Bratislava UFO Beer Tasting

Get your camera ready as you travel up the UFO-shaped rounded dome on the bridge. The 45 second elevator ride will take you 95 meters high with a visibility of around 100 kilometres.

See these views zoomed in by using the free telescope available to you at the top for clearer, picturesque views.

After viewing the river and the incredible, whole city below, relax and taste 4 various local non pasteurised beers from small Slovak breweries.

Walking Grade 1

2 hours

Bratislava City Tour

Join the miniature train to explore the highlights of this historic city. From Bratislava Castle you can admire magnificent views across the city before a stroll through the narrow, cobbled streets reveals sights such as the Archbishop’s Palace, St Martin’s Cathedral, the charming Main Square and Old Town Hall, and several 18th-century palaces.

Along the way you'll stop for refreshments at the Historical Kaffee Mayer, one of the biggest traditional coffee shops in Bratislava.

Walking Grade 2

2 hours

Vienna Woods and Evening Concert, plus dinner

Designated a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 2005, the Vienna Woods are home to a huge variety of flora and fauna. Visit Klosterneuburg Abbey, an Augustinian monastery founded in the 12th century, then head to the Danube Tower, the tallest structure in Austria and 59th tallest tower in the word.

Take the lift up 160 metres for refreshments in the rotation view cafe. This excursion also includes dinner and a concert.

Walking Grade 3

Full day

Dürnstein Walking Tour and Organ Concert

Walk from the ship to the historic heart of Dürnstein, where the cobbled streets are home to traditional wineries and quirky little shops. Continue to Dürnstein Abbey with it’s blue and white steeple that can be seen from every angle of the town.

After a tour of the historic abbey, owned by the Augustinian Canons of Herzogenburg Abbey, you will be treated to an organ concert featuring classical music composed by the likes of Mozart, Bach and Beethoven.

Walking Grade 3

2 hours

Salzburg

Visit Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart.

Upon arrival, enjoy a guided walk through the old town. Here you will see churches, elegant squares and winding narrow alleys lined with houses that, in parts, date back to medieval times. On the 'Getreidegasse', you'll find the house where, in 1756, Mozart was born, now a museum dedicated to his life.

Enjoy free time to explore independently with Lunch included.

Walking Grade 4

9 hours

Melk Abbey

Set in a beautiful position overlooking the Danube River, the wonderfully ornate Melk Abbey is a masterpiece of high baroque architecture. The exterior is an imposing and majestic sight with symmetrical towers and a large octagonal dome; the interior is lavishly decorated and contains innumerable artistic treasures.

After visiting the abbey, you can enjoy some free time in the beautiful garden, before returning to the ship.

Walking Grade 3

2 hours 30 minutes

Regensburg City Walk

Regensburg's old town, a labyrinth of charming medieval streets and alleys with a skyline punctuated by historic towers, dates back two millennia. Today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was fortunate to escape damage during WWII.

Your tour includes a visit to the Gothic St Peter's Cathedral where you can See layers of history and view the impressive, large structure and vibrant stained-glass windows that date back to the 13th century.

Walking Grade 3

2 hours

Weltenburg Abbey and the Danube Gorge

Weltenburg Abbey was built between 1715-1734, the abbey is a masterpiece of German baroque architecture.

The Benedictine monks who live here are renowned for their award-winning dark ale - Weltenburger Kloster Baroque Dunkel - that they have brewed since the 11th century.

Enjoy a thirty-minute boat ride through the Danube Gorge and a visit to the abbey, where a guide will give a short talk.

Walking Grade 3

4 hours

Prague City Tour

Virtually unscathed by the great wars of the 20th century, Prague is blessed with an illustrious past & an eclectic mix of architecture.

Visit the Lesser Town –Malá Strana– which is dominated by the church of St Nicholas. Next, your local guide will lead you across the famous Charles Bridge to the Staré Meˇ sto, or Old Town. See the church of Our Lady of Tyn, the Royal Way, the famous Astronomical clock & the Jewish Quarter.

You may have some free time to explore independently.

Walking Grade 3

4 hours

Prague Culinary Walking Tour

After a tram ride to the city centre, embark on an accompanied walk during which you will sample traditional local fare, including Czech open sandwiches, ham, bread and pickles and soup with beer.

Finish in the old town square and Jewish Quarter with some time to explore independently.

Please note: this excursion is pre bookable only up to 14 days before departure and is subject to minimum numbers.

Walking Grade 4

4 hours

Prague Folklore Dinner

An evening of good food and traditional Czech entertainment.

Travel by coach to Prague Castle where it’s a short walk to the restaurant. Here you’ll be served typical Czech cuisine and local wine and beer before hearing live folk music reflecting different parts of the country. There’ll be songs and dances and the chance to see the unusual instruments being played.

The second half has a more international flavour as the musicians play for the crowd and guests’ requests.

Walking Grade 2

4 hours