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17 Night European Inland Waterways Cruise on the Scenic Opal

Itinerary for December 22, 2026 Departure

Day Date Location Port of Call Guide
1Tuesday, 12/22/2026Depart from Your journey begins in the vibrant city of Budapest, the capital of Hungary and one of Europe's oldest and prettiest cities. This afternoon, board youBudapest, Hungary
2Wednesday, 12/23/2026Divided by the Danube, with Buda on one side and Pest on the other, this city became united in 1873, when a newly built bridge connected the two. The Budapest, Hungary
3Thursday, 12/24/2026Today, cruise the magnificent Danube River towards Vienna. Austria's imperial capital oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spacVienna, Austria
4Friday, 12/25/2026Merry Christmas - celebrate with newfound friends in the spectacular city of Vienna. A city full of grandeur, Vienna comes alive during the festive seVienna, Austria
5Saturday, 12/26/2026Your Scenic Space-Ship will dock early this morning in the small and picturesque town of Durnstein, located in Austria's scenic Wachau Valley. Enjoy sMelk, Austria
6Sunday, 12/27/2026Today, choose from three completely different, yet equally fascinating Scenic Freechoice excursions. Freechoice: Full day excursion to Salzburg: This Passau, Germany
7Monday, 12/28/2026You will arrive in Regensburg after lunch, so this morning offers a great opportunity to relax and rejuvenate in the Salt Therapy lounge, located on tRegensburg, Germany
8Tuesday, 12/29/2026You will arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, this afternoon. Boasting an Old Town protected by an ancient city wall, this city is domi 
9Wednesday, 12/30/2026Built on seven hills, this World Heritage-listed town has surprises at every turn. Intersected by rivers and canals, enchanting Bamberg has an Old TowBamberg, Germany
10Thursday, 12/31/2026After a leisurely morning on board your Space-Ship, you will arrive in Würzburg. This Baroque city straddles the Main River in the heart of FranconianWurzburg, Germany
11Friday, 01/01/2027Start the New Year off relaxing in style. Cruise for the full day on board your Scenic Space-Ship towards, the German city of Rüdesheim. 
12Saturday, 01/02/2027Today disembark in Rüdesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for a staggering two millennia. The charming 
13Sunday, 01/03/2027You will arrive in Cologne today, a city known for its liberal and laidback lifestyle, its unique beer culture, auto industry and the jaw-dropping catCologne, Germany
14Monday, 01/04/2027Amsterdam is a treasure trove of architectural beauty, masterpiece-filled galleries, tranquil scenes of boats putting along 16th century canals, narroAmsterdam, Netherlands
15Tuesday, 01/05/2027Travel by high-speed train to Paris and spend three nights at one of our centrally located hotels.Amsterdam, Netherlands
16Wednesday, 01/06/2027It's your first morning in Paris, so why not start the day with a pain au chocolat and a café au lait? Paris is a city that has been immortalised in eParis, France
17Thursday, 01/07/2027Today is yours to enjoy, with a full day to explore Paris. Discover some of the city's most famous districts, like the charming Latin Quarter, the modParis, France
18Friday, 01/08/2027Arrive at Say 'au revoir' to Paris this morning. Take time for a final indulgent breakfast at the hotel or perhaps stop for a coffee at the legendary Café de laParis, France
 

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Departing from Budapest, Hungary
Departure Date 12/22/2026
OCG Class
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Departing 12/22/2026
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Balconyfrom $12,315
Suitefrom $13,265
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