Tauck River Cruises, Royal Danube, Berlin & Krakow from Berlin (Eastbound), August 1, 2023

Cruising from: Krakow, Poland;

Departure Date: 1 August, 2023;

Cruise Line: Tauck River Cruises;

Cruise Ship: MS Joy;

Duration: 14 days;

Ports of Call: Krakow, Krakow, Krakow, Esztergom, Bratislava, Vienna, Vienna, Krems, Linz, Passau, Regensburg, Postdam, Berlin, Berlin;

Day 0 Krakow, Poland

Krakow, Poland. Cruising Vistula. Poland river cruise.

Day 1 Krakow, Poland

Krakow, Poland. Cruising Vistula. Poland river cruise.

Day 2 Krakow, Poland

Krakow, Poland. Cruising Vistula. Poland river cruise.

Day 3 Esztergom, Hungary

Esztergom is one of the oldest towns in Hungary and the seat of the Hungarian Catholic Church. The Basilica of Esztergom, a masterpiece of Classicism, is the third largest church in Europe. The majority of the historic sites and the city's architectural heritage are of a religious nature, like the Primate's Palace, the Franciscan monastery, and several chapels and churches. Esztergom is often nicknamed as the 'City of St. Stephen' and the 'Hungarian Rome'

Day 4 Bratislava, Slovakia

Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is one of the smaller capitals of Europe but still the country's largest city. One of the city dominants is The Castle of Bratislava. The most attractive part of Bratislava is the Old Town where the most historical sights, as well as cultural institutions, are concentrated. Its tiny lanes offer an ideal atmosphere for romantic walks to those who love to follow signs of history in the middle of the modern world.

Day 5 Vienna, Austria

Vienna is the federal capital, largest city and one of nine states of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and the very special Viennese charm. 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 psychoanalyst - Sigmund Freud. Vienna is Austria's main centre of education and home to many universities, professional colleges and high schools.

Day 6 Vienna, Austria

Vienna is the federal capital, largest city and one of nine states of Austria. It is famous for its cultural events, imperial sights, coffee houses, cozy wine taverns, and the very special Viennese charm. 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 psychoanalyst - Sigmund Freud. Vienna is Austria's main centre of education and home to many universities, professional colleges and high schools.

Day 7 Krems, Austria

Krems an der Donau is a small town in Lower Austria that punches well above its weight in terms of sight-seeing and attractions. Located in the Wachau valley and resting on the banks of the Danube, Krems holds an important position in the region and is only 70km from Vienna. Krems is home to colorful, historic buildings that make it the perfect place to explore in a day or less. This historic city has a rich history of wine production, and also boasts great charm and character with its old architecture and favourable seat on the Danube.

Day 8 Linz, Austria

Linz is a beautiful and sometimes underrated city located in the northern part of Austria on the River Danube. Since 2014 Linz has been part of the UNESCO Creative Cities network and also a great tourist destination with many interesting sights and activities. The great combination of historical buildings, stunning architecture, vast areas of green space, and modern innovations mean that Linz has as much to offer as such high-ranking Austrian cities. Linz is famouse for Linzer Tart, one of the oldest cakes and many cofeehouses.

Day 9 Passau, Germany

Passau in the southeast of Germany is located at the Austrian border. Situated at the confluence of the rivers Danube, Inn and Ilz, Passau is worldwide known as "The Three Rivers City". In the heart of Passau on the Old Town's highest point rises St. Stephen's Cathedral, in which the world's largest cathedral organ sounds. The majestic fortress Veste Oberhaus on the Danube's side and the Pilgrimage Church "Mariahilf" on the Inn's side give the city outstanding beauty.

Day 10 Regensburg, Germany

Regensburg is a city in south-east Germany, at the confluence of Danube, Naab and Regen rivers. Long an important trade and cultural center, Regensburg's medieval Old Town, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is made up of lovely churches and fine old aristocratic houses from the 13th and 14th centuries.Located near the Stone Bridge in Old Town lies the Domplatz, the Cathedral Square, for centuries the hub of the city.

Day 11 Postdam, Germany

Potsdam, on the Havel River just 25km southwest of central Berlin, is the capital and crown jewel of the federal state of Brandenburg. Potsdam is an area abundant in gardens, parks, palaces and lakes. It offers a breathtaking panorama of culture and history, and a few surprising fun facts to boot. Most of Potsdam's many sights were built during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries when the city was the residence of the Prussian kings, and the garrison outpost was transformed into one of Europe's most beautiful royal cities.

Day 12 Berlin, Germany

Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany. The city is well known for its culture, politics, media, festivals, diverse architecture, nightlife, contemporary arts and a very high quality of living. The main sights are: Brandenburg Gate, The Reichstag, Berlin Cathedral, Holocaust Memorial, Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Zoo and many more. Berlin has so much to offer for traveleres who like to explore.

Day 13 Berlin, Germany

Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany. The city is well known for its culture, politics, media, festivals, diverse architecture, nightlife, contemporary arts and a very high quality of living. The main sights are: Brandenburg Gate, The Reichstag, Berlin Cathedral, Holocaust Memorial, Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Zoo and many more. Berlin has so much to offer for traveleres who like to explore.