Itinerary
- Day 1
Zurich to Basel
You'll arrive in Zurich and head to Basel where the ultra-luxury Scenic Space-Ship is waiting for you. Get settled into your suite and join the welcome reception this evening to meet other guests and raise a glass.
- Day 2
Basel to Breisach
Start with breakfast in Crystal Dining, then the ship arrives in Breisach this afternoon. You can choose between a guided tour of Colmar's Christmas Markets or head to Freiburg to see the markets and the 13th Century Cathedral.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast in Crystal Dining)
Included Activities
- Breakfast in Crystal Dining
- Scenic Freechoice: Guided tour of Colmar with Christmas Markets (option 1)
- Scenic Freechoice: Guided tour of Freiburg Christmas Markets with 13th Century Freiburg Cathedral (option 2)
Landmarks/POIs Colmar Freiburg Cathedral Black Forest - Day 3
Kehl to Strasbourg
You'll wake in Kehl and join a local guide for a walking tour of Strasbourg, which sits right on the France-Germany border. After exploring the medieval town's architecture, you'll have free time to check out some of Europe's largest Christmas markets.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Strasbourg with local guide
Optional Activities
- Explore Strasbourg Christmas Markets (free time)
Landmarks/POIs Strasbourg - Day 4
Mannheim to Heidelberg
The ship arrives in Mannheim early morning. You can pick between an orientation tour of Heidelberg's Old Town or a historical tour that includes Heidelberg Castle and the world's largest wine barrel. Later, there's an optional private classical concert at Bruchsal Palace.
Included Activities
- Scenic Freechoice: Orientation tour of Heidelberg (option 1)
- Scenic Freechoice: Historical tour of Heidelberg including Heidelberg Castle visit (option 2)
- Scenic Enrich: Private classical concert at Bruchsal Palace
Landmarks/POIs Heidelberg Castle Bruchsal Palace Heidelberg Old Town - Day 5
Rüdesheim
You'll reach Rüdesheim, a town surrounded by steep vineyards. Take a mini-train to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum where over 350 instruments from the 18th and 19th centuries play themselves. Spend free time exploring town before heading back to the ship.
Included Activities
- Mini-train transfer from pier to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum
- Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum (350+ historical instruments)
Optional Activities
- Explore Rüdesheim town (free time)
Landmarks/POIs Siegfried's Mechanical Musical Instrument Museum Rüdesheim - Day 6
Rhine Gorge to Cologne
The ship cruises through the Rhine Gorge at dawn, passing vineyards and ancient castles. By morning you're in Cologne for a walking tour of Cologne Cathedral and the Christmas Markets. After dinner the ship departs, so you'll have plenty of time to soak in the festive atmosphere.
- Meals
- Dinner
Included Activities
- Rhine Gorge scenic cruise
- Walking tour of Cologne with visit to Cologne Cathedral
- Explore Cologne Christmas Markets
Landmarks/POIs Rhine Gorge Cologne Cathedral - Day 7
Düsseldorf
You'll arrive early in Düsseldorf and experience the city's festive Christmas atmosphere with markets, festive music, and mulled wine. A local guide leads you through the Old Town and along Konigsallee to discover seasonal traditions, then you have free time to explore the markets.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Düsseldorf with local guide
Optional Activities
- Explore Düsseldorf Christmas Markets (free time)
Landmarks/POIs Düsseldorf Old Town Konigsallee - Day 8
Amsterdam Departure
After breakfast, you'll transfer from Amsterdam to the airport for your onward or homebound flight.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Hearty breakfast)
Included Activities
- Breakfast
