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Jewels of the Rhine & Amsterdam 2027

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From Zurich to Amsterdam
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Zurich to Basel

    Zurich to Basel
    Landmarks
    Zurich Airport
    Basel (Huningue)
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  2. Day 2

    Breisach

    Breisach

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Freiburg with tasting at local market including Black Forest ham
    • Guided e-bike tour in Breisach with scenic route through Kaiserstuhl mountains and Burkheim stop for traditional Black Forest cake
    • Guided tour of Colmar (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    St. Stephen's Church
    Freiburg im Breisgau
    Rathausplatz
    Kaiserstuhl
    Burkheim
  3. Day 3

    Strasbourg to Germersheim

    Strasbourg to Germersheim

    Included Activities

    • Flavours of Alsace: Strasbourg walking tour with local tasting of regional specialties
    • Evening Concert at Bruchsal Palace (classical concert in a historic Baroque palace)

    Optional Activities

    • Baden-Baden Spa experience (extra expense) with rejuvenating thermal waters and wellness facilities
    Landmarks
    Strasbourg Cathedral
    La Petite France
    Neustadt District
    Bruchsal Palace
    Baden-Baden
  4. Day 4

    Mannheim to Rudesheim

    Mannheim to Rudesheim

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Heidelberg with Renaissance Heidelberg Castle and gardens

    Optional Activities

    • Active hike from Mount Königstuhl to Heidelberg via funicular and forest trail with castle tour and Old Town orientation
    • Rüdesheim walk with specialty coffee (extra expense) on mini train tour
    Landmarks
    Heidelberg Castle
    Mount Königstuhl
    Neckar Valley
    Heidelberg Old Town
  5. Day 5

    Koblenz

    Koblenz

    Included Activities

    • Orientation Walk of Koblenz with local guide passing historic architecture, Church of Our Lady, and German Corner

    Optional Activities

    • Moselle Valley & Cochem Castle visit (extra expense) including walking tour and guided visit to medieval Reichsburg Castle with Moselle Valley views
    Landmarks
    Lorelei Rock
    Rhine Gorge
    Church of Our Lady
    German Corner
    Cochem Castle (Reichsburg)
    Moselle Valley
  6. Day 6

    Cologne to Düsseldorf

    Cologne to Düsseldorf

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Cologne's Old Town with beautiful squares, historic monuments, and Cologne Cathedral
    • Walking tour of Düsseldorf through cultural landmarks and scenic streets including historic Altstadt and modern cityscape

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour in Cologne along Rhine River through northern suburbs and business areas
    • German Beer Experience (extra expense) guided tour through Düsseldorf's legendary brewhouses
    Landmarks
    Cologne Cathedral
    Cologne Old Town
    Rhine River
    Düsseldorf Altstadt
  7. Day 7

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam

    Included Activities

    • Excursion to Alkmaar with historic architecture, tranquil canals, and world-famous cheese market

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour to Waterland through outskirts of Amsterdam passing quintessential Dutch villages, traditional windmills, and colorful fields
    • Hidden Gems tour of Amsterdam (extra expense) exploring Jordaan area, chocolate shop, Our Lord in the Attic (17th-century house with preserved Catholic church), and local brewery for beer and snacks
    • Dutch Delights (extra expense) tour of Amsterdam highlights with tasting of delicious Dutch treats
    Landmarks
    Alkmaar
    Waterland
    Amsterdam Canals
    Jordaan
    Our Lord in the Attic
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  8. Day 8

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit to the Rijksmuseum with collection of over 8,000 artworks including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Rubens
    Landmarks
    Rijksmuseum
  9. Day 9

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Amsterdam introducing fascinating stories, spellbinding art, and remarkable architecture

    Optional Activities

    • Tastes of Amsterdam (Dutch delights) (extra expense) walking tour of city highlights with tastings including pickled herring, cheeses, and Poffertjes (bite-sized fluffy pancakes)
  10. Day 10

    Amsterdam

    Amsterdam
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Amsterdam

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