Itinerary
- Day 1
Geneva
You'll be transferred to your hotel in Geneva or the surrounding area. Once you check in, stop by the front desk to pick up information about your tour and what's coming up over the next few days.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Adonis Excellior Grand Geneve), Hotel (Nash Airport), Hotel (Intercity Geneva)
- Day 2
Lausanne - Gruyères - Fribourg
After breakfast, take a panoramic tour of Geneva that includes the Palace of Nations, the English Garden with its flower clock, and the Jet d'Eau fountain. You'll have time for lunch on your own, then head through vineyards and mountain scenery toward Lausanne to see the Olympic Park. Later you'll reach Gruyères for a chocolate factory visit and tasting at Cailler, ending the day in Fribourg's old town.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ibis Bulle - La Gruyere), Hotel (Bb Lully 3 Lakes)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Geneva
- Visit to Palace of Nations
- Visit to English Garden with flower clock
- View of Jet d'Eau fountain
- Visit to Olympic Park in Lausanne
- Visit to Cailler Chocolate Factory with tasting included
Landmarks Palace of Nations English Garden Jet d'Eau Olympic Park Cailler Chocolate Factory Gruyères 
- Day 3
Interlaken - Aare Gorge - Susten Pass - Lugano - Chiasso
Travel through Bern canton with a photo stop at either Schwarzenburg Castle or a lake overlook. You'll arrive in Interlaken between two lakes, then explore the Aare Gorge with included tickets. After lunch, head toward the Susten Pass where you'll see eternal snow and glaciers. You'll pass through the Gotthard Tunnel and stop in Gandria village before taking a boat across Lake Lugano to Chiasso, arriving in late afternoon.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Aare Gorge)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Movenpick Albergo Touring), Hotel (Cruise)
Included Activities
- Photo stop at scenic viewpoint or Schwarzenburg Castle
- Explore Aare Gorge
- Glacier viewing at Susten Pass
- Stop in Gandria village
- Boat ride to Lugano
Landmarks Schwarzenburg Castle Lake Thun Lake Brienz Interlaken Aare Gorge Susten Pass Gotthard Tunnel Gandria Lake Lugano Lugano 
- Day 4
Gotthard Pass - Altdorf - Lucerne
Start the day in Bellinzona to see its three UNESCO medieval castles and walk through the city center. Then cross into the German-speaking part of Switzerland over the Gotthard Pass with a photo stop. Visit Altdorf, the birthplace of William Tell, and have free time for lunch. Finish in Lucerne where you can see the Kapellbrücke, Lion Monument, cathedral, Jesuit Church, and explore the old town on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Ibis Zurich Messe Airport), Hotel (Harrys Home Schweiz), Hotel (Intercity Zurich Airport), Hotel (Movenpick Airport)
Included Activities
- Visit to Bellinzona and its three medieval castles
- Photo stop at Gotthard Pass viewpoint
- Visit to Altdorf
- Explore Lucerne landmarks including Kapellbrücke, Lion Monument, cathedral, and Jesuit Church
Landmarks Bellinzona Castles Gotthard Pass Altdorf Kapellbrücke Lion Monument Lucerne Cathedral Jesuit Church 
- Day 5
Basel - Cruise Embarkation
Depart Zurich for Basel, a vibrant city on the Rhine where Germany and France meet. Explore the old town and see the cathedral overlooking the Rhine. Head to the port to board MS Crucevita, with check-in starting at 4:00 p.m. (though you can leave luggage earlier). Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner, then settle in for your first night on the ship.
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome reception and dinner)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- Visit to Basel old town and Town Hall Square
- Visit to Basel Cathedral
- Cruise embarkation and welcome reception
Landmarks Basel Old Town Town Hall Square Basel Cathedral 
- Day 6
Strasbourg
This morning explore Basel as Switzerland's oldest university city. Check out the Market Square with its red sandstone Town Hall and the cathedral, which shows late Romanesque and Gothic architecture. By mid-afternoon, set sail toward Strasbourg and cruise through the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- Visit to Basel Market Square and Town Hall
- Visit to Basel Cathedral
Landmarks Basel Market Square Basel Town Hall Basel Cathedral 
- Day 7
Strasbourg
Explore Strasbourg, the capital of French Alsace and one of Europe's beautiful cities. Take a panoramic tour in the morning and walk through the historic center to see major landmarks. After lunch, you have free time or can visit Colmar, one of Alsace's well-known villages. The ship sails through the night to continue the journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Strasbourg
- Walking tour of Strasbourg historic center
Optional Activities
- Visit to Colmar village
Landmarks Strasbourg Historic Center Colmar 
- Day 8
Mainz
Wake up in Mannheim, a university city where the Rhine and Neckar Rivers meet. This is where the first automobile was created in the 1800s. Take a panoramic tour with free time afterward, or choose the optional visit to Heidelberg and its castle. By mid-afternoon, sail toward Mainz where you'll explore the city in the evening and stay overnight on the ship.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- Panoramic tour of Mannheim
Optional Activities
- Visit to Heidelberg and Heidelberg Castle
Landmarks Mannheim Heidelberg Castle 
- Day 9
Romantic Rhine - Koblenz - Cologne
Visit the charming village of Rüdesheim in the morning. After lunch, cruise through the Romantic Rhine, a 65-kilometer UNESCO section known for its scenery and history. Arrive in Koblenz at the Rhine and Moselle confluence for a guided tour, then have free time to explore before sailing through the night toward Cologne.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- Visit to Rüdesheim
- Cruise along the Romantic Rhine
- Guided tour of Koblenz
Landmarks Rüdesheim am Rhein Romantic Rhine Koblenz 
- Day 10
Cologne
Explore Cologne, one of Germany's significant cities. The cathedral is the seat of the Catholic Archdiocese, and the university is among Europe's oldest. During your visit, see the city's key landmarks and monuments. After lunch, resume sailing into Dutch waters.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- Explore Cologne landmarks and monuments
- Visit to Cologne Cathedral
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral 
- Day 11
Amsterdam
Arrive mid-morning in Amsterdam, known as the 'Venice of the North' for its bridges and canals. Take an arranged tour of the city, then have free time to wander the charming streets at your own pace. You'll stay overnight on the ship in Amsterdam.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Ms Crucevita)
Included Activities
- City tour of Amsterdam
Landmarks Amsterdam 
- Day 12
Disembarkation
Have breakfast and prepare for disembarkation at 9:00 a.m. You'll need to leave your cabin but can keep your luggage on board. Explore the common areas or the city before your departure.
- Meals
- Breakfast
