Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and get picked up at the airport for a transfer to your Emerald Cruises Star-Ship. Once onboard, the captain and crew will greet you and help you settle in for the journey ahead.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome Reception & Dinner)
- Day 2
Rotterdam - Dordrecht
Rotterdam's modern skyline reflects its post-WWII rebuilding, and you can see the historic Witte Huis standing among the contemporary structures. From there, the ship sails to Dordrecht where you'll walk into town with your Activity Manager to get oriented.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Rotterdam
- Walk to town with Activity Manager in Dordrecht
Landmarks Witte Huis 
- Day 3
Nijmegen
Nijmegen, dating back to Roman times, offers several ways to explore. You can join a walking tour through the center, bike along the Waal river if you prefer, or visit Palais Het Loo as an optional add-on depending on your interests.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nijmegen Walking tour
- Guided bike tour in Nijmegen
Optional Activities
- Visit to Palais Het Loo (extra expense)
- Day 4
Bonn
Bonn's history includes its time as West Germany's capital and its connection to Beethoven. Choose between a walking tour covering the Bonn Minster's Romanesque and Gothic styles, the Altes Rathaus, and Beethoven House, or a guided bike tour for a different angle. The afternoon allows time to relax on deck while sailing.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Bonn
- Guided bike tour in Bonn
Landmarks Bonn Minster Altes Rathaus Beethoven House - Day 5
Bernkastel
Start by walking through Bernkastel's medieval streets and checking out the well-preserved buildings that go back centuries. The riverside town has a lot of character, so you'll want to take your time exploring the old architecture. In the afternoon, you have options depending on what you're in the mood for. You could spend time wandering the Moselle vineyards and trying some of the region's Riesling wine, which is what this area is known for. Or if you prefer something more active, there's a hike up to the Landshut Castle Ruins that gives you panoramic views over the river and surrounding landscape. Either way, you'll get a good sense of the region's history and natural beauty.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Moselle vineyard hike & wine tasting
- Active hike to Landshut Castle Ruins
Landmarks Landshut Castle Ruins Moselle River - Day 6
Cochem
Cochem's guided tour covers the town wall, old fortifications, town hall, and Reichsburg Castle towering above. Alternatively, you might bike along the Moselle's scenic banks or spend time in a traditional German beer garden soaking in the local atmosphere.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cochem & Visit to Reichsburg Castle
- Cycling along the Moselle
Optional Activities
- German Beer Garden Experience (extra expense)
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle 
- Day 7
Sankt Goar - Rüdesheim
The hike to Rheinfels Castle ruins in Sankt Goar offers great views before you sail to Rüdesheim. There, visit the Schloss Johannisberg winery with its thousand-year history and 900-year-old abbey cellar, hike to the Niederwalddenkmal Monument, or try an optional specialty coffee experience.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Morning hike with Activity Manager in Sankt Goar
- Wine Visit and tasting at Schloss Johannisberg
- Active Hike to Niederwalddenkmal Monument
Optional Activities
- Rüdesheim with specialty coffee (extra expense)
Landmarks Rheinfels Castle Schloss Johannisberg Niederwalddenkmal Monument - Day 8
Mainz
Mainz's guided tour highlights the impressive sandstone cathedral, medieval market squares, and half-timbered Old Town buildings. You'll learn about Johannes Gutenberg and see his famous Gutenberg Bible, with the option to visit Eberbach Abbey afterward for wine tasting.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided Tour of Mainz
Optional Activities
- Visit to Eberbach Abbey & wine tasting (extra expense)
Landmarks Mainz Cathedral - Day 9
Strasbourg
Strasbourg's canal cruise through Petite France takes you past storybook canals, narrow lanes, and covered bridges before reaching the Vauban Dam and the UNESCO-listed Neustadt quarter. The afternoon is yours to wander freely, and there's an optional Alsatian Wine Route tour if you're interested.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Canal cruise Strasbourg
Optional Activities
- Alsatian Wine Route (extra expense)
Landmarks Petite France Vauban Dam Neustadt 
- Day 10
Colmar
Colmar's cobblestone streets feature colorful window boxes that feel like stepping into a fairy tale. You can take a guided tour of the town or canoe along the Rhine banks for a completely different way to see the area and its surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Colmar
- Canoeing on the banks of the Rhine
- Day 11
Basel
After breakfast, you'll say goodbye to your travel companions and leave the Star-Ship for transfer to the airport. Memories of the Moselle vineyards and Rhine castles from the past week stay with you as you head home.
- Meals
- Breakfast
