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17 Night Christmas and New Year with Prague Cruise and Land Tour from Prague

Ship: Scenic Jade

Cruise Line: Scenic Cruises

Sailed: Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025 from Prague, Czech Republic

Ended: Friday, Jan 2, 2026

The itinerary information below reflects the original day-by-day port of call schedule for the Tuesday, Dec 16, 2025 departure of the Scenic Jade. If Scenic Cruises modified this itinerary for weather or operational reasons after departing , the modified schedule would not be reflected here.

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Itinerary

Day by Day Summary and Map

Day 1 - Tuesday - Dec 16, 2025

Prague, Czech Republic

Welcome to Prague, one of Europe's best-preserved and most beautiful cities, with a rich and fascinating history stretching back more than 1,000 years. The Vltava River, the longest in the Czech Republic, runs through the center of Prague with the historic Old Town on one bank and New Town on the other.

Day 2 - Wednesday - Dec 17, 2025

Prague, Czech Republic

You'll take a guided tour this morning, led by an expert local guide who will reveal the city's secrets in all their Gothic glory. The red-roofed Old Town is a charming maze of cobblestone laneways, medieval buildings, bustling squares, and elaborate statues. It's compact and almost completely flat, making it perfect for exploring on foot. Don't miss the Old Town Hall where you can hear the 14th-century Astronomical Clock chime, accompanied by a procession of the 12 Apostles. The rest of the day is at leisure. Perhaps take a stroll through this magnificent city, situated on the Vltava River in central Bohemia. Prague is rich in history and home to some of the world's most striking architectural wonders. Your tour director is on hand to help you plan.

Day 3 - Thursday - Dec 18, 2025

Prague, Czech Republic

You have the morning at leisure to explore this wonderful city, perhaps rise early and take a stroll along the Charles Bridge, without the crowds, or relax and people watch in one of the many cafes around the picturesque Old Town.

Day 4 - Friday - Dec 19, 2025

Prague, Czech Republic

Bus Travel

Cruise Begins

Budapest, Hungary

Journey by coach to Budapest where you'll board your luxurious Scenic Space-Ship.

Day 5 - Saturday - Dec 20, 2025

Budapest, Hungary

Divided 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 city is an architectural treasure trove comprising styles from Gothic to Art Nouveau and everything in between. At Christmas time, it comes alive with twinkling lights strewn around the city, wooden huts popping up in magnificent locations and seductive scents filling the air with festive spices.

Day 6 - Sunday - Dec 21, 2025

Vienna, Austria

Today, cruise the magnificent Danube River towards Vienna. Austria's imperial capital oozes charm with magnificent Baroque buildings, ample green spaces from parks to vineyards, a vibrant coffee-house culture, and masterpiece-filled galleries and museums.

Day 7 - Monday - Dec 22, 2025

Vienna, Austria

A city full of grandeur, Vienna comes alive during the festive season. A visit to the Austrian imperial capital during this time of the year will create some unique, magical moments. See the world's most beautiful boulevard, Ringstrasse, all lit up with dazzling displays of Christmas lights and decorations. You'll also enjoy the city's musical heritage in full display with the sounds of famous festive tunes and classical pieces around every corner. After all, you're in the City of Music, which fostered musical geniuses like Mozart and Beethoven.

Day 8 - Tuesday - Dec 23, 2025

Krems, Austria

Durnstein, Austria

Your Scenic Space-Ship will dock early this morning in the small and picturesque town of Krems, located in Austria's scenic Wachau Valley.

Day 9 - Wednesday - Dec 24, 2025

Brandstatt, Austria

Passau, Germany

Day 10 - Thursday - Dec 25, 2025

River Cruising

Merry Christmas - celebrate with newfound friends onboard your Scenic Space-Ship as you cruise towards Nuremberg. You may wish to spend time in the exclusive Salt Therapy Lounge, which provides natural anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-bacterial properties or enjoy the fresh air onboard the Sun Deck as your sail past charming villages and spectacular scenery.

