This extraordinary river cruise will take you on a magical journey through the River Rhine. Discover the most breathtaking destinations in Europe as you pass by historic castles and ancient fortresses. Begin your journey in Amsterdam, home to enchanting, intertwined canals, world-renowned museums, and Dutch Baroque architecture. Continue to Arnhem, where you will discover the catastrophic battleground of the Battle of Arnhem in 1944. Sail along the river to visit Cologne, one of the largest cities in Germany home to a wide range of attractions. Whether you are interested in uncovering rich history, exploring the famous cathedrals, or learning about local sports, Cologne has something to offer you. From there you will travel to Koblenz to explore the beautiful park and flower-filled city before you stop in Rudesheim, home to the Rheingau wine region famous for its superior Rieslings. Enjoy a stop in Mannheim, where you may discover the energetic cultural scene, the busy city centre, and the landmark palace of Barockshloss Mannheim. Cross the border and sail into France to enjoy a spectacular stay in Strasbourg, a city that blends French and German culture. Finally, you will travel to your final stop, Mainz, the wine capital of Germany.
Spend a week exploring some of the best bits of northwestern Europe, from Paris to Berlin. With plenty of free time to explore at your own pace and a local leader on hand with insider information, it’s easy to make the most of your days. Walk the streets of romantic Paris, have a beer in Brussels and explore a fairytale castle in Antwerp. From the City of Lights to the cobbled alleys of Belgium, you’ll be cycling along the canals of Amsterdam if the weather’s good and exploring the nightlife of Berlin. Tick iconic landmarks off your bucket list and discover hidden gems in Bruges, all with like-minded travellers. What are you waiting for? Europe is calling!
AdventureCity sightseeing
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hostel, Hotel
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Amsterdam
Paris, Berlin, Brussels, Amsterdam
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Cruise along the Rhine—Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans. Marvel at castles that were once mighty fortresses and get an insider’s look at the impressive Rheinstein Castle. Visit historic cities, including ancient Cologne and picturesque Strasbourg; stroll through the fairytale town of Rüdesheim; and taste delightful white wines in the villages where the grapes are grown.
Generations Family Program (select sailings): Share the enchantment of this region with the special young people in your life. These cruises not only feature unique, fun-filled adventures for families to enjoy together, they’re also packed with culturally and historically significant experiences designed to spark creativity and lifelong learning.
Set off on a rail journey through west Europe’s biggest cities, visiting local makers, low-key cities and cultural hotspots. Start the adventure learning all the secrets of Montmartre with a local guide. Bid adieu to Paris and hallo to Belgium with a walking tour of Brussels from a diverse perspective. Stop by Bruges and explore the city of canals, then catch a train headed for the Netherlands featuring Rotterdam urban farms, tile-painting in Delft and the local charm of Amsterdam. Discover the most out of the region with a local leader and plenty of free time to explore.
Train tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Spend a week exploring some of the best bits of northwestern Europe, from Paris to Amsterdam. Walk the streets of romantic Paris, have a beer in Brussels and discover hidden gems in Ghent. Walk along the cobbled alleys in Belgium, cycle along canals in Amsterdam and visit a floating farm in Rotterdam. Tick iconic landmarks off your bucket list, spend a day in Bruges and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace – all with like-minded travellers!
ExplorerTrain tours
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
We saw a lot on the trip. The itinerary gave a good taste of Prague, Germany and Amsterdam. This gave us an idea of where we would like to return for a longer visit. Our guide and driver were excellent and the bus was new, so very comfortable. Unfortunately, we had a large, loud group on board who did not feel the need to listen to the guide. This made it difficult for others to hear her and get the information she was giving us throughout the tour. The hotels were located a long way from the tourist areas so did not make it easy to get around on your own if you chose to do so. The hotels, while not 5 star, were very clean and had decent amenities. We only had breakfast and they were pretty good, some better than others.
Starting in the historic centre of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2000 with a plethora of landmarks, museums and historical sights, the city has a fairytale atmosphere with its cobbled streets and squares, canals on which you can take boat trips past the traditional houses as well as its medieval architecture. Bruges is also world-famous for its lace production.
