The Danube, Main & Rhine Amplified: Belgrade to Amsterdam Cruise on Riverside Debussy from Belgrade (Serbia)

Belgrade (Serbia)

Belgrade is the capital and largest city of Serbia. It is located at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, where the Pannonian Plain meets the Balkans. Belgrade hosts many annual international cultural events, including the Film Festival, Theatre Festival, Summer Festival, Music Festival, Book Fair, and the Beer Fest. The Nobel Prize winning author Ivo Andric wrote his most famous work, The Bridge on the Drina, in Belgrade. Nightlife: Belgrade has a reputation for offering a vibrant nightlife; many clubs that are open until dawn can be found throughout the city. The most recognizable nightlife features of Belgrade are the barges (splav), spread along the banks of the Sava and Danube Rivers

Vukovar, Croatia

Vukovar is a city located in the eastern Croatia. It is the principal river port and it is found on the confluence betweenthe River Vuka and the Danube. Vulovar was devastated during the war. Between the buildings in the city we can find, all wounded due to the war, the most atractive are the Eltz Mansion, some barroque houses in the town centre, the Franciscan monastery, the catholic church of St. James, the orthodox church of St. Nicolas and the birth place of Lavoslav Ruzicka, Nobel price winner.

Kalocsa (Hungary)

Located south of Budapest on the banks of the Danube River in Bács-Kiskun County, Kalosca is one of the oldest known towns in Hungary with a history that has been traced back nearly 1000 years. Kalosca is well known for its production of traditional hungarian textiles, embroidery and pottery as well as its production of Paprika.

Budapest (Hungary)

Budapest is the capital and the largest city of Hungary, the largest in East-Central Europe and one of the largest cities in the European Union. It is the country's principal political, cultural, commercial, industrial, and transportation centre,[2] sometimes described as the primate city of Hungary. Budapest became a single city occupying both banks of the river Danube with a unification of west-bank Buda and Óbuda with east-bank Pest. Cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe its extensive World Heritage Site includes the banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue, Heroes' Square and the Millennium Underground Railway, the second oldest in the world. Other highlights include a total of 80 geothermal springs, the world's largest thermal water cave system, second largest synagogue, and third largest Parliament building.

Budapest (Hungary)

Budapest is the capital and the largest city of Hungary, the largest in East-Central Europe and one of the largest cities in the European Union. It is the country's principal political, cultural, commercial, industrial, and transportation centre,[2] sometimes described as the primate city of Hungary. Budapest became a single city occupying both banks of the river Danube with a unification of west-bank Buda and Óbuda with east-bank Pest. Cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe its extensive World Heritage Site includes the banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter, Andrássy Avenue, Heroes' Square and the Millennium Underground Railway, the second oldest in the world. Other highlights include a total of 80 geothermal springs, the world's largest thermal water cave system, second largest synagogue, and third largest Parliament building.

Bratislava, Slovakia

The largest city in Slovakia is found on the banks of the Danube River. Most od the monuments are found on the Castle hill and in the old town, such as the St. Martin´s Cathedral, Grassalkovich Palace or Bratislava Castle.

Vienna (Austria)

Vienna lies in the east of Austria. Vienna is Austria's primary city, and is by far the largest city in Austria, as well as its cultural, economic, and political centre. In 2001, the city centre was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Apart from being regarded as the City of Music because of its musical legacy, Vienna is also said to be "The City of Dreams" because it was home to the world's first psycho-analyst Sigmund Freud. The city's roots lie in early Celtic and Roman settlements that transformed into a Medieval and Baroque city, the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. It is well known for having played an essential role as a leading European Music Centre, from the great age of Viennese Classicism through the early part of the 20th century. The Historic centre of Vienna is rich in architectural ensembles, including Baroque castles and gardens, as well as the late-19th-century Ringstrasse lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks.

Dürnstein

Dürnstein or aswell known as the pearl of Wachau, is a barroque city with almost 900 inhabitants. It is one of the points of interest of the region of El Wachau, a valley with a high visibility landscape formed by the river Danube, and is one of the outstanding touristic destinations in the lower Austria, named World Heritage by the Unesco. Another attraction are the ruines of the Burgruine Castle, where Richard I, Richar lionheart was prisioner. Dürnstein is a wine production area.

Melk, Austria

Melk is a town located on the banks of the river Danube and the western gateway to the Wachau Valley. It is famous for being home to a huge baroque Benedictine monastery named Melk Abbey. The Abbey is built on a bluff overlooking the Danube River. Other popular attractions include the Haus am Stein, built in the 15th century, is the oldest building in Melk and the Kolomani Fountain

Aschach an der Donau (Austria)

Passau (Germany)

Passau is a town in Lower Bavaria, Germany. It is also known as the "City of Three Rivers," because the Danube is joined at Passau by the Inn from the south and the Ilz from the north. Tourism in Passau focuses mainly on the three rivers, the St. Stephen's Cathedral and the "Old City".The organ at St. Stephen's was long held to be the largest church pipe organ in the world. Organ concerts are held daily between May and September. St.Stephen's is a true masterpiece of Italian Baroque, built by Italian architect Carlo Lurago and decorated in part by Carpoforo Tencalla. Many river cruises down the Danube start at Passau and there is a cycling path all the way down to Vienna. It is also notable for its gothic and baroque architecture. The town is dominated by the Veste Oberhaus and the former fortress of the Bishop, on the mountain crest between the Danube and the Ilz rivers. Right beside the town hall is the Scharfrichterhaus, an important jazz and cabaret stage on which political cabaret is performed.

