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Berlin & The Majestic Rhine 2027 - 11 Days (26 destinations)

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From Berlin to Basel
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  • The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin during twilight.
  • Expanded Rhine and Moselle cruise map including Berlin arrival and Swiss extension.
  • Skyline of a city with a prominent TV tower and sunset colors.
  • Skyline of Frankfurt with modern skyscrapers under a cloudy sky.
  • Aerial view of Mainz Cathedral and the historical town center.
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  • Deutsches Eck in Koblenz at the confluence of two rivers.
  • Vineyards overlooking a river with small towns in the background.
  • Picturesque view of Strasbourg's historic district with half-timbered houses.
  • View of Breisach with a cathedral overlooking the town and river.
  • Map showing a travel route through cities in Germany and Switzerland.
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Berlin

    Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast
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  2. Day 2

    Berlin

    Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Berlin including Berlin Cathedral and Berlin Wall

    Optional Activities

    • Tastes of Berlin food tasting tour (extra expense) - 1.5 hours
    Landmarks
    Berlin Cathedral
    Berlin Wall
  3. Day 3

    Berlin

    Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Potsdam including Neues Palais (extra expense) - 5 hours
    Landmarks
    Museum Island
    Kurfürstendamm
    Neues Palais
  4. Day 4

    Berlin to Mainz

    Berlin to Mainz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)
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  5. Day 5

    Rüdesheim

    Rüdesheim

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum
    • Ride the local mini train to Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum

    Optional Activities

    • Rüdesheim walk with specialty coffee tasting (extra expense, 2 hours, Easy activity level)
    Landmarks
    Siegfried's Mechanical Music Cabinet Museum
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 6

    Koblenz

    Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Koblenz including Church of Our Lady, German Corner, and Ehrenbreitstein Fortress

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour in Koblenz (EmeraldACTIVE)
    • Eltz Castle visit (extra expense) - 3.5 hours
    • German Beer Garden Experience (extra expense) - 2 hours
    Landmarks
    Church of Our Lady
    German Corner
    Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
    Burg Eltz
    Lorelei Rock
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 7

    Mannheim

    Mannheim
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Heidelberg starting at Heidelberg Castle grounds

    Optional Activities

    • Hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg (EmeraldACTIVE)
    • Vineyards hike and wine tasting in Bad Dürkheim (extra expense) - 3 hours
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Mount Königstuhl
    Neckar Valley
    Fritz Ritter Winery
  8. Day 8

    Rastatt - Baden-Baden

    Rastatt - Baden-Baden

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Baden-Baden
    • Guided hike to Altes Schloss

    Optional Activities

    • Evening Concert at Bruchsal Palace (EmeraldPLUS)
    • Entrance to the Baden-Baden Casino (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
    • Baden-Baden Spa experience (DiscoverMORE - extra expense, 3 hours)
    • Visit to Rastatt Palace & Gardens (DiscoverMORE - extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Rastatt Palace
    Baden-Baden
    Bruchsal Palace
    Altes Schloss
    Baden-Baden Casino
  9. Day 9

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Hidden Treasures of Strasbourg walking tour including Petite France, Vauban Dam, and Neustadt quarter
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    Petite France
    Vauban Dam
    Neustadt
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  10. Day 10

    Breisach

    Breisach
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Farewell Reception & Dinner)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Colmar

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour to Colmar (EmeraldACTIVE)
    • Guided tour of Freiburg with tasting (extra expense) - 5 hours
    Landmarks
    St Stephen's Cathedral
    Colmar
    Freiburg
    Rathausplatz
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  11. Day 11

    Basel to Zurich

    Basel to Zurich
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Transfer to Zurich airport
    Landmarks
    Zurich Airport

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Emerald Cruises Ship

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    Emerald Sky
    Offering unique river cruising experiences since 2014 on Danube and Rhine to the 182 passengers it can accommodate, Emerald Sky is the perf… Read more
    Capacity
    Built
    2014
    Guests
    180
    Crew
    51
    Length
    135 metres / 443 feet
    Width
    11 m / 36 ft
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    Gross Tonnage
    3544 gt
    Electricity
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    Cruising Speed
    13 kn / 24 kph / 15 mph
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