Cities of Light

From $3,299 per person

12 days

Ship: Viking Idi

Map highlighting key European rivers and cities from Paris to Prague.
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Sail Europe’s most iconic rivers: the Main, lined with quaint villages; the castle-studded Rhine; and the Moselle with its steep vineyards. Enjoy Privileged Access to Prague’s Lobkowicz Palace. Delve into Nuremberg’s history at the Imperial Castle and the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Taste legendary Moselle Rieslings. Savor Czech, German and French cuisine. With bookends in Paris and Prague, this 12-day journey celebrates Europe’s most luminous ports.

Journey Summary

  • Day 1 - Prague
  • Day 2 - Prague
  • Day 3 - Nuremberg
  • Day 4 - Bamberg
  • Day 5 - Bamberg
  • Day 6 - Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart
  • Day 7 - Würzburg
  • Day 8 - Heidelberg
  • Day 9 - Mainz
  • Day 10 - Rüdesheim
  • Day 11 - Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine
  • Day 12 - Cochem

Detailed Itinerary

Day-by-day description of your cruise and cruise activities.

Day 1 - October 14, 2026

Prague

Day 2 - October 15, 2026

Prague

Day 3 - October 16, 2026

Nuremberg

Day 4 - October 17, 2026

Bamberg

Day 5 - October 18, 2026

Bamberg

Day 6 - October 19, 2026

Scenic Sailing: Main River, Spessart

Day 7 - October 20, 2026

Würzburg

Day 8 - October 21, 2026

Heidelberg

Day 9 - October 22, 2026

Mainz

Day 10 - October 23, 2026

Rüdesheim

Day 11 - October 24, 2026

Scenic Sailing: Middle Rhine

Day 12 - October 25, 2026

Cochem

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Oct 07, 2026Oct 07, 2026Oct 14, 2026Oct 14, 2026Oct 21, 2026Oct 21, 2026Oct 28, 2026Oct 28, 2026

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The Viking Idi river cruise ship gliding along a serene waterway, with scenic buildings and greenery along the shore.
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