8 Day Romantic Rhine

april - november departures

Start in Basel, Switzerland, then head to Breisach at the foot of the Kaiserstuhl Mountain on the French-German border—the gateway to Germany’s Black Forest. Continue to Strasbourg, France, to marvel at the red-sandstone Gothic-style cathedral along with the fascinating astronomical clock. Explore the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, perched above the city. Sail to Rüdesheim, pass through the dramatic Rhine Gorge with ancient castles on cliffs, and visit Cologne for its Gothic-style architecture and twin-spired cathedral. Conclude your Rhine River cruise in colorful Amsterdam, ending with a canal cruise to view historic homes from the city’s “Golden Age.”


8 Day The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles

MAY - OCTOBER departures

Starting in Amsterdam explore the treasures of this city on a unique canal cruise. Continue to Cologne, Germany - a 2,000-year-old city renowned for Gothic architecture. Sail through the stunning Rhine Gorge, with ancient castles perched 400 feet above the water. Visit Rüdesheim and then pause in Cochem on the Moselle River, home to Riesling grape cultivation. Visit Reichsburg Castle and sample the region’s beloved wines in Bernkastel. Join an included excursion to Luxembourg City, offering unique and dramatic views as it is set on two levels. Two day Paris extentions available.


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