Captivating Rhine 2023

Begin your journey in the vibrant city of Amsterdam. Board your luxurious river cruise ship and settle in for the adventure ahead. Dinner will be served onboard.

Discover the famous canals of Amsterdam on a scenic canal cruise. Admire the tall narrow homes along the water, the beautiful wooden Skinny Bridge, and the Anne Frank House. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner onboard as we set sail out of Amsterdam.

Cruise to Cologne, home to the revered Gothic masterpiece, the Cologne Cathedral. Join a guided tour through the Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated cathedral, the Cologne Rathaus, the Overstolzenhaus, and the Festival Hall. Taste the city's famous Kolsch beer and Reibekuchen, a local potato pancake dish. For the more adventurous, join a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten.

Cruise through the captivating UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge to reach the winemaking town of Rüdesheim. Soar high above the vineyards with a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue and enjoy a wine tasting. Hike through the town's beautiful vineyards or join a guided bike tour along the scenic Rhine River. Visit Siegfried's Mechanical Music Museum and taste the town's special delight, Rüdesheimer Coffee.

From Ludwigshafen, choose between three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, a perfectly preserved medieval city, and discover the iconic Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat. For a more active adventure, join a guided hike up the Philosopher's Path. Alternatively, visit one of Germany's oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe and the medieval Altpörtel.

Explore Strasbourg, a city that offers flavors of both France and Germany. Enjoy a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament, and the Place de la République. Walk through the iconic 'La Petite France' district and past the Cathédrale de Notre Dame. Alternatively, take a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie.

From Breisach, choose between several excursions. Visit the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, admire its historic architecture, and famous sights like the Dolder Gate. Alternatively, go to Freiburg, home to the Freiburg's Münster, a Gothic cathedral said to have 'the most beautiful spire on earth.' For a more active excursion, cycle through the scenic countryside or visit the Black Forest, a magical land full of cultural traditions.

After breakfast, disembark from your river cruise ship, marking the end of your unforgettable journey through Europe.