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Bamberg has been referredto as “Franconian Rome” as, like Rome, it was built onseven hills—but in Bamberg, a church graces each oneBamberg’s medieval and Baroque architecture haswithstood the test of time and, as such, became a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site Join a guided walking tour of thismedieval gem where you’ll see its cathedral, Old Town Halland elegant old mansions, and afterwards, indulge in thetown’s famous smoked beer, Rauchbier Later, enjoy freetime in Volkach

Bamberg has been referredto as “Franconian Rome” as, like Rome, it was built onseven hills—but in Bamberg, a church graces each oneBamberg’s medieval and Baroque architecture haswithstood the test of time and, as such, became a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site Join a guided walking tour of thismedieval gem where you’ll see its cathedral, Old Town Halland elegant old mansions, and afterwards, indulge in thetown’s famous smoked beer, Rauchbier Later, enjoy freetime in Volkach

Go on a full-day excursion to Rothenburg, Germany’s best-preserved walled town located on the Romantic Road Later in the day, and for those not going to Rothenburg, enjoy a city tour of Würzburg, a bursting with Baroque splendor Or visit Würzburg’s Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features an opulent interior, including a grand fresco by Tiepolo

Go on a full-day excursion to Rothenburg, Germany’s best-preserved walled town located on the Romantic Road Later in the day, and for those not going to Rothenburg, enjoy a city tour of Würzburg, a bursting with Baroque splendor Or visit Würzburg’s Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features an opulent interior, including a grand fresco by Tiepolo

Go on a full-day excursion to Rothenburg, Germany’s best-preserved walled town located on the Romantic Road Later in the day, and for those not going to Rothenburg, enjoy a city tour of Würzburg, a bursting with Baroque splendor Or visit Würzburg’s Baroque Residenz Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features an opulent interior, including a grand fresco by Tiepolo

Wertheim's old town center still features half-timbered houses and the Gothic architecture of the Stiftskirche, its oldest Protestant church You may either join a guided walking tour through the historic city center or learn the art of pretzel making with a visit to a local bakery For those seeking a more active adventure, take a scenic bike ride through the Main River Valley or hike high above the town for a visit to the castle, one of the most picturesque ruins in Germany

Arrive in Rüdesheim, where you can visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or take a ride over the vineyards of Rüdesheim in a gondola to the Niederwald Monument, and then afterwards be treated to a wine tasting You may also hike through a Rüdesheim vineyard Later in the day, set sail towards Lahnstein through the Rhine River Gorge, famous for its beautiful and imposing castles Cap the day off with a visit to Lahneck Castle

Arrive in Rüdesheim, where you can visit Siegfried’s Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum, or take a ride over the vineyards of Rüdesheim in a gondola to the Niederwald Monument, and then afterwards be treated to a wine tasting You may also hike through a Rüdesheim vineyard Later in the day, set sail towards Lahnstein through the Rhine River Gorge, famous for its beautiful and imposing castles Cap the day off with a visit to Lahneck Castle

Wake up in fairytale Cochem and visit the Reichsburg Castle followed by a walking tour As an alternative, visit one of Europe’s oldest working mustard mills where you will sample Cochem’s famous mustard You may also opt to take a guided bike tour along the captivating Moselle River or a hike to Reichsburg Castle Later, cruise to Zell, famous for its Riesling and the well-known arched black cat icon, often seen on the labels of local German wines Experience the hospitality of the citizens of Zell, including the local Wine Queen and Mayor, at an exclusive wine festival where you’ll sample local wines, sausages and more

Wake up in fairytale Cochem and visit the Reichsburg Castle followed by a walking tour As an alternative, visit one of Europe’s oldest working mustard mills where you will sample Cochem’s famous mustard You may also opt to take a guided bike tour along the captivating Moselle River or a hike to Reichsburg Castle Later, cruise to Zell, famous for its Riesling and the well-known arched black cat icon, often seen on the labels of local German wines Experience the hospitality of the citizens of Zell, including the local Wine Queen and Mayor, at an exclusive wine festival where you’ll sample local wines, sausages and more

Enjoy a scenic cruise along the Moselle to Trier, Germany’s oldest city, renowned for its rich ancient Roman past, and as such has been referred to as the “Rome of the North” or “Second Rome” as it has impressive Roman relics and nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites Join a guided tour of the city, including the old Roman amphitheater, Roman Baths and Basilica of Constantine Alternatively, go in search of the secrets of the Porta Nigra Gate, dating back to 180 AD on a tour that takes you back to a time when Rome ruled the world from the Emperor’s seat in Trier You also have the choice of a bike tour through the historic city center and along the Moselle River; or hike high above Trier to Petrisberg

This morning, bid farewell to your luxurious river cruise ship