SWITZERLAND, AUSTRIA & DANUBE RIVER CRUISE

IFM = In Flight Meals / B = Breakfast / L = Lunch / D = Dinner

Day 01: August 11, 2027: Flight(s) from Canada [IFM]
Depart North America with an overnight flight to Switzerland.

Day 02: August 12, 2027: Luzern, Switzerland     [IFM]
Afternoon arrival into Zurich, Switzerland. Meet local guide. Transfer to Luzern and check in to hotel for the evening free to rest after your international flight. Overnight in Luzern.

Day 03: August 13, 2027: Luzern - Geneva, Switzerland [B/L/D]
The group will enjoy a traditional brunch at a farmer’s barn, where you can sample local specialties in a rustic atmosphere. Enjoy sitting with local farmers to enjoy this traditional experience! Enjoy a tour of the farm before driving to Geneva. Afternoon arrival into Geneva, Switzerland. Check-in to the hotel & enjoy dinner. Overnight in Geneva for two nights.

Day 04: August 14, 2027: Geneva, Switzerland [B/L/D]
After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a city tour of Geneva. Geneva is a jewel on the shores of Lake Geneva, framed by the Alps and Jura Mountains. See the famous Jet d’Eau Fountain, the Flower Clock, and the international district with the United Nations headquarters. Enjoy a cruise across Lake Geneva, taking in the breathtaking views. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the heart of the city before an afternoon to explore the city on your own. Dinner and overnight in Geneva.

Day 05: August 15, 2027: Geneva - Visp, Switzerland [B/L/D]
After breakfast at the hotel, set off on a scenic panoramic drive from Geneva, passing the sparkling shores of Lake Geneva and the charming cities of Lausanne and Montreux. Enjoy lunch along the way before descending into the fascinating underground world of a historic salt mine. You will descend underground and learn how salt has been extracted for centuries. Continue your journey to Visp for dinner & overnight.

Day 06: August 16, 2027: Visp, Switzerland [B/L/D]
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the train station to board the Zermatt Train. The train to Zermatt winds through picturesque valleys, past rushing rivers, and beneath snow-capped peaks, revealing postcard views of the Swiss Alps at every turn. As you climb higher, the iconic Matterhorn comes into view—an unforgettable welcome to the charming, car-free mountain village of Zermatt. Enjoy lunch in the village. Return to Visp for dinner and overnight.

Day 07: August 17, 2027: Visp - Zurich, Switzerland [B/D]
Start the day with breakfast at the hotel before traveling to the rolling green hills of Emmental, where you’ll tour a traditional cheese factoryand savor its famous creamy flavors during a tasting. Continue on to the Zurich area for a sweet stop at the Lindt Chocolate Manufactory, where rich aromas and decadent samples await. In the evening, enjoy dinner and settle in for an overnight stay in Zurich.

Day 08: August 18, 2027: Zurich - Tyrol, Austria [B/L]
After breakfast at the hotel, depart toward the Germany–Austria border, enjoying scenic landscapes along the way. Stop for lunch en route before visiting a traditional distillery, where you’ll learn about the craft and sample its distinctive flavors. Continue to the fairytale Castle Neuschwanstein for a photo-worthy visit, then travel onward to Seefeld in Tyrol for your overnight stay.

Day 09: August 19, 2027: Tyrol - Innsbruck, Austria [B/D]
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Wattens. Enjoy a visit to the Swarovski Crystal World. This dazzling attraction blends art, design, and fantasy, with shimmering crystal installations, whimsical gardens, and immersive exhibits created by renowned artists. From the iconic Giant’s head to the glittering Chambers of Wonder, it’s a magical experience that shines as brightly as the crystals themselves. Visit to a traditional animal farm, where you will experience the authentic rural life in the Alps. Continue to Innsbruck for some leisure time before a dinner and overnight.

Day 10: August 20, 2027: Salzburg, Austria [B/L/D]
Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel before transferring to the enchanting city of Salzburg. Enjoy lunch along the way, then step into movie magic with a guided Sound of Music tour, exploring the film’s iconic locations and the city’s rich history. Later, visit a local brewery to learn the art of brewing and sample its fresh flavors. Conclude the day with dinner and an overnight stay in Salzburg.

Day 11: August 21, 2027: Melk, Austria [B/L/D]
After breakfast at the hotel, travel to the charming town of Melk, known for its stunning baroque architecture. Enjoy lunch along the way before touring the magnificent Melk Monastery, a masterpiece perched high above the Danube. Continue to a local vineyard, where you’ll savor regional wines during a guided tasting. End the day with dinner and an overnight.

Day 12: August 22, 2027: Melk - Vienna, Austria [B/L/D]
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a picturesque boat cruise along the Danube River to Krems, drifting past vineyard-covered hills, medieval castles, charming riverside villages, and the storybook landscapes of the Wachau Valley—a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy lunch on board as the scenery unfolds around you. Upon arrival, transfer to Vienna and spend the evening at a traditional Heuriger, where hearty Viennese dishes and local wines create an authentic and cozy atmosphere. Overnight in Vienna.

