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Paris & Splendours of Europe
Climb aboard the Emerald Luna, Emerald Dawn, Emerald Star, Emerald Sun, or Emerald Destiny and set sail on this Splendours of Europe & Paris cruise, an adventure spanning 18 days and a plethora of iconic destinations.
Begin your holiday in Budapest and journey on to Bratislava, Vienna, Dürnstein, Melk, Passau, Regensburg, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Würzburg, Wertheim, Miltenberg, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Cologne, Amsterdam, and Paris.
Experience the pinnacles of luxury, discovery and resplendence when you sail with Emerald Cruises and uncover the vibrant culture, rich history and breathtaking vistas of the Danube River aboard your Star-Ship.
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Cruise Line: Emerald Cruises -
Ship: Emerald Star-Ship -
Duration: 17 Nights
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Departure: May - Oct
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Paris & Splendours of Europe Cruise Itinerary
Enter a world of luxury and discovery with this unique Danube River cruise itinerary.
Day 1
Paris
Upon arrival, enjoy a warm greeting at the airport and transferred to your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship.
Day 2
Paris
Try today’s excursion:
DiscoverMORE: Join the Tastes of Paris excursion (extra expense).
Day 3
Paris
Try today’s excursion:
Included Excursion: Embark on a guided tour of Paris and a Seine River cruise.
Day 4
Paris – Amsterdam
After breakfast, you will be transferred from your Star-Ship to the centre of Paris, where you will enjoy a three-night stay.
Day 5
Amsterdam
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Embark on a canal cruise.
EmeraldACTIVE: Set out on a guided bike tour to Waterland.
DiscoverMORE: Join the Private Hidden Gems Tour of Amsterdam (extra expense).
Day 6
Cologne
Try today’s excursion:
Included Excursion: Go on a quest for Cologne’s treasures.
Day 7
Rüdesheim
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum.
EmeraldACTIVE: Join an Active Walk to Niederwalddenkmal.
Day 8
Miltenberg – Wertheim
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided tour of Miltenberg.
EmeraldPLUS: Visit Bronnbach Abbey.
EmeraldACTIVE: Go on a guided Active Walk to Mildenburg Castle.
Day 9
Würzburg
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Embark on a walking tour of Würzburg and a visit to the Bishops Residence.
DiscoverMORE: Enjoy an excursion to Rothenburg (extra expense).
Day 10
Bamberg
Try today’s excursion:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided tour of Bamberg.
Day 11
Nuremberg
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided tour of Nuremberg.
DiscoverMORE: Join the World War II tour (extra expense).
Day 12
Regensburg
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided tour of Regensburg.
EmeraldPLUS: Enjoy a Bavarian band performance on board.
Day 13
Passau
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided tour of Passau.
DiscoverMORE: Embark on an excursion to Salzburg (extra expense).
DiscoverMORE: Enjoy an excursion to Ceský Krumlov (extra expense).
Day 14
Melk – Dürnstein
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Tour Melk Abbey.
EmeraldACTIVE: Go on a guided hike to Dürnstein Castle.
EmeraldACTIVE: Set out on a guided bike tour along the Danube.
Day 15
Vienna
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided tour of Vienna.
EmeraldACTIVE: Set out on a guided bike tour of Vienna.
DiscoverMORE: Visit Schönbrunn Palace (extra expense).
DiscoverMORE: Enjoy a Viennese evening concert (extra expense).
Day 16
Bratislava
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Join a walking tour of Bratislava.
EmeraldPLUS: Enjoy home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family.
EmeraldACTIVE: Go on a guided hike to Bratislava Castle.
DiscoverMORE: Set off on a Skoda tour of post-Communist Bratislava (extra expense).
DiscoverMORE: Discover the Carpathian wine route (extra expense).
Day 17
Budapest
Peruse today’s selection of excursions:
Included Excursion: Go on a guided coach tour of Budapest.
EmeraldACTIVE: Hike to Gellert Hill.
DiscoverMORE: Embark on the Jewish heritage tour (extra expense).
Day 18
Budapest
After breakfast, disembark the Star-Ship and transfer to the airport.
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Paris & Splendours of Europe FAQs
Can I smoke on board?
You cannot smoke in any of the cabins or indoor sections of the ship. There are spaces on the external deck where you can smoke.
Are all excursions included?
Some excursions are included while others come at an extra cost and need to be booked in advance. Your itinerary will outline what’s included and what’s optional.
What currency do I need to bring onboard?
Since you will be cruising aboard a Star-Ship, you should bring Euros if you wish to make any purchases onboard.
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