From Amsterdam to Basel: The Treasures of the Celebrated Rhine River (port-to-port cruise)

This morning, join us for the excursions proposed: CLASSIC: Guided panoramic tour of Amsterdam and visit to a diamond merchant’s. DISCOVERY: Bike tour of Amsterdam in search of its most secret and unique locations. In the afternoon, join us on an excursion for both packages: Visit the Keukenhof Gardens(1). We’ll return on board in Amsterdam for an evening of dancing. Our ship will cruise to Wesel through the night.

Join us on an excursion for both packages: A visit to the Netherlands Open-Air Museum in Arnhem. This national museum focuses on the everyday life of Dutch people throughout the country’s history and includes old homes, farms, and factories from different regions. You can stroll through the attraction at your own pace or take the authentic trams. Our ship will cruise to Cologne overnight. Enjoy an evening of entertainment on board.

Join us on an excursion for both packages: Guided tour of Cologne. We’ll see the immense, Gothic cathedral—the tallest twin-spire church in the world and the most visited landmark in Germany. We’ll then head over to the Old Town to stroll the streets and pass in front of the famous Farina Fragrance Museum. Our ship will start to cruise up the Rhine to Koblenz early this morning. Enjoy a stroll to see the famous Deutsches Eck.

We’ll cruise to Mainz in the early morning, traveling through the magnificent Rhine Valley. Join us for the excursion proposed for both packages: Tour of Mainz and the Gutenberg Museum. This tour on foot will take us to the city’s magnificent cathedral. We’ll then stroll down the picturesque streets of the Old City to the Gutenberg Museum. Join us for an evening of dancing in the lounge. Our ship will begin to cruise to Strasbourg.

We’ll arrive in Strasbourg in the afternoon. Join us for the excursion proposed for both packages: Boat tour of Strasbourg and a visit to its cathedral (only on pre-booking before departure). Like many European cities, Strasbourg has a striking mix of architecture that includes a broad range of traditional structures next to bold modern designs. After our excursion, we’ll return on board the ship. Our ship will begin to cruise to Breisach. Tonight is our festive gala evening.

This afternoon join us for the excursion proposed for both packages: A guided tour of Colmar and the Unterlinden Museum.(3) Colmar is a colorful city bursting with Alsatian charm. We’ll spend time in the romantic Little Venice neighborhood before visiting the Unterlinden Museum. The museum exhibits span 7,000 years—from prehistoric times to modern art. The most regarded masterpiece in its collection is the polyptych by artists Niclaus of Haguenau and Grünewald. We’ll begin to cruise to Basel. Join us for dinner and an evening of entertainment.

(3) The Museum is closed on Tuesdays. It will be replaced by a visit to the Hansi Museum instead.

Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking at 9:00 a.m. End of our services.

• Your cruise with all meals from dinner the first evening to breakfast on the final day
• Onboard drinks included (except for drinks from our special lists)
• Double-occupancy cabin with shower in bathroom
• Assistance from our onboard multi-lingual host/hostess
• Welcome cocktail
• Gala dinner
• Onboard entertainment
• All port fees
• Prepaid classic sightseeing package.

• Drinks from our special lists, or drinks ordered during excursions or transfers
• Cancellation and baggage insurance
• Optional excursions (must be reserved and paid for on board or at travel agency)
• Transfers/travel to and from departure/arrival points
• Personal expenses