In the province of Zeeland, the beautiful sandy beaches invite you to sunbathe. In Holland, historic fortified towns provide an incomparable atmosphere and the windmills of the Kinderdijk are a must-see when visiting the region. Your week ends in Amsterdam, the famous metropolis with its canals, museums and many boutiques for shopping fans.
In between, lush green landscapes with grazing cows, extensive forests and lots of water await you. You will also see national parks and picturesque villages as well as impressive buildings and monuments, many of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The tour from Bruges to Amsterdam is also a culinary journey, with Flemish delicacies, Belgian beer, cheese and syrupy waffles from Gouda as well as plenty of fresh seafood. Everything your heart desires!
Discover the Highlights of Holland on this mostly gentle circular cycling trip, starting and ending in the delightful city of Amsterdam with its UNESCO World Heritage canal ring area, its bustling squares and cultural hotspots, including the Anne Frank and Van Gogh museums. The varied countryside of Holland beckons with a mix of rectangular polders (low-lying land reclaimed from rivers and protected by dykes), woodland, country estates and wild gardens. Cycle through beautiful traditional villages, past windmills and farmhouses and on to the famous flower fields near Haarlem (visit in April and early May for the full effect of the blooms).As well as Amsterdam and the archetypal countryside of the Netherlands, you get to explore the cities of Zandvoort, The Hague, Rotterdam, Gouda, & Utrecht, all with their own histories and cultural characters. On the North Sea coast, extensive dunes and sandy beaches invite you to sunbathe, or you can simply stroll along the promenades. Art and culture lovers will find exciting museums and shopping fans will get their money's worth in trendy Rotterdam. Don't forget to try the famous delicacies, Gouda cheese and syrup waffles are just two of them. Gouda, as well as being the venue for the famous summer cheese market (Thursday mornings April - August), has a fabulous, gothic town hall in the main square, romantic canals and even more food options with warm syrup waffles - perfect to try after a day of cycling.
Bicycle tours
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
12-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Amsterdam, Zandvoort, The Hague
Amsterdam, Zandvoort, The Hague, Rotterdam, Gouda, Utrecht
This cruise will start in Cologne in Germany and take you through scenic and famous landmarks. You will get a chance to visit the oldest city in the Netherland, Nijmegen. Then you will sail to Rotterdam which is a major European port city and famous for its gigantic seaport. Rotterdam is the center of contemporary architecture, home to the famous cube houses with their Kijk-Kubus (show cube) and the Witte Huis (the White House), the first skyscraper in Europe. Thereafter you will reach Amsterdam and If you want to see Tulips, come with us and see for yourself as this will be the best time of the year to witness the beautiful Tulips blossom. In the Keukenhof flower gardens, they bloom and can be found in all colors and shapes in spring. A visit to Amsterdam is also on the program, with a tour of the famous canals, past the traditional townhouses. The region of North Holland stands above all for idyllic nature and is home to the typical windmills. You will also get the opportunity to experience The Markermeer Lake and IJsselmeer Lakes. Visit Enkhuizen, a beautiful harbor town overlooking IJsselmeer lake and Arnhem best known as the site of one of the infamous battles of World War 2 before ending your journey and returning to the historic city of Cologne.
Discover Amsterdam's Lake IJssel and numerous Dutch highlights by bike. Numerous highlights are packed into this carefully planned cycling route through Amsterdam and the old fishing villages and trading towns situated around Lake IJssel, the closed-off freshwater lake in the central Netherlands bordering the provinces of Flevoland, North Holland and Friesland. As you pedal through classic Dutch landscapes, cycling below sea level at times, you will visit the star shaped fortified town of Naarden and "Amsterdam Castle" (Muiderslot), along with Edam, famous for its cheese, the fishing village of Volendam, the island of Marken and the historical towns of Enkhuizen and Hoorn which flourished during the Golden Ages with the VOC (United East India Company). Explore the lakes of Friesland and the Weerribben-Wieden National Park with their rich birdlife, take in the Hanseatic city of Kampen and the old fishing village of Harderwijk. If you plan to do just one cycle tour of Holland, this itinerary provides the quintessential Dutch experience.