Day 13: August 23, 2027: Vienna, Austria [B/L/D]
Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel before setting out on a guided city tour of Vienna, showcasing its grand boulevards, imperial palaces, and elegant architecture. After lunch, explore the opulent Schönbrunn Palace and stroll up to the Gloriette for sweeping views, with an audio guide bringing the history to life. In the evening, enjoy a delightful dinner show blending fine cuisine with lively entertainment, before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay in Vienna.

Day 14: August 24, 2027: Bucharest, Romania [B]
Board a flight to Bucharest, Romania—The “Paris of the East”. The day is yours to relax and enjoy Bucharest. Spend some free time exploring this fascinating city on your own to discover its trendy shops, cafés, museums, beautiful homes, and churches along Victory Avenue.

Day 15: August 25, 2027: Bucharest, Romania [B]
Take a Guided Tour of the Romanian capital city of Bucharest with its tree-lined boulevards and Arc de Triomphe—honoring WWI Romanian soldiers. See the Royal Palace Square—the scene of the city’s 1989 riots to overthrow the communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. Travel to Oltenita to board your river cruise and check into your suite, this afternoon.

Day 16: August 26, 2027: Rousse, Bulgaria [B/L/D]
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Bulgaria’s largest inland port and visit its impressive Holy Trinity Church. Later, enjoy a short scenic drive to explore the rock-hewn churches of Ivanovo, a UNESCO World Heritage, OR for an addtional cost, join a full-day Guided Tour to the former Bulgarian capital of Veliko Târnovo— with its ancient stone houses clinging to the cliffs above the Yantra River. Discover one of the oldest towns in Bulgaria (circa 4300 BC), as well as Bulgarian Revival architecture in the 15th-century town of Arbanassi. Sail for Vidin this evening.

Day 17: August 27, 2027: Vidin, Bulgaria [B/L/D]
Join Guided Sightseeing Tour to the western slopes of the Balkan Mountains and marvel at Belogradchik’s stunning rock formations, sculpted by 200 million years of natural elements, OR for an additional cost, discover more than two centuries of a proud family history of Bulgarian winemaking with a tour and tasting at a local winery. Following, explore the nearby port town Vidin on a Guided Sightseeing. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board with a Bulgarian folklore show.

Day 18: August 28, 2027: Iron Gate Gorge - Golubac, Serbia [B/L/D]
This morning, you’ll sail through the spectacular and narrow Iron Gates Gorge—forming a natural border between Serbia and Romania. Join a Guided Tour to Lepenski Vir—an important Mesolithic archaeological site chronicling prehistoric cultures, settlements, and art. Marvel at the ancient discoveries and artifacts, as well as the unique views the site affords of the Danube Gorge. Continue to the Fortress of Golubač, one of the best-preserved medieval fortresses in Europe. Overnight cruise to Belgrade

Day 19: August 29, 2027: Belgrade, Serbia [B/L/D]
Join a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade—where the Danube and Sava Rivers converge—and see the city’s many fascinating sights, including Saint Sava, one of the world’s largest Orthodox churches. You may choose to spend free time in Belgrade exploring Knez Mihailova Street—Belgrade’s central pedestrian thoroughfare with many lively cafés, shops, and cultural spots. Overnight cruise to Novi Sad.

Day 20: August 30, 2027: Novi Sad, Serbia [B/L/D]
Experience the sweet life in Serbia with a visit and tasting at the Museum of Beekeeping and Živanović Wine Cellar in Sremski Karlovci, OR for an additional cost, join a Guided Tour of Novi Sad, the second largest town in Serbia. Admire its Austro-Hungarian old town, with its baroque buildings, and ancient fortifications. Overnight cruise to Ilok, Croatia.

Day 21: August 31, 2027: Ilok & Vukovar, Croatia [B/L/D]
Join a Guided tour of Ilok, with its 1,000-year-old wine making traditions still thriving and its medieval fortress protected for its Croatian cultural heritage. Refresh your spirit with a wine tasting in a local cellar and hear the stories of culture and tradition in the natural beauty of Eastern Croatia. Then a short cruise around lunch time Vukovar. Enjoy a walking tour of Vukovar, the city the largest river port in Croatia. This evening, enjoy live entertainment on board. Overnight cruise to Mohacs.

Day 22: September 01, 2027: Mohacs, Hungary [B/L/D]
Join a morning Guided Sightseeing Tour of Mohács—the quiet Danube harbor town with its historical memorial parks, statues, and distinctive churches. Tour the remarkable medieval St. Nicholas Watermill—one of only a few remaining watermills performing stone-ground grain processing, OR for an additional cost, take a Guided Tour to nearby Pécs to see its 4th-century Christian underground tombs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with fascinating murals. You’ll also enjoy an organ concert on your tour. Afternoon and overnight cruise to Budapest.

Day 23: September 02, 2027: Budapest, Hungary [B]
Enjoy a Guided Sightseeing tour of Budapest, including the iconic Heroes’ Square. Take in the beauty of Budapest while enjoying a free afternoon exploring such famous sights as the Chain Bridge. Get to know the city’s cafés and pubs or take a hike through the hills above the Danube.

Day 24: September 03, 2027: End of Tour - Home [IFM]
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning then transfer to the airport for your flight back to North America.