The tring-tring of bicycles sounds the start of your European Whirl. Kick back on the canals of Amsterdam and Venice, in the quiet lakeside beauty of Lucerne and among the Tuscan hills near Florence, with flavors of Italian Chianti setting the tone for an unforgettable trip.

Visit Budapest’s Castle District and cross the famous Chain Bridge. Explore Göttweig Abbey, one of Austria’s most revered monastic centers, and make dumplings with Wachau Valley apricots. Visit historic Salzburg. Spend two days in Vienna and celebrate the city’s musical heritage at a concert featuring works by Mozart and Strauss. With medieval towns, grand cities and stunning scenery, this eight-day journey on the "Blue Danube" is one you are sure to love.

Admire Rhine Valley vistas from a 900-year-old castle. Sample the culinary delights of Austria’s Wachau Valley. Learn the Viennese waltz, visit Melk’s Benedictine Abbey and ponder Nuremberg’s World War II history. Indulge your senses on this 15-day journey spanning the best of Europe, tracing the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers between the windmill-dotted waterways of Holland and the stunning landscapes of Hungary, with engaging encounters at every bend.

10 Days, featuring: Passau, Germany

10 Days, featuring: Ybbs. Excursion To Melk–wachau Valley

14 Days, featuring: Amsterdam

10 Days, featuring: Nuremberg (Disembarkation)

9 Days, featuring: Wroclaw–opole–czestochowa

Embrace both past and present on this 10-day itinerary showcasing the best of what Poland has to offer, from vibrant Warsaw to the ‘Venice of Poland’, Wroclaw, and beyond. Wander through time with your travel mates, learn of the complicated past, and grow to understand how this beautiful country evolved into what it is today. A country steeped in history, boasting intricate medieval and neoclassical architecture, and unlimited natural beauty, Poland is sure to impress.

Set off on an unforgettable 9-day journey through the heart of the Baltic Sea, beginning in Copenhagen and ending in Helsinki. Along the way, Northern Europe’s rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking beauty will unfold before you. In Oslo, Norway, discover the impressive Vigeland Sculpture Park, an open-air gallery showcasing over 200 remarkable sculptures. Warnemünde, Germany, invites you to venture out on a day trip to Berlin, where iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate await.

Discover the surreal terrain of the Czech Republic's Bohemian Paradise, where sandstone has been spectacularly shaped by wind, water, and other forces into towering formations. With rolling hills, dense forests, and meandering rivers, the region's countryside is straight out of a fairy tale. Experience Prague's Baroque and Gothic spires, Kutna Hora's silver mining legacy, and Cesky Krumlov's cobbled medieval streets, as you ramble between picturesque villages, enchanting castles, inviting landscapes, and awe-inspiring views. Cross into Austria where exhilarating ascents by cable car to mountain peaks and serene vistas overlooking tranquil lakes culminate in Salzburg's historic city center, the birthplace of Mozart. Bring home outstanding memories forged amidst these iconic destinations.

There is nothing quite like Christmas among the Alps with the festive Munich Christmas Market, Salzburg’s snow-capped spires and an indulgent cup of Glühwein. Your Local Expert brings Mozart’s history to life before a visit to Salzburg's Christmas market. After tasting the festive treats, the culinary delights continue with a traditional dining experience at Swarovski Crystal Worlds. If that is not enough to summon your holiday spirit, a stroll through the medieval cobbled streets of Freiburg will certainly do the trick, not to mention the fairytale surroundings of Strasbourg, where the sweet scent of cinnamon is carried on the breeze at the oldest Christmas market in France.

9 Days, featuring: Warsaw, Poland

Get stuck into Polish comfort food as you experience the Best of Poland. Explore Warsaw’s proud history, Kraków's enduring beauty and Gdansk's glowing amber trade as you discover the resilience of the Polish people.

See Bucharest’s 1,100-room Palace of Parliament. Join a home cook in Vidin to prepare banitsa, a feta filo pastry. Explore Belgrade’s Ottoman and European treasures, including the 6th-century Kalemegdan Fortress. View the Danube’s towering Iron Gate, witness Hungary’s daredevil Puszta horsemen and behold Budapest’s grandeur. As you sail, discover the secrets of the eastern Danube that were once hidden behind the Iron Curtain.

Celebrate the magic of the season with a special cruise between Nürnberg and Vienna aboard ms Savor or ms Joy, filled with exclusive Tauck experiences, special yuletide events aboard and ashore, and great holiday cheer!

16 Days, featuring: Passau