Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery (2025) (Basel to Brussels, 2025)
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 15-day journey that will take you through the heart of Europe, from the charming Swiss city of Basel to the bustling Belgian capital of Brussels. This multi-day tour is a perfect blend of history, culture, and gastronomy, offering you the opportunity to explore quaint towns, historic landmarks, and stunning landscapes. Whether you're marveling at the architectural wonders of Basel, savoring local treats in Strasbourg, or exploring the romantic streets of Bernkastel, each day promises a new adventure. With a mix of guided tours, free exploration time, and optional excursions, this tour offers a flexible and immersive travel experience. Accommodation is provided on a comfortable cruise ship, ensuring a relaxing journey through Europe's most enchanting destinations.
Included
All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients
14 breakfasts, 13 lunches, and 14 dinners
Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Receptions
Welcome and Farewell Gala Dinners
Unlimited beverages onboard, including fine wine, beer, spirits, specialty coffee and tea, soft drinks, and mineral water
Cruise ship
Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
14-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the elegant
S.S. Victoria
Lavishly appointed riverview staterooms and suites have handcrafted Savoir® Beds of England, high thread count 100% Egyptian cotton sheets and European duvets, and a menu of pillow options
Free Wi-Fi
S.S. Victoria: Royal Suite ,Suite
Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
6 countries: Belgium, The Netherlands, Germany, Luxembourg, France, and Switzerland
3 UNESCO World Heritage sites
Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise Manager
Cultural enrichment, including captivating onboard local entertainment
Group Transfers are included on arrival and departure days (please see terms and conditions for transfer guidelines)
Gratuities for onboard personnel (ship staff, crew, Cruise/Tour Manager) are included during the cruise/tour
Excursions included:
- Speyer Walking Tour with Local Treats
- Nights Out: Abbey Eberbach Wine Tasting
- Marksburg Castle
- Cologne Walking Tour
- Kölsch Tasting
- Düsseldorf Tour and Altbier Tasting
Additional excursions to choose from:
- Basel Walking Tour with Local Treats
- Lucerne Walking Tour & Mt. Pilatus
- Baden-Baden City Tour with Casino
- Strasbourg Walking Tour
- Rüdesheim Walk with Local Treats
- Rheinweinwelten Visit - The Best Rhine Rieslings
- Let's Go: Biking the Scenic Middle Moselle
- Bernkastel Village Walk with Riesling Tasting
- Trier Panoramic City Tour
- Luxembourg with WWII Cemetery
- Let’s Go: Hiking the Suspension Bridge of Geierlay
- Cochem Walking Tour with Reichsburg Castle
- Windmills and Monastic Beer
- Let’s Go: Biking Cuijk
- Maastricht Walking Tour
- Wine Tasting at Apostelhoeve
- Antwerp Walking Tour with Belgian Treats
- Let’s Go: Bike the Outskirts of Antwerp
Map
Attractions
Bundesbank-Bunker Cochem
Marksburg
Old Arsenal Museum
Speyer Cathedral
Cologne Cathedral
Mount Pilatus
Porta Nigra
Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary ArtDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Basel
- Basel
- Freiburg im Breisgau - Arrival day
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Welcome to Basel, Switzerland! Upon your arrival at EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg, you will be greeted by a representative and transferred to your cruise ship. Settle in and prepare for the exciting journey ahead.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Basel and Lucerne
- Basel
- Lucerne
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- Old Arsenal Museum
- Mount Pilatus
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Today, immerse yourself in the cultural hub of Basel, exploring its charming Old Town and marveling at its public art and architecture. Alternatively, venture deeper into Switzerland with a visit to Mount Pilatus in Lucerne. Enjoy a walking tour of Basel or Lucerne, sampling local treats along the way.
Day 3 – Day 3: Discovering Strasbourg and Baden-Baden
- Strasbourg
- Baden-Baden
- Basel
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- Strasbourg Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art
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Today, explore the quaint city of Strasbourg, known for its cobbled lanes, half-timbered homes, and irresistible pastry shops. Alternatively, join a day trip to the blissful spa town of Baden-Baden. Choose between a walking tour of Strasbourg or a city tour of Baden-Baden.
