Day 1: Basel
EMBARKATION-BASEL – EMBARKATION. Step aboard your ship in Basel and settle in for the start of your Rhine & Moselle Delights cruise. This evening, gather for your Welcome Dinner.
Day 2: Breisach
Colmar Walking Tour-BREISACH, GERMANY. After arriving in Breisach, you can choose from several different ways to explore the Alsace and Black Forest region. Step back in time with a tour of the charming, medieval village of Riquewihr, known for its preserved 16th-century streets and Dolder Gate. Opt to take an excursion to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral with a beautiful pire. For those wishing for a more active adventure, join a hike through the volcanic landscapes and vineyards of the Kaiserstuhl region; or bike through Breisach’s surrounding wine country.
Breisach-OR Kaiserstuhul hike -BREISACH, GERMANY. After arriving in Breisach, you can choose from several different ways to explore the Alsace and Black Forest region. Step back in time with a tour of the charming, medieval village of Riquewihr, known for its preserved 16th-century streets and Dolder Gate. Opt to take an excursion to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral with a beautiful pire. For those wishing for a more active adventure, join a hike through the volcanic landscapes and vineyards of the Kaiserstuhl region; or bike through Breisach’s surrounding wine country.Breisach- OR Breisach Wine Country Bike Tour -BREISACH, GERMANY. After arriving in Breisach, you can choose from several different ways to explore the Alsace and Black Forest region. Step back in time with a tour of the charming, medieval village of Riquewihr, known for its preserved 16th-century streets and Dolder Gate. Opt to take an excursion to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to Freiburg’s Münster, a Gothic cathedral with a beautiful pire. For those wishing for a more active adventure, join a hike through the volcanic landscapes and vineyards of the Kaiserstuhl region; or bike through Breisach’s surrounding wine country.
Day 3: Strasbourg
"The Gem of the Alsace" Tour-STRASBOURG, FRANCE. See Strasbourg’s blend of French and German influences on a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-designated Petite France district, with its timber-framed houses and charming canals. Or, explore the city on a guided bike tour that includes Parc de l’Orangerie.
Strasbourg-OR Strasbourg Bike Tour-STRASBOURG, FRANCE. See Strasbourg’s blend of French and German influences on a guided walking tour through the UNESCO-designated Petite France district, with its timber-framed houses and charming canals. Or, explore the city on a guided bike tour that includes Parc de l’Orangerie.
Day 4: Ludwigshafen
"Romantic Heidelberg" Excursion-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Spend the morning exploring the region around Ludwigshafen. Visit Heidelberg for views of its castle and medieval streets, tour the opulent Mannheim Baroque Palace, or stroll the extensive gardens of Schwetzingen Palace. For an active option, hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views of Heidelberg.
Ludwigshafen-OR Mannheim Baroque Palace-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Spend the morning exploring the region around Ludwigshafen. Visit Heidelberg for views of its castle and medieval streets, tour the opulent Mannheim Baroque Palace, or stroll the extensive gardens of Schwetzingen Palace. For an active option, hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views of Heidelberg.Ludwigshafen-OR Heidelberg Philosopher's Path Hike-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Spend the morning exploring the region around Ludwigshafen. Visit Heidelberg for views of its castle and medieval streets, tour the opulent Mannheim Baroque Palace, or stroll the extensive gardens of Schwetzingen Palace. For an active option, hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views of Heidelberg.
Day 5: Rudesheim
Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Spend the morning exploring the region around Ludwigshafen. Visit Heidelberg for views of its castle and medieval streets, tour the opulent Mannheim Baroque Palace, or stroll the extensive gardens of Schwetzingen Palace. For an active option, hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views of Heidelberg.
Rüdesheim-OR Rudesheimer Coffee-LUDWIGSHAFEN, GERMANY – RÜDESHEIM. Spend the morning exploring the region around Ludwigshafen. Visit Heidelberg for views of its castle and medieval streets, tour the opulent Mannheim Baroque Palace, or stroll the extensive gardens of Schwetzingen Palace. For an active option, hike the Philosopher’s Path for panoramic views of Heidelberg.
Day 6: Rudesheim
Rüdesheim Gondola Ride & Wine Tasting-RÜDESHEIM – RHINE GORGE. Continue your time in Rüdesheim with your choice of excursions: take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Monument followed by a Riesling tasting; hike through the town’s vineyards; or bike along the Rhine to Schloss Johannisberg.
