Creating Moments Travel Agency

Relax and recharge on this invigorating 4-day Rhine River cruise from North Holland to Germany. Embark in Amsterdam, where canals past fantastic Dutch Golden Age architecture make this a unique place to visit. On to Lelystad with its rich maritime connections, including a replica of the Dutch East India Company's flagship Batavia; Arnhem, WWII inspiration for the movie A Bridge Too Far; and Düsseldorf with its rococo castle and captivating Old Town. While there, maybe sample the local Rheinischer Sauerbraten (marinated roast) or Westphalian pumpernickel bread!

Got a few days? Let us show you the world—or at least a spectacular part of it! Austria has a reputation for its beauty and culture with good reason. Cruise along the magnificent Danube, visiting some of the country’s most celebrated places. Begin in Vienna, the much-adored City of Music and home to historical figures like Mozart, Freud, and Marie Antoinette. Then, cruise through the spectacular Wachau Valley to see its castles, terraced vineyards, and orchards—and sample some of Europe’s most delectable wines and apricot products! In Melk, explore the 11th-century Benedictine abbey, then visit Grein and tiny Dürnstein, where King Richard the Lionheart was imprisoned as he returned home from the Crusades.

Sublime scenery, riveting history, superb wines in the very environments where they were crafted—take an outstanding foray into the South of France. Start in the walled city of Avignon with its 14th-century castle fortress, and end in the foodie paradise of Lyon. Along the way are Viviers, jumping-off point for truffle hunting lessons and a prehistoric cave art encounter; the decadent chocolates of Tain-l`Hermitage; a wine experience in the heart of the Beaujolais wine region; and a stop in the legendary Châteauneuf-du-Pape. You can also select active sightseeing, like eBiking around Lyon or hiking in the Ardèche Gorge, Europe’s Grand Canyon!

Whether you’re in the mood for a new travel experience or simply want a short and sweet escape, this introduction to the Balkans along the Lower Danube is just the ticket! Start in Belgrade, Serbia’s mesmerizing capital city and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Europe. Explore the “White Fortress” and learn about its turbulent past as part of the former Yugoslavia. In Vukovar, learn about the Croatian War of Independence in the 1990s—and how a simple water tower became a symbol of the people’s strength and spirit. Finally, enter Hungary, with stops in Kalocsa, the “Paprika Capital of the World”, and Budapest, whose breathtaking Parliament Building, Castle District, Heroes’ Square, and other highlights will enchant you.