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Berlin & The Majestic Rhine 2027 - 11 Days (20 destinations)

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From Berlin to Basel
4.1
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  • Itinerary map showing a Rhine cruise with an extension to Berlin and several German and French cities.
  • Brandenburg Gate illuminated at dusk under a dramatic sky with empty cobblestone square in front.
  • Berlin Cathedral and stone bridge arching over the Spree River with a packed tour boat
  • Modern skyline of Frankfurt with glass towers beneath a sky of patchy clouds
  • Elegant baroque palace-like façade in Mainz with café tables in front
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River Cruise
Cruise scenic waterways for effortless exploration
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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
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Berlin

    Berlin
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  2. Day 2

    Berlin

    Berlin
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    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Guided city tour of Berlin - explore the Berlin Cathedral and iconic Berlin Wall

    Optional Activities

    • Tastes of Berlin - tasting tour sampling Berliner Pfannkuchen, currywurst, sauerkraut, and German beer (1.5 hours, Easy activity level)
    Landmarks
    Berlin Cathedral
    Berlin Wall
  3. Day 3

    Berlin

    Berlin
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Optional Activities

    • Guided tour of Potsdam - visit the magnificent Neues Palais with grand halls, lavish interiors, and Prussian heritage (5 hours, Easy activity level)
    Landmarks
    Museum Island
    Kurfürstendamm
    Neues Palais
  4. Day 4

    Berlin to Mainz

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

    Rüdesheim - Koblenz

    Rüdesheim - Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Welcome Dinner on board)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Schloss Johannisberg Winery - historic winery in the Rheingau wine region famous for Riesling production
    Landmarks
    Schloss Johannisberg Winery
    Rüdesheim
  6. Day 6

    Koblenz

    Koblenz
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • German beer garden experience - authentic beer garden in Koblenz with local brews like Königsbacher or Bitburger served in true German style

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour of Koblenz - leisurely cycle along picturesque riverbanks with local guide stops for area insights
    • Eltz Castle visit - Burg Eltz fairytale castle perched on rocky outcrop with eight towers, original furnishings, 15th-century murals, treasury and armoury (3.5 hours, Moderate activity level)
    Landmarks
    Burg Eltz
  7. Day 7

    Mannheim - Heidelberg

    Mannheim - Heidelberg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Heidelberg - UNESCO World Heritage City with Renaissance ruins of Heidelberg Castle featuring gardens with water features, sculptures and flowerbeds

    Optional Activities

    • Vineyards hike and wine tasting in Bad-Dürkheim - active hike through vineyards, orientation walk through town, and wine tasting at Fitz-Ritter Winery (family-owned for nine generations)
    Landmarks
    Mannheim Palace
    Heidelberg Castle
    Fitz-Ritter Winery
  8. Day 8

    Baden-Baden - Rastatt

    Baden-Baden - Rastatt

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Baden-Baden
    • Evening Concert at Bruchsal Palace

    Optional Activities

    • Entrance to the Casino Baden-Baden (extra expense)
    • Baden-Baden spa experience (extra expense)
    • Visit to Rastatt Palace & Gardens (extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Baden-Baden
    Bruchsal Palace
    Casino Baden-Baden
    Rastatt Palace
  9. Day 9

    Strasbourg

    Strasbourg
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Alsatian beer tasting - sample distinctive local beers from crisp lagers to aromatic ales, learning about regional ingredients and Alsatian brewing heritage
    Landmarks
    Neustadt
  10. Day 10

    Breisach - Colmar

    Breisach - Colmar
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Colmar - walk quaint cobblestone lanes with half-timbered facades and colorful window boxes

    Optional Activities

    • Guided e-bike tour to Colmar - pedal from Breisach to Colmar
    • Guided tour of Freiburg with market tasting - historic Black Forest city founded 1120, guided tour of Altstadt with Rathausplatz, Gothic churches, and local market tasting of delicacies like Black Forest ham (5 hours, Easy activity level)
    Landmarks
    Colmar
    Freiburg
  11. Day 11

    Basel

    Basel
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Basel
    Rhine River
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