Highlights
A breathtaking journey on board the Glacier Express Be one of the first to register for this trip for free first-class tickets(1)
The unique, Alsatian city of Colmar, with its half-timbered homes, romantic canals, and remarkable buildings
The National Automobile Museum in Mulhouse—the largest car museum in the world
Itinerary
Set off on a remarkable journey through Switzerland, France, and Germany with the "An exceptional cruise through the most beautiful regions of three different countries (port-to-port cruise)," a 5-day adventure that starts and ends in Strasbourg. This cruise tour takes you to Basel and the island of Mainau—a tranquil oasis famed for its stunning gardens. The highlight of the trip is an unforgettable ride on the Glacier Express train, offering panoramic views of the breathtaking Swiss Alps. The USP of this itinerary is its unique combination of cruising and scenic rail travel, perfect for those seeking spectacular vistas and cross-border exploration.
day 1Strasbourg
Passengers are welcome to board our ship at 6:00 p.m. at the CroisiEurope dock. After comfortably settling into your cabins, we’ll introduce our crew at a welcome cocktailbefore dinner on board.
Our ship will begin to cruise to Breisach.
day 2Breisach - Colmar - Basel
day 3Basel - The Glacier Express Train - Basel
day 4Basel - Lake Constance - Mainau Island - Breisach
day 5Strasbourg
What's Included
Ship Details
MS La Boheme
It is the title of an opera by Giacomo Puccini and a song by Charles Aznavour, but also the name of a historic region of central Europe, famous for its crystal. The MS La Bohème sails on the Danube and the Rhine, taking cruise passengers to meet the many wonders offered by these two romantic rivers.The MS La Bohème is a standard ship that measures 110m long and 10m wide and accommodates 154 passengers in 77 cabins on 2 decks. The size of each cabin is 10m2 (there is also a suite of 18m2), offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. The refined decoration and the elegant and friendly atmosphere are in perfect harmony with its environment. Yellow and blue, symbols of light and water, blend together perfectly to give the boat a warm atmosphere.Located on the upper deck, the restaurant, where all meals are served during the cruise, offers a delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large windows allow to fully enjoy the panorama. Also situated on the upper deck is the lounge/bar with a dance floor. Comfortable sun loungers are provided on the sun deck with a large shaded area, the ideal place to relax and admire the surrounding landscapes.
MS Monet
Named after one of the most famous impressionist painters, Claude Monet, this elegant ship sails on the Rhine and the Danube. It takes cruise passengers to discover the many wonders offered by these two romantic rivers.The MS Monet is an intimate-sized standard ship, measuring 110 m long and 11,40 m wide. It can accommodate 158 passengers, in 78 cabins spread over two decks. The size of a cabin is 11,50 m2 (10 m2 for the single cabin), offerering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay.The decoration is refined and its atmosphere, both elegant and friendly, is in perfect harmony with its environment. The restaurant, located on the upper deck, offers a delicate cuisine in a refined setting. Large windows allow you to fully enjoy the panorama. On this same level is also the lounge / bar with a dance floor, while on the sun deck, an ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, passengers can enjoy comfortable sun loungers, as well as a large shaded area.
MS France
Partially renovated in 2016, the ship takes on a sparkling and vintage look with its anise and chocolate colors. The houndstooth-type patterns recall the elegant outfits of ladies from the sixties. The cabins display retro photographs representing Parisian monuments.The common areas are located on the upper deck and the cabins are spread over two decks and have large windows. Do not hesitate to go to the sun deck to relax!It is furnished with armchairs and sun loungers to allow you to relax while enjoying a panoramic view of the landscapes.
MS Gérard Schmitter
Named after the founder of CroisiEurope, the MS Gérard Schmitter sails on the Rhine and the Danube, to meet the many wonders offered by these two romantic rivers.The MS Gérard Schmitter is an intimate-sized Premium ship, measuring 110m long and 11.40m wide. It can accommodate 172 passengers, in 86 cabins spread over three decks. The size of each cabin is 13.50m2, offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. Decorated in subtlechocolate brown shades, combined with glimpses of rosy-lilac, gives the ship a welcoming atmosphere. The decoration, created by Maria Rosa Rosello, pays tribute to the founder of CroisiEurope, who liked to paint delicate and flowery designs. Located on the middle deck, the restaurant, where all meals are served during the cruise, offers delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large windows allow guests to fully enjoy the panorama. On this same deck is also the lounge / bar with a dance floor, while on the sun deck, an ideal place to relax and admire the landscapes, passengers can enjoy comfortable sunloungers, as well as a large shaded area.
Scenic Jewel
Scenic Crystal, Jewel and Jade were the sixth, seventh, and eighth ships to join our fleet of luxury Space-Ships respectively. All three river cruise ships feature our signature Scenic Sun Lounges, as well as newly designed cabins and suites.
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