Cruise on the Marne-Rhine Canal from Strasbourg to Lagarde (port-to-port cruise)

send the morning cruising. In the afternoon, join an excursion to the lush region of Kochersberg and a visit to the Maison du Kochersberg museum and the Villa Meteor.

This morning will be spent cruising towards Saverne. Enjoy this bucolic journey passing the towns of Schwindratzheim, nestled on a hillside, and Hochfelden, a typical local village. During the morning, feel free to stroll or bike on the paved trails alongside the canal. In the afternoon, join a tour of the Château du Haut-Barr, nicknamed “The Eye of Alsace”, where you will discover a splendid view over the Alsatian plains. In the evening, enjoy tarte flambée, a local specialty, at a restaurant.

Set out on a guided tour of Saverne. Virtually unknown by the usual tourist routes, the city offers a wide range of places to discover. Return on board and cruise towards Lutzelbourg. The canal winds through the Vosges Mountains before joining the Lorraine region. Late in the afternoon, we suggest you to set off on foot to marvel at Lutzelbourg Castle.

Depart on an excursion to the Arzviller inclined plane. Along the way, stop at the Lehrer Crystal Glassworks near the inclined plane. Learn about this time-tested tradition, and watch crystal blowing and cutting demonstrations. Cruise to Xouaxange, travelling on the Artzviller inclined plane – an incredible experience. A fabulous structure, this transverse system boat “elevator” is one-of-a-kind in Europe. The inclined plane replaces 17 successive locks over 2.5 miles that once needed a full day to navigate. There will be a Candlelight lunch as you pass through the canal tunnels. Visit of the Chagall trail in Sarrebourg.

This morning will be spent cruising towards Lagarde. Tonight there will be a festive gala evening and dinner.

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. Transfer(1) by coach back to Strasbourg, arriving late in the morning. End of our services.

(1) Transfer on request at an additional charge

• Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
• Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from the special lists)
• Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
• The excursions mentioned on this program
• Welcome cocktail
• Gala Dinner and evening
• Assistance from the onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
• Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
• All port fees

• Transfer by coach from Lagarde to Strasbourg on Day 7
• Drinks from special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
• Cancellation and baggage insurance
• Personal expenses