Regensburg (Alemania)

Kelheim

Nuremberg (Germany)

nuremberg is a city in Germany, surrounded by a medieval wall. The imperial Castle is a symbol of Nuremberg, outstanding in a magical way between the old town and appearing between the most important imperial palaces of the middle ages. it's height offers incredible views of the city. In Nuremberg we can visit apart from the Imperial Castle, the church od St. Sebald, Alberto Dureros house, St. Lawrence church, Frauenkirche, the old town hall, Gemanisches National art and craft museum, the Toy Museum or the Zeltner Palace.

Nuremberg (Germany)

nuremberg is a city in Germany, surrounded by a medieval wall. The imperial Castle is a symbol of Nuremberg, outstanding in a magical way between the old town and appearing between the most important imperial palaces of the middle ages. it's height offers incredible views of the city. In Nuremberg we can visit apart from the Imperial Castle, the church od St. Sebald, Alberto Dureros house, St. Lawrence church, Frauenkirche, the old town hall, Gemanisches National art and craft museum, the Toy Museum or the Zeltner Palace.

Bamberg (Germany)

Bamberg is a city in Bavaria, Germany, located in Upper Franconia on the river Regnitz close to its confluence with the river Main. Its historic city center is a listed UNESCO world heritage site. Places of Interest: the Old Town, the Rose Garden at the Newe Residenz, The Little Venice, the Altes Rathaus and the Alte Hofhaltung

Eltmann

Wurzburg, Germany

Barroque city and capital of the region of Franconia, where the romantic route is started. Quarter house of the famous university on the banks of the Main River. Places of interest on the left side of the river: the marienberg Fortress, the medieval castle, declared world heritage by the UNESCO. On the same side of the fortress we can see the Kapple, a barroque church. The Alte Mainbruke, a stone bridge of the 12th century, the market square, the Marienkapelle, the house Zum Falken, the Residenz and the Hofkirche are the places of special interest you can visit in Wurzburg.

Karlstad, Sweden

The city of Karlstad is located on a delta where the river Klarälven, runs into Swedens largest lake, Vänern. In Karlstad you can have a walk on a hovercraft on a frozen lake, enjoy the tasting of shrimps in lake Vänern, go fishing in the ice, navigate from one isle to another, or enjoy yourself in the biggest disco in Sweden, amongst other things.

Miltenberg, Germany

Located on the banks of the river Main Miltenberg, is an idyllic town in the heart of Germany. Boasting a rich history accented by its stunning Medieval and Renaissance architecture, Miltenberg was once a roman fortress. Pictureque half-timbered houses, cafes, the Hotel Zum Riesen, one of Germanys oldest inns, as well as a 400-year-old fountain are just a few of the wonderful sights to find in Market Square.

Rudesheim (Germany)

Rudesheim is a city in Rheingau Taunus Kreis, district in the Regierungsbezirk of Darmstadt in Hesse, Germany. It is located on the bank of the river Rhine, on the eastern entrance to Loreley Valley. It is commonly know as Rudesheim Rhein. Places to visit: Bromserburg Castle, one of the eldest medieval castles in the Rhine River. Niederwalddenkmal, a statue in Germania, constructed to conmemorate the German unification. The Drosselgasse, the heart od the old city of Rudesheim where we will find restaurants amazingly decorated, outdoor taberns and wine houses with traditional music and dancing.

Coblence (Germany)

This city is located on both sides of the River Rhine and offers one of the most romantic and atractive landscapes in Germany. One of the main points of interest is the old town of the city, tigether with the enviroment in the Saint Florin Square, the Liebfraunkirche, and the Jesuitenplatz, which still mantain some buildings with artistic and historical interest.

Coblence (Germany)

This city is located on both sides of the River Rhine and offers one of the most romantic and atractive landscapes in Germany. One of the main points of interest is the old town of the city, tigether with the enviroment in the Saint Florin Square, the Liebfraunkirche, and the Jesuitenplatz, which still mantain some buildings with artistic and historical interest.

Cologne (Germany)

Cologne is located on the shores of the river Rhine, industrial and commercial city, next to the region of Rin-Meno and the Ruhr is one of the three large industrial regions of the country.Places of interest:Cologne Cathedral: UNESCO World HeritageChocolate MuseumThe Carnival: The main celebration in Cologne is the Karneval. Everybody gets dressed up, dances and sings in the streets and the bars.Romano-Germanic Museum: Collections of works of antiquity. Nearby you can see 12 splendid Romanesque churches, partially destroyed during World War II and rebuilt: Sankt Gereon, St. Aposteln, Sankt Maria im Kapitol, St. Georg. Gross St. Martin, St. Ursula, St. Severin, etc. Wallraf-Richartz Museum of fine arts.

Amsterdam

Cycling is a quintessentially Dutch means of getting around the “Postcard City”. You can catch all the sights on a bike by booking a guided tour. Lose yourself in a maze of canals that encircle the city. Visit the flea markets to discover the multi-ethnic spirit of Amsterdam. Some of Amsterdams main attractions, includes its historic canals, the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, Hermitage Amsterdam, Anne Frank House, Amsterdam Museum, its red-light district, and its many cannabis coffee shops.

Amsterdam

Cycling is a quintessentially Dutch means of getting around the “Postcard City”. You can catch all the sights on a bike by booking a guided tour. Lose yourself in a maze of canals that encircle the city. Visit the flea markets to discover the multi-ethnic spirit of Amsterdam. Some of Amsterdams main attractions, includes its historic canals, the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, Hermitage Amsterdam, Anne Frank House, Amsterdam Museum, its red-light district, and its many cannabis coffee shops.