Itinerary
- Day 1
Amsterdam
You'll arrive in Amsterdam and head to your luxury hotel to get settled. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace, wandering the historic canals, checking out the 17th-century buildings, and stopping by local cafés whenever you like.
Optional Activities
- Explore Amsterdam's narrow laneways and canals at leisure
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System 
- Day 2
Amsterdam
This morning you're on foot exploring Amsterdam's canal maze and bridges that make up the World Heritage centre. Your guide shares the city's history, modern lifestyle, and Dutch culture along the way. You'll sample local snacks like cheese and Poffertjes (mini pancakes) as you go. The afternoon is yours to continue exploring, maybe visiting one of the galleries or museums if something catches your interest.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Amsterdam canals and bridges
- Sample local cheese and Poffertjes (mini pancakes)
Optional Activities
- Visit famous galleries and museums in Amsterdam
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System World Heritage-listed Amsterdam Centre - Day 3
Amsterdam
Start with a one-hour cruise through Amsterdam's historic canals, passing Golden Age mansions, grand warehouses, and narrow bridges. After that you have leisure time to wander the city on your own. By afternoon you'll transfer to your Scenic Space-Ship for the next seven days on the water.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- One-hour cruise along Amsterdam's historic canals
Optional Activities
- Leisure time to explore Amsterdam
Landmarks Amsterdam Canal System - Day 4
Amsterdam
Spend your morning exploring the UNESCO-listed canal system with its well-preserved 16th-century buildings, charming bridges, and narrow cobbled streets. You can choose one of four options: a canal cruise, a guided walking tour with herring tasting, a digital art experience at Fabrique des Lumières, or an e-bike tour through the Dutch countryside.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Time to explore Amsterdam's architectural beauty, galleries and museums
Optional Activities
- Canal cruise - one-hour cruise along Amsterdam's historic canals with views of Golden Age mansions and warehouses
- Walking tour of Amsterdam - guided exploration of canals and bridges with guide covering history, lifestyle and culture, including herring tasting
- Fabrique des Lumières - digital art installation featuring works from renowned artists projected onto 17-metre high walls with music
- Dutch Countryside e-bike tour - small ferry to outskirts followed by guided biking tour learning about everyday Dutch life
Landmarks Fabrique des Lumières Amsterdam Canal System - Day 5
Amsterdam to Cologne
You arrive in Cologne early afternoon. The guided walking tour takes you through the Old Town to see historic buildings, beautiful squares, and the World Heritage Cologne Cathedral. Since you're not leaving until late, you'll have time to explore on your own and check out the local nightlife.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Cologne Old Town
- Visit Cologne Cathedral (World Heritage-listed)
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Cologne and sample local nightlife
Landmarks Cologne Cathedral Cologne Old Town - Day 6
Koblenz
You'll arrive in Koblenz, a Roman city over 2,000 years old where the Rhine and Moselle rivers meet. Choose from three options this morning: a walking tour of the old town, a trip to medieval Limburg, or a visit to Cochem and the Moselle Valley. In the afternoon, relax on the ship as you cruise through the Rhine Gorge with its 40 hilltop castles spanning 1,000 years.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Afternoon cruise through Rhine Gorge
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Koblenz - explore old town's winding streets, townhouses, squares and churches, visiting Florinsmarkt
- Medieval Limburg excursion - coach to the charming medieval town with half-timbered houses, cathedral and Old Bridge
- Cochem & Moselle Valley excursion - coach through Moselle Valley to Cochem for walking tour and Reichsburg Castle visit
Landmarks Rhine Gorge Lorelei Statue Florinsmarkt Limburg Cathedral Alten Lahnbrücke Reichsburg Castle - Day 7
Mannheim to Rastatt
You're in Mannheim this morning, known for its 18th-century grid layout and grand Baroque squares, fountains, and palace. Pick from three options: an orientation tour of Heidelberg, a historical tour with Heidelberg Castle, or a vineyard excursion to Bad Dürkheim. You'll cruise to Rastatt by evening, and an optional private concert is available at the magnificent Baroque Palace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Orientation tour of Heidelberg - brief walking tour of Old Town with free time
- Historical tour of Heidelberg - guided tour of the city with visit to Heidelberg Castle and views from the balcony and Heidelberg Tun (world's largest wine barrel)