Day 11 - Friday - Dec 26, 2025

Nuremberg, Germany

You will arrive in Nuremberg, Bavaria's second-largest city, this afternoon. Boasting an Old Town protected by an ancient city wall, this city is dominated by one of the most significant imperial forts of the Holy Roman Empire, the 12th-century Imperial Castle, which was the preferred residence of German kings. Behind its charming facade, Nuremberg also has a turbulent history. During WWII, the city was favored by the Nazis for party rallies, the boycotts of Jewish businesses began here, as did the laws that denied Jewish people German citizenship - known as the 'Nuremberg Laws'. By 1945, the city was reduced to rubble, including large sections of the Imperial Castle and Old Town. Allied powers - the US, Great Britain, France, and the Soviet Union - held the Nuremberg Trials here between 1945 and 1946, when Nazi Germany leaders were tried for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

Day 12 - Saturday - Dec 27, 2025

Bamberg, Germany

Built on seven hills, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed town has surprises at every turn. Intersected by rivers and canals, enchanting Bamberg has an Old Town resplendent with cobblestoned streets and well-preserved medieval buildings. A charming Old Town Hall which occupies an island on its own, a Gothic and Romanesque-style cathedral, the Old and New Residences comprising an episcopal palace, a pretty 'Little Venice', and a 12th-century castle that teeters on the highest of the seven hills - are some of the incredible places you'll see during your guided city tour. Bamberg is known for its charming UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town, one of Europe's largest intact old town centers. Learn about its fascinating history as you wander through stunning medieval and Baroque buildings on a guided city tour. Back onboard your Space-Ship, you may wish to spend time in the wellness center with a soothing massage.

Day 13 - Sunday - Dec 28, 2025

Wurzburg, Germany

After a leisurely morning onboard your Space-Ship, you will arrive in Wurzburg. This Baroque city straddles the Main River in the heart of Franconian wine country. Surrounded by undulating vineyards, Wurzburg is home to a UNESCO World Heritage-listed palace, a dominating hilltop fortress, the 15th-century Old Main Bridge, and three universities, including Bavaria's oldest.

Day 14 - Monday - Dec 29, 2025

Wertheim, Germany

Bus Travel

Miltenberg, Germany

This morning, you will arrive in the historic town of Wertheim, sitting on the picturesque banks of the Main and Tauber rivers. Enjoy an orientation tour of Wertheim before transferring via motorcoach to the stunning town of Miltenberg. Here, your local guide will showcase the city during a walking tour through the beautiful cobblestone streets lined with historic half-timbered houses. After so time at leisure, you will embark your luxury Space-Ship in Miltenberg and set sail for Rudesheim.

Day 15 - Tuesday - Dec 30, 2025

Rudesheim, Germany

Rhine Gorge, Germany

This morning, you will disembark in Rudesheim, a pretty town surrounded by steep vineyards that have been cultivating wine for a staggering two millennia. The charming town center is filled with half-timbered houses lining cobbled streets, quaint shops selling trinkets such as cuckoo clocks, as well as a smattering of wine taverns and open-air beer gardens. Take a mini train from the pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum, where some 350 musical instruments from the 18th and 19th century play themselves for your enjoyment. This afternoon, relax onboard the Sun Deck and admire the scenic landscapes as you cruise along the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage-listed Rhine Gorge in the Upper Middle Rhine Valley, a 65-kilometer stretch of the river that is dotted with some 40 hilltop castles and fortresses that span a period of 1,000 years. Sailing down this section of the river is like being transported through the pages of a fairy tale book. The Rhine is abounded in myths and legends; folklore that has been passed on for generations, including the story of Lorelei. This enchanting female was betrayed by her sweetheart and spent her days bewitching men. As her punishment, she was sent to a nunnery, however on her way she jumped to her death in the river. Legend has her spirit casting spells on sailors who passed the rock, where a bronze statue sits today.

Day 16 - Wednesday - Dec 31, 2025

Cologne, Germany

You will arrive in Cologne today, a city known for its liberal and laidback lifestyle, its unique beer culture, auto industry, and the jaw-dropping cathedral that dominates its skyline. Settled by the Romans, this major cultural center for the Rhineland was built during the Middle Ages but was largely destroyed during WWII. The magnificent Gothic cathedral, an enormous UNESCO World Heritage-listed site that dates to 1248, was badly damaged but stood tall above the ruins of the city. Discover Cologne on a walking tour. Wander the laneways of the historical Old Town, which is home to breweries serving up draft Kolsch beer, and enjoy free time to visit the city's centerpiece and icon, Cologne Cathedral. This evening, ring in the New Year in style onboard your Space-Ship while sailing out the grand city of Cologne and admiring the spectacular fireworks over the Cologne Cathedral. Your cruise director and Enrichment manager have planned a fun party and would be delighted to celebrate the New Year with you.

Day 17 - Thursday - Jan 1, 2026

River Cruising

Start the New Year off relaxing in style. Cruise for the full day onboard your Scenic Space-Ship towards your final destination, the Dutch city of Amsterdam. Perhaps you'd like to spend time in the modern gym doing an invigorating workout or if you'd prefer to wind down, head to the wellness center for a relaxing massage.

Day 18 - Friday - Jan 2, 2026

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Disembark in Amsterdam after a farewell breakfast this morning, taking with you a lifetime of memories.

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