Climb aboard for our overnight flight while enjoying in-flight entertainment and meal service. Meals: In-Flight

Step into the exhilarating world of innovation at the BMW Museum and BMW Welt, where sleek design, cutting-edge technology, and rich automotive history come to life. Enjoy a welcome dinner with your fellow travelers at the Hofbräuhaus, where hearty dishes, clinking beer steins, and oompah music fill the air with cheerful energy. Meals: D

We’ll engage in a captivating city tour with our expert local guide, exploring the vibrant Old Town including the Marienplatz, with the chiming Glockenspiel, and St. Peter’s Church. Wander the lively Viktualienmarkt, brimming with fresh produce and local delicacies and admire the grand Bavarian State Opera, State Chancellery, and Victory Gate. From the stately Nymphenburg Palace to the elegant Hofgarten, this immersive tour weaves together Munich’s historic past. Experience the sobering and powerful Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site, offering a profound reflection on the horrors of the Holocaust and the resilience of its victims. Meals: B

On our way to Salzburg, we’ll stop at Eagle’s Nest, a place used exclusively by the Nazi Party, but which has been transformed into a peaceful mountaintop retreat with views of the Alps. In Salzburg, visit the Hohensalzburg Castle’s grand state rooms, ancient armories, and centuries of history. Tonight, we’ll roll up our sleeves and master Austrian cooking classics at the Edelweiss Cooking School. Meals: B, D

Take a walking tour of Salzburg through the city’s Old Town, where cobbled lanes lead past baroque landmarks while hearing stories about the city’s rich musical heritage and dynamic history.  The remainder of the day is yours to explore Salzburg on your own. Meals: B

Wander through Linz’s charming Old Town, where baroque facades and bustling squares lead us to the awe-inspiring Linzer Mariendom, a neo-Gothic cathedral with soaring vaulted ceilings, intricate stained-glass windows, and a peaceful atmosphere. Arriving in Vienna, we’ll transfer to the MS Vivaldi to begin our Danube River cruise.  Meals: B, D

A guided morning tour begins at the Vienna State Opera, where the city’s musical soul takes center stage. Marvel at the stunning art museum, located in the bustling Maria-Theresien-Platz, before reaching the imposing Hofburg Palace. The tour culminates at the neo-Gothic Votivkirche, with its soaring spires blending imperial grandeur and architectural splendor. Get a behind the scenes tour of the Konzerthaus, one of Europe’s most storied concert halls. Savor an Austrian dinner on the ship followed by an evening of dancing in the lounge as we sail throughout the night. Meals: B, L, D

A city tour of Budapest reveals the striking contrast and harmony between scenic Buda and vibrant Pest. In Buda, cobbled streets lead to the historic Castle District and Fisherman’s Bastion, offering panoramic views of the city’s ornate skyline. Crossing into Pest, the tour dives into the city’s bustling heart with a stop at the Great Market Hall, where colorful stalls brim with paprika, wine, and freshly baked pogácsa. Enjoy a Hungarian-theme dinner and entertainment on board the ship. Meals: B, L, D

As we arrive in Bratislava, we’ll journey through the engineering marvels of the Gabčíkovo locks and cruise along the lush wetlands and rare bird habitats. Bratislava’s compact Old Town is a tapestry of pastel-hued buildings, quirky sculptures, and cozy cafés, while the skyline is crowned by the iconic Bratislava Castle, perched high above the Danube. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a festive gala on board the ship as we cruise to Vienna. Meals: B, L, D

Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking and transferring to the Vienna airport for our flight home. Meals: B