Christmastime On The Romantic Rhine With 3 Nights In Lake Como, 1 Night In Lucerne With Swiss Alps (Northbound)

LAKE COMO, ITALY Welcome to Italy! The remainder of the day is free to start exploring Lake Como and its surroundings at your own pace.

LAKE COMO Historic Center and Gothic StyleCLASSIC Step into the storybook streets of Como on a guided walk through its historic heart. Then wander lakeside gardens and craft your own masterpiece at Museo Voltiano. Embark on a Boat Ride on Lake Como which includes a stop in beautiful Bellagio.(B)

LAKE COMO Breathtaking ViewsEnjoy the day at leisure to relax, recharge, or explore the lakeshores. There is no shortage of ways to enjoy your free time in Lake Como! Choose a boat trip on the lake, a relaxing walk on the riverbanks or some shopping. And be sure to taste the authentic Italian specialties in a local restaurant!(B)

LAKE COMO–LUCERNE, SWITZERLAND A Historic Bridge and Heart of a LionTravel to Lucerne. CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided Walking Tour to explore beautiful Lucerne which includes Thorvaldsen’s poignant Lion Monument and the famous Chapel Bridge.(B)

LUCERNE–SWISS ALPS–BASEL (EMBARKATION) Your Suite Ship® is Ready for BoardingCLASSIC En route to Basel, enjoy a special Highlight Excursion to Mount Pilatus for spectacular views over central Switzerland (in case of bad weather, visit the Swiss Transport Museum instead).Continue to Basel to board your Suite Ship®.EVENING CRUISE TO BREISACH (B,D)

BREISACH, GERMANY. EXCURSION TO BLACK FOREST German Winemaking and the Beautiful Black ForestCLASSIC Join a Guided Tour through storybook Colmar, along the charming canals of the “Little Venice” of France and past countless historic buildings and monuments, OR:CLASSIC Join a Guided Tour to the magical Black Forest to experience local traditions and the vibrant Christmas mood.In the afternoon you may choose to join a Guided Optional Excursion to explore Freiburg’s medieval city center, or spend your free time to enjoy the Breisach’s Christmas MarketsEVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO KEHL (B,L,D)

KEHL. EXCURSION TO STRASBOURG, FRANCE Joyeux Noël in Strasbourg CLASSIC Come along for City Sightseeing, including the city’s gothic, stained-glass cathedral with its celebrated ancient murals and astronomical clock, as well as the magical La Petite France District.Savor the warmth and glow of Christmas tradition by spending your free time this afternoon wandering the French winter markets of Strasbourg. Take in the lights, music, and the pleasures of the season.EVENING/OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO LUDWIGSHAFEN(B,L,D)

LUDWIGSHAFEN. HEIDELBERG EXCURSION Winter Wonders Fit for a King DISCOVERY Take a Guided Tour that includes the magnificent Heidelberg Castle and the Great Vat—the world’s largest wine barrel. After the tour, visit the local German Christmas markets in Heidelberg, OR:CLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of Speyer, see its imperial Cathedral, one of the largest and most significant Romanesque edifices in Germany. After the tour, explore the sights and sounds, tantalizing treats, and seasonal handiwork of Speyer Christmas markets.This evening, enjoy the cheer of Christmas carols with live entertainment on board.EVENING CRUISE TO RÜDESHEIM(B,L,D)

RÜDESHEIM–RHINE GORGE Eat, Drink, and Be Merry in Wine CountryCLASSIC Take a Guided Tour of the incredible Mechanical Music Museum for a one-of-a-kind instrumental experience; enjoy a tasting of the authentic Rüdesheimer coffee. Don’t miss the tantalizing treats, and seasonal handiwork of sparkling winter wonderlands in the city. This afternoon, sail through the Rhine Gorge (a UNESCO World Heritage site). Take in the breathtaking views of ancient castles perched on cliffs 400 feet above the water and pass the legendary Rock of the Lorelei—where the mythological siren’s songs lured ill-fated sailors.DISCOVERY Enjoy a remarkable Christmas concert in a lovely baroque venue at Engers Castle, home to the Villa Musica Rhineland-Palatinate National Foundation, one of Germany’s largest music institutions.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO COLOGNE(B,L,D)

COLOGNE, GERMANY Prost! Celebrate in the Rhineland CLASSIC Learn all about the 5,000-year history and production process behind “Brown Gold”—chocolate—on this fun hands-on Guided Tour and Tasting at Cologne’s incredible Chocolate Museum, OR:CLASSIC Take a Guided City Walk of Cologne—with its soaring twin-steepled gothic cathedral. Spend free time enjoying the festive, warm glow of Cologne’s Christmas marketsDISCOVERY Enjoy an onboard workshop to learn about European Christmas decorations.DISCOVERY Enjoy a remarkable Christmas concert in a lovely baroque venue at Engers Castle, home to the Villa Musica Rhineland-Palatinate National Foundation, one of Germany’s largest music institutions.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO MAINZ(B,L,D)

MAINZ Printing Halls While sailing to Mainz, enjoy an onboard workshop to learn about European Christmas decorations.CLASSIC Enjoy a Guided City Walk, including a visit to the Gutenberg Museum to see the captivating history of printing. Spend free time browsing the exquisite Christmas Markets of Mainz. Stroll through the lovingly decorated and illuminated stalls to find the perfect ornaments and handmade pieces.OVERNIGHT CRUISE TO FRANKFURT(B,L,D)

FRANKFURT (DISEMBARKATION) Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)