Sailing, Cruise & Beach

Germany's Finest

Here's a detailed breakdown of your 8-day Germany's Finest tour:

Day 1 | Frankfurt:
- Arrive in Frankfurt and enjoy a welcome party on-board with tasty German street food.
- Explore Frankfurt's contrasting architecture and vibrant nightlife.

Day 2 | Miltenberg:
- Depart from Frankfurt in the morning and cruise to Aschaffenburg, where you can cycle along the river.
- Continue to Miltenberg and admire the traditional houses and riverfront vistas.

Day 3 | Wurzburg:
- Arrive in Lohr, the birthplace of Snow White, where cycling enthusiasts can embark on a bike ride to Karlstadt.
- Explore Wurzburg, known for its baroque palace and the beautiful town of Rothenburg.

Day 4 | Wurzburg:
- Visit the Green Market with the on-board chef for a cooking class using local ingredients.
- Optional excursion to romantic Rothenburg.
- Group movie night on the boat.

Day 5 | Bamberg:
- Explore Bamberg, the beer capital of Franconia, by bike.
- Choose from optional activities such as brewery hopping, kayaking, or rock climbing.
- Enjoy an evening with a local DJ on-board.

Day 6 | Nuremberg:
- Explore Nuremberg's historical sites on a guided bike tour.
- Participate in a beer mixology class and historical talk on the boat.

Day 7 | Kelheim & Regensburg:
- Stop in Kelheim in the morning before cruising to Regensburg.
- Explore Regensburg's 2000 years of history and enjoy the city's vibrant nightlife.

Day 8 | Regensburg:
- Say goodbye to the crew and disembark from the boat after breakfast.

Throughout the tour, you'll enjoy meals on-board, a welcome party, and the expertise of two dedicated U hosts. You'll also have the opportunity to participate in included excursions like guided bike tours and walking tours, as well as optional activities such as kayaking and brewery tours. Plus, don't miss out on special experiences like the beer mixology class and BMW factory tour.

 

Rolling On The Rhine

Here's a detailed overview of the 8-day Rolling On The Rhine tour:

Day 1 | Amsterdam:
- Meet in Amsterdam and board The A boat for a welcome party with Dutch street food.
- Explore Amsterdam's nightlife.

Day 2 | Amsterdam & Haarlem:
- Cruise to Haarlem and explore the city's traditional gabled houses and museums.
- Return to Amsterdam for more exploration and nightlife.

Day 3 | Amsterdam:
- Enjoy a canal cruise around Amsterdam.
- Welcome a local DJ on board for an evening party.

Day 4 | Amsterdam to Duisburg & Cologne:
- Cruise to Duisburg, where cyclists can embark on a picturesque ride to Cologne.
- Explore Cologne's Altstadt and Gothic architecture.

Day 5 | Cologne, Bonn & Koblenz:
- Visit Cologne's cathedral and Bonn, Beethoven's birthplace.
- Feast on a banquet in a medieval castle in Koblenz.

Day 6 | Koblenz, Rudesheim & Frankfurt:
- Watch fairytale castles along the Rhine and enjoy a sommelier talk and wine tasting.
- Explore Rudesheim, including a visit to a 12th-century monastery.
- Arrive in Frankfurt for a BBQ dinner and party.

Day 7 | Frankfurt:
- Explore Frankfurt's Old Town and financial center.
- Foodies can visit the market with the chef for ingredients for a cooking class.

Day 8 | Frankfurt:
- Say goodbye to river cruising and fellow travelers after breakfast.

Throughout the tour, enjoy meals on board, a welcome party, and the expertise of two dedicated U hosts. Participate in included excursions such as a canal cruise in Amsterdam and a visit to Cologne Cathedral, as well as optional activities like blokarting on the beach and a Germanic castle banquet. Plus, don't miss out on special experiences like wine tasting and a local celebrity DJ party.

 

The Danube Flow

Here's a detailed overview of the 8-day Danube Flow river cruising experience:

Day 1 | Regensburg:
- Start with a welcome party and German street food in Regensburg.
- Explore the city's bars and nightlife.

Day 2 | Straubing, Vilshofen & Passau:
- Explore Straubing's ancient sites and gothic streets.
- Enjoy a bike ride to Vilshofen and a BBQ dinner in Passau's Old Town beer gardens.

Day 3 | Passau, Engelhartszell & Linz:
- Start the day with a yoga session on deck.
- Explore Passau's cathedral and crooked lanes before hiking to scenic viewpoints.
- Arrive in Linz for a guided walking tour.

Day 4 | Melk & Durnstein:
- Relax and take in the Austrian landscape.
- Visit Melk with its historic library and Mauthausen Concentration Camp.
- Explore castle ruins and dream homes in Durnstein.

Day 5 | Vienna:
- Explore Vienna's elegant capital with a tram ride around the Ringstrasse.
- Enjoy optional activities like cooking classes and concerts.

Day 6 | Bratislava & Budapest:
- Explore Bratislava's small-town charm and art deco cafes with a walking tour.
- Dock in Budapest for a variety of optional activities like river adventures and cooking classes.

Day 7 | Budapest:
- Explore Budapest's covered market and feast on Hungarian flavors.
- Enjoy a final night out in Budapest's club scene.

Day 8 | Budapest:
- Wrap up the week with a final breakfast before saying goodbye and planning the next adventure.

Throughout the journey, enjoy meals onboard, a welcome party, and the expertise of two dedicated U hosts. Participate in included excursions like guided walking tours and hikes, as well as optional activities such as bike rides along the Danube and visits to thermal baths in Budapest. Plus, don't miss out on special experiences like beer mixology classes and a local celebrity DJ party.

 

The Seine Experience

Here's a detailed overview of the 8-day Seine Experience river cruising itinerary:

Day 1 | Paris:
- Meet and board the boat in Paris, followed by a welcome reception and dinner.
- Experience Paris by night, seeing the illuminated Eiffel Tower.

Day 2 | Conflans-Sainte-Honorine:
- Depart Paris for Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, with an optional visit to Auvers-sur-Oise, famously painted by Van Gogh.
- Enjoy cocktails and dancing on board.

Day 3 | Rouen:
- Start the day with croissants and a yoga class on deck.
- Explore the D-Day landing sites in Normandy or join a medieval walking and food market tour of Rouen.
- End the day with a DJ party.

Day 4 | Honfleur:
- Arrive in Honfleur and explore the Alabaster Coastline and apple orchard cider farms.
- Optional visit to the Cliffs of Etretat.

Day 5 | Vernon:
- Explore Vernon and La Roche Guyon before cycling to Monet's gardens at Giverny.
- Optional activities include kayaking the Seine or paragliding in Vexin National Park.

Day 6 | Paris:
- Return to Paris, with options to explore the city or enjoy onboard activities like French lifestyle lectures and a champagne cocktail mixology class.

Day 7 | Paris:
- Enjoy another day in Paris, with optional visits to The Louvre or the Palace of Versailles.
- Wrap up the day with Parisian nightlife experiences.

Day 8 | Paris:
- Pack up and say goodbye to river cruising and fellow travelers.

Throughout the journey, enjoy meals onboard, a welcome party, and the expertise of two dedicated U hosts. Participate in included excursions like visits to historic sites and bike rides along the Seine, as well as optional activities such as kayaking and exploring Parisian rooftops. Plus, don't miss out on special experiences like French mixology classes and a local celebrity DJ party.