Rüdesheim-OR Vineyard Fitness Hike -RÜDESHEIM – RHINE GORGE. Continue your time in Rüdesheim with your choice of excursions: take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Monument followed by a Riesling tasting; hike through the town’s vineyards; or bike along the Rhine to Schloss Johannisberg.Rüdesheim-OR Guided Bike Tour of the Rheingau -RÜDESHEIM – RHINE GORGE. Continue your time in Rüdesheim with your choice of excursions: take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Monument followed by a Riesling tasting; hike through the town’s vineyards; or bike along the Rhine to Schloss Johannisberg.Rüdesheim-Scenic Cruising the Rhine Gorge Castles-RÜDESHEIM – RHINE GORGE. Continue your time in Rüdesheim with your choice of excursions: take a gondola ride to the Niederwalddenkmal Monument followed by a Riesling tasting; hike through the town’s vineyards; or bike along the Rhine to Schloss Johannisberg.
Day 7: Bernkastel
Bernkastel Walking Tour & Wine Tasting-BERNKASTEL. Arrive in Bernkastel, a charming small town in the middle of Moselle Valley’s wine-producing region. Here, you can join a guided walking tour through its colorful Old Town, followed by a tasting of local Moselle wines. Active travelers may choose a bike ride along the shores of the Moselle River or a hike up to the ruins of Landshut Castle.
Bernkastel- OR Landshut Castle Hike -BERNKASTEL. Arrive in Bernkastel, a charming small town in the middle of Moselle Valley’s wine-producing region. Here, you can join a guided walking tour through its colorful Old Town, followed by a tasting of local Moselle wines. Active travelers may choose a bike ride along the shores of the Moselle River or a hike up to the ruins of Landshut Castle.Bernkastel- OR Moselle bike tour -BERNKASTEL. Arrive in Bernkastel, a charming small town in the middle of Moselle Valley’s wine-producing region. Here, you can join a guided walking tour through its colorful Old Town, followed by a tasting of local Moselle wines. Active travelers may choose a bike ride along the shores of the Moselle River or a hike up to the ruins of Landshut Castle.
Day 8: Wasserbillig
Trier City Tou-WASSERBILIG. Explore the German town of Trier—known as the “Rome of the North”—on a guided tour featuring its Roman landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alternatively, join a guided hike up to Petrisberg Hill for sweeping views of the area.
Wasserbillig-OR Petrisberg Hill Hike-WASSERBILIG. Explore the German town of Trier—known as the “Rome of the North”—on a guided tour featuring its Roman landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alternatively, join a guided hike up to Petrisberg Hill for sweeping views of the area.Wasserbillig-Scenic Cruising the Moselle-WASSERBILIG. Explore the German town of Trier—known as the “Rome of the North”—on a guided tour featuring its Roman landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alternatively, join a guided hike up to Petrisberg Hill for sweeping views of the area.
Day 9: Cochem
Walking Tour and Castle Visit-COCHEM. Visit Reichsburg Castle and learn about its long history before joining a walking tour of Cochem’s narrow cobblestone streets. For a more active option, hike up to the castle or bike along the Moselle River.
Cochem-OR Reichsburg Castle hike-COCHEM. Visit Reichsburg Castle and learn about its long history before joining a walking tour of Cochem’s narrow cobblestone streets. For a more active option, hike up to the castle or bike along the Moselle River.Cochem- OR Cochem Bike Tour -COCHEM. Visit Reichsburg Castle and learn about its long history before joining a walking tour of Cochem’s narrow cobblestone streets. For a more active option, hike up to the castle or bike along the Moselle River.
Day 10: Cologne
Cologne Walking Tour & Kolsch-COLOGNE. Take a guided walking tour through Cologne’s Old Town, including landmarks such as the Cologne Rathaus, Fishmarkt, and Great St. Martin Church, ending with a tasting of Kölsch beer at a local tavern. Active guests can choose a guided bike tour along the Rhine and through the Stadtgarten.
Cologne-OR Cologne Guided Bike Tour-COLOGNE. Take a guided walking tour through Cologne’s Old Town, including landmarks such as the Cologne Rathaus, Fishmarkt, and Great St. Martin Church, ending with a tasting of Kölsch beer at a local tavern. Active guests can choose a guided bike tour along the Rhine and through the Stadtgarten.
Day 11: Amsterdam
Amsterdam Canal Cruise-AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS.. Spend the day in Amsterdam with a canal cruise followed by a visit to the Begijnhof, known for its medieval buildings. Or, take a culinary-focused walk past the city’s canals, gabled houses, and narrow bridges, tasting Dutch specialties along the way.
Amsterdam-OR A Taste of Holland -AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS.. Spend the day in Amsterdam with a canal cruise followed by a visit to the Begijnhof, known for its medieval buildings. Or, take a culinary-focused walk past the city’s canals, gabled houses, and narrow bridges, tasting Dutch specialties along the way.
Day 12: Amsterdam
DISEMBARKATION-AMSTERDAM – DISEMBARKATION. After breakfast, disembark and bid farewell to Amsterdam as you prepare for your flight home.
