Itinerary
- Day 1
Zurich
Landmarks Lake Zurich 
- Day 2
Zurich - Lucerne
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Zurich featuring Bahnhofstrasse, Romanesque Cathedral, views from city's oldest quarters, and Frauenkirche with time at lakeside park
- Guided city tour of Lucerne including medieval Altstadt, Chapel Bridge, and octagonal Water Tower
Landmarks Bahnhofstrasse Romanesque Cathedral Frauenkirche Chapel Bridge Water Tower Altstadt Lake Lucerne 
- Day 3
Lucerne
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Switzerland - Culinary adventure featuring artisanal cheeses and Swiss chocolates (1.5 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
- Train & cable car ride to Rigi–Weggis - Independent visit to Mount Rigi with transfer to mountain foot, small train to summit with panoramic views, and cable car descent (4-6 hours, Easy activity level, extra expense)
Landmarks Lake Lucerne Mount Rigi Old Town Lucerne - Day 4
Lucerne to Basel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner (Welcome dinner on board)
Included Activities
- Coach transfer from Lucerne to Basel (Huningue)
- Boarding Emerald Star-Ship luxury river cruise ship
- Welcome dinner on board
Landmarks Basel Rhine River - Day 5
Breisach
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Colmar - Walk through cobblestone lanes featuring half-timbered façades and colorful window boxes in nearby French town
Optional Activities
- Canoeing on the Rhine - Travel upstream to Steinenstadt and paddle along quiet waters of Upper Rhine with views of local plant and animal life
Landmarks St Stephen's Cathedral Colmar Black Forest Alsace region Rhine River 
- Day 6
Strasbourg
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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 with free time to explore
Optional Activities
- Alsatian Wine Route - Immersive excursion through Alsatian region with wine tasting and learning about regional winemaking tradition (Easy activity level, 3 hours, extra expense)
Landmarks Strasbourg Cathedral Petite France Vauban Dam Neustadt quarter - Day 7
Mainz - Rudesheim
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Mainz - Visit impressive sandstone cathedral in Old Town with medieval market squares, half-timbered houses, and learn about Gutenberg
Optional Activities
- Visit to Eberbach Abbey & wine tasting - Founded in 1136, explore one of the best-preserved medieval monasteries in the Rheingau with largest medieval vineyard in Germany and local Riesling wine tasting (Easy activity level, 3 hours, extra expense, occurring at same time as included excursion)
- Rüdesheim with specialty coffee - Short ride on mini train to taste regional specialty coffee, a treat for wine and coffee lovers (Easy activity level, 2 hours, extra expense)
Landmarks Mainz Cathedral Mainz Old Town Eberbach Abbey Rheingau region Rhine wine region - Day 8
Rüdesheim
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Active hike to Niederwalddenkmal Monument - Hike through vineyards to this stunning monument near Rüdesheim that overlooks the Rhine Valley and commemorates the Unification of Germany from the late 1800s
- Afternoon hike with Activity Manager in Sankt Goar - Refreshing guided walk through the picturesque town and stunning surroundings of the Rhine Valley
- Wine visit and tasting at Schloss Johannisberg - Exclusive tour of legendary winery steeped in history, cultivating wine for over 1,000 years on 50 hectares (123 acres) in front of Taunus mountains; learn about its wine culture and history as the first Riesling winery in the world
Landmarks Niederwalddenkmal Monument Lorelei Rock Rheinfels Castle Sankt Goar Schloss Johannisberg Rhine Valley Hesse state - Day 9
Bernkastel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Moselle vineyard hike & wine tasting - Scenic hike through lush vineyards of Moselle Valley led by expert local guide, learning history and techniques of famous Moselle wines, followed by wine sampling with views of river and vineyards
- Active hike to Landshut Castle ruins - Hike to 13th-century ruins set high on hill overlooking Bernkastel and Moselle River, accessed by step path through forest with local guide sharing castle history
Landmarks Moselle River Landshut Castle ruins Bernkastel medieval centre - Day 10
Cochem - Koblenz
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Cochem - Explore well-preserved medieval sites including historic town wall with old fortifications, town hall, and other landmarks
Optional Activities
- Cycling along the Moselle - Guided e-bike tour from ship following flat path beside Moselle River through beautiful surroundings, vineyards, and picturesque villages
- German Beer Garden Experience - Visit authentic beer garden in Koblenz enjoying local brews like Königsbacher or Bitburger served in authentic German style (Moderate activity level, 2 hours, extra expense)
Landmarks Reichsburg Castle Cochem Moselle wine region Moselle River - Day 11
Koblenz - Bonn
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Bonn - Explore the city's most iconic landmarks including Beethoven House (birthplace of the legendary composer), Poppelsdorf Palace, and Bonn Minster with its Romanesque architecture and Gothic elements
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour in Bonn - Explore the city on two wheels via 300 kilometres (186 miles) of cycling trails, soaking in authentic atmosphere and mixing with locals (one of most bike-friendly cities in Germany)
Landmarks Beethoven House Poppelsdorf Palace Bonn Minster Rhine River - Day 12
Nijmegen
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Nijmegen Walking tour - Explore town center with architectural wonders, rich history, and charming streets from Roman relics to medieval architecture, including Valkhof Park and St. Stephen's Church
Optional Activities
- Guided e-bike tour in Nijmegen - Ride along the River Waal and learn about the city during Roman times, rule of Charlemagne, and Nijmegen's role in WWII
- Shanty choir - On board performance from traditional Dutch Shanty choir celebrating the country's rich maritime heritage
Landmarks Valkhof Park St. Stephen's Church River Waal - Day 13
Dordrecht - Rotterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Rotterdam - Explore the dynamic city on a guided tour showcasing cutting-edge architecture and rich maritime history, from striking Cube Houses to iconic Erasmus Bridge
Optional Activities
- Walk to town with Activity Manager in Dordrecht - Leisurely walk through charming streets admiring colorful façades, narrow streets, pretty squares, Grote Kerk church, and 14th-century Groothoofdspoort gate
Landmarks Dordrecht Old Town Grote Kerk Groothoofdspoort gate Cube Houses Erasmus Bridge - Day 14
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to the Rijksmuseum - Explore one of the world's greatest museums housing an impressive collection of over 8,000 artworks, including works by Dutch masters Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Rubens
Landmarks Rijksmuseum 
- Day 15
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Amsterdam - Explore the city on a guided tour discovering fascinating stories, spellbinding art, and remarkable architecture; Amsterdam is one of the greatest small capitals in the world
Optional Activities
- Tastes of Amsterdam (Dutch delights) - Explore the Dutch capital on foot taking in highlights while tasting delicious Dutch treats: pickled herring (favorite street food), selection of cheeses, and poffertjes (bite-sized fluffy pancakes) (Easy activity level, 3 hours, extra expense)
- Day 16
Amsterdam
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Amsterdam
