Itinerary
- Day 1
Embarkation
You'll board the ship and get settled into your luxury stateroom for the Rhine and Moselle cruise. Dinner is served this evening as the vessel prepares to depart.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Board ship and check into stateroom
- Day 2
Amsterdam
This morning brings a scenic canal cruise through Amsterdam's waterways, where you'll see the city's famous canals from the water. By afternoon, the ship sets sail out of Amsterdam to begin the river portion of your journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Canal cruise in Amsterdam
Landmarks Amsterdam Canals 
- Day 3
Cologne
You have choices in Cologne. Take a guided walking tour through the Old Town to see the Rathaus and Great St. Martin Church, then stop at a local tavern to try the city's famous Kölsch beer. If you prefer something more active, there's a guided bike ride along the Rhine and through the historic Stadtgarten instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cologne Old Town including Cologne Rathaus, Fishmarkt, and Great St. Martin Church
- Visit to local tavern for Kölsch beer tasting
Optional Activities
- Guided bike ride along the Rhine and through historic Stadtgarten
Landmarks Cologne Rathaus Fishmarkt (Fischmarkt) Great St. Martin Church (Groß Sankt Martin) Stadtgarten 
- Day 4
Koblenz
Several options available here. Tour Lahneck Castle, a 13th-century medieval fortress with plenty of history, or take the aerial cable car from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress over the Rhine to Koblenz. For those who want exercise, you can do a Two Rivers Bike Tour along both the Rhine and Moselle, or hike around Lahnstein to Burg Lahneck Castle.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lahneck Castle
Optional Activities
- Aerial cable car ride from Ehrenbreitstein Fortress to Koblenz
- Two Rivers Bike Tour along Rhine and Moselle
- Hike around Lahnstein to Burg Lahneck Castle
Landmarks Lahneck Castle (Burg Lahneck) Ehrenbreitstein Fortress Koblenz - Day 5
Cochem
The ship cruises through the Moselle River valley to reach Cochem, a town known for its half-timbered houses and Reichsburg Castle perched above. You'll have a guided tour through the castle and time to explore the Old Town. Active travelers can choose between a guided hike to the castle or a bike tour through the town instead.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Reichsburg Castle
- Walking tour of Cochem Old Town
Optional Activities
- Guided hike to Reichsburg Castle
- Bike tour through Cochem
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle Moselle River 
- Day 6
Trier
Trier, Germany's oldest city, offers multiple ways to spend your day. Take a city tour or dive deeper with a focused tour on the Porta Nigra Gate and Roman history. The town has nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites to see. Alternatively, bike through the historic center and along the Moselle, or hike above the city to Petrisberg.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- City tour of Trier exploring Roman sites and UNESCO World Heritage locations
Optional Activities
- Specialized tour of Porta Nigra Gate and Roman history
- Bike tour through historic city center and along Moselle River
- Hike above Trier to Petrisberg
Landmarks Porta Nigra Petrisberg 
- Day 7
Bernkastel
A guided tour walks you through Bernkastel's colorful Old Town center with its medieval and Renaissance buildings, then visits a winery for tasting. Cycling enthusiasts can join a bike tour instead, or hikers can trek up to the ruins of the 9th-century Landshut Castle for a different perspective.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bernkastel Old Town
- Winery visit and wine tasting
Optional Activities
- Bike tour through Bernkastel
- Hike to Landshut Castle ruins
Landmarks Landshut Castle 
- Day 8
Rüdesheim
The ship cruises through the UNESCO-designated Rhine Gorge to reach Rüdesheim. Take a gondola ride high above the vineyards to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue followed by wine tasting, or hike through the vineyards yourself. A guided bike tour through the Rheingau wine region is another option. Later, check out Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet or try the famous Rüdesheimer coffee made with brandy, coffee, and whipped cream.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gondola ride to Niederwalddenkmal Statue
- Wine tasting
Optional Activities
- Hike through town vineyards
- Guided bike tour through Rheingau wine region
- Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet
- Rüdesheimer coffee experience
Landmarks Rhine Gorge (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Niederwalddenkmal Statue Siegfried's Mechanical Instrument Cabinet 
- Day 9
Excursion Options from Ship
Today you can choose based on what interests you most. Visit the well-preserved medieval city of Heidelberg in the Neckar River Valley, explore Schwetzingen Baroque Palace with its extensive exhibits, hike the historic Philosopher's Path along the Neckar River, or bike to the charming half-timbered town of Ladenburg.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit to Heidelberg medieval city
- Excursion to Schwetzingen Baroque Palace with tour of over 800 exhibits
- Hike along Philosopher's Path on Neckar River
- Bike to Ladenburg with half-timbered architecture
Landmarks Heidelberg Schwetzingen Palace Philosopher's Path Ladenburg - Day 10
Strasbourg
Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, blends French and German influences. Walk through the La Petite France district with its charming streets and see the Cathédrale de Notre Dame with its famous astronomical clock. Active travelers can join a guided bike ride through the city and Parc de l'Orangerie.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of La Petite France district
- Visit to Cathédrale de Notre Dame and astronomical clock
Optional Activities
- Guided bike ride through city and Parc de l'Orangerie
Landmarks La Petite France Cathédrale de Notre-Dame de Strasbourg Parc de l'Orangerie - Day 11
Breisach
From Breisach, multiple excursions are available. Walk through the 16th-century Alsatian town of Riquewihr to see its historic architecture including the Dolder Gate. Or cycle through the countryside, hike through the Kaiserstuhl volcanic region known for its unique landscapes and vineyards, or visit Freiburg to see its famous Gothic cathedral, the Freiburg Münster.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Riquewihr including historic architecture and Dolder Gate
Optional Activities
- Cycling through countryside
- Hike through Kaiserstuhl volcanic region
- Visit to Freiburg and Freiburg Münster cathedral
Landmarks Riquewihr Dolder Gate Kaiserstuhl Freiburg Freiburg Münster - Day 12
Disembarkation
You'll disembark the ship and say goodbye to Switzerland as you prepare for your return flight home. Grab breakfast before heading to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Disembark ship
