Itinerary
- Day 1
Zurich
Landmarks Lake Zurich 
- Day 2
Zurich - Lucerne
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Zurich featuring Bahnhofstrasse, Romanesque Cathedral, oldest quarters, Frauenkirche, and lakeside park
- Guided city tour of Lucerne including medieval Altstadt, Chapel Bridge, Water Tower, and historic old town
Landmarks Bahnhofstrasse Zurich Cathedral Frauenkirche Chapel Bridge Water Tower Lake Lucerne 
- Day 3
Lucerne
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Switzerland - culinary adventure featuring artisanal cheeses and Swiss chocolates (1.5 hours, Easy, extra expense)
- Train & cable car ride to Rigi–Weggis - visit Mount Rigi with transfer to foot of mountain, train to summit with panoramic views, and cable car descent (4-6 hours, Easy, extra expense)
Landmarks Mount Rigi - Day 4
Lucerne to Basel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Coach journey through picturesque landscapes to Basel
- Board Emerald Star-Ship
- Welcome dinner on board
Landmarks Basel - Day 5
Breisach
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Colmar featuring cobblestone lanes and half-timbered façades with colorful window boxes
Optional Activities
- Canoeing on the Rhine - paddle upstream to Steinenstadt on the quiet waters of the Upper Rhine with views of local plant and animal life
Landmarks St Stephen's Cathedral Colmar Rhine River - Day 6
Strasbourg
Included Activities
- Hidden treasures of Strasbourg - walking tour through Petite France featuring storybook canals, half-timbered houses, covered bridges, Vauban Dam, and World Heritage-listed Neustadt quarter, followed by free time to explore
Optional Activities
- Alsatian Wine Route - immersive excursion through the Alsatian region with regional wine tasting and education on winemaking traditions (3 hours, Easy, extra expense)
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petite France Vauban Dam Neustadt Quarter - Day 7
Mainz - Rudesheim
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Mainz featuring sandstone cathedral, Old Town with medieval market squares, half-timbered houses, and information about Johannes Gutenberg
Optional Activities
- Visit to Eberbach Abbey & wine tasting - explore the 1136-founded medieval monastery with largest medieval vineyard in Germany and local Riesling wine tasting (3 hours, Easy, extra expense). Note: Occurs simultaneously with included excursion.
- Rüdesheim with specialty coffee - mini train ride and specialty coffee tasting experience (2 hours, Easy, extra expense)
Landmarks Mainz Cathedral Eberbach Abbey Rhine River - Day 8
Rüdesheim
Optional Activities
- Active hike to Niederwalddenkmal Monument - hike through verdant vineyards to the stunning late-1800s monument in the Niederwald near Rüdesheim, overlooking the Rhine Valley and commemorating Germany's Unification
- Afternoon hike with Activity Manager in Sankt Goar - guided refreshing walk through the picturesque town and surrounding areas of the Rhine Valley
- Wine visit and tasting at Schloss Johannisberg - exclusive tour of the legendary Rheingau winery with over 1,000 years of wine cultivation, learning about unique wine culture and history on 50 hectares overlooking the Taunus mountains
Landmarks Lorelei Rock Rheinfels Castle Niederwalddenkmal Monument Schloss Johannisberg - Day 9
Bernkastel
Optional Activities
- Moselle vineyard hike & wine tasting - scenic hike through lush Moselle Valley vineyards led by local expert guide, learning about wine history and techniques, with wine sampling overlooking the river and vineyards
- Active hike to Landshut Castle ruins - hike to 13th-century ruins perched high on a hill overlooking Bernkastel and the Moselle River via step path through forest with local guide sharing castle history
Landmarks Moselle River Landshut Castle - Day 10
Cochem - Koblenz
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cochem exploring well-preserved sites including historic town wall, old fortifications, town hall, and distinctive gems
Optional Activities
- Cycling along the Moselle - guided e-bike tour from the ship along flat path beside Moselle River through beautiful surroundings, vineyards, and picturesque villages
- German Beer Garden Experience - visit authentic beer garden in Koblenz with local brews like Königsbacher and Bitburger served in traditional German style (2 hours, Moderate, extra expense)
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle Moselle River - Day 11
Koblenz - Bonn
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bonn featuring iconic landmarks including Beethoven House (birthplace of the legendary composer), Poppelsdorf Palace, and Bonn Minster with Romanesque architecture and Gothic elements
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour in Bonn - explore the bike-friendly city with over 300 kilometres of cycling trails, soaking in authentic atmosphere and mixing with locals
Landmarks Beethoven House Poppelsdorf Palace Bonn Minster Rhine River - Day 12
Nijmegen
Included Activities
- Nijmegen Walking tour through town centre exploring architectural wonders, rich history, charming streets, Roman relics, medieval architecture, Valkhof Park, and St. Stephen's Church
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour in Nijmegen - cycling tour along the River Waal with education on Roman times, Charlemagne's rule, and Nijmegen's WWII role
- Shanty choir - traditional Dutch Shanty choir performance on board celebrating the country's maritime heritage
Landmarks Valkhof Park St. Stephen's Church River Waal - Day 13
Dordrecht - Rotterdam
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Rotterdam showcasing cutting-edge architecture and rich maritime history including Cube Houses and Erasmus Bridge
Optional Activities
- Walk to town with Activity Manager in Dordrecht - leisurely walk through charming streets with colorful façades along narrow streets and squares, featuring Grote Kerk church and 14th-century Groothoofdspoort gate
Landmarks Cube Houses Erasmus Bridge Grote Kerk Groothoofdspoort - Day 14
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Amsterdam 
