Magical Rhine Cruise - Basel to Cologne

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8 daysDuration

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35 peopleMaximum group size

8 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

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Basel, Switzerland

Cologne, Germany

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Highlights

Explore the charming canals, half-timbered houses and Gothic cathedral of Strasbourg

Discover Mannheims baroque palace, unique city layout and vibrant cultural treasures

Stroll through Rdesheims illuminated Drosselgasse & enjoy riverside views at night

Witness Koblenzs Deutsches Eck, historic old town and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

Experience Amsterdams scenic canals, colorful riverside houses and charming streets

Marvel at Colognes iconic Gothic cathedral, lively Old Town and scenic riverside

Itinerary

Set off on an unforgettable Rhine river cruise, where every bend reveals historic towns and iconic European landmarks across Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands. Start your journey in Basel, where you board the luxurious vessel and settle into your cabin before the cruise sails towards Strasbourg. From there, witness the charming canals, half-timbered houses and Gothic cathedral of Strasbourg and the neighboring German town of Kehl. Then the ship glides to Mannheim and Ludwigshafen, offering a half-day to explore Mannheim’s baroque palace and cultural treasures. From there, sail to Rüdesheim and enjoy the illuminated Drosselgasse at night, with optional onboard excursions like Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Cabinet. Cruise past the legendary Lorelei Rock to Koblenz, visiting Deutsches Eck and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, before continuing to Cologne, where the iconic Gothic cathedral awaits. From Cologne, the ship sails to Amsterdam and Zaandam, offering picturesque canals, colorful riverside houses and vibrant city life, then onward to Nijmegen. Conclude your journey with memories of a truly immersive Rhine experience, blending culture, history and stunning riverside.

day 1Basel Arrival & Embarkation – Strasburg

Upon arrival at Basel international airport, you will be transferred to the cruise port. Today you will embark the vessel and get settled into your cabin. Embarkation begins at 03:00 hrs and the Cruise set sail at 17:15 hrs for Strasburg. This evening, enjoy your welcome dinner with live music in the lounge. You may pre-book our shore excursion package to experience Basel on a walking tour.
Overnight on board
Note: Guests who have pre-booked the Optional shore excursion Package should arrive in Basel well in advance, as the Basel Walking Tour starts at 02:00 PM from Basel Bad Railway Station. Guests arriving after the tour departure may miss the excursion.
Optional: Walking City tour of Basel: Price is Part of Excursion package
On this basel city tour, you will see the highlights of the city. After Zurich and Geneva, Basel is the third largest city in Switzerland with about 170,000 inhabitants. Basel is composed of two districts, Kleinbasel and Großbasel. The center is the old town of Großbasel. The bus passes the medieval Spalentor, the most famous of the medieval city gates. Then the tour passes the synagogue and St. Paul's Church to the early intellectual center, as Basel has the oldest university in Switzerland. From the Art Museum, you will take a short walk to the Minster. Here you will learn interesting facts about one of Basel's landmarks, such as its exterior and interior architecture. In the church made of red sandstone is the tomb of Erasmus of Rotterdam. From the \"Pfalz-Terrasse\" behind the cathedral, a wonderful view over Basel and the Rhine reveals itself at the end of the city tour.

day 2Strasburg & Kehl – Mannheim

day 3Mannheim - Ludwigshafen – Rudesheim

day 4Rudesheim – Koblenz - Cologne

day 5Cologne - Amsterdam

day 6Amsterdam (coenhaven – Zaandam) - Nijmegen

day 7Nijmegen - Cologne

day 8Cologne (disembarkation) –

What's Included

Accommodation

07 nights accommodation on Standard Main Deck, based on double/twin sharing basis at listed superior vessel

Meals

Full board meal plan while on board cruiseCoffee/tea after lunch and dinner

Guide

Services of an experienced and Bilingual English/German cruise director

Others

Welcome and farewell reception with the captainComplimentary Limited Time OfferShore excursion package:City Tour/Walk BaselCity Tour/Walk StrasbourgKoblenz city tour including cable car rideHighlights of Amsterdam with Canal TourAll-InclusiveDrink Package: From 9:00 until Midnight (Open Bar)House wine (white, ros and red)Sparkling wineDraft and bottled beer, non-alcoholic beerCocktails and Long drinksMineral Water, soft drinks, juicesBottled water for your cabin and excursionsSpecialty coffees (non-alcoholic)Hot chocolate and teaOn board entertainmentMidnight snacks depending on daily programLuggage handling during embarkation and disembarkation

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