- Excursion to Bad Dürkheim - visit to Fitz Ritter vineyard for tour and wine tasting
- Private concert at Baroque Palace of Rastatt - explore opulent palace and gardens, evening performance from accomplished musicians and soloist
Landmarks Mannheim Palace Heidelberg Old Town Heidelberg Castle Heidelberg Tun Fitz Ritter Vineyard Baroque Palace of Rastatt - Day 8
Rastatt to Baden-Baden
You wake up in Rastatt, a Baroque town with green spaces and two iconic palaces near Baden-Baden. This spa town on the Black Forest edge was a 19th-century favourite for European elite. You can choose a walking tour of Baden-Baden, a spa visit at Caracalla Spa, or a tour of Schloss Favorite, one of Germany's oldest porcelain palaces.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walking tour of Baden-Baden - see the elegant Kurhaus (built 1820s) with casino and luxury shopping, and explore remains of Roman baths
- Baden-Baden spa visit - relax and rejuvenate in the thermal baths of Caracalla Spa, naturally heated by thermal waters from 2,000 metres below the earth's surface
- Schloss Favorite - tour of this 18th-century hunting lodge and summer palace, oldest of Germany's porcelain palaces and the only one to survive intact
Landmarks Baden-Baden Kurhaus Roman Baths (Baden-Baden) Caracalla Spa Schloss Favorite - Day 9
Kehl - Strasbourg
The ship docks in Kehl, just across from Strasbourg in the Alsace region. You'll explore this blend of France and Germany with colorful half-timbered houses along canals. Choose from three options: a guided walking tour covering the cathedral and historic districts, a coach tour through the Alsace wine region with wine tasting, or an e-bike tour on Strasbourg's 500+ kilometres of bicycle trails.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of Strasbourg - see cathedral, Petit France and Grand Ile, learn about French and German architecture and culture
- Alsace wine region tour - coach through wine region to Obernai with free time, then wine tasting in Mittelbergheim cellar
- Cycle through Strasbourg - e-bike exploration of city's charming suburbs, historic buildings, parks and canals
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petit France Grand Ile - Day 10
Basel to Montreux
You depart Basel and travel across the Swiss Alps toward Montreux. Along the way there's a stop at Chaplin's World Museum to explore the home, studio, and park of Charlie Chaplin from his 25 years living here. You'll learn about his life, artistry, and impact on film while taking in views of the surrounding landscape.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Chaplin's World Museum - explore home, studio and park of Charlie Chaplin
Landmarks Chaplin's World Museum - Day 11
Montreux
This morning you can explore Montreux on your own or relax at your hotel. For lunch, you'll experience something distinctly Swiss: a scenic train ride to Château-d'Oex where you'll watch a traditional cheese-maker work their craft at Restaurant Le Chalet, followed by a fondue lunch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Fondue lunch with private cheese-making demonstration), Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic train ride to Château-d'Oex
- Private cheese-making demonstration at Restaurant Le Chalet
- Fondue lunch at Restaurant Le Chalet
Optional Activities
- Explore Montreux on your own
- Relax at hotel and enjoy amenities
Landmarks Château-d'Oex Restaurant Le Chalet - Day 12
Montreux to Bern via Gstaad
You leave Montreux and head up into the Swiss Alps to Gstaad, a premier ski resort village. After a brief orientation tour and lunch at your own pace, you'll continue to Bern, Switzerland's capital. Your guide takes you through this World Heritage medieval city on the River Aare, showing you the fountains, sandstone buildings, narrow streets, and Bear Park which has been home to bears since 1857.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Orientation tour of Gstaad
- Guided tour of Bern
- Visit Bear Park
Optional Activities
- Relax and lunch at own pace in Gstaad
Landmarks Gstaad Bear Park Bern Old Town River Aare - Day 13
Bern to Lucerne to Zurich
You depart for Lucerne this morning with snow-topped mountains as your backdrop. The guided tour covers the well-preserved medieval Altstadt, waterfront promenades, and colorful buildings. Later you'll travel by coach to Zurich for a walking tour. You'll explore this flat, pedestrian-friendly city with its historic bridges, strolling along the Bahnhofstrasse lined with luxury boutiques and international stores.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lucerne
- Walking tour of Zurich
- Explore Bahnhofstrasse shopping street
Landmarks Lucerne Altstadt Bahnhofstrasse - Day 14
Departure
After breakfast you'll depart for your next destination, taking your memories of beautiful Switzerland with you.
- Meals
- Breakfast