Day 4 – Day 4: Journey to Speyer
- Speyer
- Strasbourg
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- Speyer Cathedral
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Travel to Speyer, a city known for its iconic Romanesque cathedral that dominates the Old Town. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Speyer, sampling local treats and exploring the city's beauty.
Day 5 – Day 5: Exploring Rüdesheim
- Speyer
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Today, visit Rüdesheim, a city known for its beauty and its entertaining alley of shops and wine bars, the Drosselgasse. Enjoy a wine tasting at the historic Abbey Eberbach, and choose between a walking tour of Rüdesheim or a visit to Rheinweinwelten for a taste of the best Rhine Rieslings.
Day 6 – Day 6: Visit to Koblenz and Marksburg Castle
Day 6: Visit to Koblenz and Marksburg Castle
- Marksburg
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Get to know Koblenz, a historic town with a colorful past and eclectic architecture. Enjoy a visit to the stunningly medieval Marksburg Castle and sail past Deutsches Eck, a historic monument to Kaiser Wilhelm I.
Day 7 – Day 7: Exploring Bernkastel
- Bernkastel-Kues
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Today, explore the romantic city of Bernkastel, known for its scenic streets, taverns, and vineyards. Visit the Graach Gate, the last remaining town gate of Bernkastel-Kues, and enjoy a tasting of exceptional regional Rieslings. Choose between a bike ride along the scenic paths of the Middle Moselle or a walking tour of Bernkastel.
Day 8 – Day 8: Trier and Luxembourg
- Trier
- Luxembourg
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- Porta Nigra
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Explore Trier, a city rich in Roman heritage and Gallic charm. Marvel at the stone Roman gate, Porta Nigra, the Karl Marx house, and the Imperial Baths. Alternatively, visit the neighboring country of Luxembourg and pay a visit to the Luxembourg American War Cemetery and Memorial, where General George S. Patton is buried.
Day 9 – Day 9: Visit to Cochem
- Cochem
- Trier
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- Bundesbank-Bunker Cochem
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Today, explore the colorful city of Cochem, with its dramatic castle, impressive landscapes, and pastel-colored shops. Visit the brilliant Cochem Castle, also known as Reichsburg Cochem. Alternatively, hike the Suspension Bridge of Geierlay for a thrilling experience.
Day 10 – Day 10: Exploring Cologne
- Cologne
- Cochem
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- Cologne Cathedral
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Enjoy a delightful tour of Cologne's Old Town, where three medieval gates remain standing. Wander through the historical center and take in its charming atmosphere. Sample Kölsch, a local beer, as part of your exploration.
Day 11 – Day 11: Düsseldorf Tour
- Cologne
- Dusseldorf
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Take a stroll through Düsseldorf with a local guide. Discover the city's unique charm and enjoy an Altbier tasting, sampling a traditional German beer style native to this region.
Day 12 – Day 12: Dutch Windmill Visit and Biking in Cuijk
- Dusseldorf
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Step inside a historic grain windmill for a taste of Dutch country life. Choose between a bike ride in Cuijk or a visit to a monastic brewery for a unique beer tasting experience.
Day 13 – Day 13: Maastricht Walking Tour
- Maastricht
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Your first stop in The Netherlands is Maastricht, a city with more than 1,670 national heritage sites. Enjoy a walking tour of the Old Town or opt for a wine tasting at Apostelhoeve, a renowned local vineyard.
Day 14 – Day 14: Antwerp Exploration
- Antwerp
- Maastricht
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Today is all about Belgian food. Explore the highlights of Antwerp on foot, bike through the outskirts of town in search of delicious treats, or partake in a cooking class experience. Enjoy the chance to try some excellent local bites.
Day 15 – Day 15: Departure from Brussels
- Brussels
- Antwerp - Departure day
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Disembark the ship in Brussels. If your cruise package includes a group departure transfer or if you have purchased a private departure transfer, you will be transferred to Brussels International Airport for your flight home. This marks the end of your unforgettable European journey.
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