Travel Journal – Cruise The Heart Of Europe 2025

Photos taken by the tour group

UCLA Alumni Travel cruised through the heart of Europe on a 14-night journey along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers. Bruins explored five countries: The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, with stops in iconic cities like Vienna, Budapest and Amsterdam. Alumni enjoyed guided tours, immersive local experiences and stunning scenery, all from the comfort of a first-class river boat.

If you enjoy river cruising through the heart of Europe, you’ll love the Holiday Markets Cruise along the festive Rhine River. Feel the magic of this seven-night journey offering the same first-class experience, this time set against the backdrop of charming towns dressed up for the holidays.

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Waterland Bike Ride – Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Documentation Center Exhibit – Nuremberg, Germany

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Schnitzel Lunch – Nuremberg, Germany

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Wurzburg Residenz – Wurzburg, Germany

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Walking Tour – Cologne, Germany

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Passau – Germany

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Cheesemaking Demo – Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Apple Strudel Making

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Wachau Valley Cycling – Durnstein

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Kitchen Tour Aboard Cruise Ship

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