest

This morning, join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided tour of Budapest. DISCOVERY: Budapest by bike. Enjoy some free time this afternoon or join us on an optional (not included in the packages) excursion: Visit the Gellert Baths and Spa. Afterwards, we’ll return on board. Tonight, join us on an excursion for both packages: traditional folk evening in Budapest.

Day 19: Budapest

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

INCLUSIONS:

Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)
Double-occupancy cabin with shower in private bathroom
All onboard entertainment
Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
Welcome cocktail
Gala dinners
All port fees
Transfers and services in Strasbourg on D7 (excluding drinks with lunch)
Prepaid classic sightseeing package.

EXCLUSIONS:

Drinks from our special lists, drinks ordered during excursions or transfers or drinks with lunch on D7
Cancellation and baggage insurance
Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)
Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
Personal expenses.

Enquire About This Itinerary

Trip prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however all offers are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking. Note prices usually display available discounted rates if any, (eg. Early Bird Deals if applicable). All featured tour itineraries and offers maybe subject to change due to seasonal variations without notice, or due to local conditions or other conditions. Please confirm all details at time of booking. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Innovative Travel bookings. All passports must be valid for 6 months prior to your return to your home country. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Special VIP meet and assist offers are valid for New Zealand passport holders, for other nationalities please check at the time of booking. For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Booking Conditions page.

Priced From:

$ 6078pp ^*

Tour Advisors

Tiffany McCrea-Lennon

Managing Director

Russell Mein

Travel Specialist

Caitlin Lennon

Travel Coordinator

Michelle Baldwin

Travel Specialist

Gaylyn Murdoch

Administration Manager

Holly Skene

Travel Co-ordinator

Kim Thomas

Broker

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13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

$6262

13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A
Classic

13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$6078

13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B
Discovery

13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

$7071

13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A
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13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$6887

13/04/2023 (Standard) MS Victor Hugo
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B
Discovery

23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

$6704

23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A
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23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$6405

23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B
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23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

$7545

23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$7246

23/04/2023 (Standard) MS France
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02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

$7023

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe / Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$6724

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe / Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$7458

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Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe / Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

$7690

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe
Middle Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

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$7864

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe / Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

$7565

02/05/2023 (Standard) MS Europe
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat B

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$8131

03/05/2023 (Premium) Ms Douce France
Main Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

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$7777

03/05/2023 (Premium) Ms Douce France
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$9087

03/05/2023 (Premium) Ms Douce France
Upper Deck 2 Adjustable Twin Beds Cat A

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$8733

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Cruise across Europe from Amsterdam to Budapest